SS PRES Fire-Sprinkler-Overview 2020-06

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Agenda
• Fire Sprinkler Monitoring Overview Jump to Section
• System Sensor Product Offering

− Waterflow Detectors (WFDN Series Focus) Jump to Section
− Switches (Pressure and Supervisory) Jump to Section
− Explosion Proof Jump to Section
− Notification (AV, Alarm Bells, Control Panels) Jump to Section
− Accessories Jump to Section
• Resources Jump to Section

Fire Sprinkler Monitoring Overview
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What is a Fire Sprinkler Monitoring System?
Fire Sprinkler Monitoring systems monitor

the water flow, pressure, and valve positions
within a sprinkler system.
Sprinkler monitoring devices monitor condition
variances within the sprinkler system.
Product categories:
• Waterflow Detectors
• Switches (Pressure and Supervisory)
• Explosion Proof
• Notification (AV, Alarm Bells, Control Panels)
• Accessories

Fire Sprinkler System Types – Wet Pipe and Dry Pipe
Wet Pipe Dry Pipe

• Most common systems • Contains compressed air (unlike wet pipe
• Always filled with water that contain water) to hold back water
• The compressed air is supplied by an
• Fewest number of components and require less
installation time than other systems electric air compressor (nitrogen bottles
or other source)
• Series of pipes connected to regularly distributed
• Are filled with water only during activation
fire sprinkler heads (fed by a main riser)
• Maintenance is minimal (financial savings are • Best suited in areas that are subject to
freezing temperatures (unheated
realized)
buildings, parking garages)
• Best suited in areas where pipes are not subject
to freezing temperatures or accidental discharge

Pipe Sprinkler Systems – WET
With a wet pipe system:

• Heat from fire causes an operating element in the sprinkler head to activate, resulting in water being discharged
• Water discharges only through sprinklers that have been exposed to the high temperatures from a fire
Devices that typically comprise a wet pipe system include:
• Waterflow detectors that monitor the flow of water within the pipe.
• Supervisory switches that monitor the open valve positions, which ensure the system is operable during a fire
condition.
• Alarm pressure switches that are sometimes used to monitor water flow.

Pipe Sprinkler Systems – DRY
With a dry pipe system:

• When a sprinkler head opens, air in the pipe releases and a valve opens, allowing water to fill the system
• An activated sprinkler causes the system’s pressure to change, which activates a pressure switch, then
activates an alarm at the panel
• Water discharges only through sprinklers that have been exposed to the high temperatures from a fire
Devices that typically comprise a dry pipe system include:
• Supervisory pressure switches that monitor the pressure level. If the pressure falls too low, the air pressure
regulator turns the air compressor on to add pressure to the system. If the system pressure rises too high, air
will be drained from the system. In each case, the pressure switch sends a trouble signal to the releasing panel.
• Alarm pressure switches that detect the activation of a sprinkler head. When air pressure drops too quickly,
an alarm is activated. This loss of pressure will over-power the abilities of the pump that adds pressure to the
system.
• Supervisory switches that monitor the positions of the valves, ensuring the system is operable during a fire
condition.

System Sensor Product Offering
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Product Lineup
Detectors
• Waterflow Detectors (WFDN Series)

• Pressure Switches
• Supervisory Switches
• Explosion Proof
• AV Notification Appliances
Notification
• Alarm Bells
• Control Panels
• Accessories Switches

WFDN Series
• User-Friendly Timer Dial

• Increased Timer Accuracy and Repeatability
• Damage and Electrical Shock Resistant
Cover Design
• Intuitive Terminal Block Design
• Designed for Easy Wiring
• More Robust Paddle Assembly
• Enhanced Packaging for Ease of Handling

WFDN Series Product Overview
• Two sets of Single Pole Double Throw (SPDT)

Form C, 10 amp switches.
• Grounding screw provided between switches
on mounting plate.
• Triggering threshold at 10 gallons per minute,
reset at 4 gallons per minute.
• Switch synchronization activates both alarm
panel and bell or horn strobe.
• Visual and audible switch activation (73 dBA
switch activation).

