Guided Tour: Sprinkler Fitters U.A. Local 709
Date: Monday, July 14, 2025. 9am - 12pm
Location: Sprinkler Fitters U.A. Local 709 - 12140 Rivera Rd. Whittier, CA 90606
Free Onsite Parking. Lunch included!
Limited Availability - First Come, First Served!
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The Southern California Chapter of SFPE invites you to a special guided tour of Sprinkler Fitters U.A. Local 709 — a state-of-the-art training compound and the only facility of its kind in the United States! This high-tech environment features working systems, full-scale labs, and live demonstration spaces.
Attendees will rotate through three technical stations led by subject matter experts from Local 709. This is a unique opportunity to observe system behavior up close and gain insight into field applications of the fire protection systems you design, approve, or inspect.
Agenda:
9:00 - 9:15: Check-in & Refreshments
9:15 - 11:30: Rotating Technical Sessions (3 x 45 min)
11:30 - 12:00: Lunch & Wrap-Up
Technical Sessions:
Session 1: Fire Pump Testing & Equipment Overview
Learn about fire pump configurations, witness a live pump test, and observe flow readings in real time.
Session 2: Exterior Training Structure & Roof Flow Testing
Tour the exterior structure and observe live standpipe flow testing, with insights into system function, water delivery, and testing procedures
Session 3: Sprinkler Valve & Flow Lab Demonstration
Explore one of the most comprehensive valve room setups in Southern California. Attendees will see a variety of valve types, riser assemblies, and functional flow lab setups designed to simulate a range of system conditions.
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