RE: Dry 13R System

2015-08-04 Thread Scott A Futrell
underground loop to the other side of the breezeway and I'm pretty sure the owner won't do it. Brian Harris, CET BVS Systems Inc. bvssytemsinc.com -Original Message- From: Sprinklerforum [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org] On Behalf Of Scott A Futrell Sen

RE: Dry 13R System

2015-08-04 Thread Scott A Futrell
It needs to be listed and why would you put something in with a limited life expectancy? (Rhetorical question, I know why.) What will the homeowner(s)/managers/owners do ten years down the road when 1) it fails, and/or 2) it has to be replaced at greater cost? NFPA 13, 2013: 6.7.2.2 Heat Traci

RE: Dry 13R System

2015-08-03 Thread Scott A Futrell
Heat tracing had a limited life expectancy (ten years) a few years ago when I looked into it. That certainly would need to be a consideration. I'm not sure heat tracing is listed for use with CPVC or vice versa and that's a consideration. Doesn't Tyco have a listed CPVC for dry residential sys

RE: Water Flow Information

2015-07-10 Thread Scott A Futrell
And a pet peeve of mine (besides flow tests that don't meet the minimum sprinkler/hose demand already discussed thoroughly here) is that the coefficient of the pumper connection required by NFPA 291 [2013] 4.8 is not applied as required to flow tests through pumper outlets. Also, 4.8.1 If it is

RE: Column Protection

2015-07-06 Thread Scott A Futrell
Agree, always pointed in at the column (usually in the web) regardless of the type of sidewall. Scott   Office: (763) 425-1001 x 2 Cell: (612) 759-5556 -Original Message- From: Sprinklerforum [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org] On Behalf Of Travis Mack, SET Sent: Mon

RE: Insulation and combustible concealed ceiling space

2015-06-30 Thread Scott A Futrell
ible blown in insulation will not spontaneously combust and burn on it's own. I can't think of why the AHJ would consider displacement of oxygen to work on keeping the wooden trusses from burning but not the paper. On Tue, Jun 30, 2015 at 6:14 AM, Scott A Futrell wrote: > Matt,

RE: Insulation and combustible concealed ceiling space

2015-06-30 Thread Scott A Futrell
Thanks Scot. Scott   Office: (763) 425-1001 x 2 Cell: (612) 759-5556 -Original Message- From: Sprinklerforum [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org] On Behalf Of å... Sent: Tuesday, June 30, 2015 8:13 AM To: sprinklerforum@lists.firesprinkler.org Subject: Insulation

RE: Insulation and combustible concealed ceiling space

2015-06-30 Thread Scott A Futrell
orum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org] On Behalf Of Scott A Futrell Sent: Tuesday, June 30, 2015 7:34 AM To: sprinklerforum@lists.firesprinkler.org Subject: Insulation and combustible concealed ceiling space Has anyone ever had an issue with a combustible concealed space that has one layer of kraft-f

RE: Insulation and combustible concealed ceiling space

2015-06-30 Thread Scott A Futrell
Batt insulation meeting noncombustible or limited-combustible criteria", to start. Mark at Aero 602 820-7894 Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 30, 2015, at 5:34 AM, "Scott A Futrell" wrote: > > Has anyone ever had an issue with a combustible concealed space that has one

Insulation and combustible concealed ceiling space

2015-06-30 Thread Scott A Futrell
Has anyone ever had an issue with a combustible concealed space that has one layer of kraft-faced batt insulation laying on the ceiling (kraft side up toward the sky) and then the remainder filled full of blown-in, non-combustible insulation and an AHJ saying the kraft-faced insulation had to be

RE: Insulation of pipe in attics

2015-06-04 Thread Scott A Futrell
"Tenting" can be problematic regardless of where the vapor barrier is located. The tent must remain intact for the life of the structure and by intact I mean free from being disturbed by anyone in the space (electrical, cable, satellite, other) and if there are holes or gaps from the install, se

RE: Recalled Heads

2015-06-03 Thread Scott A Futrell
Yes Chris, they are still out there. I'd like to say something about NFPA 25 inspections, but that would just change the thread, so suffice to say that they are out there and the owner/occupants have no idea when I tell them. I am not aware of any follow up studies. Scott Office: (763) 425-

