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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240710
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SUMMARY:Advanced Hydraulic Calculations Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Need Help with the Hydraulic Calcs Portion of NICET III?\nThis three-day\, in-person workshop provides a DEEP DIVE into advanced hydraulic principles for standpipe systems\, fire pump assemblies\, and water storage tanks. Students will receive classroom instruction\, work through examples\, and complete practice exercises. \nSmaller Class Sizes = More Individual Attention\nLearning Objectives:\nUpon completion of this workshop\, participants will be able to: \n\nDetermine minimum design requirements for standpipe systems\nIdentify vertical standpipe system zone requirements\nIdentify and apply requirements for pressure-regulating devices\nApply principles of fire pumps necessary for hydraulic design\, including:\n\nSuction\, discharge\, and net pressure\nLaws of affinity\nFire pump selection\n Test header and pressure relief calculations\n\n\nApply hydraulic principles of water storage tank design\, including:\n\nDetermine minimum capacity based on system demand\nDetermine the minimum usable capacity of the tank\nDetermine appropriate refill rates for break tanks\nDetermine the maximum length of pipe supplying a fire pump\n\n\n\nTarget Audience:\nThis course is ideally suited for experienced layout technicians seeking to attain a deeper understanding of hydraulic calculation principles for advanced systems and apply that knowledge toward the successful completion of NICET III and IV Water-Based Systems Layout certification (or equivalent) and job-specific scenarios. \n Learn More & Register
URL:https://firesprinkler.org/calendarevent/advanced-hydraulic-calculations-workshop-5/
LOCATION:AFSA Headquarters\, 1410 East Renner Rd.\, Suite 150\, Richardson\, TX\, 75082\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="AFSA":MAILTO:training@firesprinkler.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240710T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240710T120000
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SUMMARY:Power Requirements for Pumps\, Drivers\, and Controllers
DESCRIPTION:NFPA 20 has requirements for power for pumps\, drivers\, and controllers. While the choice of the power type might be decided by other\, the sprinkler contractor and the AHJ need to know the difference between the type as it can change requirements. Discovering these differences later in the project can be costly in terms of time and cost. \nRegistration ends 7/9/2024 at midnight. \n  \n Learn More and Register
URL:https://firesprinkler.org/calendarevent/power-requirements-for-pumps-drivers-and-controllers/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240715
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240727
DTSTAMP:20260422T071830
CREATED:20230918T210012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T210252Z
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SUMMARY:Beginning Design School - In Person
DESCRIPTION:Beginning Design School presents a comprehensive\, practical approach to preparing fire sprinkler system drawings. This learning approach includes ten days of in-person training over the course of two weeks. \nIn the first week\, students will study and review the installation and design approach requirements of NFPA 13 (2019) while completing exercises and module assessments. Q&A sessions and open discussions will also be included as part of the instruction. \nThe second week of the class will be a week of in-person training\, preparing fire sprinkler system layouts\, shop drawings\, and hydraulic calculations by hand. The course concludes with a comprehensive exam of the class content\, including the installation requirements and hydraulics. \nThere is no CAD or third-party software taught in this class. \nLearning Objectives:\nThe school will prepare the student to: \n\nAccelerate the comprehension of plans and various types of building construction for proper sprinkler spacing applications.\nDetermine the proper and economic planning of sprinkler system layout and installation methods.\nKnow the importance of sprinkler specifications\, types of pipe\, hangers\, fittings\, flow tests\, etc.\nLearn to develop shop drawings from start to finish.\nLearn to coordinate with other trades – plumbing\, mechanical\, structural\, and electrical.\nPerform manual hydraulic calculations by hand\, preparing the student for a more natural decision-making process when using a computer to perform hydraulics.\nPrepare shop drawings in class for projects with different applications.\n\nPrerequisites:\nThis class is designed for trainees and entry-level technicians with at least six months of experience and those with experience in the sprinkler trade looking to transition to system layout. \nThe final week of each session will be hosted on location. Hotel location TBD. \n Learn More & Register
URL:https://firesprinkler.org/calendarevent/beginning-design-school-in-person/
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ORGANIZER;CN="AFSA":MAILTO:training@firesprinkler.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240722
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240803
DTSTAMP:20260422T071830
CREATED:20230918T213204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T213238Z
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SUMMARY:Intermediate Design School
