What is the minimum aisle width in order to use the ceiling only
densities for miscellaneous rack storage (Chap 13 - 2007)? Aisle widths
are specified in Chapter 16 but not in Chapter 13. Would this width be
3.5 ft per 3.9.3.7.5?
I'm assuming this would mean there's no ignition across a 3.5 ft
NFPA 2001 does not require a purge system. It is sometimes provided as a
convenience for getting the protected area back into service. The
alternative is a manual purge, typically via large industrial fans. If the
FD initiates this type of purge, you could have a big problem with data
center
Bill,
It does not mean no aisle jump. In the tests that Class I-IV protection
are based on, a test was considered successful even if ignition occurred
across the aisle but was contained (did not burn through to the other
side) of the target rack.
Joe
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What is the
As part of the Bismarck Rural F.D. and the Sprinkler community - I know that
my Chief is relieved that some of the outlying buildings within our Fire
District are protected with automatic sprinklers! He has voiced his concern
over the fact that some of these 'subdivisions' that are some 10+ miles
Joe,
Thanks for the insight. My concern is a situation where a client has a
Chapter 13 (2007) rack storage arrangement and wants to establish a
safe zone between the rack storage and adjacent combustibles. The
client wants to be able to say at X distance the target will not be
ignited prior to
I would start with the criteria on adjacent hazards. Seems that
tells you everything you need to know.
Roland
On Mar 31, 2008, at 7:38 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Joe,
Thanks for the insight. My concern is a situation where a client
has a
Chapter 13 (2007) rack storage arrangement
The 2006 Edition of NFPA 101, Life Safety Code requires automatic
sprinkler systems (NFPA 13 D or 13R systems) in accordance with
paragraph 24.3.5.
Dale Eggen
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I guess I have stirred up enough discussion today but I am concerned about the
use of control and suppression when residential sprinklers are not designed
or tested to either control or suppress the fire. In our desire to promote
residential sprinklers some folks have in my opinion have over
