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SprinklerAgeVol 27 / 6June 2008Features8 | AFSA’s 2008 National Scholarship ContestWinners Announced$20,000 in Scholarships Awarded to Ten Teens10 | FM Global Makes Premium Risk Prevention DataAvailable at No CostRelease Reflects Changing Global Risk Environment14 | Grant Money Available Now!Chapters and Affiliated State Associations Can Receive Matching Funds16 | Renowned Education Featured at Industry’sLargest TradeshowOver 30 Seminars Offered at 2008 AFSA Convention & Exhibition in Nation’s Capitol23 | National Television Show Features BlazeMaster ® ,Wayne AutomaticSegment Shows Environmental Benefits of Residential Systems26 | Saucier Receives $2,500 CLSE Academic ScholarshipThird Annual Waller Scholarship Awarded27 | Education Abounds for Students Interested in theFire Sprinkler IndustryA Showcase of Schools Available to the College-Bound30 | The Business of Inspections – Risk and RewardsVirtual Seminar to be Presented July 1532 | Joint Convention in the Carolinas Breaks RecordsHigh Attendance for Seminars, Sold-Out Exhibition and Golf Tournament33 | AFSA California Chapters Address Proposed LegislationAssembly Bill 2288 Raises Concerns34 | Congressman Langevin Addresses Yankee ChapterRhode Island Democrat Seeks Change Through His Fire Sprinkler Incentive ActOn the CoverAFSA chapters and state-affiliated associationsare constantly in action, working to better thefire sprinkler industry, make a difference in theircommunities and educate the general public.6 PRESIDENT’S REPORT36 AHJ Perspective38 New Members39 U.S. Construction39 CANADA ConstructioN40 AFSA News40 calendar of events42 CHAPTER news42 association NEWS43 industry news44 people in the news45 Product News46 Index of AdvertisersSprinkler Age | June 20085

PRESIDENT’s REPORTBy STEVE A. MUNCY, CAEAFSA PresidentEditorial : 214 349 5965Janet Reid Knowles, Publisher, ext. 117jknowles@firesprinkler.orgD’Arcy Graham Montalvo, Editor, ext. 115dmontalvo@firesprinkler.orgNicole Duvall, Communications Coordinator, ext. 126nduvall@firesprinkler.orgAdvertising : 214 349 5965Nicole Duvall, Communications Coordinator, ext. 126nduvall@firesprinkler.orgRecent news reports about the economy have not been encouraging. Foreclosures,slowdowns in the housing construction industry, higher prices due to the cost ofgasoline, slumps in retail sales and other negative news creates the impression thatthe U.S. economy is in, or headed toward, a recession. On the other hand, there aresome indications that the economy is not in as bad a condition as the talking headson television would have you believe. Unemployment had increased only marginally,while wage rates have increased from 2007. Construction activity is down, but thisappears to be primarily in the residential sector. My discussions with contractorsacross the country still indicate cautious optimism for the short term.For the longer term, the size of the fire sprinkler market has nowhere to go but up.Newer codes require sprinklers in more construction – new and old. If the proposalto require residential sprinklers in all new one- and two-family homes is approved inSeptember at the International Residential Code meetings, you can expect theresidential market to explode. If the housing market continues to be stagnant, fewerhomes may be built than in the past, but a higher percentage of homes will have firesprinklers. At a recent meeting of experts from around the country convened todiscuss the future of fire safety planning,what single measure was deemed theIMPORTANT SAFETY RECALLModel “J” Dry Style Fire SprinklersManufactured by byGlobe Fire Sprinkler CorporationThe sprinklers may not operate in a fire,creating a risk of death or serious injury.AAFFECTED SPRINKLERS• Globe Model “J” dry style fire sprinklers• Manufactured between 1990 & 1999• Pendent, upright, and sidewall sprinklersWHAT TO LOOK FOR• “GLOBE,” “J,” and year (1990 - 1999)embossed on flat surfaces of the frameInstalled in nursing homes, hospitals, longterm care facilities, offices, supermarkets,apartment buildings, and other buildingsWHAT TO DO• Check areas where dry sprinklers mightbe installed (unheated attics, porches,freezers and coolers, parking garages,warehouses).• Until you obtain replacement sprinklers,have working smoke detectors andadequate escape plans.To learn how to receive replacementsprinkler heads at asubstantially reduced cost:1. Call 1-800-248-0278 between 8:00a.m. and 5:00 p.m. EST,2. Visit Globe’s web site atwww.globesprinkler.com and click onthe “Recall” link, or3. Contact Globe by mail at 4077Airpark Drive, Standish, MI 48658.most important? Fire sprinklers. Evenefforts by those promoting passiveprotection to reduce or eliminatetrade-offs for the installation of sprinklershave failed to win much supportbecause the importance of fire sprinklersis widely supported.We are a part of the constructionindustry, so it is inevitable that thebusiness cycles will have an effect. Therewill still be peaks and valleys in the firesprinkler industry, but the valleys shouldbe less deep thanks to the broaderrequirements for sprinklers in moreoccupancies. But short-term economicconcerns should not distract us from theoptimistic long-term vision that the firesprinkler market will continue to growand protect more people in where theywork, live and are entertained. And youcan count on AFSA to continue toprovide the education and services wewill need for the future. Isn’t it great tobe involved with a growth industry thatsaves lives and property? nCirculation : 214 349 5965Amy sweeney, Asst. to Membership Director, ext. 119asweeney@firesprinkler.orgAFSA Board of DirectorsLawrence J. Thibodeau, Chairman603-432-8221R. Donald Kaufman, First Vice Chairman505-884-2447dwight e. bateman, Second Vice Chairman713-910-3242Donald J. Eckert, Treasurer513-948-1030Joseph A. Heinrich, Secretary785-825-7710Manning j. strickland, Immediate Past Chairman301-474-1136Donald G. Albares, 504-837-0572linda m. biernacki, 318-688-8800martin l. giles, 804-550-9600Paul E. Hensley, 864-834-5188Thomas J. McKinnon, 925-417-5550william j. rhodes, 860-627-6490Wayne Weisz, 209-334-9119AFSA Management : 214 349 5965Steve A. Muncy, CAE, PresidentPHILLIP A. BROWN, SET, CFPSDirector of Technical Program Development & Codes, ext. 123Marlene M. Garrett, CMPDirector of Education Services & Meetings, ext. 118Roland J. Huggins, PE, Vice President ofEngineering & Technical Services, ext. 121Lloyd M. Ivy, Director of Membership, ext. 120Janet R. Knowles, Executive Vice President,Vice President of Marketing & Communications, ext. 117Tammy L. Taylor, Director of AdministrativeServices, ext. 112Sprinkler Age, (ISSN 0896-2685) is publishedmonthly for $33.95 per year by the AmericanFire Sprinkler Association, Inc., 12750 MeritDrive, Suite 350, Dallas, Texas 75251. Periodicalspostage paid at Dallas, Texas and additionalmailing offices.POSTMASTER: Send address changes toSPRINKLER AGE, 12750 Merit Drive, Suite350, Dallas, Texas 75251.Sprinkler Age is devoted to the professional developmentof the Fire Sprinkler Industry. Deadline is 5th of the month,two months preceding month of publication.Call (214) 349-5965, FAX (214) 343-8898, orE-Mail “sprinklerage@firesprinkler.org” for information.Copyright © American Fire Sprinkler Association, Inc. Allrights reserved. PRINTED IN USA. Unless expressly statedotherwise, all editorial and advertising material publishedis the opinion of the respective authors and/or companiesinvolved and should not be construed as official action byor approved by Publisher or the Association.Sprinkler Age is a membership benefit, provided free ofcharge to AFSA members. For information on non-memberand/or foreign subscription rates, call (214) 349-5965.ABOUT AFSA MEMBERSHIPAFSA annual membership dues are a sliding scale forContractors and Associates and a flat fee for AuthoritiesHaving Jurisdiction. (Members receive a free subscriptionto Sprinkler Age.) Write or call AFSA for membershipinformation. See AFSA’s website at: www.firesprinkler.org6 Sprinkler Age | June 2008

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PERSONALIZED SIGNSAFSA’s 2008 NationalScholarship ContestWinners Announced$20,000 in Scholarships Awardedto Ten TeensA Great Way to AdvertiseRight on the JobsitePut your Company Name & Logo onyour ID signs, Service Decals,InspectionTags, Bell signs, FDCWallplates, Gauges, even on your BallValve handles!ARGCO’s art department can take yourpersonalized artwork and recreate iton your signs - Custom to your specs.NEW!The CaliforniaState Fire Marshal has changed the specs onthe California State Inspection Tags and Decals.Get your updated versions now!800-854-1015www.argco.com8 Sprinkler Age | June 2008The American Fire Sprinkler Association(AFSA) is pleased to offer its support,through its online scholarship program,to 10 lucky graduating high schoolseniors as they pursue their highereducation goals. These national winnerswere randomly selected from 23,011entries to receive a one-time $2,000AFSA scholarship payable to theirrespective college, university or tradeschool. This online scholarship contest,www.afsascholarship.org, awards ten(10) - $2,000 prizes annually.The ten national winners for 2008 are:Katherine Bennett, Lighthouse Point,Fla.; Katherine Courtney, Carpenteria,Calif.: David MacGregor, Naples, Fla.;Jaeha “Janice” Han, Plainview, N.Y.;Annelese Jones, Austin, Texas; RichardJordan, Amherst, N.H.; Kristen Kelly,Narrowsburg, N.Y.; Kristi Materio, SanBernardino, Calif.; Sam O’Ijeh, RedOak, Texas; and Laura Reasoner,Columbus, Ohio.Applicants were required to read apassage about fire sprinklers – whichdescribed their history, how they operateto save lives and property, and the typesof careers that are available in theindustry – and take a 10-questionreading comprehension test. For eachquestion answered correctly, studentsreceived one entry into a drawing forone of 10 (ten) $2,000 scholarships. Atotal of 10 entries per applicant into thedrawing were possible.Since its creation in 1996, the AFSAscholarship contest has sought topromote the scholarship outside of thefire sprinkler industry in the hope ofreaching students who may otherwisenever have recognized the importance ofautomatic fire protection. Now in its12th year, the program continues togrow, attracting over 23,000 applicantsfrom across the nation during the2007-2008 school year alone. This is apattern that AFSA hopes will continue,as more rising seniors log-on next yearfor their shot at a $2,000 prize. Interestedstudents may log-on to enter towin beginning September 2008!To be eligible, applicants must be a highschool senior during the 2008-09academic year who will attend a college,university or trade school in the UnitedStates in fall 2009. The AFSA scholarshipis open to U.S. citizens and legalresidents. To enter the 2008-2009 AFSANational Scholarship Contest, visithttp://www.afsascholarship.org or fordetails, call AFSA at (214) 349-5965.State Scholarship ContestsProve Popular During the 2007-2008school year, three AFSA chapters/stateaffiliated associations also sponsoredessay contests. AFSA’s ConnecticutChapter, Virginia Chapter and theGeorgia Fire Sprinkler Association(GFSA) all offered additional opportunitiesfor high school seniors in theirstates. AFSA national awarded $1,000 toeach state’s first place winner, in additionto any monies received from the chapteror state association. For more informationon each of the following chapterscholarships, visit the AFSA scholarshippage at www.afsascholarship.org.Connecticut The ConnecticutChapter’s first place winner for the2007-2008 contest is Tracy Margiottfrom South Windsor, Conn., according

to contest coordinator Dave Thompson,Allstate Fire Sprinkler, Inc. inHartford, Conn.In 1996 the chapter awarded two $500scholarships. This year and since 1999the chapter has awarded two $1,000scholarships annually. Proceeds fromchapter meeting raffles are “earmarked”for this purpose.Georgia The Georgia Fire SprinklerAssociation (GFSA) contest took placeduring Fire Prevention Week inOctober 2007 and Andrew Griggs wastheir first place winner. His essay waswritten about, “2007: With theincrease of apartment fire fatalities,how would you help the media tounderstand and to emphasize the valuefor fire sprinklers?”Since 1989, the Georgia Fire SprinklerAssociation has sponsored the GFSAAnnual Fire Sprinkler Essay Contest. Theessay contest is open to all high schoolseniors in Georgia. Through the class of2008, scholarship awards total $56,250.The 2008-2009 essay contest topic is“Explain how and why fire sprinklerssave more lives when added to an escapeplan, smoke alarms, and fire ratedconstruction.” For further details aboutthe contest, visit http://www.georgiafiresprinkler.org/contest.php.Virginia The AFSA Virginia Chapterreceived 158 entries this year.Contest coordinator Ron Reynolds,Virginia State Fire Marshal’s Office,notes: “Most essays are written by thebest and brightest students in Virginia,making it extremely hard to pickthree top winners. This year wasparticularly difficult. Essays aregraded on accuracy of sprinkler data,how it is written and organized, andhow it is presented in an interestingand creative manner. We try to focuson creativity, to make it challengingfor those who enter.“We had 15 judges this year. All weregiven equal weight in judging, andranged from owners of sprinklercompanies and employees, to secretaries,teachers, and fire and building officials.”This year, Virginia’s topic was “ResidentialAutomatic Fire Sprinklers.” Thewinner of the 2008-09 contest is LaurenFaulkner, of South Boston, graduatingfrom Halifax County High School. Shewill receive a prize of $1,500.“Lauren’s essay was creatively writtenfrom the perspective of a sprinklerhead waiting to put out a fire. Yes, theessay is a bit on the ‘hard to believe’side,” comments Reynolds, “but donein such an exciting and creativemanner it quickly wins over the readeras the essay points out the manyadvantages of having a residentialsprinkler system.”Second Place went to Shepherd McAllisterof Lexington, graduating fromRockbridge County High School. Hewill receive a prize of $750. Third Placeand $500 went to Sam Harvey of Salem,graduating from Salem High School.There were eight others that were in the“very-very” good category. Of thoseeight, three will be given HonorableMention awards of $100: Kamryn DeeWies of Woodbridge Senior HighSchool in Woodbridge; KatherineNelson of James Madison High Schoolin Vienna; and Erin Banks of WestfieldHigh School in Chantilly.A letter will be sent to all of those whoentered the contest to thank them fortheir efforts, and to encourage them totake the knowledge learned and tospread it to others. Indeed, the knowledgethey have learned may one day savetheir lives and the ones they love.“I challenge all state chapters to activelypursue an essay contest in your state,”says Reynolds. “It is amazing to see theresponses from these young adults,many of whom have never givensprinkler systems a second thought.They truly become believers in thebenefits of the sprinkler systems. Theyknow how they operate. They know thestatistics of the number of deaths andproperty loss that occur every year, andthe calculations of how many lives couldbe saved using sprinkler systems. Andthey will spread the word.” nSprinkler Age | June 20089

