I want to draw sprinkler systems for video games where rules don't matter.1yr ⋅ Triple-FAT ⋅ r/firePE
The first step when performing a hydrant flow test is to ensure that the hydrant is actually connected to something4yr ⋅ jallanporter ⋅ r/firePE
You all ever feel the urge to track down an architect and wring their neck?11mo ⋅ cyberd0rk ⋅ r/firePE
😂😂saw this on a Facebook group. This guy really thought he was onto something 🧐3yr ⋅ Madeulook_ ⋅ r/firePE
I am curious as to how many of you could hydraulically calculate a system without a computer if you had to?1yr ⋅ SprinklerDesigner2 ⋅ r/firePE
Just Paid for My FPE Exam: Does anybody have any wisdom to share while I prepare for October?2yr ⋅ RosefaceK ⋅ r/firePE
At Costco, all of the riser nipples come off the side of cross mains with an elbow. What's the purpose?4yr ⋅ MoarGPM ⋅ r/firePE
What type of fire sprinkler is this? House was built in 1992. After many years, I’ve decided to install a guard around it to prevent accidental damage. It’s in the ceiling of a utility closet with storage boxes piled close to it. I’ll bet you’ll advise not to have boxes so close. ;-)2yr ⋅ jbschwartz55 ⋅ r/firePE
Not the nicest pre-action install I’ve ever seen. But probably not the worst3yr ⋅ apollokobe ⋅ r/firePE
Recently did an annual sprinkler inspection at a large chemical plant....found over 50 of these 1930 Globe heads that had never been changed.6yr ⋅ BigCool11 ⋅ r/firePE
Why NFPA said pressure of pipe connection should not over than 175psi?6mo ⋅ Opening_Musician4606 ⋅ r/firePE
Self targeting fire suppression. Interesting idea but it will be hard to beat the reliability of the conventional system.5yr ⋅ Projet0 ⋅ r/firePE
Any idea what does this comment about negative pressure means for a remote area hydraulic demand calc? City water main to electric pump supply.2yr ⋅ trolltoll4theboysoul ⋅ r/firePE
This has been painted by my wife. The sprinkler head has not been painted. But this ring was painted to match the wall. This is not my image, and the black marks are my indications. Do these need to be replaced or paint taken off?2yr ⋅ Novus20 ⋅ r/firePE
Noticed this fire extinguisher in my friend's house, it's older than anyone who lives there. (Don't worry, it is now being replaced)4yr ⋅ black_rose_ ⋅ r/firePE
EQ Sway Brace. Are they supposed to be tight or lose on 1-1/4” CPVC?1yr ⋅ Consistent-Ask-1925 ⋅ r/firePE
(NFPA 13) Can someone confirm this? Is the 4x rule correct here? I thought it has to be 4x the max dimemsion of the obstruction.6yr ⋅ detectivesonnybonds ⋅ r/firePE
I've Written Up Thousands of Viking Sprinklers For Corrosion Like This. All Manufactured Early-to-Mid 2000's. Anyone Else Encounter This Problem? These Should Be Recalled by Viking!4yr ⋅ Kiloyard ⋅ r/firePE
Stumbled upon this pic. Has anyone here had to deal with something similar?7yr ⋅ detectivesonnybonds ⋅ r/firePE
Any ideas why? Its a new student Housing building. Sprinklers & Standpipe. Construction type IB. Occupancies: S-1, A-3, B, M and R-2.6yr ⋅ maximus129b ⋅ r/firePE
How many of you are familiar with this style of R102 restaurant system? No fusible links, but heat sensors that are installed in the plenum.5yr ⋅ inspectorPK ⋅ r/firePE
When your experienced designer has no clue what he's doing. This is all new fab pipe that was leftover or eliminated.8yr ⋅ [deleted] ⋅ r/firePE
