Get specific guidance on designing, operating, and maintaining water distribution systems as they relate to fire protection and fire suppression activities and maximize fire protection benefits, while delivering safe, potable water to customers.
Benefits: The fourth edition has all the information you need to
Understand the influence of fire protection requirements on distribution system design
Determine required fire flows, using approved calculation methods
Correctly size water system components and storage facilities
Provide adequate and reliable system operation even when individual components are out of service
Design water supply for sprinklered properties
Improve your fire insurance rating
Work with local fire departments, building code officials, and other partners in fire protection
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| SDO | AWWA: American Water Works Association |
| Document Number | M31 |
| Publication Date | Jan. 1, 2008 |
| Language | en - English |
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