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FM GlobalProperty Loss Prevention Data Sheets 2-2September 2002Supersedes May 1998Page 1 of 20INSTALLATION RULES FOR SUPPRESSION MODE AUTOMATIC SPRINKLERSTable of Contents1.0 SCOPE ................................................................................................................................................... 31.1 Changes .......................................................................................................................................... 32.0 LOSS PREVENTION RECOMMENDATIONS ....................................................................................... 32.1 Introduction ...................................................................................................................................... 32.2 Construction and Location ............................................................................................................... 42.2.1 Roof Construction .................................................................................................................. 42.2.2 Ceiling Slope ......................................................................................................................... 52.2.3 Steel Protection ..................................................................................................................... 52.2.4 Heat and Smoke Venting ...................................................................................................... 52.2.5 Suspended Ceilings .............................................................................................................. 52.2.6 Roof and Ceiling-Level Ventilation ........................................................................................ 52.2.7 Draft Curtains ........................................................................................................................ 62.3 Occupancy ....................................................................................................................................... 72.3.1 Storage Clearance ................................................................................................................ 72.3.2 Mezzanines, Walkways and Conveyors ................................................................................ 72.3.2.1 Solid Mezzanines ...................................................................................................... 72.3.2.2 Grated Mezzanines ................................................................................................... 72.3.2.3 Walkways ................................................................................................................... 72.3.2.4 Conveyors .................................................................................................................. 82.3.2.5 Flue Spaces in Racks ............................................................................................... 82.4. Protection ........................................................................................................................................ 92.4.1 Sprinklers ............................................................................................................................... 92.4.2 Temperature Rating ............................................................................................................... 92.4.3 Sprinkler System Types ......................................................................................................... 92.4.4 Clearance From Sprinklers to Ceiling ................................................................................... 92.4.5 Obstructions ........................................................................................................................ 102.4.5.1 Solid Obstructions at Ceiling Level ......................................................................... 102.4.5.2 Open-Web Structural Members at Ceiling Level ..................................................... 112.4.5.3 Obstructions Below Sprinklers ................................................................................ 122.4.6 Water Demand and Duration .............................................................................................. 132.4.7 Sprinkler Spacing ................................................................................................................ 142.4.8 System Hydraulic Design .................................................................................................... 152.4.9 Hose Connections ............................................................................................................... 163.0 SUPPORT FOR RECOMMENDATIONS ............................................................................................. 193.1 Loss History ................................................................................................................................... 194.0 REFERENCES ..................................................................................................................................... 194.1 FM Global ...................................................................................................................................... 19APPENDIX A GLOSSARY OF TERMS ..................................................................................................... 19APPENDIX B DOCUMENT REVISION HISTORY ..................................................................................... 20List of FiguresFigure 2.4.5.1.1 Area where obstructions are not permitted. ...................................................................... 10Figure 2.4.5.1.2 Alternative arrangement for obstructions no more than 12 in. (305 mm) wide atceilings. .............................................................................................................................. 11Figure 2.4.5.2 Minimum allowable clearance for bar joists. ....................................................................... 12PageFM GlobalProperty Loss Prevention Data Sheets 2-8September 2004Page 1 of 58EARTHQUAKE PROTECTION FOR WATER-BASED FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMSTable of Contents1.0 SCOPE ................................................................................................................................................... 31.1 Changes .......................................................................................................................................... 32.0 LOSS PREVENTION RECOMMENDATIONS ....................................................................................... 32.1 Introduction ...................................................................................................................................... 32.2 Protection ......................................................................................................................................... 42.2.1 Sprinkler Systems, Including In-rack Sprinkler Systems and Small-Hose Piping Systems . 42.2.2 Standpipes ........................................................................................................................... 372.2.3 Water Spray Systems .......................................................................................................... 382.2.4 Foam-Water Sprinkler Systems ........................................................................................... 382.2.5 Fire Pump Installations ........................................................................................................ 382.2.6 Water Storage Tanks and Reservoirs ................................................................................. 392.2.7 Fire Protection System Plans and Calculations .................................................................. 403.0 SUPPORT FOR RECOMMENDATIONS ............................................................................................. 413.1 Examples of Sway Bracing Design ............................................................................................... 413.1.1 Examples ............................................................................................................................. 413.1.2 Gridded System—System No. 1 ......................................................................................... 413.1.3 Looped System—System No. 2 .......................................................................................... 473.1.4 Tree System No. 3 .............................................................................................................. 524.0 REFERENCES ..................................................................................................................................... 574.1 FM Global ....................................................................................................................................... 574.2 NFPA Standards ............................................................................................................................ 57APPENDIX A GLOSSARY OF TERMS ..................................................................................................... 57APPENDIX B DOCUMENT REVISION HISTORY ..................................................................................... 57List of FiguresFig. 2.2.1.1(a). Lateral sway bracing using one vertical and one diagonal brace. ....................................... 4Fig. 2.2.1.1(b). Lateral sway bracing using two opposing diagonal braces. ................................................. 5Fig. 2.2.1.1(c). Longitudinal sway bracing using one vertical and one diagonal brace. ............................... 5Fig. 2.2.1.1(d). Longitudinal sway bracing using two diagonal braces. ........................................................ 6Fig. 2.2.1.1.2(a). Configuration A Fastener with two opposing diagonal braces−fasteners intounderside of structural member. ....................................................................................... 16Fig. 2.2.1.1.2(b). Configuration A fasteners with one diagonal and one vertical brace-fasteners intounderside of structural member. ....................................................................................... 16Fig. 2.2.1.1.2(c). Configuration B Fastener with two opposing diagonal braces−fasteners into side ofstructural member. ............................................................................................................ 17Fig. 2.2.1.1.2(d). Configuration B fasteners with one diagonal andone vertical brace−fasteners intoside of structural member. ................................................................................................ 17Fig. 2.2.1.1.2(e). Configuration C Fastener with two opposing diagonal braces−fasteners intoface of structural member. ................................................................................................ 18Fig. 2.2.1.1.2(f). Configuration C fasteners with one diagonal and one vertical brace−fasteners intoface of structural member. ................................................................................................. 18Fig. 2.2.1.1.2(g). Special threaded pipe fitting for attachment of sway brace to structure. ........................ 19Fig. 2.2.1.1.2(h). Detail of connection of sway brace to side of wood beam with through bolt. ................. 19Fig. 2.2.1.1.2(i). Dimensional locations for lag screws and through bolts in wood. .................................... 20Fig. 2.2.1.1.2(j). Pilot hole sizing for lag screws−use with Table 3.2.1(c). .................................................. 21Fig. 2.2.1.1.2(k). Examples of Bracing Attachment to Piping. ..................................................................... 23PageC©2002 Factory Mutual Insurance Company. All rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced,stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in whole or in part, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical,©2004 Factory Mutual Insurance Company. All rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced,photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without written permission of Factory Mutual Insurance Company.stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in whole or in part, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical,photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without written permission of Factory Mutual Insurance Company.WHE-447 RGDrop_B&W_SA_R3 11/11/05 11:01 AM Page 1FM Global Property Loss Prevention Data Sheets 2-2 (left) and 2-8 (right). Both guides provide must-have information for those in the fire sprinkler industry.MYCMHazards, Storage, Human Factors, SystemInstrumentation and Control, PressureVessels, Mechanical, and Welding.MYCYCMYKWheeler ManufacturingDivision of Rex International U.S.A., Inc.Now, you can turn a pipe threaderinto a roll groover in just seconds.• Grooves 1"– 6" pipe• Mounts fast, no need to remove carriage• Short lengths stay on pipe without help• Fast, easy T-handle feed• Fits Wheeler-Rex models 6090, 7090 & 6790• Fits Ridgid ® 300 & 300 compactUS Toll Free: 800-321-7950 Fax: 440-992-2925e-mail: wheeler@wheelerrex.com www.wheelerrex.com® The Ridge Tool Company“These are a must have for anyone dealingwith storage,” comments AFSA VicePresident of Engineering & TechnicalServices Roland J. Huggins, P.E. “Here’s aperfect example as to why. You are providingsprinklers in a warehouse with exposed,expanded group A plastics. In turning toNFPA 13, Figure 17.1.2.1 – Decision Tree,you see for this commodity, outside thescope of chapter 17. What do you do? Yougo to the FM Loss Prevention Data sheets.“These guidelines cover other items not inNFPA 13, such as rolled carpet. I alsostrongly encourage anyone using an ESFRsystem to become familiar with FM 2-2.Although NFPA 13 covers ESFR, the FMguide presents the criteria in a differentformat and will help improve your overallunderstanding, as well as addressing issueslike mezzanines or grated metal walkwayswithin rack assemblies. FM is providing agreat service by giving these guides to thesprinkler industry. Take advantage of it.” n12 Sprinkler Age | June 2008

Grant Money Available Now!Chapters and Affiliated StateAssociations Can Receive Matching Funds“You can not do all the good the worldneeds, but the world needs all the good youcan do.” – AnonymousThe American Fire Sprinkler Association’s(AFSA) members made a differencein many communities last year.Training and charity fund-raisers toppedthe list of successful programs offered in2007. All taking the opportunity tonearly double their contributionsthrough AFSA’s Grant Program, 15chapters requested a total of 30 grantsfor programs such as contributions toburn victims and firefighters, apprenticeshiptraining and youth programs.The AFSA Chapter Grants Program wasformed in 1993 to encourage membershipinvolvement in the industry andlocal communities and to stimulatechapter growth through these activities.Since 1993, AFSA chapter and stateaffiliate projects have been assisted bythe grant program with AFSA nationalcontributing over $300,000. AFSAmatches funding made by chapters andstate affiliates for projects in the followingcategories:• Apprenticeship and Education – Speakersfor management-level seminars andapprentice training, plan review orinspection seminars for Authorities HavingJurisdiction (AHJs), training videosand publications.• Industry Promotion – Trade andhome shows, conventions educating afire department about sprinklers andresidential sprinkler promotion.• Licensing and Legislation – Hiringlobbyists, licensing issues, funding forpublic education and awareness aboutlegislation.• Special Events and Charities – Charitablesprinkler installations, fire safetycalendars, providing computers for afire college, building demonstrationtrailers and training facilities, golf andsoftball tournaments.The chapters and state affiliates completeda myriad of successful and funprojects over the years. Of the $50,000in grant money available for 2008, eightgrants have been awarded, totaling$15,000. For more information onchapter grants, contact Jeff Livaudais,Manager of Member and ChapterRelations (jeff@firesprinkler.org). nAFSA Chapter Grant distributions (percent of dollars) in 2007.14 Sprinkler Age | June 2008

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Renowned Education Featuredat Industry’s Largest TradeshowOver 30 Seminars Offered at 2008 AFSA Convention& Exhibition in Nation’s CapitolThe nation’s largest fire sprinkler trade group, the Dallas-basedAmerican Fire Sprinkler Association (AFSA), is hosting over30 continuing education seminars for those professionals on abroad range of topics directly pertaining to the fire sprinklerindustry – most of which offer CEUs and/or CPDs. Theseminars span three days during AFSA’s 27th Annual Conventionand Exhibition, “AFSA in D.C.: A Capitol Experience,”beginning Thursday, October 16 and continuing throughSaturday, October 18 at the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel, inWashington, D.C.’s historic Woodley Park neighborhood.As the industry’s largest tradeshow exclusively for fire sprinklerprofessionals, AFSA’s annual convention draws roughly 1,400participants from around the globe. It is always an exciting – yet,practical – way to learn and network, one that will greatlybenefit fire sprinkler contractor business owners and theirmanagement teams; engineers; fire sprinkler system layouttechnicians; architects; inspectors; Authorities Having Jurisdiction(AHJs), and other fire sprinkler professionals. Here’s a sneakpeak of what you have to look forward to at this year’s show.On Thursday, October 16, the following seminars will be held.Please note that many are concurrent. Consult the conventionbrochure or AFSA’s convention Web site at www.firesprinkler.org/convention to confirm times.Storage Applications and Sprinkler Selection,Speaker: Robert Caputo This seminar will outline thenew Storage format provided in NFPA 13, Standard for theInstallation of Sprinkler Systems, 2007 edition, Chapters 12-20,and will compare the options available and benefits of choosingdifferent sprinkler types (standard with and withoutin-rack sprinklers/control mode specific application/ESFRwith varied K-factors). This seminar is recommended fordesigners, project managers, consultants, and AHJs.Immigration Law for Sprinkler Contractors, Speaker:Joseph F. Canterbury, Jr., General Counsel for AFSAThis program will cover current immigration laws and theirimpacts on fire protection contractors including currentlegislation, “no match,” and other policies, Department ofHomeland Security, and “safe harbors” when in the employmentprocess. It is designed to provide practical tools to avoidviolations of immigration laws and the accompanying fines.How to Enhance the Value of Your Fire ProtectionFirm, Speaker: Randy Stutzman Some owners worktheir entire careers and have little to show for their hard work.Volume, growth, managing projects, making money, and otherobjectives often obscure the overriding need to add value toyour business each year. Topics covered include key factors thatdrive value in a fire protection firm, the effects of valuecreation, measuring value that has been created, and tips forcreating and realizing the value of a fire protection firm.Detection and Actuation Methods for Deluge andPreaction Systems, Speaker: E. Parks Moore Thereare a number of different detection and actuation methodsavailable to sprinkler contractors and designers today that maybe used with preaction and deluge systems. This seminar will16 Sprinkler Age | June 2008

