Can someone tell me if this is over spaced for 130 sqft maximum sprinkler spacing? This is a freezer compartment.
If so is there anyway we can use this layout per code like EC sprinklers? Thanks
Here is the FM Global Data sheet I am talking about.
The design is for 25' max storage. 30' max Bldg. height.
Im really looking @ .60/1500 with 1 row of IRAS(E).
(E) means sprinklers located in every transverse flue space.
Sorry for the miscommunication but is still a very high demand...
Your response was much needed! Funny because there is an (E) system out there with an (E) rack system riser off the bottom of the Overhead 6" riser. The rack system calc plate reads 8 sprinklers @ 15psi and the overhead system riser reads .60/2000.
Should the riser calc plate show the demand of...
NFPA 13 2002 EDITION States
8.16.5 Hose Connections.
8.16.5.1.3 Hose connections shall be supplied from one of
the following:
(5) In rack storage areas, the ceiling sprinkler system in the same area (as long as in-rack sprinklers are provided in
the same area and are separately controlled)...
FFP1, thanks but does the FM standard say spray booth exhaust ducts or does the standard leave it open to all exhaust ducts? Does it matter if it's a spray booth or not?
Thanks for the response. Sorry I think I started 2 of the same threads. Maybe someone can fix that for me. I would really like to know where NFPA states only a sprinkler @ the fan moter would be acceptable but I might be looking for something that is non exsistant. I also dont have the fire code...
I have a question, are sprinklers always required at the top of the exhaust duct out the top of a spray booth or can we install a sprinkler just over the fan motor if the motor sits right on top of the booth itself? Everything I find in NFPA 13 leads me to believe that sprinklers are always...
I have a question, are sprinklers always required at the top of the exhaust duct out the top of a spray booth or can we install a sprinkler just over the fan motor if the motor sits right on top of the booth itself? Everything I find in NFPA 13 leads me to believe that sprinklers are always...
