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    Engine test cells other than aircraft

    Well this thing resurfaced yesterday. One of the consultants was suggesting the need for an Inergen system or something akin to that because they had seen it in many previous installations. I explained that it was not code required (including confirmation from the AHJ), but rather an add on...
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    How often does an air compressor typically run?

    Thank you for the great suggestion Stookey. I was thinking it was running too frequently and it was an abnormal amount of leakage. I will forward the idea on. I don't have a good feel for how often a compressor runs on an old dry system. I am a design engineer so I only see them right after...
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    How often does an air compressor typically run?

    How often does an air compressor typically run on a dry system? I understand that over time the system leaks more and it will run more frequently, but at what frequency would a red flag go up for you? I am having reports from a building engineer that the compressor on his dry system is running...
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    Engine test cells other than aircraft

    No offense taken. I am only providing a basic wet system with a 0.3 gpm density per Chicago code (use of flammable liquids dictates so), I just wondered what people do elsewhere in the country. Searches will yield case studies of all types of special hazard systems and the cool stuff they...
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    Engine test cells other than aircraft

    That is always a mess in the city. Chicago code calls for no sprinklers in generator rooms, with no distinguishing diesel out separately. Usually fuel storage room is separate. It almost always becomes an issue because more often than not FM is the insurance carrier and wants a laundry list...
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    Engine test cells other than aircraft

    in the better portion of the space, yes, much like an auto shop. but there is a room that does contain a test cell. it is unclear how long they will run tests for.
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    Engine test cells other than aircraft

    This is at a community college. Its a facility where they train truck drivers and mechanics and the like. I would prefer to have some kind of special hazard protection in place, but I am certain that would quickly be "value engineered" out of the project due to the lack of code requirement for it.
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    Engine test cells other than aircraft

    I'm interested to know everyone's thoughts on the method of protection for an engine test cell that is not for aircraft engines, but rather for car or truck engines, using either gasoline or diesel fuel. At bare minimum I'm inclined to put some local protection as described in NFPA 37 since...
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    Sidewall sprinklers listed for 18" from ceiling

    Thank you so much!
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    Sidewall sprinklers listed for 18" from ceiling

    Per NFPA 13 (2013 and other editions too) - 8.7.4.1.1.2 sidewalls can be placed up to 18" below noncombustible or limited combustible ceilings when listed for such use. Does anyone know of a sprinkler that is listed for 18"? I have only ever seen 12". This would be a lifesaver if the elusive...
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    Combustible Overhang & NFPA 13 (2007)

    I missed the concealed space portion. I was just picturing something akin to a slanted awning but up at the parapet height. Agreed with Sdpaddler, I would definitely go on record recommending sprinklers.
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    Combustible Overhang & NFPA 13 (2007)

    I always err on the side of caution as stookey says, but why wouldnt this fall under 8.15.7 - exterior roofs, canopies, porte-cocheres, balconies, decks or similar projections? I would think since the projection does not exceed 4 feet in width from the building it doesn't require protection.
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    when can a ceiling be considered "open-grid"

    Yeah, I thought about that and was calling for heat collectors on the lower layer of sprinklers. Thank you for you input!
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    when can a ceiling be considered "open-grid"

    Thanks cdafd! tell me - what makes you say it doesn't sound like an open grid? The argument goes like this: NFPA 13 contains specific geometric criteria by which open grids can be placed below sprinklers. Openings must be at least 1/4" wide in the least dimension - openings are ~10" and at...
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    when can a ceiling be considered "open-grid"

    I was unable to find an NFPA definition of open-grid ceiling, do any of you know if this exists? To me a grid implies lines running in both directions. Typically an open-grid ceiling looks something akin to a 2'x2' acoustical tile ceiling before the tile gets put in. I am the engineer...
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