NFPA 13, 2010 22.1.5, Working Plans for Automatic Sprinkler Systems with 
Non-Fire Protection Connections, may be of help.  Granted the appendix shows 
heaters being connected to the sprinkler system with 286 degree sprinklers, but 
this may of some assistance.

Dan Failla
Charleston Fire Marshal's Office
Charleston SC

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From: [email protected] 
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Marshall
Sent: Thursday, June 13, 2013 6:02 AM
To: [email protected]
Subject: Freeze prevention


Is anybody aware of approved systems for freeze prevention of sprinkler 
pipework that involves circulating water within pipework?
 We are aware of dry systems, anti-freeze systems, heat tracing. 
 A dry system requires additional water due to area increase - a tank would be 
needed.
 Anti freeze has not got very good press lately and approved products are 
expensive.
 Heat tracing does not seem like a very energy efficient system.
 There are circulating systems for domestic applications and internet searches 
show several patents for such systems for sprinklers, but I cannot find actual 
products.

Thanks 
Nicky Marshall
Protech Design
New Zealand
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