Institutional sprinklers in 13R

2018-02-07 Thread Fpdcdesign
I am working on a group home which is being designed as NFPA 13R (2010). The owner is requiring instutional sprinklers in the bedrooms only. I cannot find any institutional residential sprinklers, so we are going to have to use commercial QR instutional sprinklers. Section 6.2.1.3.1 states

Sprinkler in vertical duct

2018-02-07 Thread Fpdcdesign
I am working on a project with a small spray booth with an exhaust duct coming out vertically and up through the roof. I need to install a dry sprinkler in the duct. SHould this be a horizontal sidewall or would a pendent be sufficient. I am dealing with a low water pressure sit

Re: Sprinkler in vertical duct

2018-02-07 Thread Fpdcdesign
Outlook for iOS (https://aka.ms/o0ukef) > > > > From: Sprinklerforumon > behalf of Fpdcdesign > Sent: Wednesday, February 7, 2018 1:34:13 PM > To: Sprinklerforum > Subject: Sprinkler in vertical duct > > > > > > >

Re: Church Steeple

2018-02-07 Thread Fpdcdesign
It's a tough call without seeming the drawing and/or visiting the building. Without NFPA 13 (or other technical source) guidance, it comes down to engineering judgement. Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (tel:860-535-208

Re: Institutional sprinklers in 13R

2018-02-07 Thread Fpdcdesign
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Re: Flammable and Combustible Liquid Storage

2018-02-14 Thread Fpdcdesign
What is the surrounding occupancy? Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (tel:860-535-2080) (ofc) 860-553-3553 (tel:860-553-3553) (fax) 860-608-4559 (tel:860-608-4559) (cell) > > On Feb 14, 2018 at 10:50 AM, mail

Re: Boats

2018-02-22 Thread Fpdcdesign
I’ve always looked at it as Extra Hazard II. A lot of things on that list seemed to fit. I don’t know the specifics so it is tough to tell. It’s not Irwin Yachts, is it? Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-55

300 ft rule for flow tests

2018-02-28 Thread Fpdcdesign
A client of mine is trying to set up a water test and an official said that their proposal is not acceptable because the hydrants don't meet the "300 ft rule". Apparently something about hydrants used for a test cannot be any closer than 300 ft. I have not heard of this and could find no r

Re: 300 ft rule for flow tests

2018-03-01 Thread Fpdcdesign
LP an EMCOR Company > 7614 Opportunity Drive • Fort Wayne, IN • 46825 > direct 260.487.7824 / cell 260.417.0625 / fax 260.487.7991 > email mmo...@shambaugh.com > > > > > > > > From: Fpdcdesign > To: Sprinklerforum > Date: 02/28/2018 08:08 PM &

Re: Residential Sprinklers

2018-03-06 Thread Fpdcdesign
Reed, 6.7.7.1.3. (2007). Carries through in later versions (as far as I looked). I ran I. To a similar situation recently and we had to change to 13 Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax) 860-608-455

iPad plan edit

2018-03-11 Thread Fpdcdesign
This follows up on a thread I started earlier. What is a good/beast app for marking up PDF plan files with an Apple Pencil? Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (tel:860-535-2080) (ofc) 860-553-3553 (tel:860-553-3553) (fax) 8

Vertical obstruction in OH

2018-03-14 Thread Fpdcdesign
I have been asked to look at a job which is a remodel of a school cafeteria (seating area only). The specs call for an Ordinary hazard design. Approximately 60% of the space has 1 ft deep vertical sound dampeners at various spacing and elevations. Section 8.6.5.2.2 of NFPA 13 (2010)

Re: Inspection of pipe hangers

2018-03-14 Thread Fpdcdesign
They are putting additional insulation below the insulated roof panels? Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax) 860-608-4559 (cell) > > On Mar 14, 2018 at 10:30 AM, mailto:fsl...@msn.com)>

Re: Vertical obstruction in OH

2018-03-14 Thread Fpdcdesign
events that are not related to school operations. > > Steve L. > > > > Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone > > > Original message > From: Fpdcdesign > Date: 3/14/18 7:08 AM (GMT-08:00) > To: Sprinklerforum > Su