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This presentation will includechanges in the NFPA 20, Standard for the Installation ofStationary Fire Pumps for Fire Protection, 2007 edition andprobable revisions to the 2010 edition.Union Organizing and Salting Issues for SprinklerContractors, Speaker: Joseph F. Canterbury, Jr. Thisseminar will cover recent developments and legal rulings onunion organization and “salting” of contractors. 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The goal is tomake money in a down economy and be able to take advantageof the inevitable resurgence in market conditions.“Business as usual” could mean no business at all.Residential Sprinkler Application, Speaker: JamesGolinveaux This seminar will cover the current specificlistings/approvals of residential sprinklers within NFPA 13,NFPA 13D, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systemsin One- and Two-Family Dwellings and ManufacturedHomes, and NFPA 13R, Standard for the Installation ofSprinkler Systems in Residential Occupancies Up to and IncludingFour Stories in Height. The new changes to sloped ceilinglistings will be discussed as well as the recent trend for smallerK-factor residential heads for lower flow demands.NFPA 14 – 2007 Edition, Speaker: Stephen M.Leyton This seminar will include an overview of changes tothe 2007 edition and design issues as they pertain to contractorsand system layout technicians. There will be an openformat discussion of hydraulic design and new pressureregulating provisions, including arrangement of standpipesand water supplies. Attendees are encouraged to bring actualinspection or design issues for consideration, as well as a copyof NFPA 14, Standard for the Installation of Standpipe and HoseSystems, 2007 edition.Residential Fire Sprinklers: Overcoming theChallenges, Speakers: Tony Fleming and Peg PaulFire sprinkler mandates that require the installation of NFPA13D systems in new one- and two-family construction aregaining momentum throughout the nation. Tony Fleming, aresidential fire sprinkler contractor, will address these regulationswith respect to installation methods, dealing with AHJs,working with homebuilders, and installation and inspectionpractices. Fleming will also focus on the potential impact onthe fire sprinkler contractor, and the impact on the residentialsprinkler industry as it adjusts to meet the growing demandfor its trade. Peg Paul will provide a brief overview of theHome Fire Sprinkler Coalition’s (HFSC) material and resources,how to identify and overcome challenges by those who donot understand and oppose residential fire sprinklers, and howcontractors can use HFSC’s material to help educate theircommunities and support their fire service.Partnering With Your AHJ, Speaker: Russell Leavitt,SET Many things contribute to a successful project. One ofthe most volatile can be the relationship with the plan reviewers,inspectors, and other public officials upon whom thecontractor depends for the timely completion and profitabilityof projects. Don’t miss this opportunity to improve yourcompany performance and bottom line by hearing first handfrom some of the most respected AHJs in the country on whatturns them on and off, and what you can do to facilitate astrong working partnership with your local officials.18 Sprinkler Age | June 2008

Special Hazards and the Fire Sprinkler Contractor,Speakers: John A. Denhardt, PE, and David SornsinWorking on special hazard projects can involve overlookedissues and pitfalls. This seminar will help the sprinkler professionalnegotiate the hurdles involved with special hazardprojects including high expansion and AFFF foam, cleanagents, and deluge and preaction systems. Discover what thecommon items are that the specifying engineer and owneroften leave for the sprinkler contractor and his subcontractorsto figure out. This seminar would be of interest to estimators,designers, and fitters who are working in, or that are consideringworking in, this more complex area of fire protection.On Friday, October 17, the following seminars will be offered.Please consult the brochure for times.Introduction of NFPA 3 and Updates to NFPA 20,Speakers: George Church and Jim Lake NFPA 3,Standard for Commissioning of Fire Protection Systems, is anall-new standard being developed for release in 2011. Thecommittee is charged with producing a standard to cover thecommissioning process in parallel with similar standardscovering the building systems. This standard is being developedto mesh fire and life safety systems into the design and operationof a building from initial conceptual design through thelife cycle of the building to ensure the owner’s needs are metand will continue to be met. System design professionals willbenefit from a working knowledge of this process, and it isespecially important for those involved in the design-buildmarket. NFPA 20, Standard for the Installation of Stationary FirePumps for Fire Protection, is presently completing its revisioncycle for the 2010 edition. This portion of the seminar willpresent the proposed changes to the standard, which include anew chapter on high-rise building applications for fire pumps, anew Contractors Material and Test Certificate specifically forfire pumps, and clarify many existing requirements.CPVC Fire Sprinkler Piping Systems: Assuring theIntegrity and Optimizing the Continued PerformanceOver Time, Speakers: Matthew Kuwatchand Andrew Olah, Ph.D. Learn what is needed to assessthe chemical compatibility of construction ancillary productswith CPVC fire sprinkler pipe and fittings. In this seminaryou will learn: 1) the implications of incompatible ancillaryproducts with CPVC pipe and fittings, 2) what kind ofproducts have historically caused the most issues, 3) what todo if you have a perceived incompatibility issue, 4) whatprecautions can be taken, 5) what programs are currently inthe market to address incompatibility, and 6) where you canaccess this information. This presentation will also highlight“best practices” for installation and maintenance of a CPVCfire sprinkler piping system and will feature a recently producedinstallation best practices video by the CPVC firesprinkler piping systems manufacturers.Strategic Workforce Optimization, Speaker: JimSchug Successful managers know that motivating employeestakes a combination of monetary and non-monetary incentives.Keeping people enthusiastic and productive requireshiring the right people from the onset, paying them well fordoing the right things, setting and communicating realisticexpectations, creating an environment where people thrive,and getting rid of poor performers.Performance-Based Design and the Fire ProtectionContractor, Speaker: Steven Scandaliato, SET Performance-baseddesign is no longer a term that applies to specialissues and out of scope or special circumstances. More andmore, qualified engineers are turning to testing and modelingfor the development of design criteria. 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standards applications creating the need to partner with equipmentmanufacturers for solutions. The use of specific applicationtechnologies requires a balance of approval/listing requirementsand NFPA requirements. This seminar will cite examples ofspecific application technologies and explain their uses.Motivating Generation X & Y and IncreasingEmployee Performance, Speaker: Jim Schug Thechanging demographics of our nation are profoundly impactingour ability to recruit and retain quality people. This is especiallytrue in the challenge to develop future leaders. This session willdiscuss: How do you win the war for talent? What are thecharacteristics of this generation? How do they approach workand leadership? What will it take for your organization to leadthem towards progress and success in the future? How can youattract, motivate, and retain this generation in your organization?AHJs Only Two invitation-only seminars will be offered toAHJs on Friday, October 17: Fire Sprinkler Plan Review for theFire Service Professional, with speakers Thomas Noble, CFPS,CET, and Kenneth Wagoner, SET; and Why Sprinklers? WhyOrdinances? Why Now?, with speaker Roy Marshall.The following seminars, some of which are concurrent, will beoffered on Saturday, October 18.Seismic Design of Fire Sprinkler Systems, Speaker:Kenneth Wagoner, SET The method and design ofprotection for automatic sprinkler systems from damage dueto earthquakes is detailed in NFPA 13, Chapter 9.3. Itincludes five separate and distinct features: bracing, groovedcouplings, separation, and restraint and clearance. Thisseminar will give a brief explanation of those items, discussseveral changes from the 2002 to the 2007 edition of NFPA13, and provide guidance on calculating the lateral andlongitudinal bracing loads using methods as described inNFPA 13. Included in the seminar will be such topics as theuse of the USGS Web site in determining the short periodresponse parameter (S S ), and the corresponding seismiccoefficient (C P ) for individual buildings and sites, and howthese values affect the sway brace calculations.Proposed Changes to NFPA 13, 2010 Edition,Speaker: Robert Caputo This seminar will highlightproposed changes and committee reports relating to the 2010edition of NFPA 13, currently in cycle. Here is your chance toprovide direct input with your technical staff and committeerepresentatives. This seminar is recommended for contractors,designers, project managers, consultants, and AHJs.Design/Build Construction and Fire SprinklersGoing Green, Speaker: Steven Scandaliato, SET Theway of construction has turned towards D/B construction andgoing “green” is right along with it. Everywhere you turntoday, “green” is the buzzword. Construction projects arebecoming complex with more than the traditional A/E, GC,and subcontractors involved. The D/B concept has rapidlybecome the process of choice by most major developers,INNOVATIONAGF revolutionized the fi re sprinkler industry with the Model 1000 TESTANDRAIN single valve inspector’s test which eliminated thetime and space consuming traditional loop assembly. Since then, TESTANDRAIN valves have been installed in countless systemsthroughout the world and AGF continues a tradition of innovative new products. TESTANDRAIN valves are now made in more styles,in more sizes, and with more orifi ce options than any other valve on the market. Learn more at TESTANDRAIN.COM20 Sprinkler Age | June 2008

general contractors, and government entities and with it comesa new way to design, build, and manage a project. Come andlearn more about how these changes affect fire sprinklercontractors and how fire protection contractors can be moreinvolved in these markets. Owners, estimating/sales groups,and project managers will all benefit from this information.What Is NICET Doing Now?, Speaker: Michael A.Clark, CAE Mike Clark will provide an update on NICETactivities surrounding revisions to the Automatic SprinklerSystems Layout certification program and will describe plansto implement the new program under the “standardizedtesting” model using computer-based testing technologies.Discussion will also include future plans to update the Water-Based Systems Inspection and Testing program, as well aspreliminary exploration of new programs for ResidentialSprinkler Systems and the Inspection & Testing of PortableExtinguishers. A brief discussion involving other currentNICET plans and activities to assist customers in communicatingand doing business with NICET will conclude thisseminar.Exploring the Latest Technology in Fire Pump Equipment,Moderator: Kerry Bell, PE; Panelists: ScottDanforth, PE, Hansford Stewart, John Whitney Inrecent years, newly UL Listed fire-pump equipment has beenintroduced into the marketplace that has increased the optionsHF_AD 12/15/05 1:07 PM Page 1Your Best Value In ResidentialWater Delivery SystemsD System Patent #4366865available for designing and installing fire pump systems. Some ofthese products include electronically fuel-managed enginesintended to drive fire pumps, variable speed engine drivers,listed flexible couplings and connecting shafts, and small pumpsintended for installation in accordance with NFPA 13D,Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- andTwo-Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes. This seminarwill include product and end use application information onsome of the latest fire pump equipment technology as well as theUL certification requirements associated with these products.NFPA 25 – You Want Me To Do What?!?, Speaker:Russell Leavitt, SET “The fire marshal in my area wantssprinkler spacing deficiencies reported on my inspectionreports.” Sound familiar? NFPA 25, Standard for the Inspection,Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems,is one of the most misunderstood and misapplied standards inuse today. This seminar discusses the challenges facing contractorswhere NFPA 25 is the adopted standard, but state andlocal AHJs request or mandate inspections and/or tests that arenot aligned with the requirements of the standard. Seminarparticipants will learn strategies used by others to minimize theliability and to mitigate the conflicts that result when dealingwith these “out of scope” requests. Don’t miss this opportunityto protect yourself and your company by increasing your skillin helping your AHJ properly apply NFPA 25.Register and Save – $100, to be Exact – If You ActBefore July 11 Watch your mailbox for your copy of ourannual convention brochure for additional details includinghow you can register to attend the 2008 show, or logon towww.firesprinkler.org to submit your registration securelyonline. Register on or before Friday, July 11, 2008, and save$100! So don’t delay; register today!Register Online, The More Secure Way AFSA placesthe utmost importance on protecting your good name. Sowhile identity theft may be the fastest growing crime in theUnited States, rest assured that AFSA is actively working tomake sure its Web site is safe and secure.The D SystemA complete pre-wired factoryassembled unit Installs in 3 easy steps Meets NFPA quality standards Components UL approvedThe D Cono LineNew super affordable systems Tanks available to fitthrough 29” doorway800.786.7133800-PUMP 13Dwww.thedsystem.comAFSA processes all online payments using PayPal, a moresecure way to make payments online using your Visa,MasterCard, Discover, or American Express. AFSA willreceive payment from PayPal without ever seeing yourpersonal financial information, given that all data is automaticallysent with a high level of data encryption. Just anotherway AFSA is working to better safeguard you and yourvaluable personal information.For more information or to securely submit your registrationonline, logon to the ‘Convention’ page of AFSA’s Web site,http://www.firesprinkler.org, or call (214) 349-5965. n22 Sprinkler Age | June 2008

