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Fire sprinklers are used to protect buildings from fires by dousing them with water provided by a fire pump. Water fights fire by removing the heat, cooling down burning surfaces and interrupting the combustion process.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 11y agoFire sprinkler systems are used to put out fires in buildings, but are often designed primarily for safety of occupants who can use the extra time to exit from the building before the fire gets too large to escape.
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What is the most common extinguishing material used in fire sprinkler systems?
Ordinary water is used in most fire sprinkler systems. Most fire sprinkler systems are connected directly to the same water you get from the fire hydrant, which is also often the source for drinking water as well.
Where might one find reviews for fire sprinkler systems?
Reviews for fire sprinkler systems can be found from the Fire Protection Agency and from the Fire Industry Association. These give their own independent reviews of how good the different systems are.
Are fire sprinkler systems needed for buildings in California/?
California requires sprinkler systems in newly built one and two story residences. Sprinkler systems are also required for condominiums.
What is the most common extinguishing material used in fire systems?
Ordinary water is used in most fire sprinkler systems. Most fire sprinkler systems are connected directly to the same water you get from the fire hydrant, which is also often the source for drinking water as well.
Are there valves in fire sprinkler systems in condos?
Yes, both wet and dry systems have valves.
Where can I obtain a good sprinkler system for fire purposes?
Fire sprinklers are available for both residential and commercial properties. You can find fire sprinkler systems either online or at a hardware store.
What is fire protection services?
Fire protection services can range from: a. Fire protection engineering services, which is the design of automatic sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, hydraulic calculations, etc. b. Fire protection services could also entail the construction and installation of fire protection systems, as per design. c. Maintenance, monitoring and operation of fire alarm and sprinkler systems. Lou Hegyi
How do you add zones to a fire sprinkler system?
Fire sprinkler systems are effectively already zoned - you don't need to do anything special. When your fire sprinkler system detects a fire, it doesn't set off all the sprinkler heads at once. Instead, each fire sprinkler head goes off when the temperature underneath it reaches a specific temperature, meaning only the ones affected by the fire will go off.
Where can one go to have a fire sprinkler installed?
Look no further than Automatic Sprinkler of Connecticut LLC! We specialize in professional fire sprinkler installation and maintenance. Our team is highly trained and certified to ensure that your fire sprinklers are installed correctly the first time. We'll make sure everything is up to code, so you can rest assured that your home or business is kept safe from potential fires. Contact us today to get started on your fire sprinkler installation!
Which of the following was the first Standard created to govern the installation of fire sprinkler systems?
NFPA13
What is a quick response fire sprinkler?
A quick response fire sprinkler is a fire sprinkler designed to react immediately upon sensing a fire. Typically quick response fire sprinklers are heat activated, where heat from a fire melts a fusible link that allows the fire extinguishant (usually water in the case of fire sprinklers) to put out the fire quickly. Fire sprinkler systems are an important part of a building's total fire protection system, which should also include fire alarms, fire extinguishers and, where appropriate, specialized fire suppression systems.
What are the two basic categories of fire sprinkler systems?
Residential and commercial Wet and dry standby Manual and automatic Deluge and sprinkler-head-valved
