Richard Gallagher of Zurich presented the keynote presentation at the Fire Protection Research Foundation’s SUPDET 2010 conference in Orlando on February 18, 2010. Mr. Gallagher summarized presentations of seven leading engineering firms who offered their ideas on how best to protect a high challenge warehouse from fire.
The document summarizes Ted Sherwood's presentation on fire protection design basics. It provides an overview of Ted's background and experience in fire protection engineering. It then outlines the goals and agenda items for the session, which include understanding the fire protection design process, applicable codes and standards, common fire protection systems, and how to determine required systems for a project. It also discusses evaluating water supplies, developing water demand calculations, required testing and records, and accessing free online codes.
This document discusses fire detection and alarm systems as well as fixed fire suppression systems. It covers various types of fire detectors including heat, smoke, and flame detectors. It also describes different types of sprinkler systems such as wet-pipe, dry-pipe, pre-action, and deluge systems. Key components of sprinkler systems like water supplies, piping, valves, alarms and sprinkler heads are explained. Placement and spacing of sprinklers depends on occupancy hazard classification. Other fixed suppression systems like carbon dioxide, dry chemical, and foam systems are also outlined.
A fire sprinkler system consists of a water supply system that provides adequate pressure and flow of water through a distribution piping system onto which fire sprinklers are connected. There are four main types of sprinkler systems - wet pipe, dry pipe, deluge, and pre-action. A fire sprinkler system is activated when heat from a fire opens one or more sprinkler heads, allowing water to flow until manually shut off. Proper maintenance, inspections, and testing are needed to ensure sprinkler systems function as designed.
Basic training water based fire protectionSabrul Jamil
This document provides an introduction and overview of various water-based fire protection systems, including standpipe systems, wet pipe sprinkler systems, dry pipe sprinkler systems, deluge sprinkler systems, and pre-action sprinkler systems. It defines key terminology, describes common system components, and explains the purpose and function of different sprinkler head types and special application nozzles. Standards for installation and maintenance are also referenced.
Top10 Energy Efficiency Measures to Lower Energy Costs at Commercial, Industr...Lonnie Russell
Here are what I, working through my company EnergyMan LLC, deem as the 10 best energy efficiency measures to lower utility costs for commercial, industrial and non-profit facilities. Actual pictures from energy audits are used to show actual examples of the measures.
OISD-STD-117 Fire Protection Facilities for Petroleum Depots, Terminals, Pipe...AnupamaPanoli
The document outlines standards for fire protection facilities at petroleum depots, terminals, and pipeline installations in India. It discusses requirements for fire water systems, foam systems, control room protection, firefighting equipment, alarm systems, and organization of fire safety resources. The standards aim to minimize loss of life and property from fire through rapid containment and extinguishment. Requirements include fixed water spray and foam systems for large storage tanks, monitors and hydrants in hazardous areas, and clean agent systems for control rooms.
As more and more jurisdictions and building owners are placing increased emphasis on sustainable and responsible building strategies, design teams are looking beyond traditional HVAC solutions to maximize energy efficiency while maintaining occupant comfort and safety.
In-slab radiant heating systems have enjoyed popularity both here in the United States and abroad for years. Now, with the availability of improved control systems and better understanding within the design and construction community, the same concept can be applied to radiant cooling as an energy-efficient and cost-effective solution. This program will cover the radiant cooling heat transfer fundamentals, system performance and capacity, typical construction methods, and control strategies. Attendees will gain an understanding of how in-slab radiant cooling systems can be used as part of an energy-efficient design solution to reduce overall energy consumption.
This document summarizes different types of automatic fire sprinkler systems. It describes wet pipe, dry pipe, pre-action, and deluge systems, explaining their components, design concepts, and applications. The document emphasizes that sprinkler systems are effective for both property protection and life safety when fires occur. Regular inspection, testing and maintenance are required to ensure systems function properly.
The document summarizes Ted Sherwood's presentation on fire protection design basics. It provides an overview of Ted's background and experience in fire protection engineering. It then outlines the goals and agenda items for the session, which include understanding the fire protection design process, applicable codes and standards, common fire protection systems, and how to determine required systems for a project. It also discusses evaluating water supplies, developing water demand calculations, required testing and records, and accessing free online codes.
This document discusses fire detection and alarm systems as well as fixed fire suppression systems. It covers various types of fire detectors including heat, smoke, and flame detectors. It also describes different types of sprinkler systems such as wet-pipe, dry-pipe, pre-action, and deluge systems. Key components of sprinkler systems like water supplies, piping, valves, alarms and sprinkler heads are explained. Placement and spacing of sprinklers depends on occupancy hazard classification. Other fixed suppression systems like carbon dioxide, dry chemical, and foam systems are also outlined.
A fire sprinkler system consists of a water supply system that provides adequate pressure and flow of water through a distribution piping system onto which fire sprinklers are connected. There are four main types of sprinkler systems - wet pipe, dry pipe, deluge, and pre-action. A fire sprinkler system is activated when heat from a fire opens one or more sprinkler heads, allowing water to flow until manually shut off. Proper maintenance, inspections, and testing are needed to ensure sprinkler systems function as designed.
Basic training water based fire protectionSabrul Jamil
This document provides an introduction and overview of various water-based fire protection systems, including standpipe systems, wet pipe sprinkler systems, dry pipe sprinkler systems, deluge sprinkler systems, and pre-action sprinkler systems. It defines key terminology, describes common system components, and explains the purpose and function of different sprinkler head types and special application nozzles. Standards for installation and maintenance are also referenced.
