
What is a Post Indicator Valve (PIV) and Are They Required?
Oct 29, 2020 · In short, post indicator valves (PIVs) are sturdy, above-ground access and operator valves used for automatic sprinkler systems and wet standpipe systems whose main …
Post Indicator Valves - American Fire Supply
Post indicator valves (PIV) provide a means to operate a buried or otherwise inaccessible non-rising stem (NRS) gate valve.
#365 – A Guide to Post Indicator Valve Requirements - QRFS
Oct 6, 2020 · A post indicator valve allows firefighters to cut off supply to compromised areas, ensuring their efforts aren’t hampered by the loss of pressure, or water being diverted to the …
UL/FM Indicator Posts | Mueller Co. Water Products Division
Mueller® indicator posts are used in fire protection systems and perform several functions. They provide a means to operate a buried or otherwise inaccessible valve. Also, indicator posts …
Function of a Post Indicator Valve (PIV) in Fire Safety Systems
Also known as PIV, indicator post, I post, IP, post indicator, or wall post, a post indicator valve is a valve assembly used for the purpose of underground piping for water supply to fire protection …
icator valves (PIV) employing 2 inch operating nuts. The Bell attaches to a PIV mounting flange having four bolt holes s. aced at 90° on a 10-1/2 inch diameter bolt circle. The Bell. rough 14 …
Basic Info on Post-Indicator Valves (PIVs)
Nov 29, 2024 · A Post-Indicator Valve is a type of valve commonly used in modern-day fire protection and water supply systems. Also known as a Post-Indicator Hydrant (PIH) or …
Post-Indicator Valve: Required for My Project? - MeyerFire
One project question I very commonly receive from civil engineers is whether a post-indicator valve (PIV) is required. In short, there are options. I'm exploring PIVs in more detail in this …
PIV Installation: Standards, Requirements, and Positioning
Dec 30, 2024 · Inherently, post-indicator valves (PIVs) are subject to the same strict criteria, especially considering their critical role in fire protection systems. However, in 2010, the …
All to know about Indicator Post for Fire Protection
Aug 4, 2020 · Indicator post, also known as post indicator valve (PIV), post indicator, controls the flow of water and is an important type of valve in fire protection systems. It is commonly used …