So calculating a InRack System with the Ceiling having an existing grid system. The overhead system will need to be modified to make the calcs work. The contractor only wants to modify the portion of the grid directly over the racks. Is that acceptable?
When you run a calc like this do you...
I'm surprised no one brought up section 8.2.5 (I only have 2002ed handy, not sure if its still in the newer editions).
8.2.5 In basements where ceilings are not required for the protection of piping or where metallic pipe is installed, residential sprinklers shall be permitted to be positioned...
stookeyfpe ... I can definitely get you that info if you want to take a look at it. Let me know if you do and how best to get it to you.
Thanks everyone for your input so far.
Phil
Beam and Girder construction with corrugated metal deck forming panels less than 300 sq ft in area....can this be considered panel construction or does the gaps formed above the steel by the corrugated metal deck mean that sprinklers will need to be installed in every bay with the deflectors max...
First let me say hello, I've lurked here before but now have cause enough to join.
To get to the point I cannot find any reference in NFPA 13R regarding system area limitation. Normally I would insist, based on NFPA 13 that a floor that is over 52,000 SQ.FT requires 2 risers, but this is an...
