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LPCB Sprinkler Pump Testing Procedure PDF
LPCB Sprinkler Pump Testing Procedure PDF
This Loss Prevention Standard is the property of BRE Global Ltd. and is made publicly
available for information purposes only. Its use for testing, assessment, certification or
approval must be in accordance with LPCB internal procedures and requires interpretation
by BRE Global, LPCB and BRE experts. Any party wishing to use or reproduce this Loss
Prevention Standard to offer testing, assessment, certification or approval must apply to
BRE Global for training, assessment and a licence; a fee will normally be charged. BRE
Global will not unreasonably refuse such applications. BRE Global accepts no responsibility
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AMENDMENT DETAILS
SIGNATURE
DATE
LPS 1131-1
CJA
24/10/01
LPS 1131-1
CJA
29/7/02
LPS 1131-1.1
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PARTICIPATING ORGANISATIONS
This standard was prepared by Technical Panel C of the Loss Prevention Certification Board. The
following organisations participated:
Association of British Insurers
British Automatic Sprinkler Association
Confederation of British Industry
Local Government Association
Loss Prevention Council
Risk Engineers Data Exchange Group
ABI
BASA
CBI
LGA
LPC
REDEG
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CONTENTS
PARTICIPATING ORGANISATIONS
FOREWORD
1.
SCOPE
2.
DEFINITIONS
3.
DESIGN
4.
MARKING
5.
DOCUMENTATION
6.
TESTS
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FOREWORD
This standard identifies The Loss Prevention Certification Board (LPCB) evaluation and testing
practices for the certification and listing of suitable products. Certification is based on the following
criteria:
i.
ii.
iii.
Products that conform to the published requirements of the LPCB, but the construction of which is
considered improper, may be refused certification and listing.
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SCOPE
This Standard defines the LPCB's certification requirements for centrifugal pumps used in
pump sets in automatic sprinkler installations conforming to the LPC Rules for Automatic
Sprinkler Installations.
The types of centrifugal pump covered by this specification include single and multistage,
horizontal and vertical, split case or end suction types. Close-coupled pumps are also
included.
This specification does not include requirements for the pump set driver or controller.
2.
DEFINITIONS
For the purposes of this Standard the following definitions apply.
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
Rated Speed
The speed of rotation at which the pump is certificated.
2.6
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Pump Efficiency
The ratio of pump power output to pump power input.
2.8
2.9
Required NPSH at a given flow rate and speed of rotation is the minimum NPSH at the
pump inlet centreline necessary to maintain a stable flow rate and suppress cavitation through
the pump.
2.10
3.
DESIGN
3.1
General
3.1.1
3.1.2
Operating Range
Pumps will only be approved for use at flow rates at which the NPSH
required is below 5.38m. This flow rate shall be clearly marked on the
performance curves for the range of impeller diameters or speeds.
3.1.3
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Speed of Rotation
3.2.1
General
The pump shall be capable of meeting all the conditions of this standard at
the rated speed.
3.2.2
3.3
3.4
Mechanical Features
3.4.1
Dismantling
The pump shall be designed to permit dismantling, without disturbing the
system pipework.
3.4.2
Casing Gaskets
Casing gaskets shall satisfy the operating conditions and hydrostatic test
conditions at ambient temperature. Compliance shall be demonstrated by
the test in Clause 6.1.1.
3.4.3
External Bolting
Bolts or studs that connect pressure containing parts shall be selected to be
adequate for the pump pressures and for normal tightening procedures.
Compliance shall be demonstrated by the test in Clause 6.1.2.
3.5
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Connections
Connections for vents, pressure-gauges and drains shall be fitted with
removable closures to contain maximum working pressure. Closures shall
satisfy the hydrostatic pressure test described in Clause 6.1.
3.5.3
Branch Flanges
The branch flanges shall conform to BS 4504 : Section 3.2 : 1989 - PN 16
or BS 1560 : Section 3.2 : 1989, Class 150.
3.5.4
3.6
Impellers
Impellers shall be positively and securely attached to the pump shaft by recognised
engineering methods.
3.7
3.8
Running Clearance.
When establishing running clearance between stationary and moving parts,
consideration shall be given to operating conditions and properties of the material
used (such as hardness and gall resistance) for these parts. Clearances shall be sized
to prevent contact, and material combinations selected to eliminate seizure and
minimize erosion, taking account of the pump application which involves long
periods in the stationary condition.