Re: Inspection of pipe hangers

2018-03-14 Thread Fpdcdesign
-3553 (fax) 860-608-4559 (cell) > > On Mar 14, 2018 at 11:33 AM, mailto:fsl...@msn.com)> wrote: > > > > No > > > > From: Sprinklerforumon > behalf of Fpdcdesign > Sent: Wednesday, March

Re: stages

2018-03-15 Thread Fpdcdesign
I’ve always done the 250@100. Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax) 860-608-4559 (cell) > > On Mar 15, 2018 at 3:23 PM, mailto:tm...@mfpdesign.com)> > wrote: > >

Re: stages

2018-03-15 Thread Fpdcdesign
I haven’t run into a situation where we have been allowed to tap off a sprinkler system. All of then ones I have seen require a new feed from the riser and a full standpipe calc. Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc)

Re: Residential water storage

2018-03-19 Thread Fpdcdesign
Is he aware that he is going to need a pump if he does not come off a public supply? Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax) 860-608-4559 (cell) > > On Mar 19, 2018 at 9:

Re: Butane

2018-03-20 Thread Fpdcdesign
Are the containers pressurized? Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax) 860-608-4559 (cell) > > On Mar 20, 2018 at 3:46 PM, mailto:rongreen...@gmail.com)> > wrote: > > > > Not to so

Re: EC & SC

2018-03-22 Thread Fpdcdesign
This may be one of those situations where it doesn’t say you can’t do it instead of saying you can. Ask the AHJ for his/her code reference. Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax) 860-608-4559

Re: 30% increase for Sloped ceilings

2018-03-27 Thread Fpdcdesign
I think 1996. It’s in 1999 and wasn’t marked new but not in the 1994 edition. (1996 is missing from my collection) Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax) 860-608-4559 (cell) >

30% increase for Sloped ceilings

2018-03-27 Thread Fpdcdesign
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Re: Case 00201286: Differing k-factors [ ref:_00D5077Vx._5005013w8og:ref ]

2018-03-28 Thread Fpdcdesign
It was easier when they used to have pintels. Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax) 860-608-4559 (cell) > > On Mar 28, 2018 at 1:33 PM, (mailto:jdenha...@stricklandfir

Re: Antifreeze Solution and NFPA 25

2018-03-29 Thread Fpdcdesign
If you replaced the solutions with one that was rated for and tests at -15degF, what would be the impairment? Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax) 860-608-4559 (cell) > > On Mar 29, 2018

Re: Antifreeze Solution and NFPA 25

2018-03-29 Thread Fpdcdesign
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Re: Church Worship Platform Concealed Space

2018-03-29 Thread Fpdcdesign
Fire retardant lumber may have an impact (I’ve had them use it in the past). Not sure if the cabling creates a hazard, however. Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax) 860-608-4559 (cell)

Re: Church Worship Platform Concealed Space

2018-03-29 Thread Fpdcdesign
If the platform is 16” high, my guess would be that it has a 3/4” deck on 2x8 joists. That would leave less than 8” between the bottom of joists and the floor. If this is an existing platform, that is going to be very difficult to install and maintain sprinklers in that space. Would

Re: Antifreeze and NFPA 25

2018-03-29 Thread Fpdcdesign
Frozen water or solution blocking flow could be considered an impairment. Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax) 860-608-4559 (cell) > > On Mar 29, 2018 at 12:26 PM, mailto:danett...@att.

