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    fire flow test

    cvg, 1) It appears the 2 tests were conducted by different people and hence different gauges were used. Correct? Bear in mind that different gauges can show different pressures. A few psi difference can result in significantly different results. Did each entity witness the other's test...
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    When modeling fire flow what type o

    First, determine the required fire flow for the house(s). Check the local fire code. For example, the Uniform Fire Code requires 1,000 gpm for houses less than 3,600 sqft. A reduction is allowed (subject to the AHJ) for a fire sprinkler system. Second, AWWA Manual M-31 (Page 21) indicates...

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