National Television Show FeaturesBlazeMaster ® , Wayne AutomaticSegment Shows Environmental Benefits of Residential SystemsThe popular home show, Designing Spaces, showcased residential firesprinkler systems on a special episode that debuted on the WEtelevision network April 5, 2008 and on TLC April 6. Localnetwork affiliates across the country also aired the show throughoutthe month of April. The half-hour episode focused on greenbuilding initiatives and included a segment on the environmentalbenefits of residential fire sprinkler systems.BlazeMaster fire sprinkler systems partnered with Wayne AutomaticFire Sprinklers, Inc. and Mecca Builders for the television show.Wayne Automatic, an AFSA contractor member based in Ocoee,Fla., installed the BlazeMaster system filmed for the segment. MeccaBuilders, a family-owned, custom homebuilder based in Lake Mary,Fla., allowed BlazeMaster fire sprinkler systems to use the constructionsite of a new 5,000 ft 2 home for the filming.Matthew Kuwatch, BlazeMaster global marketing manager, wasinterviewed for the segment. “Most people don’t think of firesprinklers as being environmentally friendly,” says Kuwatch. “Inaddition to being the only system that can be installed in a home toextinguish a fire, sprinkler systems can also positively affect theenvironment by reducing the impact of home fires.”Green Fire Sprinklers With so much awareness of our environmentand how it relates to the global picture, homeowners havebecome increasingly aware of how they can have a positive effect onall factors considered “green.” While we think of energy efficiencyand preserving the environment, there are less obvious things wecan do that will also have a positive impact, like installing residentialfire sprinklers, such as those featured in Designing Spaces says theshow’s host David Dodd.“What adds up to a ‘Green Space’ may not always be so visible, orsomething that immediately comes to mind. Consider the possibilityof a fire. A fire in your home at the very least will cost youthousands of dollars, and at worst, leave you without a home.Terrible thought… but a potential reality. There is also the environmentalaspect of charred remains producing toxic smoke and fumes,which end up in a landfill,” adds Dodd.While many people are aware of the obvious life- and property-savingbenefits of a residential sprinkler system, few are aware that firesprinkler systems also have considerable environmental benefits.One of the biggest advantages is the quick response to fires,restricting the spread of heat, smoke and poisonous gases. Housefires that require fire department assistance have a dramatic effect onwater usage and groundwater contamination. According to theHome Fire Sprinkler Coalition (HFSC), fire hoses use more thaneight times the amount of water that residential fire sprinklers use.On average, sprinklers dispel 13 gallons of water per minutecompared to 250 gallons of water per minute used by a firefighterwater hose. Fire departments typically use thousands of gallons ofwater to extinguish a house fire. This water flows into groundwatersupplies, often carrying ash, debris and toxins from the itemsdamaged by the fire. A residential fire sprinkler system significantlyreduces the amount of water needed to extinguish a fire, limitingthe contamination found in run-off water.Because home fires are typically suppressed much faster with aresidential fire sprinkler system, the amount of toxins being releasedinto the air is substantially reduced. All materials – even wood –produce toxic fumes when burned. In a typical home, there are anumber of natural and synthetic building materials as well asfabrics, cleaners and chemicals that can produce air contaminantswhen burned. Ash and smoke have obvious negative effects on airquality. By keeping home fires contained, residential fire sprinklersystems help reduce the impact that fires have on the air we breathe.Residential fire sprinkler systems also contribute to the environmentby limiting the amount of material dumped into landfills. Whethera house is completely destroyed in a fire or is only damaged, tons ofbuilding materials, furnishings and other ruined possessions arehauled to the dump. Because residential fire sprinklers contain a fireand oftentimes extinguish it altogether, the systems help eliminateunnecessary landfill refuse from fire-damaged homes. And sincemore of the house can be salvaged should a fire occur, less buildingmaterials are required for rebuilding or repair.The Fire Sprinkler Difference According to Kuwatch, aBlazeMaster system features low flame and smoke characteristicsand has a longer life expectancy than metallic systems, because itscomponents are made from CPVC. When tested using industrystandards, BlazeMaster pipe and fittings have proven to be no moretoxic than wood, and less toxic than many common materials, suchas wool and cotton. Like other sprinkler systems, BlazeMastersystems contribute to environmentally friendly building efforts byhelping reduce the impact of fires in homes and other structures.And because BlazeMaster pipe is made from CPVC, it requiressubstantially less total energy to produce (from raw materials to pipeproduction) than metallic alternatives.For more information on the benefits of residential fire sprinklersystems, visit HFSC’s Web site, www.homefiresprinkler.org/. Towatch the full “Think Green” episode (#1360), visit www.designingspaces.tv/.nSprinkler Age | June 200823

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Saucier Receives $2,500 CLSEAcademic ScholarshipThird Annual Waller Scholarship AwardedOklahoma State University (OSU) seniorMark Saucier has received the 2008Thomas S. Waller Memorial Scholarship,a $2,500 academic scholarship presentedby the Center For Life Safety Education(CLSE). The Thomas S. Waller scholarshipis presented annually to a junior orsenior majoring in the Fire Protectionand Safety Technology (FPST) Programat OSU in Stillwater, Okla. This is thethird year for CLSE’s Thomas S. WallerMemorial Scholarship program, whichseeks to recognize excellence in academicsand leadership.Saucier is from Jenks, Okla. and afrequent mention on the Dean’s HonorRoll. The Provost Scholar began theOSU Fire Protection and SafetyTechnology program in August 2005,and has been earning his way to the topever since. “I believe since I am payingmy way through college, I focus on myeducation a lot more, because I wouldlike to have a strong future in the fireprotection field,” Saucier says.Saucier originally came to OSU tobecome a firefighter – and while inessence that hasn’t changed – the way helooks at his chosen profession has. Hisfirst year at OSU, it became increasinglyapparent to Saucier that what it meant tohim to be a firefighter had taken on awhole new meaning that engulfed him instudy of fire protection and prevention.“I learned to help protect people andsave lives and property; one can do thatin many other ways,” Saucier wrote inhis scholarship application. “Fireprotection and preventative measureswill help do this first, so that firefightersmight be a secondary measure and notthe first line of defense.”Saucier is a member of the Society ofFire Protection Engineers student26 Sprinkler Age | June 2008chapter, the Student Association of FireInvestigators, and involved with FirePrevention Week. In his spare time, heworks for a local church helping tomaintain its property and also volunteerswhen he can to help feed thehomeless. But the activity that hasmeant the most to him has been hisparticipation in the fight against cancerthrough his involvement with Relay forLife, the American Cancer Society’ssignature 24-hour walk/run eventbringing 3.5 million people together toraise funds and awareness of cancerprevention and treatment.Dr. John E. Stevens, CIH, believes thatSaucier, whom he taught in his Fundamentalsof Industrial Hygiene (IH) class,exhibits the quiet confidence that meritsthis award. In his recommendation letter,Stevens wrote, “Mark is the type ofperson that other students volunteer towork with on group projects. He gets hiswork done, on time and in a professionalfashion. He goes about it too so quietlythat one doesn’t realize just how good heis at his chosen career field. He was at thetop ten percent of my IH class, yet he isso unassuming, that I noted none of theenvy that you often find in other studentstowards the outstanding classmate.”Saucier will graduate next spring with aBachelor of Science in EngineeringTechnology degree, and one day hopesthat “[he] might be as devoted as aleader as Tom Waller was to the fireprotection industry.”A 46-year veteran of the fire sprinklerindustry, Thomas “Tom” S. Waller servedas chairman of the board of Viking FireProtection of the Southeast, High Point,N.C. He served 10 years on the AmericanFire Sprinkler Association’s (AFSA) Boardof Directors, including two years as itsChairman, and co-founded the CLSE.OSU FPST Professor Pat D. Brock (left), congratulatesMark Saucier on his 2008 Thomas S. Waller MemorialScholarship award.In 1996, AFSA honored Waller with itshighest honor, the Henry S. ParmeleeAward, in recognition of his manycontributions to the industry. Followinghis death in 2005, AFSA decided that thebest way to honor the memory of thisunassuming man who gave so muchwould be to continue his legacy of givingthough the establishment of scholarshipbearing his name.Additional details about the Thomas S.Waller Memorial Scholarship program,including applications for the 2009award, are available on the Center’sWeb site, www.clse.org/.About the CLSE The Center for LifeSafety Education (CLSE) is a not-forprofiteducational organization recognizedunder section 501(c)(3) of theInternal Revenue Code. It administersthe Thomas S. Waller Memorial Scholarshipand the Philip L. DeCamara, Jr.Scholarship, and also provides quality,cost-effective education programs forAuthorities Having Jurisdiction.Tax-deductible donations to the twoscholarships can be made online at www.clse.org or mailed to CLSE, 12750Merit Dr., Ste. 350, Dallas, TX 75251.(Please designate which scholarship thecontribution is for.) n

Education Abounds forStudents Interested in theFire Sprinkler IndustryA Showcase of Schools Availableto the College-BoundThe future of the fire sprinkler industrylies in the hands of students, especiallythose at the stage of considering theircareer options. Several higher institutionsof learning offer acclaimedprograms in fire protection. SprinklerAge asked several universities to providedescriptions of their curriculum.Oklahoma State University TheOklahoma State University (OSU)School of Fire Protection and SafetyTechnology (FPST) is located on theStillwater campus of OSU. The FPSTProgram is a four-year degree programthat concludes with a Bachelor ofScience in Engineering Technology.The FPST curriculum is designed toprepare graduates to assess and reducethe loss potential existing in anoperation with respect to fire, safety,industrial hygiene and hazardousmaterial accidents.The school is under the College ofEngineering, Architecture, and Technology(CEAT). The program began in1937 at OSU – Stillwater and is fully accreditedby the Technology AccreditationCommission of the AccreditationBoard for Engineering Technology(TAC/ABET). The program was firstdirected toward preparing young peoplefor careers with the uniformed fireservices. However, the demand bybusiness and industry for loss controlspecialists has resulted in the evolutionof the program into one where theemphasis is on industrial fire protection,safety, occupational health and losscontrol. The curriculum is designed toimmediately introduce the student tostudies in fire protection and safetyenabling students to measure theirinterest in the field of fire protection andsafety early in their academic career.The school has four full-time facultymembers, who not only teach for theschool, but often instruct non-creditcourses through CEAT ContinuingEducation. The students in the programhave the opportunity to join severalstudent organizations to broaden theireducational opportunities and experience.The program is fortunate to also have theInternational Fire Service TrainingAssociation/Fire Protection Publications(IFSTA/FPP) on the campus of OklahomaState University. IFSTA/FPP is theworld’s largest distributor of fire fightingtraining manuals.Because of the diversity of thetraining in our program, our studentshave a variety of career choices oncethey receive their Bachelors ofScience in Fire Protection and SafetyEngineering Technology. Our degreeenables students to pursue severalcareer interests including Fire Alarmand Detection System Designer, FireInsurance Specialist, Fire ProtectionEngineer and Consultant, FireSuppression System Designer, FireSystem Inspector, and Manufacturingand Industrial Fire Protection Specialist,Building Inspector, CodeEnforcement and Plan Reviewer,Firefighter, Fire Inspector, FireMarshal, and Fire Prevention Officer.Visit our Web site at http://fpst2.okstate.edu/careers.html/.Seneca College The School of FireProtection at Seneca College is located inToronto, Ontario, Canada and offers avariety of fire protection programs. TheSchool offers a two and three-year FireProtection Engineering diploma, a one-yearFirefighting Certificate, two part-timeevening certificates and a seven subjectonline certificate in sprinkler design.Sprinkler Age | June 200827

The online certificate in sprinkler designconsists of courses in Introduction toSprinklers and NFPA 13 (two courses),AutoCAD, Fluid Mechanics andHydraulic Calculations, Fire Pumps,Stocklisting, and Sprinkler Design. Thestudent can complete the design classesusing HydraCAD, SprinkCAD, orAutoCAD. All courses come completewith support manuals and web-baseddocumentation and video. The studenthas access to an instructor by email oran 800 number. Each course requires aminimum of three hours per week for14 weeks and is self-paced so that thestudent can complete the course in lesstime. Each course can be started atanytime. Visit www.senecac.on.ca/sprinkler or call 1-800-655-8795.The three-year Fire Protection Technologydiploma is a fire science basedcurriculum with additional courses infire protection systems and fire and lifesafety. Most of the graduates seekemployment as sprinkler designers withabout 25 percent of the approximately70 graduates finding employment in theThe Best CurvesIn The Fire ProtectionBusiness!450 DADouble Check DetectorU.S. These graduates would havesuccessfully completed courses inSprinklers and NFPA 13, HydraulicCalculations, Sprinkler Fitting, Stocklisting,Fire Pumps, HydraCAD,SprinkCAD, AutoSprink and ProjectManagement. If you would like to findout more information about theprogram and hiring a graduate, pleasecontact Chris Posthumus, chris.posthumus@senecac.on.ca, or DaveAlkerton, david.alkerton@senecac.on.ca,at 416-491-5050.University of Maryland In 1956, theDepartment of Fire Protection Engineeringwas established within the School ofEngineering at the University of Marylandin College Park. To date we offer theonly fully accredited undergraduateprogram and one of two graduate degreeprograms in the United States. More than1000 graduates from the department arenow employed in industry, insurancecompanies, federal, state or local government,military, and fire service. Presently,there are seven faculty members in thedepartment. The student enrollment is ofapproximately 110 undergraduate and 40graduate students on site and more than60 in the distance Master of Engineeringprogram. About 60 students graduateeach year.28 Sprinkler Age | June 2008350ADABGVICDouble Check DetectorSometimes Less is More!Especially when it comes to head loss. When pressure loss isimportant, ask for original apporval agency documentation.This ensures accurate performance information as flowincreases from closed to fire flow.Wilkins publishes detailed, accurate FCCCHR@USCletterhead curves!Customer Service Representatives available Monday through Friday5:30 am to 5:00 pm PST • Call: 877-222-5356 or 805-226-6297info@zurnwilkins.com or visit us online at www.zurn.com375AOSYReduced PressurePrinciple Assembly350 ADABGVICDouble Check Detector475VReduced PressurePrinciple AssemblyThe rapid worldwide acceleration in thegrowth of science and technology areopening up vast new opportunities anddemand for uniquely trained fireprotection engineers. Therefore, we fostera sustained growth of our graduateprogram through increased opportunitiesin research for our students. In particular,we focus on recent advances in materialtesting practices, fire detection, firesuppression, performance-based designand modeling techniques to predict firegrowth, smoke movement or the responseof building systems in design and fireinvestigation applications.Our teaching laboratories providehands-on experience with “standardized”ASTM test procedures and permit theinvestigation of fire dynamics principles.Our research laboratories include state ofthe art diagnostics and advanced measurementtechniques for characterizingfire, combustion, and suppression

