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How manufacturers are modifying the ASTM E84 standard to skew test results and provide favorable FSI and SDI numbers.
January 4, 2021
Building codes do not have exceptions for modified testing for the building products, so specifiers should not allow them to be considered either. It is not just your reputation on the line — it is a matter of public safety
Using the forward-flow test is fairly straightforward unless a means to test is not provided, a situation not addressed in the NFPA codes.
January 4, 2021
Using the forward-flow test is fairly straightforward unless a means to test is not provided, a situation not addressed in the NFPA codes. It has caused much confusion for authorities performing this test.
The primary cause for fire sprinkler system failures is an improperly or inadvertently closed system control valve.
December 1, 2020
The primary cause for system failures is an improperly or inadvertently closed system control valve. This occurs despite code-required valve supervision and inspection requirements.
Rademacher, who is the trades education network (VTEN) program manager for Viega, will serve a two-year term and then may be nominated for board president.