Assembly

Assembly PDF

Project Highlight

Legoland

Goshen, NY

RAN Fire Protection Engineering conducted a comprehensive fire flow assessment for the Legoland theme park in Goshen, NY. This project involved evaluating the site’s water distribution system and estimating both the required and available fire water flows for over 30 buildings across the park. RAN’s expertise was crucial in performing detailed calculations, utilizing industry standards like NFPA, New York State Fire Code, and ISO procedures for non-sprinklered buildings, and assessing sprinkler system demands for others. A key consideration was the park’s combined fire and domestic water system, which required careful integration of domestic water usage into the fire protection hydraulic calculations. The assessment resulted in a final design that eliminated fire pumps in multiple buildings across the site, resulting in significant cost savings for the owner.

More Assembly Projects

Universal Preservation Hall
Whiteface Mid-Station Lodge
Mission Church
Ventfort Hall
Hart Theater
Darien Lake Performing Arts

Universal Preservation Hall

Saratoga Springs, NY

RAN Fire Protection Engineering designed the fire sprinkler and fire alarm systems as part of the renovation of a historic assembly venue originally constructed in 1871. The 31,500 SF High Victorian Gothic structure was restored after decades of deterioration that led to the building being condemned in 2000. RAN’s fire protection design supported the safe reuse of the building as a 700-seat community performance and event space.

The fire alarm and sprinkler systems provide life safety for large public gatherings while also protecting the historic structure from fire damage. RAN also supported implementation through construction administration services to confirm that the fire protection systems were installed in accordance with the engineered design. These services contributed to the successful restoration and continued preservation of a landmark building that now hosts performances, lectures, weddings, conferences, and community events.

 

Size: 31,500 SF

Whiteface Lodge

Wilmington, NY

RAN Fire Protection Engineering was retained by the Olympic Regional Development Authority (ORDA) to provide design and construction administration services for the replacement of the Whiteface Mid-Station Lodge in Wilmington, NY, after the original facility was destroyed by fire. This building is uniquely situated high on the mountain, presenting a significant challenge due to the absence of a municipal water supply.

RAN’s expertise was critical in developing the design criteria for a dedicated fire water storage system and fire pump system to ensure the facility meets required fire flow standards. RAN’s role encompassed the complete design of the fire sprinkler system (NFPA 13), fire alarm system (NFPA 72), and fire pumps (NFPA 20). By collaborating directly with ORDA Code Enforcement, RAN ensured the overall building design and engineered solutions complied with the New York State Fire Code, providing the client with a secure, compliant replacement structure for this critical alpine asset.

Mission Church

Holmes, NY

RAN Fire Protection Engineering provided fire protection engineering consulting and design services for a new automatic sprinkler system serving the existing church building and additions totaling approximately 24,000 square feet. The work included hazard classification to establish design criteria, sprinkler piping and layout in accordance with NFPA 13, hydraulic calculations, and design of an electric fire pump with sizing of the required water supply. RAN also coordinated the design to integrate with the character of the existing structure while supporting life safety and code-compliant system performance.

RAN also supported implementation through construction administration services to confirm that the fire protection systems were installed in accordance with the engineered design. This involvement helped carry the design intent through installation and supported a compliant sprinkler system for the facility.

Size: 24,000 sqft | Construction Cost: $100,000

Ventfort Hall

Lenox, MA

RAN Fire Protection Engineering provided fire protection engineering design services to support upgrades to the existing sprinkler system serving this historic 1893 mansion and museum. The work included design of water service entrance modifications, including a backflow preventer, associated valves, and updates to the fire department connection, along with hydraulic calculations to verify that the municipal water supply could meet system demand.
RAN also designed modifications to the existing basement sprinkler system to allow installation of a dry pipe sprinkler system in accordance with NFPA 13 to protect approximately 8,000 square feet of basement space. RAN also supported implementation through construction administration services to confirm that the fire protection systems were installed in accordance with the engineered design.

Size: 28,000 SF

Hart Theater

Albany, NY

RAN Fire Protection Engineering evaluated existing fire protection features at the Hart Theatre within The Egg at Empire State Plaza. The assessment included review of the proscenium fire curtain, escalator fire shutter, and the associated fly cable system to document existing conditions and system performance.

RAN performed fire protection and fire alarm code analysis, conducted site visits, and reviewed existing system drawings to identify compliance considerations and operational concerns. The work culminated in a program-level report that documented findings, provided code-based recommendations, and presented design options to improve reliability and life safety performance for the theater’s fire protection features.

Size: 10,000 sqft | Construction Cost: $330,000

Darien Lake Performing Arts

Darien Center, NY

RAN Fire Protection Engineering provided third-party fire protection consulting as part of a Life Safety Evaluation for the 21,600-person Darien Lake Performing Arts Center. RAN reviewed the Life Safety Evaluation documentation and assessed applicable New York State Building Code means of egress requirements associated with the facility.

RAN evaluated the overall life safety strategy for the venue, including review of fire protection systems, emergency communication and notification approaches, and crowd egress considerations for large assembly events. The review included assessment of emergency evacuation flow paths, gate locations, and security barrier placement to support effective mass evacuation and emergency response planning for the outdoor performance venue.

Subscribe To Our Newsletter