Don’t forget that you also look at the churn pressure (so as not to exceed the 
max rating of components) at the highest gradient point.

Roland


Roland Huggins, PE - VP Engineering
American Fire Sprinkler Assn.       ---      Fire Sprinklers Saves Lives
Dallas, TX
http://www.firesprinkler.org





On Jun 13, 2014, at 8:49 AM, [email protected] wrote:

> Karen, 
> 
> We are required to use the "lowest gradient elevation" as the highest point 
> for calculations (see NFPA 22).  The lowest tank gradient is usually the 
> point where the water may drop before refill begins.
> 
> from never-ending meetings in Las Vegas,
> 
> Cecil Bilbo

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