SECTION 21 13 00

FIRE SUPPRESSION SPRINKLERS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Wet-pipe sprinkler system.

1.2 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 07 8400 - Fire stopping.
B. Section 08 3477 - Smoke Control Curtain Assemblies: Smoke and fire curtains to be released by
activation of sprinkler system.
C. Section 14 9100 - Facility Chutes: Sprinkler heads inside chutes.
D. Section 21 0500 - Common Work Results for Fire Suppression: Pipe and fittings.
E. Section 21 0523 - General-Duty Valves for Water-Based Fire-Suppression Piping.
F. Section 21 0548 - Vibration and Seismic Controls for Fire Suppression Piping and Equipment.
G. Section 21 0553 - Identification for Fire Suppression Piping and Equipment.
H. Section 21 1200 - Fire-Suppression Standpipes.
I. Section 21 3000 - Fire Pumps.
J. Section 22 0548 - Vibration and Seismic Controls for Plumbing Piping and Equipment.
K. Section 22 0553 - Mechanical Identification.
L. Section 26 2717 - Equipment Wiring: Electrical characteristics and wiring connections.
M. Section 28 3100 - Fire Detection and Alarm.

1.3 REFERENCE STANDARDS

A. FM (AG) - FM Approval Guide; current edition.
B. ICC-ES AC01 - Acceptance Criteria for Expansion Anchors in Masonry Elements; 2012.
C. ICC-ES AC106 - Acceptance Criteria for Predrilled Fasteners (Screw Anchors) in Masonry
Elements; 2012.
D. ICC-ES AC193 - Acceptance Criteria for Mechanical Anchors in Concrete Elements; 2013.
E. ICC-ES AC308 - Acceptance Criteria for Post-Installed Adhesive Anchors in Concrete
Elements; 2013.
F. ITS (DIR) - Directory of Listed Products; Intertek Testing Services NA, Inc.; current edition.
G. NFPA 13 - Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems; National Fire Protection Association;
2016.
H. NFPA 1963 - Standard for Fire Hose Connections; 2014.
I. UL (DIR) - Online Certifications Directory; Underwriters Laboratories Inc.; current listings at
database.ul.com.
J. UL 405 - Fire Department Connection Devices; Current Edition; Including All Revisions.

1.4 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

A. Pre installation Meeting: Convene one week before starting work of this section.

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1.5 SUBMITTALS
A. See Section 01 3000 - Administrative Requirements, for submittal procedures.
B. Product Data: Provide data on sprinklers, valves, and specialties, including manufacturers catalog
information. Submit performance ratings, rough-in details, weights, support requirements, and piping
connections.
C. Shop Drawings:
1. Submit preliminary layout of finished ceiling areas indicating only sprinkler locations
coordinated with ceiling installation.
2. Indicate hydraulic calculations, detailed pipe layout, hangers and supports, sprinklers,
components and accessories. Indicate system controls.
3. Submit shop drawings to Authorities Having Jurisdiction for approval. Submit proof of approval
to Architect/Engineer.
D. Samples: Submit two of each style of sprinkler specified.
E. Manufacturer's Certificate: Certify that system has been tested and meets or exceeds specified
requirements and code requirements.
F. Operation and Maintenance Data: Include components of system, servicing requirements, record
drawings, inspection data, replacement part numbers and availability, and location and numbers of
service depot.
G. Maintenance Materials: Furnish the following for Employer/Owner's use in maintenance of project.
1. See Section 01 6000 - Product Requirements, for additional provisions.
2. Extra Sprinklers: Type and size matching those installed, in quantity required by referenced
NFPA design and installation standard.
3. Sprinkler Wrenches: For each sprinkler type.
H. Project Record Documents: Record actual locations of sprinklers and deviations of piping from
drawings. Indicate drain and test locations.

