I would not think so as long as the delays are adjusted correctly.

John August Denhardt, P.E.
Strickland Fire Protection

On Nov 6, 2018, at 4:09 PM, Fpdcdesign 
<[email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>> wrote:

This is being done per the 2010 edition before that text was added. The only 
requirements I see in that version for a check valve is if you are connecting 
to a combination sprinkler standpipe riser (and if the zone valves are 
interconnected).

My question was more of an operational one as opposed to a Code one. Are two 
flow switches on different branches in close proximity subject to simultaneous 
operation?

Todd G Williams, PE
Fire Protection Design/Consulting
Stonington, CT
860-535-2080 (ofc)
860-553-3553 (fax)
860-608-4559 (cell)


On Nov 6, 2018 at 3:48 PM, <John Denhardt<mailto:[email protected]>> 
wrote:

I agree. Check valves are required.

John

John August Denhardt, P.E.
Strickland Fire Protection

On Nov 6, 2018, at 3:41 PM, Mike Stossel 
<[email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>> wrote:

If I am understanding you question correctly, check valves are required.

8.16.1.5 Floor Control Valve Assemblies.
8.16.1.5.1* Multistory buildings exceeding two stories in height shall be 
provided with a floor control valve, check valve, main drain valve, and flow 
switch for isolation, control, and annunciation of water flow on each floor 
level.

Mike Stossel SET
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36 Barren Road
East Stroudsburg, PA 18302
Office: 973-670-2627
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 On Behalf Of Fpdcdesign
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Subject: Back to back floor controls.

I am working on an existing two story plus attic wood frame building. The 
engineer is requiring zone control assemblies (butterfly valve plus riser 
manifold) for every level including the attic. I have designed it so there is a 
bull head tee at the top of a 4” riser with the assemblies on either side of 
the tee. Given that the flow switches are going to be in close proximity, 
should I install a check valve between the butterfly valve and the manifold?

Todd G Williams, PE
Fire Protection Design/Consulting
Stonington, CT
860-535-2080 (ofc)
860-553-3553 (fax)
860-608-4559 (cell)
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