Top10 Energy Efficiency Measures to Lower Energy Costs at Commercial, Industr...Lonnie Russell
Here are what I, working through my company EnergyMan LLC, deem as the 10 best energy efficiency measures to lower utility costs for commercial, industrial and non-profit facilities. Actual pictures from energy audits are used to show actual examples of the measures.
OISD-STD-117 Fire Protection Facilities for Petroleum Depots, Terminals, Pipe...AnupamaPanoli
The document outlines standards for fire protection facilities at petroleum depots, terminals, and pipeline installations in India. It discusses requirements for fire water systems, foam systems, control room protection, firefighting equipment, alarm systems, and organization of fire safety resources. The standards aim to minimize loss of life and property from fire through rapid containment and extinguishment. Requirements include fixed water spray and foam systems for large storage tanks, monitors and hydrants in hazardous areas, and clean agent systems for control rooms.
As more and more jurisdictions and building owners are placing increased emphasis on sustainable and responsible building strategies, design teams are looking beyond traditional HVAC solutions to maximize energy efficiency while maintaining occupant comfort and safety.
In-slab radiant heating systems have enjoyed popularity both here in the United States and abroad for years. Now, with the availability of improved control systems and better understanding within the design and construction community, the same concept can be applied to radiant cooling as an energy-efficient and cost-effective solution. This program will cover the radiant cooling heat transfer fundamentals, system performance and capacity, typical construction methods, and control strategies. Attendees will gain an understanding of how in-slab radiant cooling systems can be used as part of an energy-efficient design solution to reduce overall energy consumption.
This document summarizes different types of automatic fire sprinkler systems. It describes wet pipe, dry pipe, pre-action, and deluge systems, explaining their components, design concepts, and applications. The document emphasizes that sprinkler systems are effective for both property protection and life safety when fires occur. Regular inspection, testing and maintenance are required to ensure systems function properly.
2013-10-30 Australian Gas Turbines Conference - Minimax - Fighting The HazardMinimaxFire
Every year fires cause property damages amounting to thousands of millions.
No insurance company compensates for the loss of clients and market shares.
Minimax, the leading company in industrial fire detection and fire fighting technologies helps clients to
- Safe human lives
- Protect the environment
- Preserve material assets
The document discusses various topics related to firefighting water systems including:
1. Types of sprinkler systems such as wet, dry, pre-action, deluge, and anti-freeze systems. It also discusses standpipe systems.
2. Components of sprinkler systems such as tanks, pumps, control valves, and sprinkler heads.
3. Characteristics of sprinkler systems such as temperature ratings, K-factors, installation orientations, and sprinkler response types.
National fire codes and standards from NFPA that relate to sprinkler system design and installation are also referenced.
The document describes various components of fire protection systems and equipment. It discusses water supply systems, including public and private water companies. It also describes fire detection systems, different types of extinguishing systems and agents like water, foam, dry chemical powders. Standpipe and sprinkler systems are explained along with the components and operation of wet and dry pipe systems.
Essential training on non water based fire protection Sabrul Jamil
Although water is the best fire protection material, it can not be used across all the systems. So this training is based on these NON-WATER BASED FIRE PROTECTION which includes CLEAN AGENT & FOAM SYSTEM, Kitchen Fire Solution, Techniques for Oxygen reduction and various type of fire prevention like passive fire protection.
2015 x472 class 03 - distribution systemsmichaeljmack
This document provides an overview of HVAC distribution systems for a class on HVAC system design. It discusses various types of distribution systems including single zone, constant volume, VVT, VAV reheat, dual duct, DOAS, displacement, UFAD and natural ventilation. For each type, it highlights reasons for choosing the system and potential limitations. It also outlines the course topics to be covered by three instructors over 10 classes, and provides examples of different distribution system layouts.
I recently gave this presentation at the World Energy Engineering Congress In Washington DC (Oct13) and it was well received. It shows a "big picture" approach and gives plenty of real world examples.
This document provides an overview of fire department resources and facilities. It describes common fire department facilities like headquarters, repair facilities, training centers, warehouses, and communications centers. It also discusses fire apparatus vehicles like pumpers, aerial ladder trucks, rescue vehicles, and aircraft. Finally, it outlines the tools and equipment carried on fire trucks, including hoses, nozzles, ladders, fittings, self-contained breathing apparatus, and hand tools.
This document discusses electrical risk management and selection of electrical equipment for hazardous industries and flammable atmospheres. It begins by defining hazardous areas according to Indian petroleum rules and standards as areas where flammable gases, vapors or liquids may be present. It then discusses area classification which involves analyzing environments where explosive atmospheres may occur and classifying them into zones based on the likelihood of an explosive gas atmosphere. This allows for the proper selection of electrical equipment to be installed.
The document provides guidance on selecting and designing a sprinkler system for a warehouse building. It discusses:
1) Classifying the warehouse as an ordinary hazard occupancy since non-flammable materials are stored.
2) Computing the number of sprinkler heads needed based on the warehouse dimensions and code requiring each head to protect no more than 100 sq ft.
3) Sketching the sprinkler layout with branch pipes spaced 10 ft apart and 5 ft from walls, and sizing the main and branch pipes based on the number of sprinklers served.
