Fire Sprinkler Systems

At BattleGround Fire Protection know that having a fire sprinkler system is no longer an option. They save property, they save assets and most importantly, they save lives.

Since 1864, Fire sprinkler systems have been the first line of defense when protecting lives and property in many types of buildings and applications spanning a wide spectrum of industries. Many building codes at the federal, state and municipal levels require the use of sprinkler systems in certain occupancies. There are several types of Automatic Sprinkler Systems that could be uniquely suited to your building, its occupants and applications within the facility. BattleGround Fire Protection will help you determine the best solution for protecting lives and property while working with you to design the best system to fit your needs.  We offer services that include the entire cycle of fire suppression systems such as consultation, design, installation, maintenance, inspection and repair services.

BattleGround's fire sprinkler system inspection and preventative maintenance services, will allow you to feel confident that your systems are prepared to protect the lives of the building’s occupants, protect your property, as well as pass your local fire protection jurisdiction requirements. Inspection and maintenance of sprinklers are required on a monthly, quarterly, semiannual, annual, and five-year basis. We can work with you to design an inspection and maintenance program that will keep you up to date and safe. By performing the required inspection and maintenance to your systems, you will help extend the life of the system, improve its reliability and reduce the overall cost of maintenance.

At BattleGround our design staff utilizes 3D CAD design programs which enable us to coordinate fire sprinkler design with other trades involved with any of our projects. We can design systems for a wide variety of facilities including data centers, warehouses, retail spaces, residential or any other site where a wet or dry system is required or pre-exsisting. Our experienced technicians can handle fire protection-related emergencies of any kind and size.

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WHAT TO EXPECT DURING THE INSPECTION PROCESS

  • Inspection to determine if the system is in service and in satisfactory condition
  • Identify any conditions that could compromise the performance of the mechanical and electrical components of the system
  • Inspect for adequate clearance, condition, and position of the sprinkler heads to allow for proper distribution and activation
  • Inspection of the sprinkler control valves for proper position, condition, accessibility, and appropriate signage
  • Inspect and perform required water-flow tests for each system from main drain and inspectors test valve (weather permitting)
  • Visual inspection of the fire department connection, caps, threads, clappers, check valves, and drains
  • Inspection and testing of the fire sprinkler system alarm components for satisfactory condition and operation
  • Check of spare head box for proper supply and wrench
  • Inspection of the general condition of visible and accessible sprinkler system piping, hangers, drain valves, gauges, and related equipment
  • Test of the operation of sprinkler air compressors for proper activation and shut off, if applicable
  • Test of all low-pressure alarms, supervisory circuits, and auxiliary functions for proper operation
  • Review of customer changes in building status and occupancy hazard classifications that may affect the performance and reliability of the fire sprinkler system
  • Tag devices as required and performance of all required record keeping
  • Compile a complete report of the inspection, explain any deficiencies and recommendations for any corrective actions in accordance with local codes and fire standards

Fire Hydrant Flow Test

 

We calculate the flow rate (GPM) and pressure (PSI) at a specific point in the water supply.

MAINTENANCE REQUIRMENTS

  • Weekly / Monthly
  • Inspection of the gauges dependent upon the type of system
  • 3 Months
  • Inspection of hydraulic nameplate, FDC and alarm devices
  • Yearly
  • Inspection and testing of control valves, alarm switches,FDC, gauges and visible piping
  • Inspection of fittings, sprinklers, and hangars/bracing
  • 5 YEARS
  • Inspection of hoses, containers and piping
  • Internal pipe inspections and obstruction investigations
  • Standpipe Testing