Design of Special Hazards and
Fire Alarm Systems, 2E
Robert Gagnon
Design of Special Hazards and Fire Alarm
Systems, 2E is an
essential resource for inspecting, designing, installing, using, and
understanding a wide variety of simple and complex special hazard
and fire alarm systems.
Updated to reflect eight of the most current
NFPA standards for optimum code-compliant performance, including the
2007 Edition of NFPA 72, the book
also uses real-world applications and covers the latest technologies
so readers can easily transfer the information they learn to their
daily work experiences.
Ideal for
architects, engineers, layout technicians, fire service personnel,
plumbers, mechanical contractors, and sprinkler firms, it is a
valuable reference tool for anyone who interacts with these
important and intricate systems.
Features:
- Coverage of the latest
technologies ensures that readers get information
that is current, accurate, and immediately
applicable
- Includes tables and graphics
from the latest NFPA Standards covering systems such
as carbon dioxide, explosion prevention, water mist
fire protection, and clean agent fire extinguishing
- Simplified methodology for
calculating and designing special hazards systems
and fire alarm systems facilitates comprehension for
readers of all levels
- New technologies and systems
are featured in clear-cut photos, bringing key
concepts to life
- Numerous examples, problems,
and activities encourage critical thinking and
application of key concepts
- Ethical practice of special
hazards design is covered in detail to ensure
proficiency on the job
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Contents:
Introduction.
Contract Drawings.
Specifications.
Surveys.
Specialized Agents & Their
Applications.
Fire Extinguishers.
Low Expansion Foam System Design.
High Expansion Foam System Design.
Halon System Design.
Clean Agent System Design.
Water Mist System Design.
Carbon Dioxide System Design.
Wet & Dry System Design.
Fire Alarm Systems.
Fire Detection Systems.
Fire Alarm & Detection System Design
Ethics & Professional Development.
Complete Reference Tables for the
Design of Special Hazard & Fire Alarm & Detection Systems.
400 Pages -
8-1/2x 9-1/2 in.
Copyright 2008
About the Author:
Robert M. Gagnon, PE, SET, FSFPE is the
President of Gagnon Engineering and a lecturer at the University of
Maryland's Department of Fire Protection
Engineering.
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Locations
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Fire / Firefighting / Fire Protection /
Fire Investigation
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Gas Detectors
Building Code Related
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