Re: Perpendicular to Slope / Attic

2018-04-20 Thread Fpdcdesign
SFPE hosted a webinar yesterday on Globe’s new attic protection scheme. They had some great video that explained a lot of what is being talked about here. Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax)

Re: Perpendicular to Slope / Attic

2018-04-23 Thread Fpdcdesign
> > > > Thanks for reply Todd. > If somebody asked me, "should the 8' rule be applied for parallel to > the slope when the channels run end to end" I would have to say, "no, > because the book don't tell me so". > I

Weight of water filled pipe

2018-05-17 Thread Fpdcdesign
Is there a reliable table for the weight of water filled pipe for vertical loading (as in a straight hanger)? Table A.9.3.5.6 is for determining horizontal loading, per the heading. Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 8

Re: Misc Rack Storage

2018-05-17 Thread Fpdcdesign
Wouldn’t the trailer storage bring it up to EH2? Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax) 860-608-4559 (cell) > > On May 17, 2018 at 9:47 AM, mailto:john.ir...@dynafire.com)>

Re: Weight of water filled pipe

2018-05-17 Thread Fpdcdesign
ake their part of load every 25'? > > ...why is Pipe Main being pushed out? on the sloped roof > > ... lots of weight being carried by the Main Pipe and or at bottom of Riser, > > > > Chuck Bamford SET > > > > > On Thu, May 17, 2018 at 7:0

Re: Protective Cap

2018-05-25 Thread Fpdcdesign
Concealer? > > On May 25, 2018 at 3:12 PM, mailto:mphill...@jjkllc.com)> > wrote: > > > > > Not sure of the problem or the particulars. > > > > Have used these during construction before putting the system in final > service. > >

Re: Concealed Space

2018-06-15 Thread Fpdcdesign
Remember, the Appendix is not part of the standard, unless the appendices are specifically brought in by the Code. That section is purposely vague because the term “limited combustible” is open to interpretation since each situation is different. That needs to be an agreeme

Re: Alchol in Wooden Barrels

2018-07-23 Thread Fpdcdesign
FM Global (at least used to) insure Jack Daniels. They have had to deal with this before. See what you can find out there. Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax) 860-608-4559 (cell)

Re: Self storage warehouses

2018-07-26 Thread Fpdcdesign
Make sure they have restrictions on things like rubber tires, flammable liquids, etc. Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax) 860-608-4559 (cell) > > On Jul 26, 2018 at 3:31 PM, mailto:atir

Re: System area limitations

2018-07-31 Thread Fpdcdesign
Read him the first sentence in 8.2.1 > > On Jul 31, 2018 at 12:05 PM, mailto:tm...@mfpdesign.com)> > wrote: > > > > > > I have a relatively simple project that is being made quite challenging by a > 3rd party plan reviewer.There have bee

Re: [EXTERNAL] System area limitations

2018-07-31 Thread Fpdcdesign
Maybe senior means he’s using a 1970s edition of 13 > > On Jul 31, 2018 at 12:30 PM, mailto:tm...@mfpdesign.com)> > wrote: > > > > > > Yes.I checked.There is nothing like that. > > > > > > > > > > > > > Travis Mack

Re: AFSA Seeking New President and CEO

2018-08-03 Thread Fpdcdesign
I could do a Veep thing. Is ther a marina nearby? Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax) 860-608-4559 (cell) > > On Aug 3, 2018 at 1:42 PM, (mailto:st...@protectiondesign.

Re: Flow Test Reductions

2018-08-08 Thread Fpdcdesign
What is the exact wording of the reduction requirement? Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax) 860-608-4559 (cell) > > On Aug 8, 2018 at 5:03 PM, mailto:tm...@mfpdesign.com

Re: Flow Test Reductions

2018-08-08 Thread Fpdcdesign
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Hot Tubs/Spa storage

2018-08-09 Thread Fpdcdesign
I am looking at a place with hot tubs and spas (empty) stored 4 high. The exteriors area wood and the tubs are a reinforced plastic. Any experience or thoughts on commodity classification? I am looking into if they are using Trex or other artificial lumber on some of the exteriors.

