Sparc Fire Protection Engineering, LLC specializes in consulting over a broad range of fire protection topics. Whether it’s the design of a new building or renovations to enhance the look and functionality of an existing structure we can help contribute to the successful outcome of your project.
Building and Fire Code Consulting
Whether it’s the design of new buildings, renovations to enhance an existing structure, or preparation of a master plan, code interpretation is critical to fulfilling your goal. Ideas and creativity guide owners, developers and architects towards their vision, but the building code and fire code provide the fire protection requirements for ensuring life safety is addressed…read more
Fire Alarm Consulting
The fire alarm system is one of the more important life safety systems within your building; detecting the presence of a fire condition, notifying the occupants to exit, and contacting the fire department to respond. However we frequently find the fire alarm is a last-minute thought This ultimately causes a delay in TCO issuance due to improper fire alarm function…read more
Expediting and Authority Liaison
Understanding the requirements of the New York City Department of Buildings and Fire Department can be complex. Changes in the process are constantly occurring and lack of familiarity can cause both cost increases and delays in your project’s approval. Sparc can simplify the process, which translates to time and cost savings for your project…read more
Performance-Based Design
Performance based design is an approach to complying with the code or developing alternative compliance using engineering principles. Most commonly, performance-based design is used to evaluate the smoke control system within an atrium, determine the egress time of a building or assist in the sizing of stairwell and elevator pressurization systems. …read more
Fire Protection Systems Design, Review and Oversight
Sparc’s expertise in fire detection and fire protection systems design, review and oversight can contribute to your project in multiple ways. Every project has specific needs requiring a code compliant system design that is flexible to work within your unique project framework. A one size fits all approach to fire protection design is not contributory to meeting the team’s and client’s goals…read more
Emergency Planning and Preparedness
Testing your emergency plan during a catastrophic event is not the time to find out it doesn’t work. Sparc can design your emergency response plan to ensure you’re ready for a myriad events. We have a complete understanding of emergency preparedness plans including Comprehensive Fire Safety/Emergency Action plans, Fire Safety Plans and Fire Protection Plans…read more