phenomena. Our computer facilitiesprovide opportunities to work withleading fire protection engineeringsoftware like zone models and state-ofthe-artComputational Fluid Dynamicstools like FDS used in fire investigationand performance-based design. Studentsconducting their graduate thesis projects,as well as students conducting theirundergraduate research theses, use thesefacilities extensively. These facilities arealso used for professional service to thefire protection engineering community.The mission of the department is “… toreduce the burden of fire losses on life andproperty by providing the highest quality ofscientifically-based education, research andoutreach in fire protection engineering, andin fire-related safety, health and environmentalissues.” We are deeply grounded inthe fire protection engineering professionwhile we are launching advanced researchprograms to meet the challenges of thefuture. We would like to share our uniqueheritage and our innovative researchexperiences with you. We welcome you tojoin us in these endeavors. Visit http://www.fpe.umd.edu/index.php/.Worcester Polytechnic InstituteThe Fire Protection Engineering Programhas been operating at Worcester PolytechnicInstitute (WPI) in Worcester, Mass.since 1979. The goal of the program is toprepare men and women for careers in fireprotection engineering practice, advancedlevels of specialization, research, andteaching. The first-of-its-kind fire protectionengineering doctoral degree has beenoffered since 1993. WPI’s unique state-ofthe-artdistance learning program hasallowed students from across the UnitedStates and from over 30 different countriesto join existing WPI courses and to earntheir masters in FPE without ever leavinghome. Department Head, Kathy Notariannisays, “My top priority is to create afriendly, supportive, intellectually rich, andstimulating learning environment for allour students.”The Department of Fire ProtectionEngineering serves as a crossroads forbringing together talents from manydisciplines such as mechanical, chemical,civil, electrical, and environmentalengineering as well as computer science,physics, management and mathematics,to address fire and life safety issues. Ourgraduates work at the nerve centers oflarge corporations and oversee thedesign and operational firesafety ofcomplex manufacturing facilities andglobal business networks. They alsowork for insurance companies, surveyingmajor facilities and performing research,testing and analysis.WPI offers the Graduate Certificate,Master of Science, and Ph.D. degree inFire Protection Engineering. TheGraduate Certificate, consisting of fourcourses, and M.S. degree, consisting of10 courses or seven courses and an M.S.thesis, can be earned on the maincampus in Worcester, Mass., or at yourlocation via distance learning. Creditsearned for a certificate may then beapplied towards a master’s degree.WPI also offers the “dual degree”five-year program in fire protectionengineering, especially tailored for thehigh school graduate. This providesoutstanding preparation for a career infire protection engineering and gives theWPI graduate exceptional versatility inthe job market. Visit www.wpi.edu/+FPE or email fpe@wpi.edu. nfireloop® seismic joint for fire sprinker systems©2007 The Metraflex Companythin is inNo weighty decisions here.Thin.Compact.Two connections.One hanger.The Fireloop ® seismic expansion joint for firesprinkler systems. Individually tested.Available in 4-inch, 8-inch and 24-inch movements4 8 24Contact us today at1-312-738-3800 x1325,info@fireloop.info orvisit www.fireloop.infowww.fireloop.infoSprinkler Age | June 200829

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Joint Convention in theCarolinas Breaks RecordsHigh Attendance for Seminars, Sold-OutExhibition and Golf TournamentWhat is YOUR BusinessDoing To Be As CompetitiveAs It Can Be?Fire protection contractorsmay not realize the impact thatchanges in regulations andtechnology have ontheir bottom line.INCREASE REVENUEContractors who have trainedtheir employees on the latesttechnology can often leveragethat skill to be more competitivein the bid process.DECREASE COSTSThose contractors often see ajump in accurate designed andquality of work, resulting infewer change orders or rework.TRAININGTyco now offers 2 & 3 day fireprotection training seminarswith CEU credit in Cranston, RI.TOPICS INCLUDE: Changes in Technology Hands On Experience Live Demos Industry Directionwww.tyco-fire.com401-781-8220 ext. 500Training@TycoFP.comThe Sixth Annual North Carolina/SouthCarolina Joint Convention, Seminarand Exhibition at Myrtle Beach, S.C.was a great success, by all accounts saysJack Knight, president of the AFSAaffiliatedSouth Carolina Fire SprinklerAssociation (SCFSA), who hosted the“Carolinas Convention” along side theAFSA Carolinas Chapter.While always popular, this year’sevent held May 14-18 was especiallywell received with a record-breaking155 attendees and a sold-out exhibitionfeaturing 35 companies, theabsolute maximum permitted by theavailable space.The Carolina’s Convention featuredspeaker Kenneth W. Wagoner, SET,who presented two seminars: “NFPA25, 2008 Edition” on May 14 and“Storage Occupancies (NFPA 13, 2007Edition)” on May 15. More than 135people attended Wagoner’s two days ofcontinuing education classes.Roughly 50 took advantage of theFriday evening show at the renownedCarolina Opry. More still spent theirday on links of nearby Pinehills Courseat The Golf at Myrtlewood. Yet otherslounged in the lap of luxury at the“Lady’s Day at the Spa.” Saturdayevening featured entertainment by“Magician Matt Force” on top ofgiveaways, dinner, and awards.Over its four-day stay in Myrtle Beach,the Carolinas Chapter of AFSA andSCFSA acknowledged the efforts andsuccesses of its members by presentingvarious awards. Among them was theCarolinas Chapter’s most prestigiousaward, the Cal Morrow Award, whichChapter President Joe Harrison (right) presents theLifetime Achievement Award to Tommy Strange.Chapter Membership Chairman Paul Hensley (right)presents the chapter’s prestigious Cal Morrow Awardto Joe Collins.was presented to Joe Collins, for hisabove and beyond involvement withinthe association. Tommy Strange waspresented the Lifetime Achievementaward by Carolinas President Joe Harrisonin recognition of his lifetime service tothe Carolinas Chapter.Visit the Carolinas Chapter Web site,http://www.afsacarolinas.com or theSCFSCA site at http://www.scfsa.org fordetails on this and upcoming events. nEDITOR’S NOTE: Special thanks toCarolinas Chapter Executive Director JoeHankins for contributing to this feature.32 Sprinkler Age | June 2008

AFSA California ChaptersAddress Proposed LegislationAssembly Bill 2288 Raises ConcernsMembers of California’s AFSA chapters– Greater Bay Area, Sacramento Valley,San Diego, Southern California – havebeen extremely busy in opposition ofCalifornia Assembly Bill 2288 (AB2288),which proposes new requirements fortraining and certification of fire sprinklerfitters. Beginning with an emergencymeeting in San Diego on April 29, 2008,the group has reviewed the proposedlegislation and their options to voiceconcerns over the content of the bill.While these contractors support trainingin the fire sprinkler industry, they do notsupport the bill as presented at this time.This bill was written and developed byUnion representatives without inputfrom affected stakeholders. To maintain acentral point of contact for the group,Terri Simmons Leyton, AFSA San DiegoChapter executive director and vicepresident of Protection Design &Consulting, was appointed to representAFSA California Chapters in this matter.In that capacity, she attended a May 1meeting of the Southern California FirePrevention Officers Section, Fire ProtectionEquipment and Devices Committee.Attorney, lobbyist, and author of the billRandy Roxsen was present at thatmeeting along with representatives fromthe Southern California Fire PreventionOfficers and from NFSA, which has alsojoined us in opposition to the bill.The Los Angeles Area Fire Marshal’sAssociation are opposing the bill at thistime and the Fire Prevention Officer’sSection of the California fire chiefs hasrecommended a “watch” status on thisbill instead of a “support” status. Thecontractors felt that was at least a smallvictory in their efforts.The chapters are working together withother industry groups, and with theCALCHIEFS Fire Prevention OfficersSection, to oppose the bill, as written.They have hired a legislative lobbyist toassist in Sacramento as well.“We are not in opposition to training inthe fire sprinkler business. I think it’ssafe to say, we all recognize the need fortraining in our industry. The AFSAApprenticeship Training Program andthe multitude of other training opportunitiesavailable from our organizationexhibits the strong commitment totraining by AFSA,” notes Terri Leyton.“The California AFSA chapters areworking with state and local officials,agencies and recognized experts in ourfield to educate our Industry on theshortcomings of this legislation. Theproponents have refused to pull the billat this time. Instead, they are askingthat we work with them, to fix thelegislation that they have alreadyput forth representing their specialinterests. Are we to trust the specialinterests that put forth this legislation,now? The proponents of this bill arerequesting that AFSA submit languageto be included in the legislation toaddress our issues. To write and movelegislation forward to this point withoutour input, and to now ask for our helpto ‘fix it’ is absurd.”California has current testing andlicensing requirements to establish andmaintain a C-16 Contractor’s License. Afire sprinkler system must be designedby a sprinkler design professional,approved by an Authority HavingJurisdication (AHJ) and the finalinstallation must be verified by an AHJprior to a building being occupied.Leyton notes, “I am not aware ofsprinkler failures occurring in our stateat an alarming rate to warrant this addedexpense to our taxpayers or addedresponsibility to the CSFM [CaliforniaState Fire Marshal] and local enforcers.AB2288 is union-sponsored legislationbrought forth by Northern Californiasprinkler fitter unions. AFSA, NFSA,local Authorities Having Jurisdictionand many others are wondering why thislegislation was developed without theirinput. Members of AFSA’s Californiachapters believe that AB 2288 isill-conceived and could further damageCalifornia’s weakened constructionindustry and should be rejected this yearpending a comprehensive study ofrequiring the certification of individualbuilding trades and specifically that ofsprinkler installation.”Chapter members report that moreaction is needed. “What can you do?”asks Leyton.If you reside in California, contact yourRepresentative! Send a note to yourrepresentative urging him or her to voteno on AB 2288. To do so, visit theCalifornia Assembly Homepage at http://www.assembly.ca.gov/acs/defaulttext.asp/.(Click on the “Find My District” link tolocate your representative). Also, send aletter via email to: Assemblymember.Torrico@assembly.ca.gov or via U.S. mailto: 3951 Paseo Padre Parkway, Suite 280,Fremont, CA 94538; Tel: (510)440-9030; Fax: (510) 440-9035.Several more meetings of these groupshave been scheduled. Watch futureissues of Sprinkler Age for updates onthis issue. For more information,contact Terri Leyton at: terri@protectiondesign.com.nEDITOR’S NOTE: Special thanks to SanDiego Chapter Executive Director TerriLeyton for contributing this feature.Sprinkler Age | June 200833

Now it’s Clarke.Congressman LangevinAddresses Yankee ChapterRhode Island Democrat Seeks ChangeThrough His Fire Sprinkler Incentive ActNow it’s Reliable.When safety is critical, there’sno room for second best.So when the industry demandedstronger, more reliable couplingsfor fire protection applications,Clarke stepped up anddelivered the goods.The result? Clarke all metalcouplings for electric motorsare now UL-listed,certified for fire pump service,and ready to ship.When safety is critical, counton the durable, reliablecouplings engineered forhigh performance.Certified couplings from Clarke.When credibility counts…Clarke delivers.Call 800-513-9591 to order.The AFSA Yankee Chapter had a specialguest speaker to kickoff their 2008meeting schedule. The 2007 AFSA FireSprinkler Advocate of the Year, CongressmanJames “Jim” Langevin,addressed the local group of about 60members February 29, 2008 at Luciano’sin Wrentham, Mass.In 2007, Langevin introduced the FireSprinkler Incentive Act (FSIA), H.R.1742, which would amend the InternalRevenue Code to provide an incentiveto business owners for retrofittingexisting buildings with life-savingsprinklers. This bipartisan legislation– which had 143 cosponsors, as of May23 – will reduce the tax depreciationtime for retrofitting sprinklers innonresidential real property from 39years to only five.Congressman Langevin provided thegroup with an update on FSIA, whichis currently awaiting a hearing in theWays and Means Committee. H.R.1742 is companion legislation toSenate Bill 582, which was introducedby Senators Gordon Smith (R-OR) andJohn Rockefeller (D-WV). Langevinurged each AFSA member to contacttheir local Representatives and Senatorsand ask for their support on the bill ineach chamber.“While we certainly have made a lot ofprogress, there’s much more work to bedone – and that’s where you come in,”remarked the 43-year-old Congressman.“The American Fire Sprinkler Associationhas done a tremendous job educatingmembers of Congress and their staffson the importance of this issue. I urgeyou to continue with your advocacy andoutreach efforts.”The Rhode Island Democrat introducedthe legislation in large partbecause of his firsthand knowledge ofthe victims and families affected by theTMFire Protection Products, Inc.800-513-9591 513-771-2200www.clarkefire.comThe 2007 Fire Sprinkler Advocate of the Year, Congressman James Langevin (center), addressed the AFSAYankee Chapter at its February 29 meeting in Wrentham, Mass. Over 60 members of the local chapter came outto hear the Rhode Island Representative, including (back row, left to right): Chapter Chairman Tom O’Conner,Chapter Executive Director Dan Quarella, AFSA National Member Relations Manager Jeff Livaudais, and AFSANational Chairman of the Board Larry Thibodeau.34 Sprinkler Age | June 2008