Our focus for this lunch and learn is an introduction to common mistakes identified in fire sizing equations for PSVs in the upstream and midstream industries. We’ll briefly touch on the assumptions in the API 521 equations for a pool fire, when not to use these equations, and the most common mistakes for vessels inside of buildings, or in areas without good drainage. We will then focus on methods where API 521 recommends for “time-dependent analysis” of fire sizing a PSV, including but not limited to:
Changes in liquid level & wetted area
Examples of how latent heat values change during a fire
Which latent heats to use from a simulator (non-obvious)
How the PSV size required significant changes during the course of a fire on a vessel
One or two software tools that are common to use in industry for fire sizing a PSV
This document summarizes fire protection systems, including different types of sprinkler systems, fire classes and extinguishing agents, and fire alarm and detection standards. It describes NFPA 13, 13D, and 13R sprinkler system standards and their applications based on occupancy classifications. The key aspects covered are the four classes of fire and appropriate extinguishing agents, as well as wet, dry, preaction, and deluge sprinkler systems.
The document discusses automatic sprinkler systems, including their purpose of discharging an extinguishing agent during the incipient stage of a fire. It notes that sprinkler systems have a 96% reliability rate when installed and maintained properly, and that in 75% of fires in sprinklered buildings, 10 or fewer sprinkler heads controlled the fire. The key components of sprinkler systems are described as the water supply, distribution piping, sprinkler heads, and valves.
The document discusses the options and risks of cleaning air-cooled condensers during construction versus at startup. Cleaning during construction using a method called AquaLazing has significant benefits over cleaning at startup, including no debris being sent into the system, being able to start steam blowing immediately, and addressing any startup problems earlier. Cleaning during construction takes approximately half the time of cleaning at startup, eliminating risks of contaminating the condenser and staying on schedule. A customer of B&W Energy Services noted their effective AquaLazing cleaning allowed them to reach steam purity quickly without shutdowns.
The document describes Dantherm's line of Vent packaged fresh air units with heat recovery for applications such as schools, institutions, and gyms. The Vent units come in C and R models, with the C using a cross-flow heat exchanger suitable for industrial use and humid rooms, while the R has a rotating heat wheel providing up to 80% efficiency. Key features include high efficiency fans and motors, filters, insulated cabinets, integrated controls, and accessories such as reheating coils.
This document provides information on firefighting systems for a power plant. It discusses the purpose of firefighting systems, types of fires and classifications. It also describes the fire equipment for the plant, including jockey pumps, electrical and diesel fire water pumps, hydrants, deluge water systems, preaction systems, and foam systems. Procedures for operating valves and filling containers in the event of a fire are outlined.
The document discusses electrical risk management in hazardous industries and selection of electrical equipment for flammable atmospheres. It provides definitions of hazardous areas according to various standards and explains area classification methods. The key points are:
- Areas are classified into Zones 0, 1, 2 based on the likelihood and duration of explosive gas or vapor presence.
- Zone 0 has the highest risk where explosive atmospheres are present continuously. Zone 1 risks are likely under normal conditions. Zone 2 risks are unlikely but possible in abnormal conditions.
- Proper area classification using guidelines allows safe selection of electrical equipment certified for use in the designated Zones to minimize risks of explosion.
This document provides an overview of Rheem's residential gas water heaters. It describes their full product line including tank and tankless models in various sizes. Key features highlighted are energy efficiency, durability, safety components like the FVIR system, and warranties of up to 8 years.
Standpipe and hose systems are required in buildings based on height, area, occupancy, and hazards. NFPA 14 establishes standards for standpipe classifications, types, components, and testing. Regular inspection and testing is essential to ensure standpipe systems will operate properly in an emergency.
The document discusses water supply systems for fire protection. It describes the components of source/supply networks like water sources, intake, pumping and distribution networks including storage, mains and laterals. It also discusses the difference between public municipal systems and private systems, and types of supply systems like gravity, pumped and combined. It covers factors like pressure, flow and duration that impact water-based fire protection.
Design and Safety Requirementsfor Liquefied Petroleum Gas Mounded Storage Facility.
This standard lays down minimum requirements on safety, design, layout, installation, operation, maintenance and testing of aboveground fully mounded bulk vessels used for storage of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) installed in the refineries, gas processing plants, terminals, bottling plants and auto LPG dispensing stations.
This document discusses automatic sprinkler systems, including their history and components. It describes different types of sprinkler systems like wet pipe, dry pipe, and pre-action systems. The key factors in determining the appropriate sprinkler system are identified as occupancy, commodity classification, storage heights and arrangements. The document provides diagrams of sprinkler system components and outlines the inspection, testing and maintenance requirements.
Dafo FORREX - Conveyor Belt Proactive Fire Protection SystemPedro Perim
This document discusses conveyor belt fire safety and introduces a proactive fire protection system. It notes that conveyor belts have high fire risks at areas like tail pulleys and transfer areas. While belts don't spontaneously combust, friction from slippage can generate enough heat to ignite belts over 400°C. The proactive system uses temperature monitoring, preventative detection at risk areas, and efficient cooling suppression. It features a liquid agent that cools, inhibits chemicals, and forms a protective film to prevent re-ignition without flooding or downtime. The system has been installed successfully in several South African mining operations and offers advantages over traditional reactive detection and suppression.
2013-10-30 Australian Gas Turbines Conference - Minimax - Fighting The HazardMinimaxFire
Every year fires cause property damages amounting to thousands of millions.
No insurance company compensates for the loss of clients and market shares.
