Are Fire Sprinkler Escutcheons Required?
Escutcheons, Also Known as Trim Plates, Sleeves, Design Rings or Extenders, Are a Very Important and Necessary Part of Any Fire Sprinkler System. Sprinkler...
Escutcheons, also known as trim plates, sleeves, design rings or extenders, are a very important and necessary part of any fire sprinkler system. Sprinkler heads in ceilings or walls must have proper fitting escutcheons according to NFPA 13, 25 and 101 code.
Are escutcheons required by code?
The simple answer to these two questions are: Escutcheons are the circular plates which go around the base of a fire sprinkler head. Yes, they are absolutely required by NFPA codes.
Are fire sprinkler systems mandatory?
While a fire suppression system isn't legally required, it's not of any particular disadvantage to have one installed.
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