Does this Meet Code 12

January 12, 2010 · 8 comments

in Automatic Sprinklers, Meet Code?

Flexible Arm Over

Flex Head Attachments

Sprinkler systems have seen an increase in the use of specifically listed equipment.  Flexible arm-overs serve a great purpose in sprinkler system installation but are heavily depended on proper installation per the manufacture listing requirements.

If you look at the first picture above you may say “Well it truly depends!”  So lets make a couple of assumptions:

  1. The system was properly designed to account for the friction loss of the devices
  2. The flex head is listed for use on sprinkler systems

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January Update from the ICC

January 12, 2010 · 0 comments

in 2010, News

ICC

International Code Council Update

New Chapter Benefits for 2010

For 2010, the Chapter Training Benefit will consist of one day of training at 50% off the listed price for courses and workbooks. Chapters of the International Code Council are entitled to a variety of complimentary and reduced rate benefits. To be eligible for benefits, your chapter must meet the requirements of CP #10-04 and have a current annual report on file.

First Integrated Green Construction Code Poised For 2010 Debut

The ICC launched its [click to continue…]

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