I think the only two trade-ups that require a full 13 system is:

1 - increase in fire area for type of construction

2- reduction in the rating of passive construction


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





On Aug 1, 2014, at 11:31 AM, Sharon Alves <[email protected]> wrote:

> However, if the architect is using a fire sprinkler system in lieu of height 
> or type of construction, etc. it must then be a full 13 system.
> 
> Thank you,
> 
> Sharon Alves
> Senior Fire Sprinkler Specialist, Design Manager, SET
> 

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