NFSA Annual Seminar 2011

 Fire sprinkler systems have been required for years by local codes and ordinances because they provide relatively simple, extremely reliable, affordable fire protection. But because they have been mandated by law, many building owners, architects and specifying engineers see them as an "extra" in construction. They sometimes go to great lengths to avoid sprinkler protection.
     In reality, sprinklers not only provide excellent fire protection, they also represent an excellent investment opportunity for building owners. This paper will look at sprinklers from a purely monetary perspective.