Product Application
New Full Line of Waterflow Detectors (U-Bolt Style)

• 2” – 8” U-bolt models with built-in time delay mechanism
– WFD20N (2”)
– WFD25N (2½”)
– WFD30N (3”)
– WFD40N (4”)
– WFD50N (5”)
– WFD60N (6”)
– WFD80N (8”)

Product Application
New Full Line of Waterflow Detectors (U-Bolt Style)

• 2” – 2.5” installs 1¼” pipe hole size
• 3” – 8” installs 2” pipe hole size
• 2” through 4” for installation on Schedule 7, 10 and 40 pipe.
Only flow switch approved for installation on Schedule 7 pipe.
• 5” through 8” for installation on Schedule10 and 40 pipe.

Product Application
New Full Line of Waterflow Detectors (T-tap Style)

• WFDTN – Thread-on T-tap style waterflow detector with
built-in timer
• WFDTNRN - Thread-on T-tap style waterflow detector
without time delay
– 12 paddles
– Designed to fit any tee with a 1” NPT branch:
– 1”, 1 ¼”, 1 ½” and 2” threaded ferrous and brass tees
– 1”, 1 ¼”, 1 ½” and 2” copper sweat tees
– 1” CPVC tees

Product Application
New Full Line of Waterflow Detectors (T-tap Style)

• WFDTN replaces WFDTH and WFDT
• Overall smaller product dimensions
• Only one SKU needed for all t-tap applications with
incorporated time delay
• Designed for installation in stud wall applications and branch
line signaling

Product Application
New Full Line of Waterflow Detectors

• NEMA 4 Rated
• 32°F to 150°F (0°C to 66°C) – widest
approved installation temperature range.

WFDNF Series Overview
• Two sets of Single Pole Double Throw

(SPDT) Form C, 10-amp switches.
• Grounding screw provided between
switches on mounting plate.
• Triggering threshold at 10 gallons per
minute, reset at 4 gallons per minute.
• Switch synchronization activates both WFDNFT
(Thread On)
alarm panel and bell or horn strobe.
• Visual and audible switch activation WFDNFS
(Glue In)

WFDNF Series – WFDNFS (Glue In)
• Fits 1”, 1 ¼” ,1 ½” and 2” CPVC Tees

• NIBCO, IPEX, Spears and Tyco
• 6 Paddle Tree
• NEMA 4 Rated
• 32°F to 150°F (0°C to 66°C) – widest
approved installation temperature range
• Maximum Pressure Rating 175 psi

WFDNF Series – WFDNFT (Thread On)
• Fits 1” and 1 ½” CPVC tees by NIBCO,

Spears, Tyco
• Fits 1”, 1 ¼” ,1 ½” and 2” brass and
copper sweat tees
• 12 paddle tree
• NEMA 4 Rated
• 32°F to 150°F (0°C to 66°C) – widest
approved installation temperature range
• Maximum Pressure rating 175 psi

WFDNF Series – Product Application
• NFPA 13D Applications

– One- and two-family residences
– Townhouses
• NFPA 13R Applications
– Multi-family residences up to and including four
stories in height
• NFPA 13 Light Hazard Applications
– Residential over four stories
– Light commercial

Timer Dial – See, Feel and Set
• Built-in timer helps to

prevent false alarms due to
water pressure surges or air
trapped in the system.
• Timer dial is built for
accuracy and repeatability
and is immune to dust and
other contaminants.
• Numerical reference and bar
graph set point references.

Timer Dial – See, Feel and Set
• High contrast pad printed

markings that are easy to read,
especially in dimly lit locations.
• New large easy-to-rotate timer dial.
Three tabs located on outside of
dial to assist with turning.
– Larger of three tabs on outside of dial is designed
for an approximate 60 second time delay.
– A notch is in the dial for an approximate 30 second
time delay and enables easy set up in low lighting
areas.

Terminal Block and Wiring
New Terminal block designed to

make wiring easy and intuitive.
• Terminals ship wire-ready and accept
wire sizes up to 12 awg. No need to
spend extra time backing out terminal
screws prior to wiring.
• New terminal layout – common terminal
on a different elevation that makes it
easier to determine how to properly wire
the switch and making it more difficult to
short out the switch.