RE: News Article

2015-05-29 Thread Scott A Futrell
I do remember this, but I don't have the article. I would think that Jeff Shapiro could assist you in obtaining it or someone from the homefiresprinkler.org. Scott Office: (763) 425-1001 x 202 Cell: (612) 759-5556 -Original Message- From: Sprinklerforum [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@

RE: Flow test - Playpipe w/ 1 1/4" Tips

2015-05-07 Thread Scott A Futrell
Colin, The best case scenario is that you flow more water than your highest anticipated sprinkler and hose stream, or in the case of a fire department fire flow requirements. Without knowing your specifics the answer is yes, you should flow more than 386 gpm. Scott   Office: (763) 425-1001 x

RE: dry systems drains in attics

2015-04-09 Thread Scott A Futrell
Jim, The sky in my world is not as blue as yours. When the drain comes out the side of the crossmain (not the bottom), and is hidden in the attic, the owner often has no idea it is there. Or, if they were told, that person no longer works there. And when I look at failures there rarely are si

RE: dry systems drains in attics

2015-04-09 Thread Scott A Futrell
nklerforum@lists.firesprinkler.org Subject: Re: dry systems drains in attics What would be the point of the valve if it wasn't in a heated space as even with a valve the pipe would be self draing following the next freeze. On Thursday, April 9, 2015, Scott A Futrell wrote: > Whether it is a

RE: dry systems drains in attics

2015-04-09 Thread Scott A Futrell
Whether it is allowed or not, who, over the life of the building, is going to go into an attic to drain a low point drain? Scott   Office: (763) 425-1001 x 2 Cell: (612) 759-5556 -Original Message- From: Sprinklerforum [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org] On Behalf Of

RE: Mattresses

2015-03-24 Thread Scott A Futrell
I was gonna bring up Scandaliato's testing, but figured it wouldn't matter, Roland! Should be same questions as any storage, right? Packaging (cardboard or plastic), height, arrangement (side or end), racks, aisles, and so on. Then talk about protection after watching the fire test you are

RE: Hi-pressure welded schedule 10 joints & fittings

2015-02-28 Thread Scott A Futrell
Wow Alex. You didn't provide any of that information in you initial post. Based upon the information Tim provided, how do you leap to the conclusions and assumptions that you made? I would think a little more research might have to go into this before you finalize your modifications. Scott O

RE: day of questions - Hangars

2015-01-29 Thread Scott A Futrell
This must be one of those design features of a hangar where the fire, the building and the sprinkler system realize it isn't a NFPA 13 design and the sprinklers operate differently (quicker and more effectively) with a slope exceeding 2 in 12 then they do for a sprinkler system installed in a di

RE: Antifreeze in systems

2015-01-11 Thread Scott A Futrell
Jody, NFPA 1031, 1.1* Scope. This standard identifies the minimum job performance requirements (JPRs) for fire inspectors and plan examiners. 1031 doesn't delineate the requirements for life safety code inspections or thorough inspections of fire suppression or sprinkler systems. You need to

RE: Conveyor equipment in storage occupancies

2015-01-05 Thread Scott A Futrell
I'd add that there are several 'trap doors' Steve. What is being conveyed? Do the conveyors need to be interlocked on sprinkler activation? How wide are they? Are there multiple levels/layers? What is going on below the conveyors (process, fuel load, nothing, and so on)? More... Scott   Office: (

RE: MIC

2014-12-22 Thread Scott A Futrell
MIC can be present in most systems, just not active. You need to look for the root cause. Often oxygenation. Try Engineered Corrosion Solutions website for white papers and very good root cause information. http://ecscorrosion.com/ Scott Office: (763) 425-1001 x 12 Cell: (612) 759-5556 ---

RE: Existing Underground

2014-12-07 Thread Scott A Futrell
I'm not sure you had any answers for your question before the thread was hijacked. In the long-term many things can go wrong with an underground main that is 'in a trench' or under a floor. I've witnessed the problems with underground water mains under floors and the cost to make repairs, and b

RE: Calcium Chloride

2014-12-01 Thread Scott A Futrell
And, how old is the piping? Scott   Office: (763) 425-1001x12 Cell: (612) 759-5556 -Original Message- From: Sprinklerforum [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org] On Behalf Of Mark A. Sornsin, P.E. Sent: Monday, December 01, 2014 1:59 PM To: sprinklerforum@lists.firesprin

RE: Antifreeze-recipe for disaster?

