I was asked about this product and fail to see any real value for it. But I thought I'd throw this out and start discussion: http://www.262apex.com/md-xxii.html
It's a remote start controller and they pitch it as satisfying NFPA 25, §8.3.1. 8.3.2.6 specifically says, "An automatic timer shall be permitted to be substituted for the starting procedure." This all seems to be adding up to something of value, but I have the following questions about the product and industry practices: 1) The product data boasts that it's UL 508 listed, but that's for general controls and it's certainly NOT a listed fire pump controller. Anyone agree with me that this could void the listing of an installed or proposed pump assembly? 2) A completely remote start is not in accordance with NFPA 25 §8.3.2.7 which requires that there be qualified personnel in attendance whenever the pump is in operation. 3) Anyone agree with me that if you take 8.3.2.7 literally, there's no real application for a product like this? 4) If there is an application, can someone explain how to apply this type of a control and what the value is to owner and/or service contractor? Thanks, Steve Leyton PROTECTION DESIGN & CONSULTING 2851 Camino del Rio South, Suite 400 San Diego, CA 92108 ------------------------------------------------------------- Ph: 858.751.2930 - ext. 102 Fax: 858.751.2933 Cell: 619.972.5696 _______________________________________________ Sprinklerforum mailing list [email protected] http://lists.firesprinkler.org/listinfo.cgi/sprinklerforum-firesprinkler.org