Minimax, the leading company in industrial fire detection and fire fighting technologies helps clients to
- Safe human lives
- Protect the environment
- Preserve material assets
The document discusses various topics related to firefighting water systems including:
1. Types of sprinkler systems such as wet, dry, pre-action, deluge, and anti-freeze systems. It also discusses standpipe systems.
2. Components of sprinkler systems such as tanks, pumps, control valves, and sprinkler heads.
3. Characteristics of sprinkler systems such as temperature ratings, K-factors, installation orientations, and sprinkler response types.
National fire codes and standards from NFPA that relate to sprinkler system design and installation are also referenced.
The document describes various components of fire protection systems and equipment. It discusses water supply systems, including public and private water companies. It also describes fire detection systems, different types of extinguishing systems and agents like water, foam, dry chemical powders. Standpipe and sprinkler systems are explained along with the components and operation of wet and dry pipe systems.
Essential training on non water based fire protection Sabrul Jamil
Although water is the best fire protection material, it can not be used across all the systems. So this training is based on these NON-WATER BASED FIRE PROTECTION which includes CLEAN AGENT & FOAM SYSTEM, Kitchen Fire Solution, Techniques for Oxygen reduction and various type of fire prevention like passive fire protection.
2015 x472 class 03 - distribution systemsmichaeljmack
This document provides an overview of HVAC distribution systems for a class on HVAC system design. It discusses various types of distribution systems including single zone, constant volume, VVT, VAV reheat, dual duct, DOAS, displacement, UFAD and natural ventilation. For each type, it highlights reasons for choosing the system and potential limitations. It also outlines the course topics to be covered by three instructors over 10 classes, and provides examples of different distribution system layouts.
I recently gave this presentation at the World Energy Engineering Congress In Washington DC (Oct13) and it was well received. It shows a "big picture" approach and gives plenty of real world examples.
This document provides an overview of fire department resources and facilities. It describes common fire department facilities like headquarters, repair facilities, training centers, warehouses, and communications centers. It also discusses fire apparatus vehicles like pumpers, aerial ladder trucks, rescue vehicles, and aircraft. Finally, it outlines the tools and equipment carried on fire trucks, including hoses, nozzles, ladders, fittings, self-contained breathing apparatus, and hand tools.
This document discusses electrical risk management and selection of electrical equipment for hazardous industries and flammable atmospheres. It begins by defining hazardous areas according to Indian petroleum rules and standards as areas where flammable gases, vapors or liquids may be present. It then discusses area classification which involves analyzing environments where explosive atmospheres may occur and classifying them into zones based on the likelihood of an explosive gas atmosphere. This allows for the proper selection of electrical equipment to be installed.
The document provides guidance on selecting and designing a sprinkler system for a warehouse building. It discusses:
1) Classifying the warehouse as an ordinary hazard occupancy since non-flammable materials are stored.
2) Computing the number of sprinkler heads needed based on the warehouse dimensions and code requiring each head to protect no more than 100 sq ft.
3) Sketching the sprinkler layout with branch pipes spaced 10 ft apart and 5 ft from walls, and sizing the main and branch pipes based on the number of sprinklers served.
Our focus for this lunch and learn is an introduction to common mistakes identified in fire sizing equations for PSVs in the upstream and midstream industries. We’ll briefly touch on the assumptions in the API 521 equations for a pool fire, when not to use these equations, and the most common mistakes for vessels inside of buildings, or in areas without good drainage. We will then focus on methods where API 521 recommends for “time-dependent analysis” of fire sizing a PSV, including but not limited to:
Changes in liquid level & wetted area
Examples of how latent heat values change during a fire
Which latent heats to use from a simulator (non-obvious)
How the PSV size required significant changes during the course of a fire on a vessel
One or two software tools that are common to use in industry for fire sizing a PSV
This document summarizes fire protection systems, including different types of sprinkler systems, fire classes and extinguishing agents, and fire alarm and detection standards. It describes NFPA 13, 13D, and 13R sprinkler system standards and their applications based on occupancy classifications. The key aspects covered are the four classes of fire and appropriate extinguishing agents, as well as wet, dry, preaction, and deluge sprinkler systems.
The document discusses automatic sprinkler systems, including their purpose of discharging an extinguishing agent during the incipient stage of a fire. It notes that sprinkler systems have a 96% reliability rate when installed and maintained properly, and that in 75% of fires in sprinklered buildings, 10 or fewer sprinkler heads controlled the fire. The key components of sprinkler systems are described as the water supply, distribution piping, sprinkler heads, and valves.
The document discusses the options and risks of cleaning air-cooled condensers during construction versus at startup. Cleaning during construction using a method called AquaLazing has significant benefits over cleaning at startup, including no debris being sent into the system, being able to start steam blowing immediately, and addressing any startup problems earlier. Cleaning during construction takes approximately half the time of cleaning at startup, eliminating risks of contaminating the condenser and staying on schedule. A customer of B&W Energy Services noted their effective AquaLazing cleaning allowed them to reach steam purity quickly without shutdowns.
The document describes Dantherm's line of Vent packaged fresh air units with heat recovery for applications such as schools, institutions, and gyms. The Vent units come in C and R models, with the C using a cross-flow heat exchanger suitable for industrial use and humid rooms, while the R has a rotating heat wheel providing up to 80% efficiency. Key features include high efficiency fans and motors, filters, insulated cabinets, integrated controls, and accessories such as reheating coils.
