When is emergency power required for fire pumps?
When a “reliable” source of electrical power is not available, NFPA 20, Standard for the Installation of Centrifugal Fire Pumps (1996 Edition), requires that a secondary power source be provided. A “reliable” source is one that does not experience frequent disruptions from natural or man-made conditions. It is important to keep in mind that just because you are hooked to the utility service does not mean that you automatically have a “reliable” source. The reliability of the power supply is a factor that must be explored during the design phase, not during the construction phase. Harrington Group specifies, designs, approves and tests many fire pump installations each year and takes pride in our thoroughness and excellent service to our clients. ESFR sprinklers can go higher thanks to Central Sprinkler Company. Central Sprinkler Company recently introduced their new Ultra K-25 pendent ESFR sprinkler. This sprinkler is capable of protecting cartoned, unexpanded plastic commodities, as w
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