Subject 448 (1247)

Bulletin Dated: October 22, 2007

SUMMARY OF TOPICS

The following topics were discussed at the 448 meeting:

1. Interest in developing an ANSI Standard for Stationary Fire Pump Packages

2. Proposal Request (PR6240) for UL 448

3. Editorial type clarification to 8.4 of UL 448

4. Clarification of test procedures and requirements described in 20.6.10 of UL 1247

5. Proposal Request (PR7673) for UL 1247

6. Report from Task Group on Mechanical Seals

7. Development of ANSI Standard for Flexible Couplings and Connecting Shafts for Fire Pumps

8. Development of ANSI Standard for Stationary, Rotary Type, Positive Displacement Pumps for Fire-Protection Service

9. Development of an ANSI Standard for Residential Fire Pumps Intended for One- and Two-Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes

The following topics were discussed at the joint STP 218/448 meeting:

1. Possible revisions to UL 1247 and UL 218 to enhance compatibility (Joint STP 218/448 Meeting)

2. The need to investigate the performance of engines and controllers under low voltage conditions (Joint STP 218/448 Meeting)

3. Revising UL 218 to require terminal wiring diagram and numbering (Joint STP 218/448 Meeting)

4. Possible development of an ANSI standard for fire pump packages (Joint STP 218/448 Meeting)

5. Improving UL 448 and UL 1247 producer participation on STP 218, and improving UL 218 producer participation on STP 448 (Joint STP 218/448 Meeting)

6. Possible Development of Requirements Covering Limited Service Controllers (Joint STP 218/448 Meeting)