Re: Horizontal Automatic Standpipe Demand

2018-09-05 Thread Fpdcdesign
Any idea of the original design criteria? > > On Sep 5, 2018 at 8:25 PM, (mailto:raroi...@kfi-eng.com)> wrote: > > > > > > I have a building that doesn’t require standpipes based on height, but it > does require a Class III automatic standpipe s

Re: Sprinkler heads popping off randomly

2018-09-13 Thread Fpdcdesign
A relief vale would be a good place to start. That could tell you if it is a pressure or temperature problem. > > On Sep 13, 2018 at 6:29 PM, (mailto:larry.stew...@earthlink.net)> wrote: > > > > > > Blown heads have been located at

Re: Sprinkler heads popping off randomly

2018-09-13 Thread Fpdcdesign
> > > > > > > From: Sprinklerforum > [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org] On Behalf Of > Fpdcdesign > Sent: Thursday, September 13, 2018 5:31 PM > To: Sprinklerforum > Subject: Re: Sprinkler heads popping off randomly

Re: Sprinkler heads popping off randomly

2018-09-13 Thread Fpdcdesign
> > > > Office: (763) 425-1001 x2 > > > > Cell: (612) 759-5556 > > > > > > > > > > > From: Sprinklerforum [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org] > On Behalf Of Fpdcdesign > Sent: Thursda

Re: [EXTERNAL] Sprinkler heads popping off randomly

2018-09-18 Thread Fpdcdesign
I have had companies purchase recording thermometers to figure out ceiling temperatures. Set them up and let them do their job for a week > > On Sep 18, 2018 at 9:12 PM, (mailto:larry.stew...@earthlink.net)> wrote: > > > > > > Well, I

Exposure protection of large windows.

2018-09-24 Thread Fpdcdesign
I am looking at a project which is the conversion of an old mill. The spec calls for exposure protection on the windows in some areas. One issue I am running into is that the exposure protection table (7.8.8.4 - 2010) only covers up to 12’-0” wide windows. I have several that range f

Re: Exposure protection of large windows.

2018-09-24 Thread Fpdcdesign
> [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org] On Behalf Of > Fpdcdesign > Sent: Monday, September 24, 2018 9:39 AM > To: Sprinklerforum > Subject: Exposure protection of large windows. > > > > > > > > > > > I am

Re: Exposure protection of large windows.

2018-09-25 Thread Fpdcdesign
; > > > > > > SL > > > > > > > > > > From:Sprinklerforum > [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org] On Behalf Of > Fpdcdesign > Sent: Monday, September 24, 2018 9:59 AM > To: Sprinklerforum > Subje

Re: Exposure protection of large windows.

2018-09-25 Thread Fpdcdesign
and setbacks to property lines and not means > of way? > > > > > > > > > > From: Sprinklerforum On > Behalf Of Fpdcdesign > Sent: Tuesday, September 25, 2018 2:52 PM > To: Sprinklerforum > Subject: Re: Exposure

Re: Fire sprinklers in harsh coastal environments

2018-10-02 Thread Fpdcdesign
Wax coated. Perhaps some of the pvc coated but you would need to check > > On Oct 2, 2018 at 2:05 PM, mailto:da...@aaafp.com)> wrote: > > > > > > Yes.NFPA 13 (2016) 6.2.6.1 > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > From: Sprinklerf

Rack storage of ATVs

2018-10-17 Thread Fpdcdesign
I was contacted by a company who is planning on storing ATVs WITH FUEL in racks to 12 ft. Each ATV will have 3-6 gallons of gas. Any thoughts on a commodity classification? Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-35

Re: Exterior Stairs

2018-10-17 Thread Fpdcdesign
If the enclosure is part of the building envelope, then it should be sprinklered Are the stairs combustible? Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax) 860-608-4559 (cell) > > On Oct 17,

Re: Exterior Stairs

2018-10-18 Thread Fpdcdesign
leads to a side observation. We provide sprinklers for balconies and > below combustible overhangs that are over 4 feet wide. And won't that be > outside the building envelope? So would not sprinklering outside the building > envelope be a valid argument? > > > > &g

Re: Exterior Stairs

2018-10-18 Thread Fpdcdesign
7;t thought of it as that way, that is why > I'm asking. > > Tony > > > > On Thu, Oct 18, 2018 at 7:39 AM Fpdcdesign (mailto:fpdcdes...@gmail.com)> wrote: > > > > > > > > > > > Remember, these stairs are a

