Residential sprinkler installation practice to maximise functionality and to prevent possible fire penetration - BD 2551

Department for Communities and Local Government, 2009
Residential sprinkler installation practice to maximise functionality and to prevent possible fire penetration - BD 2551 Download document

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Abstract

Comprises a CLG-BRE investigation into installation of sprinklers including the practice of boxing-in. Explores information and guidance for installation practices and looked at the influence of ceiling penetrations on integrity of separating timber floor compartmentation. Highlighted conclusions reveal there were detrimental affects for both concealed sprinklers with vent holes completely sealed and boxed in sprinklers in comparison with sprinklers in open spaces. Further observations included floor/ceiling constructions, ceiling speakers and plasterboard boxes for ceiling speaker hole penetrations.

History

Appendix C - "Compartment integrity test results" (DCLG, 2009), is included on The Construction Information Service as a separate document.

ISBN

9781409819820

Subjects

  • Building services
  • Electrical services
  • Fire fighting equipment

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Now known as the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. The Department for Communities and Local Government is a UK Government department that works to create thriving, sustainable, vibrant communities that improve everyone's quality of life. This includes housing, improving public services, regeneration, sustainability and the prevention of anti-social behaviour. They were formerly known as the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister.

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