This document provides information on firefighting systems for a power plant. It discusses the purpose of firefighting systems, types of fires and classifications. It also describes the fire equipment for the plant, including jockey pumps, electrical and diesel fire water pumps, hydrants, deluge water systems, preaction systems, and foam systems. Procedures for operating valves and filling containers in the event of a fire are outlined.
The document discusses electrical risk management in hazardous industries and selection of electrical equipment for flammable atmospheres. It provides definitions of hazardous areas according to various standards and explains area classification methods. The key points are:
- Areas are classified into Zones 0, 1, 2 based on the likelihood and duration of explosive gas or vapor presence.
- Zone 0 has the highest risk where explosive atmospheres are present continuously. Zone 1 risks are likely under normal conditions. Zone 2 risks are unlikely but possible in abnormal conditions.
- Proper area classification using guidelines allows safe selection of electrical equipment certified for use in the designated Zones to minimize risks of explosion.
This document provides an overview of Rheem's residential gas water heaters. It describes their full product line including tank and tankless models in various sizes. Key features highlighted are energy efficiency, durability, safety components like the FVIR system, and warranties of up to 8 years.
Standpipe and hose systems are required in buildings based on height, area, occupancy, and hazards. NFPA 14 establishes standards for standpipe classifications, types, components, and testing. Regular inspection and testing is essential to ensure standpipe systems will operate properly in an emergency.
The document discusses water supply systems for fire protection. It describes the components of source/supply networks like water sources, intake, pumping and distribution networks including storage, mains and laterals. It also discusses the difference between public municipal systems and private systems, and types of supply systems like gravity, pumped and combined. It covers factors like pressure, flow and duration that impact water-based fire protection.
Design and Safety Requirementsfor Liquefied Petroleum Gas Mounded Storage Facility.
This standard lays down minimum requirements on safety, design, layout, installation, operation, maintenance and testing of aboveground fully mounded bulk vessels used for storage of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) installed in the refineries, gas processing plants, terminals, bottling plants and auto LPG dispensing stations.
This document discusses automatic sprinkler systems, including their history and components. It describes different types of sprinkler systems like wet pipe, dry pipe, and pre-action systems. The key factors in determining the appropriate sprinkler system are identified as occupancy, commodity classification, storage heights and arrangements. The document provides diagrams of sprinkler system components and outlines the inspection, testing and maintenance requirements.
Dafo FORREX - Conveyor Belt Proactive Fire Protection SystemPedro Perim
This document discusses conveyor belt fire safety and introduces a proactive fire protection system. It notes that conveyor belts have high fire risks at areas like tail pulleys and transfer areas. While belts don't spontaneously combust, friction from slippage can generate enough heat to ignite belts over 400°C. The proactive system uses temperature monitoring, preventative detection at risk areas, and efficient cooling suppression. It features a liquid agent that cools, inhibits chemicals, and forms a protective film to prevent re-ignition without flooding or downtime. The system has been installed successfully in several South African mining operations and offers advantages over traditional reactive detection and suppression.
The document summarizes a presentation on car park ventilation design using jet fans and CFD analysis. It discusses ventilation fundamentals like why ventilation is needed and basic principles of ducted and impulse ventilation systems. It provides an overview of regulations in different countries like Qatar and comparisons of ducted and impulse ventilation systems. The document also covers smoke control fundamentals and examples for road tunnels and car parks. It discusses factors like heat release rates from car fires and smoke control design criteria.
Inspection of Fire Fighting Equipments | NFPA Regulations | Gaurav Singh RajputGaurav Singh Rajput
This document provides an overview of regulations regarding inspection of firefighting equipment as outlined by NFPA standards. It discusses principles of fire and explosion, classifications of dangerous substances, fire growth rates, factors affecting growth rates, types of fire accidents including explosions, and considerations for dry chemical fire suppression systems including applications, agent types, system requirements, and operation/control. The key topics covered include fire triangle principles, explosion definitions, gas detection systems, hazard identification, and risk assessment processes.
The document discusses RECEO, which outlines the priority sequence of firefighting operations as rescue, exposures, confinement, extinguishment, and overhaul. It also discusses apparatus positioning, hose selection and placement, water flow requirements, and methods of fire attack including direct, indirect, modified direct, and transitional. Key considerations for engine company operations include pre-planning duties and communications, protecting occupants and firefighters, and choosing the appropriate attack based on life safety and fire conditions.
This document discusses fire protection systems in buildings, including single components and detection/alarm/suppression systems. It covers fire hydrants, fire extinguishers, equipped fire hoses, dry standpipes, and detection and alarm systems. Detection and alarm systems detect fires through manual or automatic means, inform occupants and firefighters, and can activate ventilation or suppression systems. They are required in most building types over a certain size.
1) The document discusses various hazards associated with flare and overhead systems, including fire, explosion, toxicity, overloading, leakage, and environmental risks.
2) It emphasizes that safety depends on planning, risk assessment, applying proper controls like procedures and PPE, and learning from past accidents.
3) Several case studies are presented where accidents occurred due to issues like liquid carryover, improper purging or isolation, lack of procedures, and non-use of proper respiratory equipment. Vigilance and senior oversight of critical tasks are important to manage risks.
This document provides an overview of Safety Project Solutions and their water mist fire suppression systems. It discusses that water mist systems are more advanced than traditional sprinkler systems as they attack two elements of the fire triangle by reducing oxygen and absorbing heat. Water mist systems use 90% less water than sprinklers while still effectively cooling, suppressing fires, and controlling smoke. The document then highlights case studies of high risk fire incidents and how water mist systems could help prevent damage in such scenarios by containing fires with less water compared to sprinklers.