2003 The Station nightclub fire inWarwick, R.I., which killed 100people. Langevin spoke about thepersonal friends that he lost, and of thecountless other constituents that hadtheir lives altered by the tragedy.“While it’s clear that fire sprinklers savelives, Congress to date has not taken aposition on the importance of thistechnology,” continued Langevin, who isa member of the Congressional FireServices Caucus. “I believe it is criticalthat we lend our voice to this issue andhopefully save another community fromexperiencing the devastating losses thatWest Warwick did.”Congressman Langevin also introducedan amendment April 3 to H.R. 4847– the U.S. Fire Administration ReauthorizationAct of 2008. His amendmentencourages the installation of firesprinklers in commercial buildings andsupports educational programs aboutresidential sprinkler installation. Theamendment passed by a voice vote thatsame day.law, and I look forward to continuing towork with each of you to build additionalsupport.”AFSA has created a special Web page toallow interested persons to track theprogress of the Fire Sprinkler IncentiveAct. Information on the page, http://www.firesprinkler.org/legislation/fsia.html/, provides links for the currentstatus and list of sponsors, a copy of thelegislation, supporting information,and a list of supporting organizations.AN EASY FIT FROM APOLLO ®Shortest lay length (6" models)Flattest flow curveManufactured and tested in USAPatented modular check valvesDesigned for easy maintenanceFM, UL ClassifiedUSC, ASSE and CSA approvedBookmark this page and check it often.For additional details, visit www.firesprinkler.org or call (214)349-5965. nEDITOR'S NOTE: Special thanks to YankeeChapter Executive Director DanQuarella for contributing to this feature.COBF 0186-07 4SGeasyfit_SA:COBF0183-01 2/6/08 10:23 AM Page 14SG DCDA“In Rhode Island, we have all learned avery hard lesson on the importance ofinstalling fire protection equipment – inour homes, our workplaces, our schoolsand recreational buildings,” said Langevin.“I hope that with a renewed focuson installing sprinklers and other safetydevices, we can prevent a tragedy likeThe Station nightclub fire from everoccurring again.”Langevin joined the U.S. House ofRepresentatives in 2000 after a successfulcareer in public service as the RhodeIsland Secretary of State, and theRhode Island House of Representatives.He has been a vocal supporter of firesafety legislation and has pledged hiscommitment to seeing the Fire SprinklerIncentive Act being passed as soonas possible.COBF 0186-07 SA32"(6"size)A nearly flat flow curve and theindustry’s shortest lay lengthmake our new 4SG Series an easydesign-in for any system. Otherbenefits include less weight foreasier installation, a maintenancefriendlymodular design, and qualityUS construction for long life. It’sthe full package in the smallestfootprint, only from Apollo.“Together, we can make a significantimpact by providing a financial incentiveto install sprinklers in every office,restaurant, and nightclub in the country,”concluded Langevin. “With yourhelp, I am confident the Fire SprinklerIncentive Act will finally be signed intoYou can afford AMERICAN-MADE.You can afford APOLLO.Conway, SC • Matthews, NC • Pageland, SCCustomer Service 1-704-841-6000 • www.apollovalves.comSprinkler Age | June 200835

Ahj perspectiveBy Ronny j. colemanWho Do You Think You Are?Just who do you think you are? That is a epithet that isoften directed by someone who is angry to another personwho is doing something that they should not be doing (or,at least in the opinion of the angry person). Almost everytime this phrase is uttered, the person who is responding toit will come back with some sarcastic remark that onlyelevates the level of debate. However, you can rephrase thequestion to, “Who are you?” Then the answer might berelatively easy to state without animosity.What got me thinking about this particular phenomenonwas a recent discussion on the use of authority under avery specific set of circumstances. This column for manyyears now has carried the title “AHJ (Authority HavingJurisdiction) Perspective.” Authority Having JurisdictionFactoryTestedReadyto ShipEasy toInstallMODEL G3000RESIDENTIALWATER TANKSMODEL G5000Advantagesand FeaturesFACTORY TESTS Hydraulic testingfor pump flow and pressure. Hydrostaticpressure test in excess of 200PSI.FAST LEAD TIMES Large inventoryand prompt turnaround allows forquick shipments.EASY INSTALLATION Floor andwall mount systems allow for flexibilityof design and reduced installation timedue to simplified mounting and wiring.S P D Incorporated1167 Tower RoadSchaumburg, IL 60173(847) 882-9820(847) 882-9825 FAXwww.spdinc.com13D RESIDENTIAL PUMP SYSTEMis a common phrase that is used almost on a daily basis,yet in many ways it remains ambiguous and unfocused.It answers the question we started off with. The answer iswho you are with regard to making something happen. Youhave got authority or you don’t. As I was looking at thisphrase, I was struck by the fact that we can replace AuthorityHaving Jurisdiction (AHJ) with another phrase, powerover place. In other words, if you have the authority tomake something happen then you have to make it happensomewhere where that authority actually exists. This is notjust a double-speak exercise, but rather a question that hasto do with how we use the phrase Authority HavingJurisdiction to get our way in the way things happen.For example, is authority exclusive? Can only one authorityhave jurisdiction over a place? Is one authority lower inpriority when exercising the same kind of action? In myexperience this can get pretty complicated. It is not uncommon,for example, in the exercise of governmental authorityfor multiple entities to exercise different types of jurisdictionover a specific place.For instance, one time there was a real dispute between fireand law enforcement about who had authority over hazardousmaterials events. A recent donnybrook between a policeofficer and firefighter over traffic control resulted in seriouscontroversy. A good example could be the layering effect oflocal, county, state and federal government. At any givenplace in the United States, there can be a minimum of fourlevels of government that have the right to say certainthings about the way things are done in that place. Moreover,within those levels there can be conflicts over authoritydepending upon mission and assignmentIf you look up the phrase “Authority Having Jurisdiction”on the Internet, you will find that it is most often used inthe context of codes and standards. But the use of authorityor the ability to exert force to get your way is not limitedstrictly to codes. It is a function of whether or not you feelthat you can exercise dominance over the decision makingprocess.Hence, when the term Authority Having Jurisdiction isused in other context, it may not mean anything about36 Sprinkler Age | June 2008

codes but rather another function we are accustomed to inthe fire service, and that is command and control. If you goback to my original power over place contention, theAuthority Having Jurisdiction could then be interpreted asany organization, and that organization’s members havingthe ability to exercise control over a specific activity withinthe confines of a specific location.Authority is a coercive activity. Authority implies havingpower that can be exercised independent of other people’spower. It is a delegated power that is exercised at a verypersonal level.We don’t see too much of this in the fire service, but if youlook in law enforcement, it happens all the time. A personcan commit a crime that is a crime against the federalgovernment but it occurs in a local jurisdiction. If thatcrime violates the law at the local jurisdiction, then thatauthority can be exercised to arrest the person. But, if ahigher level of authority comes in such as the federalgovernment and demands to take precedent, then they arecoercing the locals to relinquish their own power to ahigher authority. Our best example in the codes area is thedifference between mini-maxi states and local control states.Withholding the ability to act is not uncommon in theworld of Authorities Having Jurisdiction.From the perspective of a fire marshal, it is very importantthat you understand exactly what authority you have withinyour jurisdiction. The word “within” begins to define whatwe are looking at here. Governments have boundaries. Ifyou are responsible for a specific area, i.e., a state, district,county, city, or township, then your ability to exercisecontrol may be limited to the geographical area defined bythose boundaries.understand exactly where you have it and you need to knowwhat the limitations are. Exceeding your authority createsmore problems that can be created by not using yourauthority at all.This discussion of authority leads to other sub-categoriessuch as the abuse of authority or failure to act when youhave authority and a whole host of other manifestations ofconsequences. As you finish reading this column if youbelieve you are an AHJ, congratulations! However, if youare not really sure where your authority comes from, youneed to check that out. Go back and do some homework.You might be surprised to find that your agency has notactually adopted the scope of authority you are exercising.If you are not sure that you have it, you need to confirm it.And when it comes to jurisdiction, you have to be reallyclear as to what authority you have the ability to exerciseover what topic.If you’ve got it, don’t flaunt it! If you don’t got it, go get it! nABOUT THE AUTHOR: Ronny J. Coleman is president of the Fireand Emergency Television Network (FETN). He is the former CaliforniaState Fire Marshal, past president of IAFC, and currentlyserves as chairman of Board of Trustees for the Commission onFire Accreditation, International and the NFPA Committee on FireProtection in the Motion Picture and Television Industry. Colemanwas honored as AFSA‘s 1989 Henry S. Parmelee Award recipient.In general, the only way one gets authority is to have itgiven to them by a higher body. If you review the list in thelast paragraph, it is easy to see that there are governmentalbodies at all of those levels. The flow of the authority I amreferring to actually comes from the Constitution becausein this country the Constitution creates powers that arereserved for the national government and all other authorityflows from those areas that have been delegated tosubsets of the national government, i.e. states, counties,district, towns, etc. It is sort of like one of those Russiandolls that are one doll encapsulated within another. As youopen each layer it reveals another layer.You will find the term AHJ sprinkled throughout manylegal documents. It is a common phrase used in NFPAstandards. It appears in multiple forms throughout fire andbuilding code processes and its value is known to beincorporated into other forms of technical documents thatrequire someone to adopt them before they are useful.This all points to the idea that as fire marshal you need toknow exactly what authority you do have. You need toSprinkler Age | June 200837

AFSA membersHipNew MembersThe following is a list of new members that have joined as of May 16, 2008.Region 1ContractorCPS Fire Protection Inc.Charles SampsonEl Cajon, CAJorgensen CompanyDarrell HefleyFresno, CARegion 2AssociateTiger Stop LLCRebecca WarbergVacouver, WARegion 5ContractorAquamatic Fire Protection, Copr.Angel ReyesMiami, FLRegion 6AssociateJenny Products, Inc.Daniel LeissSomerset, PAAuthority Having JurisdictionState of Nevada / Risk ManagementMaureen MartinezCarson City, NVRegion 3AssociateAllied Tube & ConduitPatrick WallisHarvey, ILGeorgia Piping & Fire Protection, Inc.Phillip BennettWhite, GAUltimate Fire Protection, Inc.Miguel DelgadoMiami, FLFix It Fire Protection Inc.Scott BoydFt. Lauderdale, FLInternationalContractorDomestic Sprinklers PLCColin TaylorWeymouth Doreset, UKAFSA Chapter Meeting ScheduleArizonaAs called by Chair.David Bair – Chair.602-262-4784Becky Grantham – Exec. Dir.602-527-1162CarolinasJoe Harrison – Chair.336-475-6181Joe Hankins – Exec. Dir.336-357-0550Chesapeake BayJuly 18, Sept. 9, Nov. 11Greg Prentice – Chair.410-381-1400Danielle Fowler – Exec. Dir.410-964-0841ConnecticutOct. 9, Dec. 4Robert Hollis – Chair.203-238-2122Ina Boucher - Exec. Dir.203-238-2122FloridaAug. 16, Oct. 23-26David Varga – Chair.727-323-0145Chuck Akers – Exec. Dir.863-357-2600Greater Bay AreaJune 26, Sept. 9, Dec. 5Charlie Quickert – Chair.510-490-7873Lorelei Ostrander – Exec. Dir.925-913-0145Greater Kansas City2nd Wed. of each monthMark McKenzie – Chair.913-432-6688Cliff Becker – Exec. Dir.816-221-1651LouisianaJuly 22, Oct. 21Linda Biernacki – Chair.318-688-8800Mark Taylor -Membership Chair504-837-0572Mid-AtlanticAug. 16, Sept. 22, Dec. 4Jay C. Stough – Chair.215-345-8066Deb Covino – Exec. Dir.215-794-2978NevadaAs called by Chair.Gordon Marx – Chair.702-384-2932GiGi Burns – Exec. Dir.702-210-7505New Jersey3rd Wed. of May, Sept.,Oct., Nov. 13Bob Young – Chair.732-531-2400New Mexico2nd Wed. of each monthIda Peralta – Chair.505-255-4118Dave Wilson – Exec. Dir.505-573-6712North CentralAug. 22, Nov. 13Michael Winiecki – Chair.651-484-5903Stephanie Sornsin –Exec. Dir.206-234-6411Northern New EnglandSept. 10, Nov. 11G. Tim Stone – Chair.802-434-2968Bob Broughton – Exec. Dir.802-899-3769Pacific NorthwestAug. 12, Nov. 11Bill McKay – Chair.425-483-5657Ron Greenman – Exec. Dir.253-576-9700Sacramento ValleyJune 26, Oct. 16Joel Myers – Chair.916-381-4101Pamela Emmert – Exec. Dir.916-973-4434San DiegoAug. 6, Nov. 5Kenneth J. Stuart – Chair.619-562-6247Terri S. Leyton – Exec. Dir.858-751-2930South CarolinaJuly 15, Aug. 18, Sept. 16Jamie Patterson - Chair.803-892-2136Jim Bowie – Exec. Dir.803-920-7127Southern CaliforniaJuly 15, Sept. 17, Nov. 4J. Moyer– Chair.951-735-5560Penney Vaughn –Exec. Dir.949-378-1333VirginiaSept. 9, Nov. 11Michael Hairfield – Chair.804-353-1822Howard Summers –Exec. Dir.757-486-3103YankeeAug. 11, Sept. 15, Dec. 9Thomas O’Connor – Chair.401-723-7300Amanda Wilson – Exec. Dir.508-341-1500AFSA Affiliate Meeting ScheduleAlabama AffiliateAs called by PresidentKit Brendle – Pres.334-270-8571Greg Willis – Exec. Dir.334-567-4681Georgia Affiliate2nd Tue. of monthJeff Trew – Pres.Billy Wood – Exec. Dir.404-226-8304Maine AffiliateAs called by PresidentDouglas Rennie – Pres.207-284-8413Oklahoma Affiliate3rd Thur. of each monthJim Younger– Pres.918-266-2416Texas AffiliateArt Hartman, Jr. – Pres.972-991-7170Carol McCain – Exec. Dir.281-361-806938 Sprinkler Age | June 2008

