NFPA 13 - Signs for Installation of Sprinkler Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Where can I buy NFPA 13 signs required for a fire sprinkler system installation?

Our NFPA 13 signs, such as a sprinkler system control valve sign, include hydraulic identification signs, general information signs, and antifreeze loop markers, all made from permanently marked weatherproof metal or rigid plastic per NFPA 13 requirements.

Q. What NFPA 13 signs are required on a hydraulically designed sprinkler system?

NFPA 13 requires hydraulic identification signs at every system riser, floor control assembly, alarm valve, and dry pipe or preaction valve, and our custom hydraulic system sprinkler sign and low point drain sign cover these required posting locations.

Q. Do NFPA 13 sprinkler signs need to be made from weatherproof metal?

Yes, NFPA 13 requires that identification signs be permanently marked weatherproof metal or rigid plastic secured with corrosion-resistant wire or chain, and a sign like the sprinkler system general information sign includes erosion-resistant chain to satisfy this compliance requirement.

Q. What happens if NFPA 13 sprinkler signs are missing or incomplete?

Missing or incomplete NFPA 13 signs can result in code violations, contractor liability, and potentially a sprinkler system failure during a fire emergency, and our custom hydraulic system sprinkler sign helps ensure your system is fully compliant and correctly identified.

Q. Are NFPA 13 sprinkler signs available with a corrosion-resistant chain for hanging on valves?

Yes, our sprinkler control valve engraved sign and anti-freeze system sprinkler identification sign are available with corrosion-resistant chain for direct attachment to system control risers and auxiliary system control valves, exactly as required by NFPA 13.

About our NFPA 13 Signs for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems

NFPA 13 signs Provide minimum requirements for the design and installation of automatic fire sprinkler systems and exposure protection sprinkler systems are all covered within this standard.

• NFPA 13 signs provide protection for life and property through standardization of design and installation. Allowing habitants of a space, automatic protections when dealing with fire hazards.
• Safety signs are made of weatherproof metal or rigid plastic, meeting standards’ materials requirement. We provide an erosion resistant chain to satisfy your compliance needs.
• All signs are OSHA and ANSI compliant, communicating hazards outlined by the NFPA.