The document discusses pre-mobilization planning and safety requirements for a characterization project at ANL Bldg 310, including developing a contract-specific safety plan, job safety analyses, and ensuring required training. It also summarizes the scope of work, which includes alpha and beta surveys, sampling of various materials and structures within the building, and mitigations for associated hazards.
2015 x472 class 02 - generation systemsmichaeljmack
This document provides an overview of an HVAC system design course. It outlines the course schedule, instructors, and topics to be covered over 10 classes. These include generation systems, distribution systems, central plants, specialty building types, codes, and life-cycle cost analysis. The document also provides a high-level overview of common HVAC system types for different building sizes, from single story to high-rise and campus-scale systems. It discusses key considerations for multi-story building system design.
This document discusses KLM Technology Group, which provides training and consulting services related to process plant equipment and operations. It focuses on training courses for process flares, including an introduction to process flares, advanced flare design/operation/troubleshooting courses, and a syllabus for an advanced flare systems course. The document provides information on flare types (elevated and ground), system components, design factors and considerations, and safety, environmental, and social requirements related to flare system design.
This document introduces Royex Generation II propellant systems from Etken Teknologi for rock breaking applications. It summarizes the key issues with existing propellant technologies and outlines Etken's solutions. The Royex Generation II uses a new propellant formula that is stronger and oxygen balanced to eliminate noxious gases. It also introduces the Maxclip initiation system which provides a complete 1.4S pyrotechnical timing solution worldwide. Trials in quarries demonstrated the improved performance and reduced vibrations. The new systems and production methods lower costs and make propellant rock breaking safer and more practical.
This document discusses energy efficiency retrofits for laboratories through case studies of automatic sash closer installations. It introduces EECO2 and TEL, energy consulting and airflow monitoring companies, and describes their typical project process of investigating a site, identifying potential projects, implementing solutions like variable air volume controls and sash closers, and verifying energy savings. A case study details a project at the Wilton Centre that installed VAV dampers, fume cupboard controls, and room air balancing, achieving a 60% reduction in electricity use and 9.5% reduction in steam. Sash closers use PIR sensors to detect users and safely close fume hood sashes when unoccupied, preventing unnecessary ventilation.
This document provides information on fire network design, including definitions of fire terms, classes of fire, extinguishing methods and agents, passive and active fire protection systems, and considerations for firefighting system design. It discusses water capacity and rates, sources of water, fire pumps, and piping design for firewater distribution systems. The key aspects covered are fire protection philosophy, sizing systems based on the largest single fire scenario, and maintaining adequate water pressure and flow rates throughout the network.
2015 x472 class 02 - generation systemsmichaeljmack
This document outlines a course on HVAC system design. It discusses various HVAC systems for different building types, including single story, multi-story, high-rise, and specialty buildings. The schedule lists topics like generation systems, distribution systems, and system selection that will be covered over the course by three instructors.
The document discusses fire sprinkler systems for warehouses. It describes the different types of sprinklers used - CMDA, CMSA, and ESFR sprinklers. CMDA sprinklers are designed to control fires, while ESFR sprinklers provide early suppression of fires. The document also discusses factors that influence sprinkler system design for warehouses, such as commodity class, storage layout, ceiling height, and need for in-rack sprinklers. Designing sprinkler systems for warehouses is complex, with NFPA 13 providing guidance based on testing by FM Global.
False air or excess air in sealed systems like boiler flue gas paths or ACC vacuum systems can cause issues like heat loss, fan inefficiency, and increased downtime. It is important to identify sources of false air, measure levels periodically, and implement remedial actions like sealing leaks. Key steps include dedicating teams to identify leak areas, take measurements, and make repairs during outages in a timely manner, as well as implementing design and fabrication best practices, online monitoring instruments, and preventative maintenance programs.
This document provides information on water mist fire suppression systems. It begins with a history of water mist technology dating back to the 1880s. It then defines water mist as a fine water spray with droplets less than 1000 microns. The benefits of water mist over gas or sprinkler systems are discussed, including immediate activation and minimized water damage. Relevant codes and standards are also mentioned. The document discusses water mist mechanisms, components, applications, limitations, and provides a case study example of designing a water mist system for a machinery space.
This document discusses considerations and tactics for truck companies at structure fires. It covers primary tasks like search and rescue, laddering, and ventilation. It emphasizes safety, proper equipment, coordination, and conducting a thorough size-up upon arrival. Tactics covered include apparatus positioning, portable ladder selection and placement, ventilation methods and hazards, conducting primary and secondary searches, providing for rescued occupants, and performing overhaul operations.
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NFPA has created a Powerpoint presentation that you can use to help educate your community's decision-makers and the public about the dangers of lightweight construction materials under fire conditions. It features the stories of two incidents in which firefighters were killed or seriously injured in homes built according to the lightweight construction model. The presentation also includes data that shows that home fire sprinklers lessen the dangers posed by lightweight construction.
The document summarizes statistics on fires, deaths, and injuries caused by lighted tobacco products in the United States from 1980 to 2010. Some key points:
- Fires caused by lighted tobacco products decreased 73% from 1980 to 2010. Deaths decreased 69% and injuries decreased 70% over this period.
- These fires remain the leading cause of fatal residential fires in the U.S.
