Serving the Greater Seattle Area and Beyond
Through RAN’s Greater Seattle location, we deliver comprehensive fire protection engineering solutions across Washington. From system design to code consulting, RAN delivers solutions which are tailored to Washington’s unique building codes and project needs. We partner with architects, engineers, developers, building owners, and contractors throughout Washington to provide innovative, compliant, and cost-effective fire safety solutions.
Washington Code Experts
Our extensive knowledge of Washington’s fire and building code regulations equips RAN to navigate state and local complexities, ensuring compliance for all projects. This strong command of Washington-specific codes is essential for expert dialogue and resolution with Authorities Having Jurisdiction throughout Washington.
Seattle, WA
For the Union Bay Place Apartments in Seattle, WA, a new construction 98-unit mixed-use residential building with six levels, RAN engineers provided specialized fire protection engineering services. The project featured a unique challenge: a three-level car stacking system on the first floor, capable of holding 51 vehicles. Because standard fire safety rules like NFPA 13 don’t have specific guidelines for three-level car stackers, RAN’s job was to review the proposed car stacker parking system and develop appropriate sprinkler design criteria. They leveraged their expertise by referencing existing criteria from other jurisdictions, such as Portland, OR, and San Francisco, CA, and fire test data to propose a robust sprinkler layout. This included an Extra Hazard Group 1 design at the ceiling and Ordinary Hazard Group 2 sidewall sprinklers for each lower parking level, ensuring enhanced safety and compliance for this complex parking solution.
Lynnwood, WA
RAN Fire Protection Engineering delivered specialized services for Sound Transit’s existing storage warehouse in Lynnwood, WA. The project focused on a high-piled storage assessment for new single-row rack storage. RAN’s work involved a thorough review of the current storage setup, the design standards for the fire sprinkler system, and how the stored materials were classified in terms of their combustibility. This review was conducted according to the guidelines of NFPA 13, 2019 edition, and the 2021 International Fire Code (IFC). A critical aspect of their assessment was confirming that the existing wet pipe fire sprinkler system was sufficient for the planned 16-foot high storage and that proper clearances were maintained. RAN’s expertise ensured Sound Transit received a comprehensive report, which is necessary to obtain the required high-piled storage permit, thereby guaranteeing compliance with safety regulations and enhancing the facility’s overall safety.
Fife, WA
For Rivian’s warehouse in Fife, WA, RAN engineers provided crucial fire protection consulting services to support a storage permit application. The project involved a single-story warehouse, where Rivian plans to store a range of items, including high-hazard group A plastics, tires, and hazardous materials like flammable liquids and lithium-ion batteries. RAN’s role was to review the proposed storage arrangements and commodities against various fire codes and standards, including the Washington State Building and Fire Codes, NFPA 13, NFPA 30, and FMDS 7-112. This comprehensive review ensured compliance and enhanced safety for the facility’s diverse storage needs.