Terminal Block and Wiring
Large barrier between two switches

serves two important functions:
• Separation between high and low voltage.
• Barrier houses optional Cover Tamper
Switch. New design snaps into place without
any tools.

WFDN Field Wiring Diagram

New Cover with Integrated Features
Directionality – cover molded to

point in the direction of water flow.
• Installs in only one orientation
• See direction of flow at a glance
• Other directional indicators on saddle and
both sides of the base plate
Offers a better seal and reduces
overall product weight.
UV resistant material does not fade
in sun exposure.

During testing, when dropped from 10

feet, the cover showed a resistance to
damage. Maintaining the original
shape and enclosure rating.
After impact, the current available
metal cover shows:
• Denting
• Paint chipping
• Deformation – affecting a proper seal

• The new, non-painted, cover reduces the

amount of exposed metal. It acts as an
insulator and resists arching, minimizing
shock hazards.
• Just like the current offering, there are
integrated cover tamper screws that prevent
unwanted access and all models are NEMA
4 rated.
• Manufacturer date code on gold label

Installation and Maintenance
Has your switch ever been damaged after installation or has the switch
ever been wired incorrectly?
Replaceable timer/switch
assembly:
• Saves time and money
• No need to drain the system
• Replacement of only 4 screws
• Simplified one-piece design
• QR code
– Scan QR code to obtain the
product installation instructions
and wiring diagram

Optional Cover Tamper Switch

• Available for when additional
protection is needed or required
Improved Performance
• Enhanced resistance to damage due
to dramatic in-rush of water
• Riser applications
• Water hammer effect, turbulence and water
cavitations within pipe
• System vibration during system filling

Product Markings
• Wiring diagram on inside cover
(also located on the terminal block)

Product Markings
• Flow indications

Product Markings
• Pipe size cast into saddle

Product Markings
• Wiring diagram - inside cover and on terminal block
• Raised textured lettering on terminal block with
clearly labeled terminals for easy wiring

Product Markings
• Easy to read pad printed timer dial

Product Markings
Electrical Knock-outs
• One knock-out with plug

Product Markings
Electrical Knock-outs
• One knock-out with plug
• Second sealed knock out, that can be opened, to
wire both high and low voltage

Switches (Pressure and Supervisory)

Pressure Switches
Alarm pressure switches (EPS10 series):

• Sense water flow in the piping, which is caused by discharge from a
sprinkler head
• Are available in one- and two-switch models
• Include System Sensor models EPS10-1 and EPS10-2
Supervisory pressure switches (ESP40 and ESP120 series):

• Monitor and help to maintain a desired pressure level within the system
• Are available in one- and two-switch models
• Include System Sensor models EPS40-1, EPS40-2, EPS120-1 and
EPS120-2
• Are most commonly used in dry pipe systems
• Cover a range of pressure ratings from 4-20 psi to 10-200 psi

Supervisory Switches
Supervisory switches monitor the open position

of valves used in a sprinkler system.
Three styles of supervisory switches are:

• OSY2: Outside Screw & Yoke
• PIBV2: Post Indicator and Butterfly Valve
• PSP1: Special Purpose

Supervisory Switches – OSY2
• Requires fewer and less expensive conduit fittings for

an electrical connection
• Has a rugged mounting bracket that does not bend
• Offers larger diameter carriage bolts that allow the
OSY2 to securely mount on valves
• Has wiring diagrams on the inside cover of the device

Supervisory Switches – PIBV2
• Requires fewer and less expensive conduit fittings for

an electrical connection.
• Offers bi-directional mounting that allows for reverse
action of the switch to accommodate both rising and
falling flag installations.
• Has a new longer actuating arm with a breakaway
feature, as pictured.
• Has wiring diagrams on the inside cover of the device.

Supervisory Switches – PSP1
• Has a versatile 360-degree mounting option.

• Has a plug that snaps securely into the jack.
• Works where other type of switches will not,
providing a solution for every application.