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1. rechter Rand right margin marge droite margine destra High challenge warehouse case study – Summary February 19, 2010 Richard Gallagher Michael Gollner Zurich Services Corporation
2. Objectives Review the results of the high challenge warehouse workshop Recognize participants Explain the project background Review case Given information Question Summarize the eight presentations Recap the overall findings
3. Case study participants Schirmer Engineering Dan O’Connor, Garner Palenske Rolf Jensen and Associates Richard Bukowski FPI Consortium Warde Comeaux Telgian Tracy Bellamy Summit Fire Protection Sean Merkel, Ryan Bierwerth Hughes Associates Jerry Back, Joe Scheffey, Dan Gottuk UCSD Michael Gollner WPI Ali Rangawala Creative FPE Solutions Jonathan Perricone XL GAPS John Frank
4. Background NFPA 13 basis: Automatic sprinklers control or suppression a fire Final fire extinguishment by the fire service Today’s warehouses High challenges to both sprinklers and fire service Recent fire experience Not always reasonable to expect manual intervention Foundation Addressing research to support potential changes to NFPA standards.
5. Workshop approach Basis for workshop Theoretical Case Study Presentations Six leading FPE companies share innovative design concepts One presentation on novel approach to manual fire suppression One presentation addressing need to step back further and understand commodities and storage Format 20 minute presentations Panel Q&A
7. 2/4/2010 7 High Challenge Warehouse Case Study General conditions Who - XYZ Company What - New warehouse Where - Rural region of US
8. 2/4/2010 8 High Challenge Warehouse Case Study Facility parameters Two attached buildings Low Bay 100’ x 150’ x 35’ tall High Bay 55’ x 150’ x 65’ tall
9. 2/4/2010 9 High Challenge Warehouse Case Study Facility construction Roof –Noncombustible steel deck on steel bar joist High bay rack supported roof Exterior walls – Insulated metal panel Interior walls Between Low Bay and High Bay 150’ long Reinforced concrete block Up to Low Bay roof Floors – Reinforced concrete
10. 2/4/2010 10 High Challenge Warehouse Case Study Public protection Public fire service Volunteer department XYZ Company is first storage facility in district Public water Extending main 3 miles to site Limited flow 60 psi static / 20 psi residual / 800 gpm flowing
11. 2/4/2010 11 High Challenge Warehouse Case Study Private protection Water supply Two fire pumps – one electric, one diesel Ground water suction tank Detached fire pump house 300 feet from building
12. 2/4/2010 12 High Challenge Warehouse Case Study Storage commodity Group A plastics Unexpanded In cartons Nonencapsulated Conventional wood pallets Pallet loads 4’ x 4’ x 4’
13. 2/4/2010 13 High Challenge Warehouse Case Study Storage configuration Workshop focus The High Bay warehouse High bay Multiple row rack (4 pallets deep) flanked by double row racks Racks are separated aisles 5 ft wide Array 23 pallets long & 13 pallets high Nominal 6” flues around each pallet load Tiers 5’ tall Elevation View
14. 2/4/2010 14 High Challenge Warehouse Case Study Stock handling Low Bay Industrial trucks High Bay Automatic storage and retrieval system (ASRS) Two ASRS systems Operate in 5 ft wide aisles Photo source: FEMA
15. 2/4/2010 15 High Challenge Warehouse Case Study The challenge Local fire chief has made it clear that in the event of a fire - Will enter building to save people Will not enter building to save property Question: As the fire protection engineer of record, what fire protection design will be proposed to achieve final fire extinguishment without fire service intervention? Photo source: FEMA
17. Summary format Ignition - Sources of ignition Agent - Extinguishing media Detection/ Release - Method of detection and release ASRS - Uses for ASRS Failure - Noted failure concerns for method Comments - Additional comments Where no data provided – marked “NA” and grayed-out
18. Schirmer Engineering Ignition - Arson, electrical, etc. Agent - Water - ESFR high zone at intersection of flues & over aisles ESFR low zone at intersection of flues One level in-racks in each zone 1600 gpm either zone Horizontal barrier between high and low zones CO2 - Low zone for redundancy (higher exposure area) Local application, can pipe long distances, can handle flammable liquids and electrical fires, no pumps, Use a 30-60 second discharge Divide low zone into sections (CO2 volume calculations) Detection/ Release - Sprinkler fusible element, In-rack linear/spot heat detection ASRS - NA Failure - NA Comments - Test ESFR configuration, locate in flues, avoid water ricochet Test low zone detection concept Develop CO2 nozzle Technology proven and can implement today
19. Rolf Jensen and Associates Ignition - NA Agent - Water mist Zoned vertically (vertical risers) Spray either side of pallet and one side of adjacent pallet High velocity exhaust fans on outside walls - Produce airflow perpendicular to aisles to distribute water mist - Maintain visibility Detection/ Release - In-rack linear heat detection to locate fire ASRS - Use self-contained foam skid IR camera guided nozzle Not for primary suppression due to response time Failure - NA Comments - Low bay is typical for ESFR Critical to maintain longitudinal and transverse flues High bay ceiling sprinklers to protect building
20. FPI Consortium Ignition - ASRS (lights not usually in use) electrical rails top and bottom, fires involve ASRS unit and spreads to storage Agent - High expansion foam – submerge in 4 min 13 foam generators 30 minute duration 100,000 gallons water for 30 minutes Detection/ - Heat detection - ceiling & in-rack spot heat detection Release Ceiling 15’ x 15’, in-rack 10’ vertical & 8’ horizontal ASRS - Not used, returned to home base and shutdown Failure - Doors and openings must close False release of foam (cross-zone possible) Comments - Sprinklers not considered due to environment impact
21. Telgian Ignition - ASRS or lighting at elevated location Agent - Water Design an in-rack sprinklers, quick response Need horizontal barriers above in-racks, perhaps each tier Use waterflow to locate fire vertically Detection/ Release - Fusible sprinkler elements ASRS - Locate fire using thermal imaging Relocate stock to safe area Handle wet and damaged loads (enclosed unit) Failure - NA Comments - Need in-rack sprinkler design guidance - In-rack response time - In-rack water distribution
22. Summit Fire Protection Ignition - NA Agent - Water Develop suppression mode in-racks Increased clearance for larger orifice in-rack sprinklers Fire barriers to provide fire confinement 300,000 gallons – 2 hour duration Detection/ Release - Fusible sprinklers elements ASRS - Under fire conditions, ASRS not available Failure - NA Comments - Introduce ESRF into racks Evaluate all changes over time (personnel turnover, commodities, maintenance, etc.
