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NFPA 14 Interpretation of table 7.8.2.1

Thread starter ContractorDave
Start date Mar 22, 2007

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Mar 22, 2007

ContractorDave

Mechanical

If I am inspecting a standpipe system where it is dubious as to whether the system has been hydraulically calculated (no proof) I would use table 7.8.2.1 to see if the sizing meets scheduling criteria. If I have three 1 1/2 hose cabinets, is the "accumulated flow" then 300gpm?
Thx
Dave