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> Does anybody have information on the accepted norms, experience with
> these `dry' pipe systems or data on them being less efficient?
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> I look forward to your replies, Thanx.
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Dear Glyn,
 
I don't have any direct info for you, but I can suggest two places to
try--the built-environment and the facilities-management bulletin boards
(both geared to architecture, engineering, construction etc...).  The
addresses are:
 
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Chris Kant is the moderator for built-environment (in my old home
town-Edinburgh, Scotland).  If you like, I can cross-post your message
there.
 
Ann Morton
Facilities Archive
University of Rochester
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