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Maintain one copy of referenced design and installation standard on site.
B. Conform to FM (AG) and/or UL (DIR) requirements

C. Conform to the UAE FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY CODE OF PARCTICE and to local civil defense
requirement.
D. Designer Qualifications: Design system under direct supervision of a Professional Engineer
experienced in design of this type of work and licensed in the State in which the Project is located.
E. Manufacturer Qualifications: Company specializing in manufacturing the Products specified in this
section with minimum ten years documented experience.
F. Installer Qualifications: Company specializing in performing the work of this section with minimum
five years experience.
G. Equipment and Components: Provide products that bear FM (AG) or UL (DIR) label or marking.
H. Products Requiring Electrical Connection: Listed and classified by UL (DIR) as suitable for the
purpose specified and indicated.

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Store products in shipping containers and maintain in place until installation. Provide temporary inlet
and outlet caps. Maintain caps in place until installation.

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PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 SPRINKLER SYSTEM

A. Interface system with building fire and smoke alarm system.
B. Provide fire department connections where indicated on drawings.
C. Storage Cabinet for Spare Sprinklers and Tools: Steel, located adjacent to alarm valve.
D. Pipe Hanger Fasteners: Attach hangers to structure using appropriate fasteners, as follows:
1. Concrete Wedge Expansion Anchors: Complying with ICC-ES AC193.
2. Masonry Wedge Expansion Anchors: Complying with ICC-ES AC01.
3. Concrete Screw Type Anchors: Complying with ICC-ES AC193.
4. Masonry Screw Type Anchors: Complying with ICC-ES AC106.
5. Concrete Adhesive Type Anchors: Complying with ICC-ES AC308.
6. Other Types: As required.

2.2 SPRINKLERS

A. Suspended Ceiling Type: Recessed pendant type with matching screw on escutcheon plate.
1. Response Type: Quick.
2. Coverage Type: Standard.
3. Finish: Enamel, color to match ceiling color.
4. Escutcheon Plate Finish: Enamel, color to match ceiling color.
5. Fusible Link: Glass bulb type temperature rated for specific area hazard.

B. Exposed Area Type: Upright type with guard.

1. Response Type: Quick.
2. Coverage Type: Standard.
3. Finish: Brass.
4. Fusible Link: Fusible solder link type temperature rated for specific area hazard.

C. Sidewall Type: Recessed horizontal sidewall type with matching push on escutcheon plate.
1. Response Type: Quick.
2. Coverage Type: Standard and extended.
3. Finish: Enamel, color to match ceiling color.
4. Escutcheon Plate Finish: Enamel, color to match ceiling color.
5. Fusible Link: Glass bulb type temperature rated for specific area hazard.

D. Dry Sprinklers(Sprinklers for installation in cold rooms): Plain barrel pendant type with
matching push on escutcheon plate.
1. Response Type: Quick.
2. Coverage Type: Standard.
3. Finish: Brass.
4. Cover Plate Finish: Brass.
5. Fusible Link: Fusible solder link type temperature rated for specific area hazard.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION
A. Install in accordance with referenced NFPA design and installation standard.
B. Install equipment in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

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 C. Install buried shut-off valves in valve box. Provide post indicator.
D. Locate fire department connection with sufficient clearance from walls, obstructions, or adjacent
Siamese connectors to allow full swing of fire department wrench handle.
E. Locate outside alarm gong on building wall as indicated.
F. Place pipe runs to minimize obstruction to other work.
G. Place piping in concealed spaces above finished ceilings.
H. Center sprinklers in two directions in ceiling tile and provide piping offsets as required.
I. Apply masking tape or paper cover to ensure concealed sprinklers, cover plates, and sprinkler
escutcheons do not receive field paint finish. Remove after painting. Replace painted sprinklers.
J. Install and connect to fire pump system in accordance with Section 21 3000.
K. Install air compressor on vibration isolators. Refer to Section 22 0548.
L. Flush entire piping system of foreign matter.
M. Install guards on sprinklers in stores and plant rooms.
N. Hydrostatically test entire system.
O. Require test be witnessed by Authority Having Jurisdiction.

3.2 INTERFACE WITH OTHER PRODUCTS

A. Ensure required devices are installed and connected as required to fire alarm system.

END OF SECTION

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