Standard for the Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection
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The NFPA 20-2019 standard has been revised to incorporate new technologies and improve application. It provides comprehensive requirements for fire pumps, limited service controllers, and pumps in series. This standard is a trusted industry resource for ensuring fire pump readiness and reliability.
The 2019 edition of NFPA 20 includes added requirements to address recent advancements in the field. These advancements include automated inspection and testing, distance monitoring, automated valves, and self-regulating variable speed fire pump units. By including these new technologies, the standard stays up-to-date with the latest advancements in the industry.
Furthermore, the standard includes other improvements to prevent errors and misinterpretations. The requirements for hydraulic cranking systems have been revised to differentiate between primary and secondary systems. Annex C has undergone significant revisions to make data formatting more universal. New definitions, such as "very tall building," have been added, and requirements pertaining to such buildings have been expanded.
| Language(s) | English |
| File Size | 3.0 MB |
