Ensuring fire and life safety in building design is paramount, and at PUMO Engineering, it's our core priority. With a hands-on approach, our team specializes in crafting tailored solutions for your project, whether it involves Fire Suppression, Fire Alarm and Detection, or the design of Special Hazard systems. We are dedicated to delivering solutions that align with your specific needs and budgetary considerations.

Harnessing the power of cutting-edge 3D design software such as REVIT and AutoSPRINK, we provide clients with a comprehensive visualization of the proposed systems even before commencement. This enables precise planning and enhances efficiency throughout the design process.

Pumo Engineering stands as an industry leader and trailblazer in fire protection and life safety design. Our team comprises licensed fire protection engineers and design professionals . Their wealth of knowledge and experience ensures the delivery of accurate, cost-effective fire protection and life safety system designs, meticulously executed in accordance with all relevant codes and standards.

Our approach is grounded in a proven management and technical methodology, bolstered by a highly qualified and experienced design team. We uphold a sound corporate support philosophy and maintain an unwavering commitment to partnership, guaranteeing the success of your project from inception to completion.

At PUMO Engineering, we recognize the critical importance of fire and life safety in every building design endeavor. With our expertise, dedication, and collaborative spirit, we ensure that your project is equipped with the most effective and reliable fire protection solutions available.

FIRE DETECTION & FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS

Fire detection and alarm systems are paramount for ensuring the safety of employees and the public in the event of a fire. At our firm, our engineering team possesses in-depth knowledge of the codes regulating the design, installation, and upkeep of these critical systems.

Led by licensed fire protection engineers and NICET-certified technicians, our team develops rigorous design criteria, produces meticulous design drawings encompassing circuitry and device layout, and conducts comprehensive reviews of plans or specifications crafted by external parties.

AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEMS

Pumo Engineering boasts extensive expertise in crafting design criteria and detailed plans for automatic sprinkler systems across diverse construction and occupancy configurations. Our team includes members who actively contribute to NFPA technical committees overseeing the design and installation of sprinkler systems.

We specialize in delivering cost-effective design and installation solutions tailored to both new constructions and retrofitting projects for existing buildings. With proficiency in both "control" and "suppression" sprinkler technology, we ensure adherence to rigorous design criteria while optimizing fire protection measures.

SPECIAL HAZARD SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS

While not always mandated by code, these systems frequently serve as valuable supplements or alternatives to more expensive fire protection features required by regulations. Expertise in their application is a specialized aspect of fire protection design. PUMO Engineering excels in establishing design criteria, crafting detailed designs, and supervising the installation of the following systems:

• Clean Agent Systems

• Inverting Systems

• High-Speed Deluge Systems

• High Expansion Foam Systems

• Low Expansion (AFFF) Foam Systems

• Kitchen Hood Wet/Dry Chemical System

FIRE PROTECTION WATER SUPPLY

Pumo Engineering conducts comprehensive hydraulic analyses of both public and private water supply systems. Subsequently, we formulate criteria tailored to meet our clients' objectives and adhere to stringent fire code requirements.

BUILDING COMPONENTS & SMOKE MANAGEMENT

Statistical data underscores the fact that, during fires, smoke inhalation poses a greater threat to human life than burns. At our firm, we utilize advanced computer models to forecast the dispersion of smoke and toxic gases within buildings, refining our plans accordingly. Our construction management services guarantee the proper installation of these features, ensuring compliance with codes and satisfying the Authority Having Jurisdiction.

ENGINEERED ALTERNATIVES

While acknowledging the significance of adhering to codes and standards, PUMO Engineering's experienced professionals recognize the potential for alternative design and construction methods. Traditional fire and life safety codes may sometimes impede the architectural vision for distinct construction projects. Our team collaborates closely with clients to devise innovative solutions that offer an equivalent level of protection, potentially reducing overall costs.

By adopting a forward-thinking approach, we leverage performance-based design and engineered alternatives to mitigate construction expenses. Our engineers engage proactively with Authorities Having Jurisdiction to address code conflicts and secure project approval, ensuring seamless implementation of creative solutions.

COMPUTER MODELING

Utilizing advanced computer modeling, we conduct thorough research on fire growth and smoke propagation within buildings, offering insights into their performance during fire incidents. This technology enables us to ensure a pragmatic approach to both active and passive fire protection features, including engineered alternatives.

We leverage programs developed by the National Institute of Science and Technology for fire and smoke modeling, allowing for the validation of life safety design criteria and building occupant egress times. Of paramount concern in facility design is the safe movement of individuals during emergencies. Our modeling services facilitate the assessment of people's movement throughout the facility, aiding in the validation of alternative designs, materials, and engineering concepts.

PLAN REVIEW & CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

Our collaborative approach prioritizes a thorough understanding of code requirements from the outset of your project's design phase, ensuring timely approval of building permits. We actively engage in reviewing design drawings to guarantee compliance with pertinent fire protection and life safety codes and standards.

Throughout the design and construction phases, we meticulously assess your design and construction documents, providing oversight during system installation. Our meticulous oversight extends to witnessing acceptance testing of systems and equipment, ensuring adherence to established standards and optimal functionality.

COMPUTER ASSISTED DRAFTING

At Pumo Engineering, we possess extensive expertise in computer-assisted drafting and design techniques. Our CAD standards adhere to NFPA 170 symbols, ensuring consistency and quality across all projects. Additionally, we are proficient in utilizing advanced software platforms such as REVIT and MicroStation to enhance our design capabilities and deliver superior results.

DESIGN-BUILD

At Pumo Engineering, our design-build project delivery system offers clients a streamlined approach to fire protection and life safety projects. From initial design to final acceptance testing, we oversee all aspects, reducing completion time, minimizing change orders, and optimizing client resources for other project priorities.

Our extensive network of installation professionals enables us to assemble a dedicated team, ensuring project success from inception to completion. Through our design-build system, clients benefit from innovative designs and single-source accountability for the entire fire protection and life safety component of their projects.