RE: theft of FDC inlets

Usually 30-34 balls in a 2 1/2" swivel. NO grease. -Original Message- From: Sprinklerforum On Behalf Of Bob Caputo via Sprinklerforum Sent: Friday, October 15, 2021 11:18 AM To: sprinklerforum@lists.firesprinkler.org; e...@bamfordfire.com Cc: Bob Caputo ; BRUCE VERHEI Subject: RE: thef

RE: theft of FDC inlets

There are ways to replace the FDC swivels - here are a few links. AFSA does not endorse specific manufacturers or suppliers - this is simply offering potential solutions for FDC repair. https://www.qrfs.com/blog/110-replacing-a-fire-department-connection-swivel/#:~:text=How%20to%20install,fire%2

RE: Concealed Space Between Floors

Makes perfect sense. Thank you. Brian Harris, CET BVS Systems Inc. bvssytemsinc.com -Original Message- From: Sprinklerforum On Behalf Of Skyler Bilbo via Sprinklerforum Sent: Friday, October 15, 2021 8:57 AM To: sprinklerforum@lists.firesprinkler.org Cc: Skyler Bilbo Subject: Re: Conce

Re: Concealed Space Between Floors

The drywall makes no difference. You could have 36" of concrete top and bottom (I'm exaggerating), and it wouldn't matter. This is because it meets the definition of a combustible concealed space, so it must meet the sprinkler requirements for a combustible concealed space. Fires really do happe

RE: Concealed Space Between Floors

Thank you. Does it make any difference if there's 2 layers of 5/8" Type X GWB on top and bottom? Brian Harris, CET BVS Systems Inc. bvssytemsinc.com -Original Message- From: Sprinklerforum On Behalf Of Skyler Bilbo via Sprinklerforum Sent: Friday, October 15, 2021 8:37 AM To: sprinkler

RE: Concealed Space Between Floors

It worked but I don't know that it shows enough detail to evaluate. I'm guessing it's fabricated wood joists with open webs, metal channel with gyp board attached at the bottom. In which case as is it would require protection, I believe the only non-sprinklered option would be (if it's "2 by"

Re: Concealed Space Between Floors

>From the picture you sent, it looks like you have to install sprinklers. I think section 8.15.1 is what you are looking for (at least in the 2013 or 2016 editions). The most common way I have seen to avoid installing sprinklers in this area is to fill it with noncombustible insulation. If this

RE: Concealed Space Between Floors

Hopefully this link works: https://www.dropbox.com/s/526wgm341stybym/Floor%20Space.png?dl=0 Brian Harris, CET BVS Systems Inc. bvssytemsinc.com -Original Message- From: Sprinklerforum On Behalf Of Brian Harris via Sprinklerforum Sent: Friday, October 15, 2021 8:23 AM To: sprinklerforum@

Concealed Space Between Floors

I know this has been asked probably a million times but hopefully this will be the last. Does this space in a 13 system need to have sprinklers? (see attached) Brian Harris, CET BVS Systems Inc. Design Manager bvssystemsinc.com Phone: 704.896.9989 Fax: 704.896.1935 __