2014-11-14 Thread Scott A Futrell
the smaller droplet size which are shown to be flammable/explosive. Perhaps because gas pockets are not supposed to be there? On Nov 14, 2014 12:48 PM, "Scott A Futrell" wrote: > In short, the theory was tested and it is combination of concentration > of PG or Glycerin, type

RE: Antifreeze-recipe for disaster?

2014-11-14 Thread Scott A Futrell
In short, the theory was tested and it is combination of concentration of PG or Glycerin, type of sprinkler, orifice size, pressure, and distance to ignition source and is all available on the Fire Protection Research Foundation website. Scott   (763) 425-1001x12 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell

RE: No hydraulic name plate, no existing plans

2014-11-05 Thread Scott A Futrell
This has been an interesting thread. It's a retirement home so the sprinkler system would seem to be essential to me, not that any aren't, but...I’d like to know my parents were living somewhere that had a sprinkler system installed properly and not by cutting corners, or making guesses. And

RE: Plastic classification

2014-10-31 Thread Scott A Futrell
Jay, Totes that "...are being cleaned of any solution that may have been in them..." are considered FULL by definition in the International Fire Code (IFC). So, IF the IFC is enforceable your client may have a different problem on their hands that they are not aware of, and don't want to hear

RE: Dr Bryan - a legend

2014-10-17 Thread Scott A Futrell
Very well put Cecil. RIP Dr. Bryan. He will be missed by many, and by our industry. Scott Office: (763) 425-1001 x 12 Cell: (612) 759-5556 -Original Message- From: Sprinklerforum [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org] On Behalf Of Sprinkler Academy - C Bilbo Sent: Fr

RE: Excessive system pressure and opening of sprinklers

2014-08-06 Thread Scott A Futrell
Usually it is something else related to it Craig. What is the make, manufacturer and year of the sprinkler? I have files on sprinkler ops and several do have a history of operating without known causes. Scott   (763) 425-1001x12 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell -Original Message- From: Spri

RE: stepped obstructions

2014-07-25 Thread Scott A Futrell
For 'control' mode sprinklers, but for suppression mode (e.g. ESFR), the spray development around obstructions is a different consideration. Scott Office: (763) 425-1001 x 12 Cell: (612) 759-5556 -Original Message- From: Sprinklerforum [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler

RE: Gauge Problems and Airplanes

2014-07-11 Thread Scott A Futrell
Chris, Call Muellar Gauge in New Hope. I'll bet they can explain and then let us know. Scott   (763) 425-1001x12 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell ___ Sprinklerforum mailing list Sprinklerforum@lists.firesprinkler.org http://lists.firesprinkler.org/listinfo

RE: Cooler Calc

2014-06-28 Thread Scott A Futrell
How cold is the air conditioning the space? Are pipes and sprinklers in front of, or near colder air used to maintain 38 degrees? Scott Office: (763) 425-1001 x 12 Cell: (612) 759-5556 -Original Message- From: Sprinklerforum [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org] On B

RE: CMSA Sprinkler Question

2014-06-23 Thread Scott A Futrell
CH2MHILL Extension 74102 craig.pr...@ch2m.com -Original Message- From: Sprinklerforum [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org] On Behalf Of Scott A Futrell Sent: Monday, June 23, 2014 5:17 PM To: sprinklerforum@lists.firesprinkler.org Subject: RE: CMSA Sprinkler Question

RE: CMSA Sprinkler Question

2014-06-23 Thread Scott A Futrell
74102 craig.pr...@ch2m.com -Original Message- From: Sprinklerforum [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org] On Behalf Of Scott A Futrell Sent: Monday, June 23, 2014 4:13 PM To: sprinklerforum@lists.firesprinkler.org Subject: FW: CMSA Sprinkler Question Okay. Thanks John

