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Guys, For the Open parking structures satisfying the requirements of NFPA 88A, 5.5.1 and 5.5.2, Is the CFD analysis required to be done or not? In the open parking structures we are using the natural ventilation only and it is above ground. Thank you Guys.

Guys, For an above-ground 2 storey car parking building with acceptable natural ventilation as per NFPA 88A 2011 5.5.1, is mechanical smoke exhaust system still required. Can we just trust the natural ventilation to exhaust the smoke on its own?

Guys, Is it acceptable if multiple sewage sumps are connected to a single large sump pit from where it will then be disposed off to the site sewage network? All 3 sump pits are at the same level, below grade.

Guys, Is it acceptable if multiple sewage sumps are connected to a single large sump pit from where it will then be disposed off to the site sewage network? All 3 sump pits are at the same level, below grade.

Guys, I have 2 duty pumps for a storm water pumping station. Is it absolutely necessary that we design these 2 pumps for 100% of the flow capacity? What are the factors that would determine this decision.

Guys, I have 2 duty pumps for a storm water pumping station. Is it absolutely necessary that we design these 2 pumps for 100% of the flow capacity? What are the factors that would determine this decision.

Guys, As per NFPA 13 8.1.8 sprinklers shall not be required in the air handling unit rooms not intended for occupancy. I have a FAHU room outside of the building; the contractor refuses to provide an automatic fire suppression system (water sprinkler based) and only fire extinguisher. I am...

Guys, What is the basic criteria to decide the number of pumps. I mean, 1 duty + 1 Standby or 2 duty + 1 standby. How to be decided?

Guys, Is it ok to combine the forced sewage pipes from 2 sump pits before they get into the inspection chamber(manhole), i think they must be taken separately till the inspection chamber.

Guys, Can you please let me know any reference(code) for domestic water requirement per person for sizing the domestic water tank.

In the domestic water supply system for a building, how can we control the pressure under limits and as per codes to reach faucets, showers, perennial sprays etc… Will it be ok if we install a PRV to keep pressure under 80 PSI? Will that be sufficient?