When I have done “non-factory” projects with FM global (most recently a retirement home) they were very flexible in modifying their requirements to suit the project. In occupancies that don’t directly correlate to their core business I have had good luck with compromises.
Cesar is right – confirm all design guidelines in writing from FM if they are any different from the ones spelled out in the data sheets. Matt Grisé PE*, LEED AP, NICET II Vice President – New Construction Alliance Fire Protection 130 w 9th Ave. North Kansas City, MO 64116 *Licensed in KS & MO 913.888.0647 ph 913.888.0618 f 913.526.7443 cell www. AFPsprink.com From: Sprinklerforum [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Cesar Lira Sent: Thursday, September 29, 2016 9:31 AM To: [email protected] Subject: RE: FM Global Hi Dewayne. Accord to 3-26 table 1. Both areas Seating areas and kitchen are a HC1 Hazard and sprinkler design is 0.1/1500 + 250 gpm using a 5.6 k factor sprinklers. Also you need to wait for FM insurance recommendations. CLR De: Sprinklerforum [mailto:[email protected]] En nombre de Dewayne Martinez Enviado el: jueves, 29 de septiembre de 2016 08:14 a. m. Para: [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> Asunto: FM Global We are doing a small restaurant tenant in a strip mall that is insured by FM Global. I have contacted the GC asking for the FM contact but thought maybe the forum could provide some insight. 1)Does FM allow reduced design areas? 2)Seating area 01./1500 +100gpm and kitchen 0.15/1500 +250gpm sound right? Thanks, Dewayne
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