FW: CMSA Sprinkler Question

2014-06-23 Thread Scott A Futrell
r? If not, who else has one? Thanks and thanks John! Scott   (763) 425-1001x12 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell -Original Message----- From: Scott A Futrell Sent: Monday, June 23, 2014 11:13 AM To: 'sprinklerforum@lists.firesprinkler.org' Subject: CMSA Sprinkler Question Forumites:

CMSA Sprinkler Question

2014-06-23 Thread Scott A Futrell
Forumites: I need a CMSA K16.8 sprinkler to meet specific criteria in NFPA 13, 2013. Are the only CMSA sprinklers available the two below? Reliable, N252 EC - CMSA, RA0842 Tyco, Ultra K-17-231, TY7153 Viking, K19.6, VK592 Thanks! Scott Futrell   (763) 425-1001x12 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell ___

RE: to Pitot or not to Pitot?

2014-06-20 Thread Scott A Futrell
That may be the best explanation ever! Scott   (763) 425-1001x12 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell -Original Message- From: Sprinklerforum [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org] On Behalf Of Roland Huggins Sent: Friday, June 20, 2014 10:04 AM To: sprinklerforum@lists.firesprink

RE: Location of Flow Test in Calc's

2014-06-19 Thread Scott A Futrell
Totally agree, however if the concept isn't understood it morphs to the email that started this thread. 400 gpm through old 4" or 6" is a bigger problem. The right way is to calculate to the flow, get the information to do it right. If it is a single-feed loop and you are on the remote end o

RE: Location of Flow Test in Calc's

2014-06-19 Thread Scott A Futrell
It depends on how far away the flow test was taken, whether it is looped or gridded, and what the elevation changes are. All of that needs to be considered and isn't by just calculating to the "point of connection". Scott   (763) 425-1001x12 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell -Original Message

RE: Guessing age of system Reply

2014-06-17 Thread Scott A Futrell
Sprinklers included Duraspeed on the frame into about 1977, then the similar sprinkler included F950 on the frame. Scott   (763) 425-1001x12 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell -Original Message- From: Sprinklerforum [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org] On Behalf Of John Corco

RE: Guessing age of system

2014-06-17 Thread Scott A Futrell
F950's in the mid-seventies (1977 or so) with Duraspeed before that, and it looked the same. Steve, did you get my email about CA questions? Scott   (763) 425-1001x12 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell -Original Message- From: Sprinklerforum [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.or

RE: Infrared Tube Heaters

2014-05-22 Thread Scott A Futrell
My posts are making it to the Forum Richard. I would suggest you start by contacting the tube manufacturer and find out exactly what temperatures could be expected in those areas under the most extreme conditions. Scott   (763) 425-1001x12 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell -Original Message-

RE: Water Chemistry/MJ gasket issues

2014-03-28 Thread Scott A Futrell
No, but is water quality an issue? Is it non-potable? How old is the UG? Scott Futrell   (763) 425-1001 x12 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell -Original Message- From: sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org] On Behalf Of Steve Le

RE: RE: Re:

2014-03-25 Thread Scott A Futrell
Tony, Sometimes people (especially older people) turn the heat up and it does get above 100 in the closet. Sometimes furnaces don't operate properly and the high limit switch on most furnaces is >100, even greater than 130, I've seen them as high as 175 in furnaces in apartments that serve the

RE: Re:

2014-03-25 Thread Scott A Futrell
I frequently see sprinklers rated at 155°F in utility closets with furnaces that operate and cause a great deal of damage. Scott (763) 425-1001 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell -Original Message- From: sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@lis

RE: wall hydrants

2014-03-21 Thread Scott A Futrell
Todd, I have that problem here and the AHJ has required the owner to have an engineering analysis that we are in the working on. Two wall hydrants were added at some time and were never calculated. Then they added two hydrants with overhead supply from the main valve assembly. All of that of

RE: wall hydrants

2014-03-21 Thread Scott A Futrell
Todd, The first question would be why were they there originally? If it is a hydrant issue (lack of) and they conceivably could be used by FF's with either of the sprinkler systems operating then I'd say you should add your hose at the point of connection between the wall hydrant supply and th

RE: wood trusses

2014-03-18 Thread Scott A Futrell
Further to Brad's response, where is the insulation? Is freezing a concern? Scott   (763) 425-1001 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell -Original Message- From: sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org] On Behalf Of Jay Stough Sent: Tu