Re: 130 sq ft or 225 sq ft

2018-10-18 Thread Fpdcdesign
I’m with you at 130 Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax) 860-608-4559 (cell) > > On Oct 18, 2018 at 4:06 PM, mailto:tm...@mfpdesign.com)> > wrote: > > >

Re: 130 sq ft or 225 sq ft

2018-10-18 Thread Fpdcdesign
The insulation eliminates the channeling effect of the joist spaces Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax) 860-608-4559 (cell) > > On Oct 18, 2018 at 4:35 PM, mailto:tm...@

Re: Combustible Concealed Space

2018-10-23 Thread Fpdcdesign
How do they intend to secure the insulation? Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax) 860-608-4559 (cell) > > On Oct 23, 2018 at 10:48 AM, (mailto:kmontgom...@aerofire.co

Re: High School Weight Room

2018-10-25 Thread Fpdcdesign
Are they going to be stacking the mats in the off season? > > On Oct 25, 2018 at 10:37 AM, mailto:rongreen...@gmail.com)> > wrote: > > > > I wonder if the fuel load from those rubber/plasticine mats is greater than > that of the carpeting and furnishi

Re: High School Weight Room

2018-10-25 Thread Fpdcdesign
ces would > certainly present a broader spectrum of cause and origin scenarios, no? >I’m pretty comfy with light hazard if the room is just a room, mats and > all. > > > > > > > > SL > > > > > > > >

Re: High School Weight Room

2018-10-26 Thread Fpdcdesign
Steve, I think the gist of this is intended use vs actual use. One layer of floor mats is not that big a deal. A 7 ft stack of mats in a room during the summer is. I have seen a lot of stuff in school athletic facilities moved around and and stored to the point where LH is not really

Re: High School Weight Room

2018-10-26 Thread Fpdcdesign
ed to mats on the floor, mats on the walls, mats rolled up and stored > in the room, in the adjacent room … it became an accessory occupancy to a > wrestling mat factory.I wrestled for 3 years; except for guys three > and four classes heavier rubbing my face into the mat li

Re: Storage Density

2018-11-05 Thread Fpdcdesign
What are the floor tiles made of? > > On Nov 5, 2018 at 4:08 PM, mailto:jir...@quickresponsefl.com)> > wrote: > > > > > > Building height = 29’ > > > > Let’s say storage to 25’ (single or double rows, open grate) > > > > Floor tiles in plas

Back to back floor controls.

2018-11-06 Thread Fpdcdesign
I am working on an existing two story plus attic wood frame building. The engineer is requiring zone control assemblies (butterfly valve plus riser manifold) for every level including the attic. I have designed it so there is a bull head tee at the top of a 4” riser with the assembli

Re: Back to back floor controls.

2018-11-06 Thread Fpdcdesign
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Re: Back to back floor controls.

2018-11-07 Thread Fpdcdesign
> > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > 36 Barren Road > > > > > > > > East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 > > > > > > > > Office: 973-670-2627 > > > > > > > > m...@knssprinkler.com (mailto:

Re: Listed Upright For MRI

2018-11-13 Thread Fpdcdesign
It probably should be a glass bulb sprinkler. Not sure if the solder has any magnetic properties Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax) 860-608-4559 (cell) > > On Nov 13, 2

Re: Pallet storage above overhead doors

2018-11-14 Thread Fpdcdesign
I did a suystem recently using the NFPA criteria that Larry cited. However, I would contact FM and ask them for guidance Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax) 860-608-4559 (cell)

Determining seismic design category.

2018-12-03 Thread Fpdcdesign
In the collective experience, does anyone besides the structural engineer determine Seismic Design Category to see if seismic restraint is required? I am working on a gut and replace in an existing building where I called for seismic and the contractor is pushing back. Todd G

Re: [EXTERNAL] Determining seismic design category.