3.9
General
Shafts shall be of ample size and stiffness to:
a)
b)
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c)
d)
Axial Movement
Axial movement of the rotor permitted by the bearings shall be limited by
design to not adversely affect the performance of the mechanical seal, where
fitted.
3.9.3
Shaft Stresses
Shaft stresses shall not exceed:
30%
18%
b)
For close coupled pumps, removable shaft extensions shall be securely fitted
to the motor shaft to accommodate the most arduous combination of torsional
and axial forces.
3.10
Bearings
3.10.1 Rolling Bearings
Pumps shall be fitted with rolling bearings where there is no reliance on
associated driver bearings.
For close coupled pumps the motor bearings shall also conform to the
following requirement.
Rolling bearings shall be selected in accordance with BS 5645 : 1987 (ISO
76) and BS 5512 : 1991 (ISO 281). The minimum calculated life rating
(L10) shall not be less than 5000 hours at closed valve conditions at
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maximum impeller diameter and rated speed.
3.10.2 Lubrication
Information on the type of lubrication to be used and the frequency of
application shall be stated in the operation instructions.
3.10.3 Bearing Housing Design
The bearing housing shall be designed to minimise the ingress of
contaminants and the escape of the lubricant under normal operating
conditions.
3.11
Shaft Sealing
3.11.1 General
The pump may use mechanical seals or soft packaging.
3.11.2 Stuffing Box
Ample space shall be provided for repacking without removing or
dismantling any part other than gland components or guards.
3.11.3 Mechanical Seals
The mechanical seal shall be suitable to withstand the given operating
conditions.
Material for the seal components shall be chosen to withstand corrosion,
erosion, temperature and mechanical stress etc. For mechanical seals
metallic parts wetted by the pumped liquid shall have at least the same
material quality as the pump casing as far as mechanical properties and
corrosion resistance are concerned.
A mechanical seal shall not be subjected to a hydrostatic pressure exceeding
the seal pressure limit.
3.12
Orifice Plates
3.12.1 General
Orifice plates shall only be fitted in pump outlets of 50mm nominal bore or
greater.
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3.12.2 Requirements
Where fitted, orifice plates shall:
a)
b)
c)
d)
150 to 200
Q
p
4.
MARKING
4.1
Nameplate
The pump shall have securely fitted to it a nameplate which is durable, non BRE Global Limited 2005
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4.2
Direction of Rotation
The direction of rotation shall be indicated by a prominently located and securely
attached durable rotation arrow.
4.3
Materials
Pump shafts where in contact with water shall be made of corrosion resistant
materials. Protective sleeves for shafts, and impeller fastenings shall be made from
corrosion resistant material
5.
DOCUMENTATION
Each pump shall be supplied with a characteristic curve sheet which includes the following
particulars:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
h)
i)
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k)
l)
m)
n)
o)
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Model designation.
Minimum bypass flow rate (L/min).
Nominal bore of inlet flange (mm).
Nominal bore of outlet flange (mm).
Orifice identification.
Witnessed by signature.
TESTS
6.1
6.2
6.1.2
6.3
Performance Tests
6.3.1
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test data shall be corrected to rated speed to determine approval performance
characteristics.
6.3.2
b)
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Torsional shear stress at the coupling end of the shaft and at the impeller attachment
at maximum power is calculated from the following.
Stc or Str (N/m2)
16 Tm
_______
(Dc)3
where Tm (N.mm)
9.549 x 106 Pm
________________
rpm
A.2
Maximum principal direct stress and maximum shear stress at impeller attachment
under closed valve conditions are calculated from the following:
Spr (MN/m2)
16
________
[M +
____________
(M2 + (Tcv)2 ) ]
(Dr)3
and Ssr (MN/m2)
=
________
16
____________
(M2 + (Tcv)2 )
(Dr)3
where M = Msc or Mes
Nomenclature and Units
Stc (MN/m2)
Str (MN/m2)
Ssr (MN/m2)
Spr (MN/m2)
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Dc (mm)
Dr (mm)
Pm (kW)
Maximum power
Tm (N.mm)
Tcv (N.mm)
rpm
Msc (MNm)
Mes (MNm)
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Reference
Title
BS 5645 : 1987
(ISO 76)
BS 5512 : 1991
(ISO 281)