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    Hydrant flow test with static and residual obtained DOWNSTREAM the flowing hydrant on a dead end line.

    Ok How about put a fitting on the spigot so the play pipe could be used, for the flow??? Seen it done to flush a line
  2. cdafd

    Hydrant flow test with static and residual obtained DOWNSTREAM the flowing hydrant on a dead end line.

    So if fire. FD hooks up flows hydrant and robs sprinkler system?
  3. cdafd

    Fire Hydrant

    I take this is not in the USA??? Well unless you chain an lock the valve , it can be closed Plus never seen that before Plus if there is an ahj/ jurisdiction in charge,,,, they just might have a standard on how and where the valve is required
  4. cdafd

    Distance below ceilings for concealed space protection

    I would say yes But. Follow the listing/ data sheet for the specific sprinkler
  5. cdafd

    Hydrant flow test with static and residual obtained DOWNSTREAM the flowing hydrant on a dead end line.

    Is the new fire hydrant ,,, the last one on the main? I do not see why not put a gage on, just see what reading you get. Should not be much difference
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    NFPA 13R Density required outside the living units in a common area when using listed residential sprinklers.

    Humm 50x8? If I was doing plan review,,, I would call Tyco tech and ask the question. It might just be out of the listing? https://docs.johnsoncontrols.com/tycofire/api/khub/documents/0a1KMdxZ8MmPhOayZdbpaQ/content
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    Freelance start up help

    What state are you in? If you have not checked nfsa they are a good resource. Plus attend chapter meetings, to meet resources...
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    FDC Sign Design Ordinance?

    Ok well Sounds like job security
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    FDC Sign Design Ordinance?

    You just need to work up an ordinance/ policy that works for your dept. You never know where you will find a fdc. Pre plan is nice. Plus maybe research how often your dept has pumped into an fdc, say over the last ten years. To me if they are augmenting just the sprinkler system,,,, there...
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    FDC Sign Design Ordinance?

    See fire department connection https://www.eulesstx.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/3024/638345188928800000 Do you allow/ have yard FDC’s? Plus when a bldg has separate sprinkler / standpipe systems
  11. cdafd

    FDC Sign Design Ordinance?

    I saw that sign last week either in Arlington Virginia or DC. Plus the Fdc shown has the collar!!!
  12. cdafd

    K25 Sprinklers in Warehouse – Effect on Connected Light Hazard Areas?

    NFPA 13 requires automatic sprinkler system components to be rated for no less than 175 pounds per square inch (psi) or rated for the maximum system working pressure the components are exposed to, whichever is greater. Most automatic sprinkler system components are rated for a maximum pressure...
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    K25 Sprinklers in Warehouse – Effect on Connected Light Hazard Areas?

    You are only allowed one fire in a design area Not allowed to have a fire in the office and warehouse at the same time. If there is fire in both, something went wrong. Guess you are looking at a fire pump ?
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    Using Extended Coverage Sprinkler in Pre-action System

    You need the manufactures data sheet for the specific sprinkler you are using,,, Like this, read the listing and does and donts https://docs.johnsoncontrols.com/tycofire/api/khub/documents/bib6upf534yLIhjuqkfzTA/content Plus, I am not a FM person but you need to read the entire data sheet...
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    Using Extended Coverage Sprinkler in Pre-action System

    What are you trying to protect?
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