This abundantly illustrated, step-by-step approach is a vital reference for every designer of fire protection systems, and will serve as essential information for architects, engineers, plumbing firms and fire service officers. Hydraulic calculations for the most commonly encountered water-based fire protection systems are addressed in detail. Manual hydraulic calculations for the most commonly encountered water-based fire protection systems are addressed in detail. Manual hydraulic calculations are thoroughly covered and a 3.5 inch computer disk is included providing the reader with the opportunity to calculate a wide variety of systems.