Residential Sprinkler has large K factor.
Press Release Summary:
Freedom® VK458 is 7.4 K factor residential pendent fire sprinkler designed to provide lowest starting pressures for NFPA 13 residential applications requiring 0.1 GPM/ft² density. Offered in brass, chrome, black, and white standard finishes, cULus-listed sprinkler may also be used in combination with smaller K factor sprinklers. It is available with surface-mounted, adjustable, and recessed escutcheons as well as recessed adjustments up to 5/8 in.
Original Press Release:
Viking Adds New Large K Factor Sprinkler to Its Freedom® Residential Line
HASTINGS, MI - The Viking Corporation, a global leader in fixed fire protection products, introduces a new 7.4 (10,7) K factor residential pendent fire sprinkler (VK458). This sprinkler, the third new product added to Viking's Freedom® line since June, provides the lowest starting pressures for NFPA 13 residential applications, including hotels, dormitories, and high-rise apartments, and other installations requiring 0.1 GPM/ft² density.
All residential fire sprinklers are required to flow the same amount of water in NFPA 13 occupancies. With its larger K factor, Viking's new 7.4 (10,7) K factor sprinkler delivers the lowest starting pressures in the industry for these applications. This cULus listed sprinkler may also be used in combination with smaller K factor sprinklers to significantly reduce a system's overall water demand. The new VK458 sprinkler is offered in brass, chrome, black, and white standard finishes and is available with surface-mounted, adjustable, and recessed escutcheons. For ease of installation, the sprinkler is available with recessed adjustments up to a generous 5/8" (16 mm).
With an available range of K factors from 3.1 (4,5) to 7.4 (10,7), Viking's leading Freedom® line of residential fire sprinklers offers more options to handle any type of installation, application, or available water condition.
For over 80 years, Viking has been a worldwide leader in the manufacture and distribution of innovative fire protection equipment. Their products are sold in over 70 countries through an integrated distribution network. For more information on the Freedom® residential fire sprinkler line or any of Viking's quality products, please visit www.vikingcorp.com or call 877-384-5464.
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Jeff Norton
(269) 945-8312
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