2018-12-03 Thread Fpdcdesign
gt; > > > > > > > > > From: Sprinklerforum On > Behalf Of Fpdcdesign > Sent: Monday, December 03, 2018 5:16 PM > To: Sprinklerforum > Subject: [EXTERNAL] Determining seismic design category. > > > > > >

Re: Determining seismic design category.

2018-12-03 Thread Fpdcdesign
https://earthquake.usgs.gov/designmaps/us/application.php > > > > > > > > > > > > > On Mon, Dec 3, 2018 at 4:16 PM Fpdcdesign (mailto:fpdcdes...@gmail.com)> wrote: > > > > > > > > > > >

Re: Determining seismic design category.

2018-12-03 Thread Fpdcdesign
address, just need soil type or > use default. > > > > > > > > > > > https://earthquake.usgs.gov/designmaps/us/application.php > (https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__earthquake.usgs.gov_designmaps_us_application.php&d

Re: Do sidewall sprinklers require 'errr... walls?

2018-12-10 Thread Fpdcdesign
Not necessarily but you do need to comply with the the section in 13 for positioning and obstruction of sidewall sprinklers. Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax) 860-608-4559 (cell) > >

Bladder tank

2018-12-14 Thread Fpdcdesign
It has been a while since I have had to size a bladder tank for water hammer. This one is to be installed between a backflow preventer and a fire pump. Required by the local water company. Any good resources for sizing this? ___

Concealed spaces in mill construction

2018-12-24 Thread Fpdcdesign
I am working on a system in early 1900s building with typical mill construction with large wood beams and a wood deck. In some areas they are dropping ceilings below. The ceiling heights have been changing and may now create a space less than 36”. I called for standard upright sprink

Re: Concealed spaces in mill construction

2018-12-28 Thread Fpdcdesign
Roland. “Likely intent” can be a slippery slope. Unless you look at the research that was behind the development of the standard to come up with your position, it is a guess. If we had to do that research for every interpretation of a standard, nothing would get done. In this

Re: Indoor Trampoline Park

2019-01-04 Thread Fpdcdesign
Also remember that Codes area also a minimum and not an absolute criteria Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax) 860-608-4559 (cell) > > On Jan 4, 2019 at 11:34 AM, <å... .

Re: residential sprinklers

2019-01-07 Thread Fpdcdesign
WHy not use a K5.6 residential sprinkler? Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax) 860-608-4559 (cell) > > On Jan 7, 2019 at 12:53 PM, (mailto:st...@protectiondesign.com)>

Re: Greenhouse

2019-01-08 Thread Fpdcdesign
...under the growing tables > > On Jan 8, 2019 at 8:35 PM, mailto:e...@bamfordfire.com)> wrote: > > > > > > Good considerations, Steve.Also, consider any misc storage of items used > in the greenhouse such as wood/plastic pallets, fertilizer

Re: Boat Storage

2019-02-21 Thread Fpdcdesign
Rack storage? > > On Feb 21, 2019 at 12:21 PM, (mailto:jcrawf...@phaserfire.ca)> wrote: > > > > > > I have been asked to look at a new building for boat storage but cannot seem > to find any guidance, has anyone done a boat storage building that can point

Re: Files of Documents Stored In Racks

2019-03-01 Thread Fpdcdesign
Look at NFPA 232 for Records Storage Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax) 860-608-4559 (cell) > > On Mar 1, 2019 at 2:35 PM, mailto:fsl...@msn.com)> wrote: > > > > Yes > > >

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2019-03-04 Thread Fpdcdesign
Have been having some issues with sending to the Forum. bear with me Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax) 860-608-4559 (cell) ___ Sprinklerforu

Re: Test

2019-03-04 Thread Fpdcdesign
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Re: Clouds

2019-03-06 Thread Fpdcdesign
The ceiling clouds are going to act like giant heat collectors and we all know how well they work. The only ceiling jet is going to be at the roof and the clouds will act as obstructions to discharge. Unless you go to some type of open deluge system, this may fall into the “not able

