AGF’s Model 5900 Flood Eliminator flood preventer device won a 2021 Maintenance Innovation Award from Facility Maintenance Decisions. The Flood Eliminator prevents flooding in facilities due to broken fire sprinkler auxiliary drains.
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AGF Manufacturing’s COLLECTanDRAIN line of heated auxiliary drain cabinets prevents false system trips due to frozen and broken drum drips by enclosing the drain in a temperature-controlled environment. Watch the video below for a comparison of their features and a visual of how they operate.
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Fire sprinkler system freeze prevention is vital for facility managers as temperatures drop. Compromised life safety, facility damage, and more plague facilities with poor maintenance plans.
Proper auxiliary drain maintenance is key to preventing freezing on dry sprinkler systems. Facilities can save thousands each winter with these key steps:
So how do you maintain auxiliary drains, and what are they? Let’s dive in.
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AGF is giving a free upgrade to our sprinkler risers! For a limited time, all risers ordered with a pressure relief valve will be upgraded to our new 7000L PRV.
The new pressure relief valves were specifically designed for the sprinkler industry and come installed on the riser. They can be locked closed and left in place during hydrostatic testing. Installing contractors will discover that this feature will save significant time and water during installation. AGF is excited to share this benefit with our customers to help you gain efficiencies in the field. Contact an AGF Distributor to place an order for a RiserPACK and take advantage of this promotion.
MALVERN, PA —AGF Manufacturing is excited to introduce two new lockable pressure relief valves, Model 7000L and Model 7200L specifically designed for the fire sprinkler industry. These models can be temporarily locked closed to allow for hydrostatic testing without removing the pressure relief valve from the system, saving significant time during installation. They can be ordered standalone or as part of AGF’s products that include pressure relief.
The new pressure relief valves include two metal tabs: “flush” and “hydro.” The “flush” tab can be lifted to quickly flush debris from the valve. The “hydro” tab can use the same hex wrench to temporarily lock the valve closed for hydrostatic testing with the valve installed in the system. This feature will allow a sprinkler system or a TESTanDRAIN valve with relief valve and drain trim to be completely installed prior to initial system leak testing, greatly speeding up installation.
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Did you miss AGF on Viking’s 2021 Virtual Fire Protection Showcase? The recording can be viewed here: View Recording
Join Viking and their partners on Wednesday, July 21 and Thursday, July 22 from 1-5PM EST to gain insights from fire protection experts, discuss product and technology revolutions, and even earn your CEU’s!
Viking presentation topics may include recent changes to FM Datasheet 8-9, high expansion foam systems, CPVC sprinkler head adapters, special sprinklers (Attic, COIN, Institutional, Window), updates to the Customer Learning Portal, Viking Integrated Safety and much more!
The show will also feature new information from our business partners; AGF Manufacturing, ASC Engineered Solutions, nVent, Kennedy Valve, General Air Products, Potter, and ZURN.
How can you prevent corrosion and freezing in fire sprinkler systems? That has long been a question central to code requirements and new product development.
Recent innovations have presented a few possible answers to that question. Air vents, self-draining auxiliary drains in heated cabinets, and flood elimination devices, can protect fire sprinkler systems against the common pitfalls of corrosion and freezing.
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In freezing weather, dry and pre-action fire sprinkler systems have a major Achilles heel if improperly maintained—the auxiliary drains. Auxiliary drains, also referred to as low-point drains or drum drips, are required on dry or pre-action fire sprinkler systems to collect condensation that forms in the pipes.
When improperly maintained, auxiliary drains break and can cause major facility flooding. The cost to repair and reset the fire sprinkler system itself is negligible compared to the cost of water damage mitigation, potential lost inventory, tenant interruption, increased liability, and increased insurance premiums.
Luckily, understanding attentive maintenance and other available solutions can help facilities prevent flooding caused by frozen auxiliary drains.
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