Definition(s)
Design Filling Rate
Design filling rate is the minimum filling used during the approval tests in accordance with appendix 2.
Source: IMO MSC.1/Circ.1271, Guidelines for the approval of high-expansion foam using inside air for the protection of machinery spaces and cargo pump-rooms, 4 June 2008, International Maritime Organization. Regulatory Guidance
Design Filling Rate
Design filling rate is at least the minimum nominal filling rate used during the approval tests. <fixed foam fire-extinguishing systems>.
Source: IMO Resolution MSC.327(90), amendments to the International Code for Fire Safety Systems, 25 May 2012, International Maritime Organization. Regulatory Guidance