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Hydrants & Sprinklers 7 months, 3 weeks ago
How does an automatic fire sprinkler glass bulb shatter?

I am checking the sprinkler system setup for our restaurant in Vashi, Navi Mumbai. I see a tiny red glass liquid-filled bulb inside each head. How does it detect a fire and release water?

Verified Safety Expert Answer

The glass bulb contains a specially formulated glycerin-based liquid. When a fire occurs, the rising air temperature heats the bulb. The liquid expands rapidly until it exceeds the structural strength …

Hydrants & Sprinklers 8 months, 1 week ago
What is the difference between a wet riser and a dry riser system?

We have a 7-story commercial office building in Pune. Our consultant says we can install a dry riser instead of a wet riser to save costs. Is a dry riser legal for buildings under 24 meters height under local laws?

Verified Safety Expert Answer

A Dry Riser is an empty pipe system containing landing valves that has no permanent water connection. Firefighters must connect their fire truck pumps to the inlet breach at the …

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