DESCRIPTION:Next Level Design\nExperienced layout technicians will find this blended learning course useful to understand the tools they utilize in-depth and gain a deeper knowledge of layout standpipes\, fire pumps\, seismic protection\, and the design requirements for general storage. In addition to mastering requirements in NFPA 13\, NFPA 14\, and NFPA 20\, students will utilize computer modeling software to apply design requirements learned throughout the course\, becoming familiar with the BIM process. This course begins with an orientation and two 3-hour webinars followed by five days of in-person instruction. \nThe course will begin with an orientation and two 3-hour webinars providing an overview of the toolsets available in the Hydratec for Revit® software to allow students to utilize Building Information Modeling (BIM) for exercises. \nThis is followed by five days of in-person instruction. The course is designed for those with layout experience looking to understand the tools they utilize in-depth and gain a deeper knowledge to apply the design and installation requirements for general storage\, install and calculate seismic protection\, layout and calculate standpipe systems\, size\, and select-fire pumps\, and apply hydraulic principles to complex wet\, deluge\, and preaction systems. Seismic protection and sway bracing will also be covered in detail. \n Register & Learn More
URL:https://firesprinkler.org/calendarevent/intermediate-design-school-2/
LOCATION:AFSA Headquarters\, 1410 East Renner Rd.\, Suite 150\, Richardson\, TX\, 75082\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240723
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240725
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SUMMARY:Fire Pump ITM Workshop
DESCRIPTION:AFSA’s Fire Pump ITM Workshop is designed to provide ITM technicians\, Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs)\, and facilities managers with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills related to fire pump installations and the necessary ITM procedures. Participants will gain a deep understanding of the key differences between diesel and electric-driven fire pumps\, engage in hands-on exercises to perform no-flow and full-flow fire pump tests and learn the ITM requirements for water storage tanks. Hands-on activities\, including energy diffuser selection\, data acquisition\, supply graphing\, and data interpretation\, will help participants solidify their understanding of stationary fire pumps for fire protection. \nLearning Objectives:\nUpon completion\, participants will be able to: \n\nExplain codes\, standards\, and the roles and responsibilities of the parties involved in the inspection\, testing\, and maintenance of water-based fire protection systems.\nComparing and contrasting the components of different types of water-based fire protection systems.\nIdentify the operation and required NFPA 25 periodic inspection\, testing\, and maintenance requirements for common components\, sprinkler systems\,  wet systems\, and dry systems in water-based fire protection systems.\nExecute the NFPA 25 requirements for the no-flow testing of fire pumps\n\n Learn More and Register
URL:https://firesprinkler.org/calendarevent/fire-pump-itm-workshop-3/
LOCATION:General Air Products\, 115 Summit Dr\, Exton\, PA 19341\, USA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240725
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SUMMARY:AFSA Sacramento Valley Chapter Training
DESCRIPTION:7 Hours of instruction \nSCHEDULE \n8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.              Attendee Check-in\n8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.              Hydraulics for Fitters\n9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.            Installation of System Components (Fitters)\n10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.          NFPA 13\, 13R\, 13D for Fitters\n11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.          Responsibility of a Layout Technician and Installer\n12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.            Lunch\n1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.              Sprinkler System Working Plans Requirements\n2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.              The Codes and Standards Process\n3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.             Types of Systems \n Learn More and Register
URL:https://firesprinkler.org/calendarevent/afsa-sacramento-valley-chapter-training-3/
LOCATION:Western Electrical Contractors Association HQ\, 3695 Bleckely St\, Mather\, CA\, 95655\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240726
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CREATED:20240208T222809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T222900Z
UID:10000385-1721865600-1721951999@firesprinkler.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to the Fire Sprinkler Industry
DESCRIPTION:This course is designed for those new to the industry. Participants will explore the critical role of sprinkler systems in fire protection and life safety while gaining insight into the basics of fire dynamics. We will identify the functions of fire sprinklers within various occupancies and include hands-on activities. \nThere is no cost for this course. \n  \n Learn More and Register\n 
URL:https://firesprinkler.org/calendarevent/introduction-to-the-fire-sprinkler-industry-3/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240731
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240801
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CREATED:20240709T195842Z
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UID:10000473-1722384000-1722470399@firesprinkler.org
SUMMARY:SOUTH CAROLINA CHAPTER TRAINING
DESCRIPTION:8 Hours of training. \n  \n Learn More and Register
URL:https://firesprinkler.org/calendarevent/south-carolina-chapter-training-4/
LOCATION:Double Tree by Hilton\, 2100 Bush River Rd\, Columbia\, South Carolina\, 29210
CATEGORIES:Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240731T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240731T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T071830
CREATED:20240708T170433Z
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SUMMARY:Acceptance Testing
DESCRIPTION:Acceptance testing is critically important for new or modified water-based fire protection systems. This webinar will review the acceptance testing requirements for sprinklers\, standpipes\, fire pumps\, and private fire service mains. It will also elaborate on the importance of the test results and how the information is used initially as well as throughout the lifetime of the system. \n  \n Learn More and Register\n \n 
URL:https://firesprinkler.org/calendarevent/acceptance-testing/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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