Wet Alarm Valves Boston: UL and FM Listed Wet Alarm Valves with Retard Chamber and Trim for Boston Metro Fire Protection Projects
ValveAtlas supplies UL Listed and FM Approved wet alarm valves to fire protection contractors, sprinkler subcontractors and EPC firms on Boston, Cambridge, Somerville, Brookline, Newton and Greater Boston metro projects. 2-day truck freight from Toronto HQ, BFD-accepted UL/FM dual-listed valves, and full technical support for 780 CMR submittals.
This page is the technical reference for Boston specifying engineers selecting wet alarm valves, retard chambers, trim assemblies and pressure switches on wet pipe sprinkler systems governed by 780 CMR, BFD Fire Prevention Code, NFPA 13 and NFPA 72.
Wet alarm valve range for Boston projects
| Type | SKU | End connection | Pressure class | Listings | Sizes | Typical Boston application |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wet alarm valve 300 psi | UVW-1511-300 | Grooved AWWA C606 | 300 psi CWP | UL 193, FM Class 1041 | 2″ to 8″ | Wet pipe sprinkler riser on Back Bay, Seaport and Cambridge high-rise |
| Wet alarm valve 175 psi | UVW-1511-175 | Grooved AWWA C606 | 175 psi CWP | UL 193, FM | 2″ to 8″ | Standard-height Boston commercial |
| Retard chamber | UVW-RC-30 | 1/2″ NPT | 300 psi CWP | UL/FM | 30 sec retard | Water hammer suppression on Boston systems |
| Pressure switch | UVW-PS-DPDT | 1/2″ NPT | 300 psi CWP | UL | DPDT 10A 125 VAC | Waterflow alarm signal to Boston fire alarm panel |
| Complete trim kit | UVW-TRIM | Per valve size | 300 psi CWP | UL/FM | 2″ to 8″ | Drip cup, main drain, inspector test assembly |
Why Boston contractors choose ValveAtlas
BFD acceptance. Every UVW-series valve is UL/FM dual-listed, meeting Boston Fire Department acceptance criteria. UL 193 and FM Class 1041 certificates provided with every shipment for BFD field inspection.
Complete trim package. Every UVW-1511-300 riser order ships with complete trim: ball drip, main drain, inspector test connection, 30-second retard chamber, dual pressure switches, and bronze check valve. Eliminates field-fabricated trim and contractor labor.
780 CMR submittals. ValveAtlas provides 780 CMR submittal packages with UL/FM certificates, installation instructions, hydrostatic test records and engineer acceptance letters compatible with the Massachusetts State Building Code.
2-day truck freight from Toronto. Toronto HQ warehouse holds UVW-1511-300 in 4″ and 6″ for 2-day freight to Boston metro.
Code and listing acceptance for Boston
780 CMR. The Massachusetts State Building Code adopts NFPA 13 with Massachusetts amendments and requires UL/FM listed sprinkler components. UVW-1511-300 meets UL 193 and FM Class 1041 listing requirements.
BFD Fire Prevention Code. City of Boston Fire Prevention Code requires UL/FM listed components on all fire protection installations; BFD inspectors accept manufacturer certification.
Longwood Medical Area. Hospital expansion projects in the Longwood Medical Area standardize on UL/FM listed wet alarm valves for sprinkler risers. UVW-series acceptance on Longwood Medical Area bid packages.
University campuses. Boston-area university campus construction specifies UL/FM listed wet alarm valves for laboratory, classroom and dormitory fire protection. ValveAtlas supports campus submittals with UL/FM certificates.
Approved-equal submittals
Where a specification names a specific manufacturer, we prepare an approved-equal submittal package (listing certificates, dimensional drawings and material data) for review by the engineer of record and the authority having jurisdiction.
Boston-specific delivery logistics
Back Bay and Seaport District. Back Bay and Seaport high-rise towers — bulk UVW-1511 orders staged for rooftop hoist or elevator delivery. Coordination with building logistics for narrow-street unloading.
Cambridge and Somerville. Kendall Square, Alewife, Assembly Square, Union Square and university campus projects — direct truck freight via I-93 or I-90 to job sites.
Longwood Medical Area. Brookline, Mission Hill, LMA hospital expansions — palletized delivery to loading docks; LMA security clearance coordination available.
North Shore and MetroWest. Lynn, Salem, Peabody, Framingham, Newton, Waltham commercial and industrial — 2-day direct truck freight from Toronto hub.
South Shore. Quincy, Braintree, Weymouth commercial projects — direct freight via I-93 to job sites.
Related products for complete Boston sprinkler riser package
Gate valves. UV0199 OS&Y flanged gate for Boston riser bases. See Gate Valves.
Butterfly valves. UVB-G310 grooved butterfly with integral tamper for Boston zone control. See Butterfly Valves Boston.
Check valves. UL/FM swing check for Boston fire pump discharge and FDC trim. See Check Valves.
Grooved couplings. UV11 rigid and UV14 flexible couplings for UVW-1511 connections. See Coupling Fittings Boston.
Test and drain valves. Inspector test, main drain and test/drain manifolds. See Test and Drain Valves.
Frequently asked questions (Boston)
Are these wet alarm valves accepted by BFD? Yes. UVW-series wet alarm valves are UL/FM dual-listed. UL 193 and FM Class 1041 certificates provided for every shipment; BFD inspectors accept at final inspection.
What documentation is required for 780 CMR submittal? UL certificate (UL 193), FM certificate (FM Class 1041), manufacturer’s installation instructions, hydrostatic test records, and engineer acceptance letter. ValveAtlas provides complete 780 CMR-ready submittal packages with each quote.
Does UVW-1511-300 meet seismic design for Boston? Yes. UVW-1511-300 grooved end connection provides seismic deflection. Massachusetts 780 CMR seismic provisions accept UL/FM listed flexible connections for sprinkler system seismic bracing.
What is delivery time to Boston? Standard stock items ship from Toronto HQ within 2 business days to Boston metro. Same-day local Boston delivery available on emergency replacements via dedicated ground freight partners.
Contact ValveAtlas for Boston wet alarm valve quotation
For wet alarm valve quotations, approved-equal submittals for BFD approval, or 780 CMR compliance packages on Boston, Cambridge, Somerville, Brookline, Newton or Greater Boston metro projects, email the project specification and drawings to info@valve-atlas.com or use the contact form. Standard turnaround is 48 hours.