Dec 29, 2008 #1 rubenrenov Mechanical Joined Nov 20, 2008 Messages 3 Location US I don't understand the code for a fire alarm system where a 4 unit building is being updated. Would the horns go in the common areas of the hallway? Or in each bedroom??
I don't understand the code for a fire alarm system where a 4 unit building is being updated. Would the horns go in the common areas of the hallway? Or in each bedroom??
Dec 29, 2008 #2 cdafd Specifier/Regulator Joined Aug 18, 2005 Messages 2,953 Location US 1. find out what code is requireing the fire alarm system 2. find out where that code says they have to be 3. ask the local ahj what they require we require minimum 70/ 75 db in each bedroom along with a/v in breezeways if there are any. Upvote 0 Downvote
1. find out what code is requireing the fire alarm system 2. find out where that code says they have to be 3. ask the local ahj what they require we require minimum 70/ 75 db in each bedroom along with a/v in breezeways if there are any.
Dec 29, 2008 #3 stookeyfpe Specifier/Regulator Joined Mar 13, 2005 Messages 1,882 Location US You need to install a NFPA 13R sprinkler system. You are in Philadelphia. Commence the design. Seek professional engineering assistance. Upvote 0 Downvote
You need to install a NFPA 13R sprinkler system. You are in Philadelphia. Commence the design. Seek professional engineering assistance.