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NFPA 13 Scope
1.1.1 This standard shall provide the minimum
requirements for the design and installation of
automatic fire sprinkler systems and exposure
protection sprinkler systems . . .
A.23.1(b)
Preliminary Drawings
A.23.1(a)
Water Supply Information
A.23.3.2(d)
Working Drawings
A.23.1.1
Working Drawings
Water Supply Information
Working Drawings
Hydraulic Calculations
23.3.5
Summary
Graph
Water Supply Analysis
Node Analysis
Detailed Worksheets
Symbols
Occupancy/Hazard Classification
Occupancy/Hazard Classification
Light Hazard
Occupancy/Hazard Classification
Ordinary Hazard Group One
Occupancy/Hazard Classification
Ordinary Hazard Group Two
Occupancy/Hazard Classification
Extra Hazard Group One
Occupancy/Hazard Classification
Extra Hazard Group Two
Occupancy/Hazard Classification
Storage
Occupancy/Hazard Classification
Class I
Occupancy/Hazard Classification
Class II
Occupancy/Hazard Classification
Class III
Occupancy/Hazard Classification
Class IV
Occupancy/Hazard Classification
Group A Plastics
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Occupancy/Hazard Classification
Mixed Occupancies
Occupancy/Hazard Classification
Mixed Commodities
Design Criteria
Figure 11.2.3.1.1
Hydraulic Calculations
Room design method
Modification of area/density method
Allows the area to be limited to the largest
partitioned area
Communicating spaces must be considered
Requirements for corridors
Hydraulic Calculations
Specific Applications
Extended Coverage Sprinklers
Residential Sprinklers
Large Drop Sprinklers
ESFR Sprinklers
Design Criteria
Area/Density
Sprinkler Demand
Q=AxD
Q = Flow (gpm)
A = Sprinkler Operating Area
D = Density (gpm/ft)
Design Criteria
Adjustments
QR sprinklers deduct based on ceiling height
Examples
Multiple Adjustments
Extra hazard occupancy 2500 ft
Dry system (30%) 3250 ft
High temp (-25%) 2438 ft
Hose Stream Allowance
Table 11.2.3.1.2
Design Criteria
Occupancy: Light Hazard
Area: 1500 ft
Sprinkler Demand:
Hose Demand:
Duration:
Total Water Supply needed:
Design Criteria
Occupancy: Light Hazard
Area: 1500 ft
Sprinkler Demand:
Hose Demand:
Duration:
Total Water Supply needed:
Occupancy: Hospital
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What is a sprinkler system?
Three essential components
Water supply
Sprinkler
Connection between the two
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Wet Pipe Sprinkler Systems
Dry Pipe Sprinkler Systems
Dry Pipe Sprinkler Systems
System Performance
Single Interlock
Non-Interlock
Double Interlock
Deluge Systems
Sprinkler System Components
Listed
vs
Approved
Sprinkler System Components
Sprinklers
Characteristics
Thermal Sensitivity
Temperature Rating
Orifice Size
Installation Orientation
Water Distribution Characteristics
Special Service Conditions
Thermal Sensitivity
Temperature Rating
Table 6.2.5.1
Temperature Rating
Orifice Size
Orientation
Distribution Characteristics
Special Service Conditions
Special Service Conditions
Special Service Conditions
Spare Sprinklers
Sprinkler Identification
Pipe and Fittings
Valves
Valves
Identification of Valves
Fire Department Connections
Water Flow Alarm Devices
Hangers and Braces
Hangers and Braces
Hangers and Braces
Sprinkler System Components
What is the temperature rating of this sprinkler?
Sprinkler System Components
Can this sprinkler be removed, cleaned, and
reinstalled?
Sprinkler System Components
Can this check valve be removed, reconditioned, and
installed in another system?
Sprinkler System Components
Are fire department connections required to be in
conformance with NFPA 1963?
