nVent CADDY Seismic Handbook

An Industry First:

Illustrated Handbook for Simplifying Seismic Protection

Whether you’re a part of the design, installation or inspection, installing sprinkler systems is complex—especially in seismic areas. To help simplify and speed up the process, nVent CADDY created a series of handbooks to serve as an easy-to-read breakdown of international codes and standards for seismic protection—particularly for fire sprinkler systems.

DESIGNED WITH YOU IN MIND

You can now request access to our specific series of Seismic Handbooks, tailored directly to your specific needs:

INSTALLATION

Installations illustrated to meet requirements
Layout guidance for sway bracing, flexibility and clearance
Solutions for common challenges
One-page examples featuring the application of multiple code sections

DESIGN

Design phase step-by-step guide
Guided examples with actual calculations
System selection recommendations

INSPECTION

Verify product certifications and design/installation compliance
Avoid rework for installers
Perform risk and quality assessments
Assist contractors in meeting requirements

CREATED FOR CODE SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

nVent CADDY offers various handbooks for different codes. Explore which is right for you:

FM 2-8 (2025)

These handbooks were created according to the following standards:

FM Global Property Loss Prevention Data Sheet 2-8: Earthquake Protection for Water-based Fire Protection Systems

EN 12845-3:2024

These handbooks were created according to the following standards:

EN 12845-3:2024 Fixed firefighting systems – Automatic sprinkler systems – Part 3: Guidance for earthquake bracing

NFPA 13-22 - NFPA 13-25

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These handbooks were created according to the following standards:
	FM Global Property Loss Prevention Data Sheet 2-8: Earthquake Protection for Water-based Fire Protection Systems
How our Handbooks Make Seismic Simple:
	Complex codes and standards streamlined into clear step-by-step guides Illustrated graphs and drawings to represent each standard’s requirements Process guidance using color-coded breakdowns of bracing, flexibility and clearance Easy-to-follow requirements—from water source to sprinkler heads Clickable, hassle-free navigation Built for ease of use on your tablets Proprietary compliance pyramid

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