23. Hughes Associates Ignition - NA Agent - High expansion foam Zoned system, 4 quadrants, barriers wire mesh/noncombustible fabric Curtains strips to allow ASRS passage Safety factors of 2+ compared to NFPA requirements 20,000 gallons water – 30 minute duration Detection/ - In-rack linear heat detection Release Flame detection for open spaces ASRS - Apply skid mounted fire suppression system Remove pallets of stock around fire Evaluate extinguishment – video monitoring Remove pallets of damaged stock Failure - Fire at zone interface, Openings between zones, Collateral damage to stock remote from fire Comments - Goals include low complexity, reasonable cost, rapid control, extinguishment, minimum fire damage, and minimum collateral damage
24. WPI, UCSD, Creative FPE Solutions Ignition - NA Agent - NA Detection Release - NA ASRS - NA Failure - NA Comments - Must start at a more fundamental level Develop method to quantify warehouse fire control, suppression, or extinguishment Limits to “modeling” and “small scale testing” Need new intermediate-scale test - Determine water application rate for suppression - Will discuss further in a few slides
25. XL GAPS Ignition - NA Agent - Water Mobilize remote special fire fighting team Need 12 hours (remote response, size-up, extinguish, overhaul) Sprinklers controlling fire during this time Need 900,000 gallons water Detection/ Release - Fusible sprinkler elements ASRS - Fire fighter access to upper tiers Failure - NA Comments - Interim solution until an engineered solution available Specialized fire team responding from central location Similar to private emergency services such as urban search and rescue, oil wells, oil tanks Skills to verify building stability, locate fire, work vertically, apply agent
26. Summary of work Ignition scenarios Proposed solutions Design challenges Gaps Manual intervention
27. Identified ignition scenarios ASRS equipment Power rails top and bottom Power on stacker crane Can introduce ignition source at any level Lighting Ignition exposure at roof Arson Anticipate low level exposure 2/4/2010 27 High Challenge Warehouse Case Study
28. Solutions Manual fire suppression – an immediate solution XL Gaps Test & validate current sprinkler suppression practices WPI, UCSD, Edinburgh, and Creative FPE Solutions. Sprinklers – modify current designs – ESFR inracks Summit Fire Protection Telgian Sprinklers (2 levels ESFR) & CO2 Schirmer High expansion foam FPI Consortium Hughes Associates Water mist RJA 2/4/2010 28 High Challenge Warehouse Case Study
29. Design challenges Water sources Reliability / redundancy Volume / duration Cost of system due to rural location Environmental concerns Release of contaminated water Recycling of used water Hazard of commodity Defining the hazard of a commodity Commodities changing or introducing unknown commodities In-rack sprinkler placement and type (ESFR) highly specific to fuel type, configuration Avoiding complex designs Can collateral damage be limited to limit business impact 2/4/2010 29 High Challenge Warehouse Case Study
30. GapsTest methodologies There are no methods, currently, to quantify warehouse fire control, suppression or extinguishment. A test methodology is needed to ensure adequacy of current and new design concepts How much suppressant? Length of discharge? Limitations in full scale, small scale testing and modeling demand a new approach – small scale commodity classification verified by intermediate scale testing and large scale modeling/testing for validation
31. GapsDesign approach – WPI et al 2/4/2010 31 High Challenge Warehouse Case Study 2. SprinklerFlow Characterization Determine limits of current sprinkler protection systems Analyze the warehouse fire problem in pieces 1. Characterize sprinkler spray 2. Droplet losses from geometry, plume, radiation, etc. 3. Suppression/Extinction interaction between film/drops and fire Benefits: Design fixed system to provide suppression or extinction for any tested materials Utilize current sprinkler infrastructure and modify deficient systems if necessary Sprinkler Spray PLUME 1. Classification of Commodity FIRE
32. Gaps Design approach – WPI et al Engineering Approach to Warehouse Fire Protection Design 32
33. GapsTechnology In-rack sprinkler design No sprinkler designed to respond quickly in a rack No sprinkler designed to distribute water in a rack No suppression mode in-rack sprinkler Hardening of ASRS for use during fire event Carry self-contained extinguishing system skid Identify fire location within array Verify fire control/suppression progress Remove adjacent stock to isolate fire Remove wet or damaged stock
34. GapsManual intervention - the immediate solution Water supplies Are durations sufficient (2 hours vs. 12 hours) Thorough pre-emergency planning Safe work plan