Sprinkler System Components
How do I know if the correct type of pipe was installed
in the system?
Sprinkler System Components
How many spare sprinklers are required for a protected
facility having 960 sprinklers?
Sprinkler System Components
How do I verify who welded a particular outlet on
system piping?
Installation Requirements
System Area Limitations
Maximum of 4830 m (52,000 ft) on any single level
Excludes Mezzanines
Extra Hazard 3720 m (40,000 ft)
Storage 3720 m (40,000 ft)
Dry systems limited by volume and/or water delivery
Control Valves
Supervision
Check Valves
Figure A.8.16.1.1
Post Indicator Valves
System Drainage
System Drainage
Location
Arrangement
Test Connections
Backflow Assemblies
Hose Connections
Installation of Hangers
Installation of Hangers
Trapeze Hangers
Installation of Hangers
Table 9.2.2.1(b)
Installation of Hangers
Figure A.9.3.2(a)
Flexibility
Installation of Braces
Clearance
Installation of Braces
Lateral Bracing
Installation of Braces
Figure A.9.3.5(b)
Installation of Braces
Figure 9.3.5.9(e)
Zone of Influence
General Requirements for the Use of
Sprinklers
Installed in accordance with their listing
Can be installed in positions outside the listing for
special conditions
Use of Sprinklers
Use of Sprinklers
Use of Sprinklers
Use of Sprinklers
Table 8.3.2.5(b)
Use of Sprinklers
Thermal Sensitivity
Use of Sprinklers
Standard Spray
S Sidewall
Use of Sprinklers
Extended Coverage
Use of Sprinklers
Residential
Use of Sprinklers
Use of Sprinklers
Special Sprinklers
Sprinkler Area of Coverage
(3.04 m)
(3.96
(3.96m)
m)
(3.04m)
(3.96 m)
(0.6 m)
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Upright and Pendent
(2.3 m)
(3.04 m) (2.43
(2.43m)
m)
(3.96 m)
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Deflector Position
Deflector Position
Under unobstructed construction, the
distance between the sprinkler deflector and
the ceiling shall be a minimum of 25 mm (1
in.) and a maximum of 405 mm (12 in.)
throughout the area of coverage of the
sprinkler.
Deflector Position
Under obstructed construction,
of 25 mm (1 in.) to 150 mm (6 in.) below the
structural members and a maximum distance
of 560 mm (22 in.) below the ceiling/deck
Installed in each bay of obstructed
construction, with the deflectors located a
minimum of 25 mm (1 in.) and a
maximum of 405 mm (12 in.) below the
ceiling/deck
Obstructions
Pattern Development
Obstructions
Table 8.6.2.2.1(a)
Standard Spray Upright and Pendent
Figure 8.6.4.1.1.3(A)
Standard Spray Upright and Pendent
Figure 8.6.4.1.1.3(B)
Standard Spray Upright and Pendent
Figure 8.6.4.1.3.1(b)
Standard Spray Upright and Pendent
Standard Spray Upright and Pendent
Standard Spray Upright and Pendent
Standard Spray Upright and Pendent
Standard Spray Upright and Pendent
Standard Spray Sidewall
6 10 7
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Standard Spray Sidewall
Table 8.7.2.2.1
Standard Spray Sidewall
Standard Spray Sidewall
Standard Spray Sidewall
Standard Spray Sidewall
Standard Spray Sidewall
Extended Coverage
Table 8.8.2.1.2
Extended Coverage
A > 4C or 4D
A < 36in.
Extended Coverage
CMSA
ESFR
Special Conditions
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Special Conditions
Special Conditions
System Acceptance
System Acceptance
System Acceptance
System Acceptance
Hydrostatic Tests
Dry Pipe & Double Interlock Preaction System(s) Air
Test
System Operational Tests
Pressure Reducing Valves
Backflow Prevention Assemblies
Exposure Systems
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System Acceptance
System Maintenance
NFPA 13
Questions?
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