Counterfeit GL5651 Sprinklers (Colombia, Dubai)

FM Approvals has been notified of counterfeit GL5651 sprinklers found in Colombia bearing the FM Approvals mark. Counterfeit sprinklers similar in appearance were also reported in Dubai. FM Approvals has not certified or tested these sprinklers.

Company Identity: Manufacturer is unknown. “GLOBE” is marked on the sprinklers but were not manufactured by Globe Fire Sprinkler Corp. or Victaulic.

Product Identity: 1/2” NPT, glass bulb sprinklers with pendent-style deflectors, marked “GL5651”.

FM Approval Status: Not FM Approved

Hazard Involved: The products described in this product alert have never been tested or certified as FM Approved. Use of products that falsely claim FM Approval may present a property risk for the user. Failure modes of untested sprinklers may include (but are not limited to): failure to operate or delayed operation in response to fire, early or unexpected operation, orifice leakage, deflector detachment under flow, inadequate discharge volume, and inadequate distribution pattern.