An Overview of Corrosion in Sprinkler Systems

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Course Code
FP14635
Class Type
On Demand
Running Time
90 min
CEUs
1.50
Categories

Contractor I

Contractor II

Water-Based Inspector


This presentation identifies design limitations and installation pitfalls which influence corrosion in sprinkler systems. Topics will include how corrosion is commonly detected and why it is a problem. The basic forms of corrosion, its effects on system reliability, and failure mode concepts will be described. The basic framework for conducting corrosion investigations, factors for consideration in determining whether to salvage or replace a system, and possible corrosion management strategies will also be discussed.