Patent ID: 7221281
Filing Date: 2007-05-22
Classification: A62C,F16K,G01F,G01M,G08B,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A Tri Water System to be deployed in a structure, the system of the type having a central water heating/cooling unit, a re-circulation pump, supply piping, return piping, at least one heat transfer unit disposed between the supply and return piping in communication therewith for transferring heat to/from air in the structure, supply and return side drain/test connections, and a water supply for supplying additional water to the system as needed, the improvement comprising: a. at least one fire protection sprinkler supplied with water by system piping; b. a sensor means for determining whether at least one fire sprinkler has been activated; and c. supplemental supply means for ensuring that sufficient water is available to meet fire protection needs.