Fire

Protection
Systems
Third Edition

ASPE

American Society of
Plumbing Engineers,"

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FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS

THIRD EDITION

CHAIR
Jonathan Kulpit, PE, CPD, CFPS

CONTRIBUTORS
Wally Barker|Scott Bartmess, PE, CFPS |Allen Bunner
Brian Conway, PE | Jerry Graupman | Bill Howerton
Jonathan Kulpit, PE, CPD, CFPS | Daniel Lampke, M.S.F.P.E.
Matthew Sciarretti, PE, CPD, CFPS, LEED AP BD+C | Julie Sherby
Bella Treyger | Greg Trombold

TECHNICAL REVIEWERS
Anthony Curiale, CPD, LEED AP | Carol Johnson, CPD, LEED AP, CFI
Larisa Miro, CPD | April Ricketts, PE, CPD
Frank Sanchez, CPD, GPD | Susan Smith | Karl Yrjanainen, PE, CPD
James Zebrowski, PE, CPD, FASPE | Stephen Ziga, CPD, SET, CFPS
Thura Zin, CPD, GPD

EDITOR
Gretchen Pienta

GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Nadine Saucedo

ABOUT ASPE
The American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE), founded in 1964, is the international
organization for professionals skilled in the design and specification of plumbing systems.
ASPE is dedicated to the advancement of the science of plumbing engineering, to the
professional growth and advancement of its members, and to the health, welfare, and
safety of the public. The Society disseminates technical data and information, sponsors
activities that facilitate interaction with fellow professionals, and, through research and
education programs, expands the base of knowledge of the plumbing engineering industry.
ASPE members are leaders in innovative plumbing design, effective materials and energy
use, and the application of advanced techniques from around the world.