We will also present the current installation requirements for generators based on the 2019 edition of NFPA 13 and we will discuss the proposed changes to NFPA 13 for the 2022 edition.
We will also present the current installation requirements for generators based on the 2019 edition of NFPA 13 and we will discuss the proposed changes to NFPA 13 for the 2022 edition.
Upon completion of this webinar, participants will be able to:
1. Explain when the installation of a nitrogen system is warranted.
2. Identify the needed system information to properly size a nitrogen generator.
3. Identify the potential benefits of the sprinkler system design for the installation of a nitrogen generator.
Speakers:
John August Denhardt, PE, FPE, FSFPE | AFSA
John August Denhardt, FPE, FSFPE, is Vice President of Engineering and Technical Services. He is responsible for strengthening AFSA’s engineering and technical approaches to meeting member, industry and operational priorities, with an emphasis on service, quality, and integrity. Denhardt is a Professional Engineer (P.E.) registered in the District of Columbia as well as the states of Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. In addition to his P.E., he is a NICET Level III in Water-Based System Layout and Inspection & Testing of Water-Based Systems. A native of Maryland, Denhardt holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Fire Protection Engineering from the University of Maryland in College Park.
Lucas Kirn, P.E. | Engineered Corrosion Solutions, LLC
Lucas Kirn has practiced in the fire protection industry for over 15 years with experience in fire protection system design, code compliance, and corrosion assessment and consultation. Mr. Kirn received his B.S. in Fire Protection Engineering from the University of Maryland, College Park, and is a registered Fire Protection Engineer in the State of Missouri. He is currently the Director of Engineering at Engineered Corrosion Solutions, LLC. Mr. Kirn has published multiple articles on the subject of fire sprinkler system corrosion.
Jake Lehmann | South-Tek Systems
Jake Lehmann is the Fire Protection Product Manager at South-Tek Systems. Jake has 6 years as the Fire Protection Team Lead responsible in the sales and support of the N2-Blast® and DeOx™ – Corrosion Inhibiting Solutions for use in dry, pre-action, and wet fire protection systems.
Jason Webb | Potter Electric Signal Company
Jason Webb is the Director of Industry Affairs for Potter Electric Signal Company. Following retirement from a 25-year fire service career which included over 12 years as AHJ in a high-growth metropolitan fire department, he spent five years as a fire safety advocate, trainer, and program developer/manager for the National Fire Sprinkler Association and the Automatic Fire Alarm Association before coming to Potter. He is an accomplished author and instructor, providing continuing education for firefighters, fire and building code officials, fire protection contractors, and design professionals for over two decades. He is an active member of the ICC, NFPA, NFSA, AFSA, AFAA, FSSA, and SFPE and sits on numerous codes and standards development committees.
