The requirements and challenges of residential fire sprinkler systems and water meters

摘要

Now that many jurisdictions across the country are mandating fire sprinkler systems in new-home construction, designers need to be aware of the requirements and challenges these systems can face in relation to water meters.This article will reveal factors to consider when designing a fire sprinkler system for a home and how water meters or other flow-restricting devices can have an impact on system effectiveness.Positive displacement (PD) meters are the most common residential water meters in new-home construction. (However, electromagnetic and ultrasonic meters are beginning to see more use due to their enhanced accuracy and durability).