RE: NFPA 25 & Antifreeze Comment(s) RETORT

2014-01-29 Thread Scott A Futrell
014 6:37 PM To: sprinklerforum@lists.firesprinkler.org Subject: Re: NFPA 25 & Antifreeze Comment(s) RETORT No Scott please don't tell me how it ends, I have not seen it yet ;) seriously, I saw your name on that final report- are you totally Anti Anti freeze now, no if ands or buts? > On

RE: NFPA 25 & Antifreeze Comment(s) RETORT

2014-01-29 Thread Scott A Futrell
A child lit a couch on fire with matches and the sprinkler operated with the resulting fireball injuring her and her mother. Official damage report: limited to point of origin, except for signs and damage from explosion - windows blown out remote from the ignition. Do we need to say more Brad?

RE: Dry System I.T.C.

2014-01-23 Thread Scott A Futrell
How do you do that when 13 requires the drain off the bottom of the pipe and the inspectors test off the top of the highest most remote sprinkler? Scott Futrell   (763) 425-1001 x12 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell -Original Message- From: sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org [mail

RE: Paint both heads

2014-01-04 Thread Scott A Futrell
Douglas, You really need to accurately determine what the highest ambient temperature will be in the paint booth before choosing a temperature rating. Scott Futrell   (763) 425-1001 x12 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell -Original Message- From: sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org

RE: running pipe outside

2013-12-19 Thread Scott A Futrell
We've done this as a last resort with a dry system, without problem. Scott   (763) 425-1001 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell -Original Message- From: sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org] On Behalf Of Todd - Work Sent: Thursday,

RE: Main Drain Inspection Test

2013-12-07 Thread Scott A Futrell
But, if you are doing an inspection in accordance with NFPA 25, and according to that document and the Technical Committee it assumes the original installation to be correct, you shouldn't comment on the incorrect location of the gauge because that is not in your scope. Just record the pressure

RE: Ice plug detection

2013-12-02 Thread Scott A Futrell
Interesting analysis Chris that I would agree with in general, however, I assume this is a dry system, right Steve? If so, I would then assume that it is at least being partially trip tested annually, right? Of course it should be fully tripped tested every three years, but I am further assumi

RE: resurrecting an old system

2013-11-20 Thread Scott A Futrell
I like the replace it all option... How old is the system to start with? You need to replace all the sprinklers, if some have "popped" you don't know how many others may be damaged. What about gaskets in grooved couplings? Is the water supply now equal to the original pump and pond? If not, pipe s

RE: Location of foam system valve room on 2nd floor - permitted?

2013-11-20 Thread Scott A Futrell
ernational Drive Spartanburg, SC  29304-0491 Direct - 864.599.4102 Fax - 864.599.8439 CH2MHILL Extension 74102 craig.pr...@ch2m.com -Original Message- From: sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org] On Behalf Of Scott A Fu

RE: Location of foam system valve room on 2nd floor - permitted?

2013-11-19 Thread Scott A Futrell
No code restrictions, but certainly foam systems concerns. 55 gallon drums to second floor with stairs? Bladder tanks? Lay 'em down to replace bladder that gets torn. Craig, am I missing something? If not, I've seen this before and it gets ugly real fast. I've worked on an existing hanger

RE: NFPA25 scope

2013-11-07 Thread Scott A Futrell
IMHO Roland, if I understand you correctly, I respectfully totally disagree. We do not have anything in place, at any level, to verify the design, installation, inspection, testing, or maintenance of existing or new sprinkler systems. Technically, the legally adopted Fire Codes give the AHJ th

RE: old 14.5k ecoh brass upright

2013-09-23 Thread Scott A Futrell
is going to > be provided if > just those 3 sprinklers go off would be a strong argument...how big is > the room? > > Steven Scandaliato, SET CFPS > 520.971.2322 Cell > > -Original Message- > From: sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org > [mailto:sprin

RE: old 14.5k ecoh brass upright

2013-09-22 Thread Scott A Futrell
Sometimes...just sometimes, the AHJ might accept reduced hose streams if you can get the calcs to work otherwise. It might be worth the try. 1) they shouldn't need hose except for mop up and 2) it shouldn't take all the sprinklers operating in the design area to control it, so if everything work

