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2406.3.1 Construction of powder coating rooms.
Powder coating rooms shall be constructed of noncombustible materials.
2406.3.2 Construction of powder coating booths.
Powder coating booths shall be constructed in accordance with FC 2404.3.2, except that booth assemblies listed for such purpose and constructed in accordance with such listing may be constructed of materials other than as required by FC 2404.3.2.1.
2406.3.3 Fire protection.
Powder coating rooms and booths shall be protected by fire protection systems in accordance with this section.
2406.3.3.1 Fire extinguishing system.
Powder coating rooms and booths shall be protected throughout by a fire extinguishing system.
2406.3.3.2 Flame detection system.
Automated powder coating application equipment shall be protected by an approved, supervised flame detection device capable of detecting the presence of flame within 1/2 second, that shall, upon activation, automatically initiate the following actions:
1. Shut down electrical power and compressed air supply to the powder coating operation, including the conveyor, ventilation, application, transfer and powder collection systems.
2. Close segregation dampers in associated ductwork to interrupt airflows from application equipment to powder collectors.
3. Activate a local alarm audible within the powder coating room or booth and surrounding area.
2406.3.4 Drying, curing and fusion equipment.
Drying, curing and fusion equipment shall comply with the requirements of FC Chapter 30.
2406.3.5 Ventilation.
Exhaust ventilation and powder recovery systems shall be provided in accordance with Chapter 5 of the Mechanical Code.
2406.4 Operation and maintenance.
Facilities in which powder coating operations are conducted shall be operated and maintained in compliance with the requirements of this section.
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