I have reviewed a couple of these in my jurisdiction. There are a couple of issues that you will need to resolve before you can make a determination of system requirements. First is the distilling process itself coming off the still is a highly flammable liquid, that will then be cut to a less flammable liquid. The first part is a Class IB FCL which requires at least a 0.45 gmm/sqft density. Once cut, it will then depend on how much it is cut, alcohol content ranging from 60% to about 25% is a Class IC FCL, 25% to about 8% is a Class II, and the rest is Class IIIA. Next will be the storage process. NFPA 30 will give guidance, once they give you the storage amount and configuration. All my projects distilled a small amount at a restaurant so storage was not an issue. I will be getting on of the larger storage buildings soon at the Dogfish Head Brewery in DE.
Good Luck. Duane T. Fox, Jr., CFPS, CFI, CFPE Asst Chief, Technical Services DE State Fire Marshal's Office 302-856-5298 From: Sprinklerforum [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Tim Stone Sent: Tuesday, September 13, 2016 11:16 AM To: [email protected] Subject: Distilleries I need some assistance with a Distillery project. I am working with an Architect on this project and the Owner is anxious and is requesting cost estimates for the Fire Protection Sprinkler system. I have indicated that the owner needs to hire an insurance to underwrite and specify the sprinkler system requirements. The project is roughly 33,000 SF., to include Distillery, Indoor storage of Spirits in wood barrels, Processing Facility, Mercantile space, Event and Office spaces. The Good news is that there is a great public water supply available on site. Fire Pump and onsite water storage should not be required. At this time the Owner would like to get a Square foot price (budget estimate) on the sprinkler system. Can any one assist? If necessary please contact me directly off the forum. Thank you in advance. Regards, G. Tim Stone G. Tim Stone Consulting, LLC NICET Level III Engineering Technician Fire Protection Sprinkler Design and Consulting Services 117 Old Stage Rd. - Essex Jct., VT. 05452 CELL: (802) 373-0638 TEL: (802) 434-2968 Fax: (802) 434-4343 [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>
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