RE: Adequate water supply

2013-09-21 Thread Scott A Futrell
No one ever answered my first response. Who specified what? What did you base your bid upon? Owner/GC's fault IF they gave you the flow test and the design criteria and it won't work, but if it works, but with larger pipe and bigger K's then you bid it's not their fault. Your fault if they didn'

RE: Adequate water supply

2013-09-19 Thread Scott A Futrell
More information please. Who gave who flow test and design criteria? Scott   (763) 425-1001 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell -Original Message- From: sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org] On Behalf Of Steve Johnson Sent: Thurs

RE: Shoulder Nipple

2013-09-06 Thread Scott A Futrell
forum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org] On Behalf Of Scott A Futrell Sent: Friday, September 06, 2013 2:33 PM To: sprinklerforum@lists.firesprinkler.org Subject: RE: Shoulder Nipple Just for fun I looked in my first red book, 1974, it allows 1/

RE: Shoulder Nipple

2013-09-06 Thread Scott A Futrell
Just for fun I looked in my first red book, 1974, it allows 1/2" and 3/4" close nipples - no pipe weight or schedule indicated. 3-7.5. Scott   (763) 425-1001 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell -Original Message- From: sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...

RE: Small Chemical Storage Room

2013-09-03 Thread Scott A Futrell
Again, first step is the Fire Code. I'm not writing a dissertation on what you need step-by-step because that can be a long list and varies with every answer (some of which Craig has below and some he doesn't); you need to know you have to start with the fire code - unless it is military/govern

RE: Small Chemical Storage Room

2013-09-03 Thread Scott A Futrell
The proper place to start is the applicable Fire Code. Doesn't matter how small, the Fire Code is the FIRST STEP. It will probably end up as Steve wrote, between OH 2 and EH 2, but there may be other issues, too, that are beyond the sprinkler design. In open use has the potential to damage

RE: Sprinkler Design & Hydraulics Package

2013-08-31 Thread Scott A Futrell
Hydracad is great and flexible and Hydratec has been around since at least the early 1980's. Scott Futrell   (763) 425-1001 x12 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell -Original Message- From: sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org] On

RE: leaky yard mains!

2013-08-18 Thread Scott A Futrell
Specifically what types of "leaks are excavated and repaired" every year? Glands? Joints? Pipes? fittings? Valves? Hydrants? It seems if we know the repairs (why it is leaking), then the questions others have posted might be appropriate follow up. Scott Futrell   (763) 425-1001 x12 Office (612

RE: Sleep on it!

2013-08-13 Thread Scott A Futrell
Vince, Not conflicting at all. You asked the Forum to answer a storage questions without: 1) storage height; 2) storage configuration; 3) packaging materials; and more. You shouldn't have gotten an answer without that information. Call Steven. Scott   (763) 425-1001 Office (612) 759-5556 Ce

RE: Sleep on it!

2013-08-12 Thread Scott A Futrell
Steven Scandaliato has the video and we show it in our class...not OH 2. As usual it is not what somebody else did, it should be storage configuration, height, and packaging... Scott Futrell   (763) 425-1001 x12 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell -Original Message- From: sprinklerforum-boun..

RE: Antifreeze

2013-08-04 Thread Scott A Futrell
Craig, The details of where to use, where not to use, what percentages to use, and so on are spelled out in NFPA 13, 13D or 13R, whichever is appropriate to your project. If you don't have those documents they are available free online through NFPA. Scott Futrell   (763) 425-1001 x12 Office (

RE: Heat trace question

2013-08-01 Thread Scott A Futrell
Steve, There is only a ten year life expectancy for the heat tracing, so that should be a long-term consideration for the owner. Scott   (763) 425-1001 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell -Original Message- From: sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@list

RE: Home Fire Sprinkler Guidance - New Jersey

2013-07-30 Thread Scott A Futrell
That is happening all over. Builders won't let you do anything, including sprinklers, until they are complete. Now how many will retrofit? Scott   (763) 425-1001 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell -Original Message- From: sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org [mailto:sprinklerforum-