Explosion Proof

Explosion Proof
Are designed for installation in

hazardous locations.
System Sensor offers a full line of

explosion proof products, including:
• Waterflow detectors
• Pressure switches
• Supervisory switches

Explosion Proof
Explosion proof waterflow detectors and pressure

switches are classified as follows:
• Class I, Groups B, C and D, Divisions 1 and 2
• Class II, Groups E, F and G, Divisions 1 and 2
• Class III, Divisions 1 and 2
WFDEXP model numbers include:
• WFD20EXP, WFD25EXP, WFD30-2EXP, WFD35EXP,
WFD40EXP, WFD50EXP, WFD60EXP and WFD80EXP
EPSEXP model numbers include:
• EPS10EXP, EPS40EXP and EPS120EXP

Explosion Proof
Explosion proof supervisory switches

are classified as follows:
• Class I, Groups C and D, Divisions 1 and 2
• Class II, Croups E, F and G, Divisions 1 and 2
Model number include:
• OSYEXP: Outside Screw and Yoke
• PIBVEXP: Post Indicator or Butterfly Valve

Notification Products

Notification Products – PDRP Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP)
Fire Alarm Control Panel (PDRP-2001)

• Deluge releasing panel
• Up to 6 Class A/B initiating zones and
100% programmable relays

Notification Products – AV Notification Appliances
Outdoor Horn Strobe (P2RHK-120)

• UL outdoor listed
• Watertight when used with weatherproof
back box shipped with product
• 120 VAC, field selectable candelas
135,150,177 and 185

Notification Products – Alarm Bells
Alarm Bells (SSV and SSM Series)

• SSV Series (120VAC) and SSM Series (24VDC)
• Available in 6-, 8-, and 10-inch
• 80dB+ sound output

Accessories

Accessories
• 546-7000: Cover tamper switch (supervisory switches)

• 546-8000: Cover tamper switch (pressure switches)
• CTS: Cover tamper switch (WFDN Series)
• FS-RT: Replacement Delay mechanism (WFDN Series)
• HEXW: Replacement Hex Wrench (supervisory switches)
• OSTRK: Replacement hardware (OSY2)
• S07-66-05: Cover tamper screws (switches)
• WBB: Weatherproof back box (bells)

Resources

Sales and Distribution
System Sensor U.S. Sales World Class Distribution

• Dennis Sekermestrovich (West) • Reliable Automatic Sprinkler
Contact Dennis • Pace Supply
• Global Plumbing & Fire Supply
• Dan Schneider (East) • Integrated Support Services
Contact Dan • Ameripipe Supply
• Ferguson Fire & Fabrication
• And more…
• Somewhere in the middle?
Look at the Sales Map Find a Distributor Near You

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Night Vision

Easy to see, feel,

Fire Sprinkler Monitoring Overview 1

• Fire Sprinkler Monitoring Overview Jump to Section

• System Sensor Product Offering

− Switches (Pressure and Supervisory) Jump to Section

− Explosion Proof Jump to Section

− Notification (AV, Alarm Bells, Control Panels) Jump to Section

− Accessories Jump to Section

• Resources Jump to Section

Fire Sprinkler Monitoring Overview 2

Secondary text if applicable.

Fire Sprinkler Monitoring Overview 3

Fire Sprinkler Monitoring systems monitor

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Wet Pipe Dry Pipe

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With a wet pipe system:

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With a dry pipe system:

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• Waterflow Detectors (WFDN Series)

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• User-Friendly Timer Dial

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• Two sets of Single Pole Double Throw (SPDT)

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New Full Line of Waterflow Detectors (U-Bolt Style)

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New Full Line of Waterflow Detectors (U-Bolt Style)

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New Full Line of Waterflow Detectors (T-tap Style)

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New Full Line of Waterflow Detectors (T-tap Style)

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New Full Line of Waterflow Detectors

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• Two sets of Single Pole Double Throw

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• Fits 1”, 1 ¼” ,1 ½” and 2” CPVC Tees

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• Fits 1” and 1 ½” CPVC tees by NIBCO,

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• NFPA 13D Applications

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• Built-in timer helps to

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• High contrast pad printed

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New Terminal block designed to

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Large barrier between two switches

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Directionality – cover molded to

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During testing, when dropped from 10

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• The new, non-painted, cover reduces the

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