construction reportsU.S. Construction...March Construction Slides 8 Percent New construction starts retreated8 percent in March to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $518.5 billion, accordingto McGraw-Hill Construction. Nonresidential building in March fell back after theelevated pace reported in January and February, which saw the start of several massiveoffice and hotel projects. Residential building also weakened in March, as thecorrection for single family housing continued. Cushioning the decline for total constructionwas greater activity for nonbuilding construction, reflecting the start of severallarge power plants. During the first three months of 2008, total construction onan unadjusted basis was $121.2 billion, down 19 percent from the same period ayear ago. If residential building is excluded from the year-to-date figures, new constructionstarts in the first three months of 2008 were down 2 percent.Monthly Summary of Construction Contract ValuePrepared by F.W. Dodge GroupMcGraw-Hill Information Services CompanyMONTHLY CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT VALUESeasonally Adjusted Annual Rates, In MillionsMar. 2008 Feb. 2008 % ChangeNonresidential Building $206,847 $270,021 -23Residential Building $185,483 $187,428 -1Nonbuilding Construction $126,181 $106,914 +18Total Construction $518,511 $564,363 -8Early Birds,Register byJuly 11and save!THE DODGE INDEX(Year 2000=100, Seasonally Adjusted)March 2008.......................................................110February 2008.....................................................119YEAR-TO-DATE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT VALUEUnadjusted Totals, In Millions3 Mos. 2008 3 Mos. 2007 % ChangeNonresidential Building $ 52,745 $ 51,067 +3Residential Building $ 41,043 $ 68,695 -40Nonbuilding Construction $ 27,461 $ 30,825 -11Total Construction $121,249 $150,587 -19Canada Construction...March CANADATA Figures on Construction StartsTypes of Construction Mar. Mar. % ChangeTOTAL CANADA 2008 2007($ Millions)RESIDENTIAL 3088 4064 - 24 %COMMERCIAL 1759 1858 - 5 %Major Sub-categories:Office Buildings 878 741 18 %Stores 255 508 - 49 %INSTITUTIONAL 893 1332 - 33 %Major Sub-categories:Medical 301 625 - 51 %Education 414 489 - 15 %INDUSTRIAL 111 242 - 54 %Major Sub-categories:Plants 84 189 - 55 %ENGINEERING 2509 2661 - 6 %Major Sub-categories:Waterworks & Sewerage 330 334 - 1 %Roads 639 3959 61 %Electric Power 1290 1134 13 %Oil & Gas 0 2 - 100 %ALL CONSTRUCTION 8359 10157 - 18 %*Start figures are also available in square feet for buildings, for many morecategories of construction and according to provincial, city and county levels ofregional detail. CanaData is a statistics-gathering and forecasting agency for theconstruction industry and is part of CMD Canada, (800) 465-6475.October 15-19 • Wardman Park Marriott • Washington, DCFor details or to register, visit www.firesprinkler.orgSprinkler Age | June 200839

AFSA newsRegister Now for the 27th Annual Convention& Exhibition AFSA will hold its 27th AnnualConvention & Exhibition October 15-19 inWashington, D.C. If you already know you’regoing to attend, why not save $100 by registering“early bird”?Friday, July 11 is your last chance to save$100 off your 2008 convention registration.The AFSA convention is North America’s largestfire sprinkler industry meeting. You won’twant to miss this “Capitol Experience,” so besure to register early and save. Don’t let thisopportunity pass you by.Look for your convention brochure in themail or visit the convention page on AFSA’sWeb site, http://www.firesprinkler.org/convention/index.htm/.We look forward to seeingeveryone October 15- 19 in D.C.!Record Participation in Annual ApprenticeCompetition A record 216 apprentices registeredto participate in AFSA’s National ApprenticeCompetition this year, breaking lastyear’s record of 185 apprentices. The localtesting date is June 28, 2008 and the sevenhighest scoring apprentices will advance tothe national finals competition, the 15th AnnualNational Apprentice Competition, held October17, 2008 during the AFSA convention inWashington, D.C.The national competition consists of twoparts: a three-hour written examination and apractical examination in which the apprenticemust cut, thread and install a steel and plasticpiping system with sprinklers and perform apressure test. Participants will be accessed ontheir accuracy, craftsmanship and safety.Newly increased cash prizes will be awarded:$5,000 for first place, $3,000 for secondplace, $2,000 for third place, and $1,000fourth-seventh place. In addition to his/her$5,000 cash prize, tools and other prizes, thefirst-place winner will receive an expense-paidtrip to Honolulu, Hawaii to compete at the AssociatedBuilders & Contractors’ (ABC) CraftChampionship, February 25 - March 1, 2009.First held in 1994, the AFSA National ApprenticeCompetition began with a handful ofparticipants competing, and nearly 15 years later,the competition has grown to become oneof the industry’s most recognized and respectedskills competitions, thanks in part to thesupport of AFSA contractor members, chapters,sponsors, and the volunteers who comprisethe Apprenticeship Competition Committee.For more information: http://www.firesprinkler.org/convention/apprcontest.html/.Next Beginning System Planning School –July 14-25, 2008 In 2007, AFSA trained nearly200 people from across the nation at itsever-popular Fire Sprinkler System PlanningSchool, an intense two-week immersion intothe world of fire sprinkler system layout featuringinstruction presented by AFSA’s technicalservices department. This course is a comprehensive,practical approach to preparingfire sprinkler system drawings.“The Fire Sprinkler System PlanningSchool is the only one of its kind to serve thisnext generation of layout technicians, estimators,inspectors, Authorities Having Jurisdiction,and plan reviewers,” states Marlene Garrett,AFSA director of educational services andmeetings. “Most attendees have little- to-noexperience in system design, plan drawing,hydraulics, and engineering. This school exposesthem to all aspects of layout and design,and prepares them to immediately beable to put that knowledge to use once backon the job.”Remaining 2008 classes are scheduledfor:July 14-25, August 11-22, September22 – October 3, and November 3-14. Theseschools are limited in size in order to maintaina level of personalized instruction, so theytend to fill quickly. Those interested in enrollingin one of the remaining 2008 schools maydownload a registration form online at www.firesprinkler.org/.Questions? Contact April Allen at aallen@firesprinkler.org or (214) 349-5965 ext. 132,but please note that registrations cannot betaken over the phone.Success Stories, Ordinances, InterestingInstalls – Tell Us! Recent headlines aroundthe country are praising automatic fire sprinklersystems for saving lives and property, allthe while helping to educate the general publicabout their existence and how they operate.Sharing these stories with customers andthe general public increases awareness and,in doing so, possibly leads to demands for thisprotection for all citizens. Also, Sprinkler Ageis always looking to feature AFSA memberswho are installing an interesting or unique firesprinkler system. It’s not too late to submitstories about your projects.If you hear of a success story, sprinkler ordinanceor an interesting installation, pleaselet us know! Send the information to NicoleDuvall, AFSA communications coordinator, viaemail: nduvall@firesprinkler.org or fax: (214)343-8898. nCalendarJuly8Alabama Fire Sprinkler Assn.“Weekly Inspection and Testing ofFire Pumps”Montgomery, Ala.14 - 25AFSA Beginning Fire SprinklerSystem Planning SchoolDallas, Texas15AFSA Seminar “The Business ofInspections – Risk and Rewards”Anywhere via Phone Connection29 - 31NFPA 15 th Annual Americas’ Fire &Security Expo 2008Miami Beach, Fla.August4-8South Carolina Fire Sprinkler Assn.Weeklong Seminar SeriesColumbia, S.C.11 - 22AFSA Beginning Fire SprinklerSystem Planning SchoolDallas, TexasSeptember22 - Oct. 3AFSA Beginning Fire SprinklerSystem Planning SchoolDallas, TexasOctober15-19AFSA Convention & ExhibitionWashington, D.C.30AFSA Seminar “Step-by-StepApproach to Seismic Bracing”Anywhere via Phone ConnectionNovember3 - 14AFSA Beginning Fire SprinklerSystem Planning SchoolDallas, Texas10-14Carolinas Chapter Seminar SeriesGreensboro, N.C.Seminars subject to change. Call (214)349-5965 to confirm locations and times.40 Sprinkler Age | June 2008

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CHAPTER newsConnecticut Fifty-five chapter members attendedits April 10, 2008 meeting held at theHawthorne Inn in Meriden, Conn. The meetingwas called to order with greetings by ViceChair Jack Jensen. He spoke with regard tothe recent hearing at the State Legislature regardingthe apprentice ratio. This is ongoingeffort with the backing of the ABC. Bob Hollishas been appointed to the newly formed ApprenticeTask Force. Jensen also announcedthe chapter’s burn trailer has again been invitedto be part of the town of Wilton, Conn.’spublic safety event.Atlantic American’s Pat Roche was thenight’s guest vendor and Uponor’s PatrickReed was the featured speaker. Roche presentedon above and below ground storagetanks, foam system equipment and support.Reed spoke about residential sprinkler systemsand Connecticut’s requirements for installationof such systems. For more information,visit www.afsact.org.Louisiana Getting down to business, LouisianaChapter Chair Linda Biernacki opened discussionat the chapter’s April 22 meeting onthe proposed State Fire Marshal AdministrativeRules previously emailed to all members.The meeting, held at the Fire Marshal’sOffice in Baton Rouge, La., focused on an informativediscussion with employees of theLouisiana State Fire Marshal’s office: ButchBrowning, Don Zeringue, Linda Burch,Felicia Cooper, and Boyd Petty. ZeringueASSOCIATION newspassed out charts showing the status of StateFire Marshal plan review, noting that the office’sgoal is to complete plan reviews withintwo weeks of receipt of plans. The currenttime is running approximately four weeks, buthe is hoping to reduce that turnover time bybringing in an engineer.Linda Biernacki noted that the chapter isstill looking for an executive director. If youknow anyone who might be interested or ifyou would like to see a list of requirementsfor the position, contact Biernacki at lbiernacki@firetechsystems.com.Southern California Twenty-six membersof the AFSA Southern California Chaptermet at Mr. Stox Restaurant in Anaheim, Calif.for the group’s April 2008 meeting featuring“Seismic Requirements in the Adoptionof the ’07 CBC,” presented by Ken Wagonerof Parsley Consulting, NICET Level IV designerand member of Hanging and Bracing Subcommitteeof NFPA 13.The AFSA So Cal chapter’s next meeting isJuly 15 at 11:30 a.m. at Mr. Stox in Anaheim.Virginia Twenty-six chapter members joinedtogether April 1, 2008 for its monthly meeting.The main order of business for the chapterwas legislation. It was reported that HouseBill 333 and Senate Bill 363 requiring retrofittingcertain high-rise buildings with sprinklersdid not pass but was carried over to the 2009session. The chapter plans to actively supportthis effort and made a call for a coordinator toorganize this activity.Education was also a high note of themeeting with details of the 2008 NFPA 13seminar announced followed by an informativepresentation on recent changes to thesprinkler standard. Mike Meehan with VirginiaSprinkler, Virginia Beach office, made a veryinformative presentation on recent changes tothe NFPA 13 sprinkler standard. To learn moreabout NFPA 13, the annual chapter-presentedseminar on NFPA 13 will be October 8, 2008at the Henrico Training Facility.The 15th Annual AFSA Virginia ChapterBurn Survivors’ Golf Tournament will be heldSeptember 10, 2008 in Richmond, Va. Formore information, contact Executive DirectorHoward Summers, hhsummers@cox.net, orvisit http://www.afsavirginia.com/.Yankee Steven Andrews, senior vice presidentof Sovereign Bank, was the guest speakerat the AFSA Yankee Chapter’s April 22meeting at The Chateau in Westboro, Mass.His presentation on the 2008-2009 New EnglandConstruction Forecast following lunchwas well received.The chapter’s next meeting will be its 20thAnnual Charity Golf Tournament August 11in Worcester, Mass. For more information,contact Executive Director Dan Quarella atdquarella@msins.com or (508) 341-1500. nGFSA The March 11 meeting of the GeorgiaFire Sprinkler Association (GFSA) held at ChequersRestaurant featured such highlights ashonoring longtime members, code updates,and a presentation by two construction lawyersdetailing a proposed new lien law. On behalfof GFSA, Scott Donnelly presented Mr.Wakefield (92 years old) and Mr. Chestnut (86years old) with plaques for their commitment.Executive Director Billy Wood said BanksHaley is doing a great job with the ApprenticeshipTraining program because he is receivingmore and more calls about the program.GFSA officials are also attempting toschedule another meeting with CherokeeCounty to address some of the past issuescontractors have faced. Bobby McCulloughreported to State Fire Marshal Dwayne Garrissthe results of the contractor member pollfor the three proposed amendment revisionsdiscussed at the January meeting. Of the 37contractor members, 14 responded to agreewith the three requested changes and one respondedobjecting to the changes.Garriss said as of Friday, May 9, the Statehas adopted NFPA 25, 2008 as an emergencyrule, presently applicable only to facilities thatproduce dust similar to the facility near Savannah,Ga., which was recently involved in anexplosion. Garriss said the State is continuingthe plans for requiring licensed inspectors tocarry identification badges.Garriss attended the recent ICC hearingsin which 2,189 code changes were presented,one of which passed involving residentialsprinklers. It did not pass with a 13D systembut with a way to calculate the system off thecurrent plumbing and is a part of the residentialplumbing code. Garriss and others tried toget sprinklers installed retroactively in highrisebuildings, but it failed. This group did geta requirement for the installation of sprinklersin new town homes to pass. These items willbecome a part of the IBC codes at the SeptemberICC meeting in Minneapolis unlessoverturned by floor votes.Rounding out the March meeting, constructionattorneys Kammy Malavi and JanieStoetsil discussed construction law updatesreferencing two items for the group tolook out for. One is a draft of the new lien lawwhich is about to be approved by the Georgialegislature. It will change the lien law for bothsuppliers and contractors effective March2009. The second draft Scott Zucker sharedwas from the state legislature and has to dowith the ability of the government to confiscateany vehicle, including company owned,being driven by an illegal alien who is pulledover for a traffic offence or an accident. Formore information visit http://www.georgiafiresprinkler.org/.n42 Sprinkler Age | June 2008