RE: Home Fire Sprinkler Guidance - New Jersey

2013-07-30 Thread Scott A Futrell
. 2521 W L St. Suite No.4 Lincoln, Ne 68522 Voice (402) 466-2616 Fax (402) 466-2617 da...@mfp-inc.com -Original Message- From: sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org] On Behalf Of Scott A Futrell Sent: Tuesday, July

RE: Home Fire Sprinkler Guidance - New Jersey

2013-07-30 Thread Scott A Futrell
Forest, Ben doesn't have to retrofit the Ponderosa, it is new homes only. That's one of the misconceptions. When I had my home built the builder would not allow me to have sprinklers installed...that is one of the reasons we need to adopt the IRC. Builders make more money repairing houses wi

RE: Mechanical Tees

2013-07-19 Thread Scott A Futrell
Like that form gets filled out properly and thoroughly. Did I hit send? Scott -Original Message- From: sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org] On Behalf Of Ron Greenman Sent: Friday, July 19, 2013 12:51 PM To: sprinklerf

RE: Plastic groups

2013-07-02 Thread Scott A Futrell
Todd, Plastics Handbook. I don't have one though. Scott   (763) 425-1001 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell -Original Message- From: sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org] On Behalf Of Todd - Work Sent: Tuesday, July 02, 2013 7:2

RE: George L. Church, Jr.

2013-06-27 Thread Scott A Futrell
VERY WELL said, my friend. Scott   (763) 425-1001 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell -Original Message- From: sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org] On Behalf Of John Denhardt Sent: Thursday, June 27, 2013 9:23 AM To: sprinklerfor

RE: Extra Hazard storage

2013-05-13 Thread Scott A Futrell
Hmmm...back to the fire code and building code first. Is it required to be sprinklered? Has the architect taken any advantages to area, height, separation, etc., based upon sprinklers? If so, gas or dry chem. don't substitute for required sprinklers... Scott   (763) 425-1001 Office (612) 759

RE: Warehouse protection

2013-05-13 Thread Scott A Futrell
231C goes back to 1971, but the real question is what did the building or fire code require? Scott   (763) 425-1001 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell -Original Message- From: sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org] On Behalf Of Da

RE: Response times to system deficiencies

2013-05-07 Thread Scott A Futrell
Mike, NFPA 72, 2007, Disposition of Signals. 8.3.7 You'll find Central Station required responses. Scott   (763) 425-1001 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell -Original Message- From: sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@lists.firesprinkler.org] On Behal

RE: Home sprinkler mandate in MN

2013-04-30 Thread Scott A Futrell
Too late for most anything. It is attached to a funding bill that will be passed and although the Governor vetoed this NAHB/BAM (Builders Association of Minnesota) direct bill in 2012, he cannot line item veto it as far as I know. Ten legislators (almost all of whom have already voted for the

RE: Fire Sprinkler System Impairment

2013-04-12 Thread Scott A Futrell
The Fire Code (regardless of NFPA 1 or IFC [2012 - 901.7]) and good practice require it as well as NFPA 25 [2011 - 15.5.2(4)]. You can look at these references for other ideas, but the AHJ has the codes and standards to use. NFPA publishes statistics on fires in sprinklered buildings that have

RE: Racquet Ball Court

2013-03-21 Thread Scott A Futrell
This sprinkler appears to be listed for use with only four Reliable K5.6 sprinklers. 6.2.8 [2013] Sprinklers subject to mechanical injury shall be protected with listed guards. If they aren't made by the manufacturer for their specific sprinkler, then many are not listed... Scott Futrell   (76

RE: Saddle type sprinkler head

2013-03-18 Thread Scott A Futrell
It does Craig if you add pg.png to the end of the link Scott Futrell   (763) 425-1001 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell -Original Message- From: sprinklerforum-boun...@firesprinkler.org [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@firesprinkler.org] On Behalf Of craig.pr...@ch2m.com Sent: Monday, March 18,

RE: Bedbugs

2013-02-28 Thread Scott A Futrell
Is CPVC involved at all? Could be issues with the CPVC if it is exposed to the temperatures either directly or through thermal expansion. Scott Futrell   (763) 425-1001 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell -Original Message- From: sprinklerforum-boun...@firesprinkler.org [mailto:sprinklerforum-

