In-person Training: Everything Dry and Pre-action Fire Sprinkler Systems
Due to strong interest, this is an Invite Only event hosted by General Air Products. To inquire about attending in 2025, email Dave Fremont or contact your local General Air Products Sales Manager.
Due to strong interest, this is an Invite Only event hosted by General Air Products. To inquire about attending, email Dave Fremont or contact your local General Air Products Sales Manager.
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This all day class will feature presentations & hands-on fire sprinkler training from a variety of knowledgeable fire sprinkler industry professionals and offers 7 NICET CPD credits.
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*NOTE: This is an IN-PERSON Training Event in Atlanta, GA.
Event Details:
Event Type:
Free: In-person Event
Venue:
The Fire Sprinkler Training Center At General Air Products
Field Technicians Fire Protection / Design Engineers Authorities Having Jurisdiction Insurance Providers Service Managers Installation Managers Project Managers Facility Managers Service Technicians Installation Technician Inspectors Estimators Service Project Managers Fire Protection Consultants Branch Managers Executives Fire Sprinkler Designers Service Coordinators Purchasing Agents Operations Managers
10:00 AM – Air Venting & NFPA 13 Code Requirements, Freeze Protection & Corrosion Detection – Jim McHugh
In this presentation you will learn about protecting fire sprinkler systems from corrosion and freezing: NFPA 13 code requirements and innovative solutions.
11:30 AM – Backflow 101 and Pressure Regulation Devices – Scott Monroe
Backflow preventers, an overview of where and why they are used. Pressure Regulation devices, functionality and where in sprinkler systems they are utilized.
2:00 PM – New Corrosion Prevention Technology and Digital Fire Protection Air Compressors – Kyle Curran
Introducing the Vapor Pipe Shield corrosion inhibitor delivery system for dry and pre-action fire sprinkler systems and the Advance Series digital fire protection air compressors.
3:30 PM – Consolidation of legacy dry valves to DDX-LP Low Air DPV & FX Standard Differential DPV – Anthony Mizak
In this presentation you’ll learn about the DDX valve platform for Dry, Pre-action, and Deluge systems and Air Supply Options that are specific to Reliable.
Air Supply Decisions in Cold Storage Fire Sprinkler Systems
Selecting an air supply for cold storage fire sprinkler systems is not only a matter of compliance, but of understanding how moisture, airflow, and leakage interact over the life of the system in these unique environments. This presentation compares the performance characteristics of compressed air, dry air, and nitrogen in freezer applications, with specific focus on ice plug risk, flow capacity, maintenance considerations, and NFPA sizing requirements. Through practical examples and application-specific analysis, attendees will learn how different technologies respond as these systems age and present challenges in the field.
Vapor Corrosion Inhibitors vs. 98% Purity Nitrogen
Exploring the latest findings on corrosion mitigation in dry and pre-action fire sprinkler systems, this presentation dives into recent testing data, including a head-to-head comparison of Vapor Corrosion Inhibitors (VCIs) and 98% purity nitrogen. Attendees will gain insights into the efficacy of these technologies, upfront and long-term cost comparisons, and best practices for installation and maintenance procedures. This session provides essential knowledge for fire protection professionals looking to optimize system performance and extend the longevity of their or their customers' dry & pre-action sprinkler systems.
This session highlights key updates in the 2025 edition of NFPA 13, including new Listing requirements for Fire Protection Air Compressors and the adoption of Vapor Corrosion Inhibitor (VCI) technology, which now allows a Hazen-Williams C-Factor of 120 for new systems. It will also cover the new UL 1450, Supplement SC . Additionally, we’ll review the 2024 NFPA 14 requirement mandating supervisory air for all dry standpipe systems. Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of how these updates impact design, installation, and compliance for fire protection air supplies.
(1 NICET CPDs)
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Codes & Standards Updates for 2025
Stay up-to-date with important changes in fire protection standards! This session highlights key updates in the 2025 edition of NFPA 13, including new Listing requirements for Fire Protection Air Compressors and the adoption of Vapor Corrosion Inhibitor (VCI) technology, which now allows a Hazen-Williams C-Factor of 120 for new systems. Additionally, we’ll review the 2024 NFPA 14 requirement mandating supervisory air for all dry standpipe systems. Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of how these updates impact design, installation, and compliance for fire protection air supplies.
Listed Fire Protection Air Compressors - What you Need to Know
With multiple air supply options available for dry and pre-action fire sprinkler systems—compressed air, dry air, nitrogen, and vapor corrosion inhibitors—it can be challenging to determine the best fit for each application. In this session, we’ll explore the pros and cons of each technology, discuss corrosion mitigation from both design and field perspectives, and provide practical guidance through the questions you should be asking to help you select the best air supply solution for any project.
Vapor Corrosion Inhibitors & Comparison to 98% Purity Nitrogen
Exploring the latest findings on corrosion mitigation in dry and pre-action fire sprinkler systems, this presentation dives into recent testing data, including a head-to-head comparison of Vapor Corrosion Inhibitors (VCIs) and 98% purity nitrogen. Attendees will gain insights into the efficacy of these technologies, upfront and long-term cost comparisons, and best practices for installation and maintenance procedures. This session provides essential knowledge for fire protection professionals looking to optimize system performance and extend the longevity of their or their customers' dry & pre-action sprinkler systems.
General Air Products Spring Webinar Series – Choosing the Right Air Supply for Your Dry or Pre-action System and Corrosion Mitigation Technology for Dry & Pre-Action Fire Sprinkler Systems
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