INDUSTRY newsViking Group Sells Assets of Viking ElectronicServices Subsidiary The Viking Groupannounced that it would sell substantially allof the assets of its Viking Electronic Services(VES) subsidiary to Kentec Electronics Limitedof the United Kingdom (Kentec). The transactionwas effective April 24, 2008, and Kentecbegan supporting the VES business and customersimmediately.Viking Group did not retain ownershipof any portion of the VES business. Kentecwill do business under its own name andthe “VES” acronym going forward. With VikingGroup’s exit from the alarm and detectionmarket, the company will focus on itscore competencies in the fire sprinkler industry.Through this asset purchase, Kentec hassignificantly broadened its range of productsand services for the fire alarm and detectionmarket. “Kentec and Viking have similar reputationsfor quality and service. This is an excellentcombination, and we are confidentthat both Kentec and former VES customerswill be well served in the future,” says TomGroos, Viking Group chairman. Visit www.vikinggroupinc.comor call 800-968-9501.Viking SupplyNet Announces New Richmond,Va. Location Viking SupplyNet announcedplans to open a new distribution andfabrication facility in Richmond, Va. The newlocation is Viking SupplyNet’s thirty-third locationin North America and forty-ninth worldwide.In addition to stocking a broad inventoryof fire protection products, the Richmond servicecenter will provide complete pipe fabricationservices including threading, grooving, andwelding of black or galvanized pipe. This new36,000 ft 2 facility compliments Viking Supply-Net’s existing locations in Jessup, Md. andCharlotte, N.C. Contact information is as follows:Viking SupplyNet, 4593 Carolina Ave,Richmond, VA 23222; phone: (804) 228-1107;fax: (804) 228-1556; and email: east@supplynet.com.Northwest Pipe Reports Record ResultsNorthwest Pipe Company recently reportedthe highest annual sales and earnings inits history. Sales for the year ended December31, 2007 were $382.8 million compared to$346.6 million in 2006. Net income was $20.8million, compared to $20.0 million in 2006.The 2006 results included a non-recurring gainon sale of approximately $7.7 million.For the fourth quarter, the company reportedsales of $98.2 million compared to $97.5million for the fourth quarter of 2006. Fourthquarter net income was $5.6 million, or $0.60per diluted share, slightly lower than the $6.0million recorded for the same quarter lastyear. Visit http://www.nwpipe.com/. nWayne Automatic Fire SprinklersCelebrates 30th Anniversary Wayne Geyfounded the company as a fire sprinkler contractorwith only four employees. The companyis now a full-service life-safety contractor withover 580 employees and seven offices forconstruction projects in the residential, commercialand industrial marketplace. Wayne AutomaticFire Sprinklers has annual revenues ofover $84 million. Gey and the company havebeen recognized locally and nationally for theiropen book management method. In 2007, Geywas recognized at the Orlando Business Journal’sEntrepreneur of the Year.Wayne Automatic Fire Sprinklers hasgrown to the largest fire protection companyin Florida. Founded in 1978 in Ocoee, Fla.,Wayne Automatic Fire Sprinklers, Inc. maintainsoffices in seven locations: Orlando, Jacksonville,Ft. Myers, Pompano, Tampa, Pt. St.Lucie, Fla. and Charlotte, N.C.Call Today - 770-495-1993www.BuildingReports.com • sales@BuildingReports.com1325 Satellite Boulevard • Suite 1607 • Suwanee, GA 30024Sprinkler Age | June 200843

PEOPLE IN THE newsIn Memoriam: “B.J.” Gey AFSA staff and memberswere saddened to learn that Brian JeffreyGey “B.J.” 27, of Montverde, Fla., died May 12,2008 as the result of injuries sustained in an automobileaccident. He is the son of Wayne Geyand Brenda Gowen Gey. He was a designer forWayne Fire Sprinklers, Inc. Besides his parents,he is survived by his wife of five years, StefaneeKocielko Gey; his in-laws Bonita and Jerry Kocielko;brother Clark and sister-in-law JeanneGey all of Montverde; sister Meladie and brother-in-lawAndy Burke of Alexandria, Va.; and fournieces and four nephews. Mass of the Resurrectionfor B.J. Gey was held May 16, 2008 atBlessed Sacrament Catholic Church. In lieu offlowers the family has requested that donationsbe made at any Wachovia Bank to the KarinaDuarte Fund, an employee of Wayne AutomaticFire Sprinklers who lost her six-year-old son in acar accident on May 11, 2008.Victaulic Reports Passing of InstrumentalVice President It is with great sadness thatVictaulic reports the passing of John E. Perry,61. He died May 1, 2008. Perry was vice presidentof fire protection and new business withVictaulic Company in Easton, Pa. He had beenwith Victaulic since 1997 and was responsibleKnox ® FDC Protection Program Call 800-552-56694" StorzLokfor leading the company into the fire sprinkler,valve and devices market.Prior to Victaulic, he held engineering andgeneral management positions with GrinnellSupply Sales, which is now Tyco Fire Products,Elcen Metal Products, Chemetron FireSystems, Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. andHooker Chemical Corporation. He was activein the fire protection industry for many years.He was a member of the National Fire ProtectionAssociation (NFPA) and its TechnicalCommittees on Automatic Sprinklers, PortableFire Extinguishers, Foam Extinguishing Systems,Dry Chemical Extinguishing Systemsand Foam Water Sprinkler Systems.Perry was a registered professional engineerand held a Bachelor of Science degree inMetallurgical Engineering from the Illinois Instituteof Technology and an MBA from NorthwesternUniversity’s Kellog School of Management.He is survived by his wife Kathy,three daughters and six grandchildren. Memorialdonations in John’s name may be sentto Meals on Wheels of Northampton County,4240 Fritch Dr., Bethlehem, PA 18020.Viking SupplyNet Welcomes New TerritoryManager to South Region Viking SupplyNet2.5" & 1.5"FDC Plug5" StorzLokSecureCap2.5" FemaleKnox Keywrench www.knoxbox.com announces the addition of Tommy Habermanto their south region sales team. In his new roleas a territory manager with Viking SupplyNet,Haberman will be responsible for developingand enhancing the company’s relationship withfire sprinkler contractors in Arkansas, Louisiana,Mississippi, and Western Tennessee.Haberman, who will be based out of VikingSupplyNet’s service center in Memphis, joinedthe Viking SupplyNet team effective April 7,2008. Haberman currently resides with hisfamily in Houston, Texas and will be relocatingto the Memphis area. He holds a Bachelor ofScience degree in Industrial Distribution fromTexas A&M and has over 10 years of fire protectionexperience. Visit www.vikinggroupinc.com or call 800-968-9501.JLG Promotes Alton to VP and GM for CaterpillarAlliance Group JLG Industries, Inc.,an Oshkosh Corporation company and a leadingmanufacturer of aerial work platforms andtelescopic materialhandlers, announcedthe promotion of RickAlton to the positionof vice president andgeneral manager forJLG’s Caterpillar AllianceGroup (CAG).Craig Paylor, presidentof JLG, madethe announcement.Alton will be responsible for the continuedgrowth and expansion of the Caterpillar AllianceGroup and will continue to build on thesuccessful global alliance with Caterpillar. Hewill continue to develop the global high performanceteam and implement the businessstrategies related to the CAG. Alton began hiscareer with JLG in 1996 as a product specialist.Since then, he has held a variety of positionsincluding account manager, regionalsales manager, and global sales and productsupport vice president for the CAG.Code Officials Honored for Commitmentto Building Safety The New York City BuildingsDepartment and a Ravi Shah, directorof Urban Development for the city of Carrollton,Texas are the first recipients of the InternationalCode Council Raising the ProfileAwards. The awards honor individuals or organizationsfor contributions to raising the publicawareness of the work accomplished by codeofficials to improve public safety in the builtenvironment. Visit www.iccsafe.org for additionaldetails. n44 Sprinkler Age | June 2008

PRODUCT newsDon’tthrowawayyouroldthreadingdies...Recyclethem!Dry ESFR Sprinkler Breaks New Groundin Cold Storage Fire Protection Viking hasintroduced an innovative fire sprinkler thatcombines dry sprinkler technology with thefire suppression benefits of an ESFR (EarlySuppression Fast Response) sprinkler. Thenew VK501 dry ESFR pendent sprinkler isa leap forward in fire protection technologyfor freezer and cold storage environments.By enabling a suppression sprinkler to be installedon a wet pipe system, the new sprinklermay eliminate the need for a preactionsystem in certain cold storage applications.The patent-pending VK501 sprinkler,which is c-UL-us listed for use with wet systems,is listed to protect the same commoditiesand storage arrangements as Viking’sstandard K14 ESFR pendent sprinkler. Usedto protect a cold storage area within a structure,the dry ESFR sprinkler is supplied froma wet system installed in a heated space. Inthis scenario, the VK501 eliminates the needfor a preaction system and in-rack sprinklers.Viking’s new dry ESFR sprinkler has aK factor of 14.0 (202). To ensure a preciseK factor, the sprinkler is offered in asingle length of 36 in (0,9 m). The 165°F(74°C) sprinkler is available standard with a2-in. (50-mm) grooved connection. A 1 1 / 2-in.(40-mm) threaded version is also available.Each dry ESFR sprinkler is shipped withtwo insulating boot assemblies, which helpseal the clearance space around the drysprinkler’s barrel. When properly installedabove and below the ceiling penetration,the insulating boots decrease the potentialfor condensation and ice to build-up aroundthe sprinkler. For more information on theVK501 dry ESFR sprinkler, or any of Viking’sproducts and services, visit www.vikinggroupinc.comor call 800-968-9501.Victaulic Announces Availability of K14and K16.8 Early Suppression Fast ResponsePendent Sprinklers Victaulic announcesthe availability of the K14 ModelV4402 and K17 Model V4404 Early SuppressionFast Response (ESFR) Pendent sprinklers.These ESFR sprinklers are c-UL-usListed for use in accordance with the ESFRsections of NFPA 13. The sprinkler is constructedof a robust die cast brass frame withstainless steel operating components to ensurelong life and prompt, precise activation.The Teflon coated Belleville spring seal is atime tested feature which provides excellentresistance to corrosive water supplies, thusensuring a long term water-tight seal.The Model V4404 has a K-Factor of 16.8imp/24.25.I. to reduce the required operatingpressures and possibly eliminate the need fora fire pump. With a maximum working pressureof 175psi/1200kPa, the maximum ceilingheight for these sprinklers is 40 ft/12.2 metersand the maximum commodity height is35 ft/10.7 meters.Victaulic offers a complete line of fire protectionproducts for wet, dry, deluge and preactionsystems. The company’s line of fireprotection products includes couplings, fittings,devices, valves, sprinklers, pipe preparationtools and other sprinkler system components.Visit www.victaulic.com/.The ESGP Anti-Rattle Grommet Fits Factory-andField-Punched Holes The ESGP Anti-RattleGrommet, part of the CADDY ® linefrom ERICO ® , offers an easy-to-install methodof providing 360° protection for plumbing,fire sprinkler piping and tubing, electrical cablingand low-voltage cabling.The ESGP is ideal for both factory- andfield-punched holes and fits 1 / 2-in., 3 / 4-in.FREEPFTETAPE!500rollsofPFTEtapeforevery10setsofused HSSdiesOVER$100VALUE!ORARGCOwillgiveyou$5foreachsetofusedHSSuniversaldiesARGCO recycles Ridgid ® andRothenberger ® High Speed SteelUniversal threading dies. Call for detailsUP TO $300 CREDIT FOR YOUR300 ® POWER DRIVE CORESRidgid ® is a registered trademark of the Ridge Tool CompanySprinkler Age | June 200845

and 1-in. copper tubing. A convenient backto-backfeature allows the grommet to fitevery metal stud hole. The grommet providessuperior anti-rattle protection and canbe split to allow for installation on pre-existingtube or pipe. Call 1-800-333-0852 or visitwww.erico.com. nadvertisersAdvanced Fire Technology, Inc. 18AFCON 24-25AGF Manufacturing 20Al Minicola Insurance Co. 13Apollo Valves, a Conbraco Ind. Inc. Brand 35ARGCO 8, 45Building Reports 43The ESGP Anti-Rattle Grommet.Clarke Fire Protection Products 34D System, Inc. 22Ferguson Fire & FabricationIBCFire Protection Products, Inc. 15Firewater Systems, Inc. 19FlexHead Industries, Inc. 7FPC Magazine 10GECCO, Inc. 30General Air Products, Inc. 4Globe Fire Sprinkler Company 6HD Supply – Fire Protection 17Huguenot Laboratories 27Hydro Flow Products, Inc. 37Knox Company 44Lindapter North America 21Metraflex 29OnSite Software, Inc. 14Pace Machinery Group, Inc. 31Potter Electric Signal Company 3Reed Manufacturing Company 16Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co.IFCS-P-D, Inc. 36Trade Tool & Supply 9Tyco Fire Products32, BCU.S. Tool 38Victaulic 11Viking Group, Inc. 41Wheeler-Rex 12Wilkins, a Zurn Company 2846 Sprinkler Age | June 2008

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