RE: Underwater Tank Inspection

2013-01-08 Thread Scott A Futrell
Bill, Diver - Wet or Dry Tank Inspection out of Kentucky. Jay Hoffman. He can probably assist you with which way to go too. Scott Futrell, PE, FSFPE, CFEI, CFPS   (763) 425-1001 x 12 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell -Original Message- From: sprinklerforum-boun...@firesprinkler.org [mailto:

RE: Ceiling Pockets and Horizontal Sidewalls

2012-10-23 Thread Scott A Futrell
Rod, I know they are available on the NFPA subscription service website, I don't know if they are available otherwise. Scott Futrell   (763) 425-1001 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell -Original Message- From: sprinklerforum-boun...@firesprinkler.org [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@firesprinkl

RE: Antifreeze Update

2012-08-28 Thread Scott A Futrell
From: sprinklerforum-boun...@firesprinkler.org [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...@firesprinkler.org] On Behalf Of Scott A Futrell Sent: Tuesday, August 28, 2012 4:47 PM To: sprinklerforum@firesprinkler.org Subject: RE: Antifreeze Update in Rod and Mark's neighborhood there are contractors using

RE: Antifreeze Update

2012-08-28 Thread Scott A Futrell
in Rod and Mark's neighborhood there are contractors using propylene glycol in CPVC systems (that's a no no) over 50% (that's another no no) and they know it because "what else can they do?". Scott Futrell   (763) 425-1001 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell -Original Message- From: sprinklerfo

RE: Galvanized underground main

2012-07-30 Thread Scott A Futrell
If they aren't properly protected the bolts on the couplings will be the Achilles heel. The safe, long-term way would be to use proper underground pipe and fittings, in accordance with their listing. Scott Futrell   (763) 425-1001 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell -Original Message- From: sp

RE: ESFR K17 Sprinkler Tech Data Sheet - 2004

2012-06-06 Thread Scott A Futrell
Steve, I probably have what you are looking for in the office if you don't get it by tomorrow send me a note and I'll look for it. Scott Futrell   (763) 425-1001 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell -Original Message- From: sprinklerforum-boun...@firesprinkler.org [mailto:sprinklerforum-boun...

RE: minimum 7 PSI end head logic, check please!

2012-06-04 Thread Scott A Futrell
UL tests sprinklers at a minimum operating pressure of 7psig (UL 199). The first of many questions (that I will not ask): Are you going to propose design operating pressures less than their listing and testing? Scott Futrell   (763) 425-1001 x 12 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell -Original Messa

RE: dry-pipe with in-rack/ceiling protection of Class IV to > 25 ft in open racks

2012-05-31 Thread Scott A Futrell
Scot, I responded to the specific question (and assumed everyone understood the 30% increase would be applied to the roof/ceiling). However, I would not recommend a dry system in-rack if you can avoid it. Quell, preaction, other might be better if possible. Also, an engineered solution where

RE: dry-pipe with in-rack/ceiling protection of Class IV to > 25 ft in open racks

2012-05-31 Thread Scott A Futrell
Scot, I don't see anything that sends you back to 11.2.3.2.5 to increase the in-rack design requirement by 30%. 11.2.3.2.5 is an area of sprinkler operation increase, not a number of design sprinklers increase. Intuitively, yes. Prescriptive, no. Scott Futrell   (763) 425-1001 x 12 Office

RE: Projector for viewing PDF's?

2012-05-15 Thread Scott A Futrell
Agreed. If they don't submit paper copies of plans, calcs, and product data it doesn't get reviewed. You can't perform inspections without a plan, they need a copy back with comments, and I need a copy for my files and there is no reason for me to pay for the cost of plotting, printing and cop

RE: 1976 13 Question

2012-05-08 Thread Scott A Futrell
To specifically answer this questions, yes, Chapter 7 Hydraulically Designed Sprinkler Systems, 1976 edition with light hazard and the three ordinary hazard curve sin Chapter 2. Scott Futrell   (763) 425-1001 x 12 Office (612) 759-5556 Cell -Original Message- From: sprinklerforum-boun.

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