Re: [EXTERNAL] Test

2019-03-06 Thread Fpdcdesign
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Re: Hydrant Flow vs Drain test

2019-03-11 Thread Fpdcdesign
It is not. There has been a lot of time and money put into this but no one has found any correlation. Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax) 860-608-4559 (cell) > > On M

Antifreeze temperature requirements

2019-03-14 Thread Fpdcdesign
Yes, I’m using the “A” word. I have a client that is asking be about using the new Tyco antifreeze solution for a project. Reading through the literature, it states that it is not good for temperatures below -10F. My question is where do we find information to determine what is the p

Re: [EXTERNAL] RE: Antifreeze temperature requirements

2019-03-14 Thread Fpdcdesign
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Re: vertical opening

2019-03-22 Thread Fpdcdesign
It seems sealing it would be a .lot cheaper than a 3500 gpm pump Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax) 860-608-4559 (cell) > > On Mar 22, 2019 at 9:53 AM, (mailto:tim.eas...@holston-aap.c

Re: ESFR and Baffles

2019-04-01 Thread Fpdcdesign
There is Handbook commentary about the need for overlap in ESFR protection. Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax) 860-608-4559 (cell) > > On Apr 1, 2019 at 11:22 AM, ma

Re: Dry Pendents Required in Coolers?

2019-04-02 Thread Fpdcdesign
There is a magic number of 40degF that shows up a lot in 13 for wet vs dry. I use the same for determining dry pendent vs wet. Under 40degF COOLER, DRY PENDENT. Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (f

Re: Dry Pendents Required in Coolers?

2019-04-02 Thread Fpdcdesign
> > John > > > > > > > > John August Denhardt, P.E. > > > > 301.343.1457 - Mobile > > > > > > > > > > > From: Sprinklerforum On > Behalf Of Fpdcdesign > Sent: Tuesday, April 2, 2019 8:23 PM > To: Spr

Re: Carpet Store

2019-04-30 Thread Fpdcdesign
I believe FM Global has standards for rolled carpet. That could give you a start. Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax) 860-608-4559 (cell) > > On Apr 30, 2019 at 1:59 AM, mailto:apsen...

Re: Truss manufacturing Density

2019-05-09 Thread Fpdcdesign
Watch saw dust control > > On May 9, 2019 at 2:35 PM, (mailto:collinfire...@gmail.com)> wrote: > > > > I'm working on a truss manufacturing plant where all the raw materials are > outside and only assembly is taking place indoors in the sprinklered > building. I'm

Re: Restaurant Service Areas

2019-05-14 Thread Fpdcdesign
Methinks it is no longer a servery. Todd G Williams, PE Fire Protection Design/Consulting Stonington, CT 860-535-2080 (ofc) 860-553-3553 (fax) 860-608-4559 (cell) > > On May 14, 2019 at 4:10 PM, mailto:d...@afpi.us)> wrote: > > >

Re: [EXTERNAL] Minimum Underground for 13R

2019-06-04 Thread Fpdcdesign
Based on hydraulics and tap sizes allowed by water purveyor. > > On Jun 4, 2019 at 1:56 PM, mailto:craig.pr...@jacobs.com)> > wrote: > > > > > > All it says in 13R is that if the line is over 4” apply NFPA 24, if under4” > NFPA 24 is not nece

Re: Ammo Production

2019-06-07 Thread Fpdcdesign
Check FM Global > > On Jun 7, 2019 at 11:14 AM, mailto:jgam...@lssofsheridan.com)> > wrote: > > > > > > Anyone have some insight / guidance on Fire Sprinkler concerns for areas > dedicated to ammo production. > > > > > > > > TIA > > > > > >

Re: PDF to DWG programs

2019-06-19 Thread Fpdcdesign
Does Revit have a similar program? > > On Jun 19, 2019 at 12:39 PM, mailto:jvankol...@mfpc.us)> wrote: > > > > > > Before we upgraded we used “Any PDF to DWG Converter” defiantly no where as > good as the Autocad built-in one but it will work in

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