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What is NYC AC § 27-949?

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This section outlines the requirements for protecting standpipe systems from freezing temperatures. It specifies methods such as using insulation with specific thermal conductance and the application of steam or electric tracers. Applies to building owners responsible for maintaining standpipe systems.

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§ 27-949 Protection of standpipe system.

AC § 27-949

(a)All parts of the standpipe systems that may be exposed to frost shall be protected from freezing by any one of the following methods: (1) The piping shall be frostproofed with insulation having a thermal conductance of 0.1 Btu/hr. per square foot of surface per degree F at a mean temperature of seventy to seventy-five degrees F. Insulation shall be protected to prevent water infiltration, and when exposed to the weather the insulation shall be covered with a forty-five pound roofing felt jacket or equivalent.

(2)Steam or electric tracers may be used in conjunction with the insulation.

(b)Tanks subject to freezing temperatures shall be protected.

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