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Window Sprinklers and Water Curtains
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Sep 17thTime:
10:00am - 11:00amDuring this presentation we will be reviewing various code allowed alternative to things like rated walls and atrium enclosures. We’ll be reviewing IBC and NFPA requirements and trade-ups when using sprinklers as well as talking about how to properly use window sprinklers, water curtains and other alternatives that sprinklers can provide.
Melisa Rodriguez
Johnson ControlsMelisa Rodriguez is Sr. Manager of Industry Relations with Johnson Controls. She is a licensed Fire Protection Professional Engineer with 21 years of experience in the industry and has held various roles including Project Manager, Designer, Lead Fire Protection Engineer, and Senior Business Development Manager. She is also NICET certified Level IV in Water Based Systems Layout. She earned her Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering and MBA from the University of Minnesota located in Minneapolis, MN. Melisa serves on the MN board of licensure (AELSLAGID), is Vice-Chair of the MN Governor’s Council for Fire Prevention and Control, a principal member of NFPA 14, 13R/13D and 88A Technical Committees, alternate member of the NFPA 13 Discharge Committee, NFSA Future Leadership Committee Vice-Chair, SFPE Virtual Learning Subcommittee Chair, and Past President of the MN Chapter Society of Fire Protection Engineers.