Fire sprinkler systems aren’t like the ones you’ve seen in action movies– they aren’t there to add more drama, but rather stop the chaos from happening. Here’s how impactful Miami fire sprinkler systems actually are.

We know what you’re thinking. We’ve all seen movies where fire sprinklers get a whiff of smoke and next thing you know, everyone in the building is soaked. This perception of fire sprinkler systems is a common misconception that we’re debunking in this blog. 

Here’s how you can expect your Miami fire sprinkler systems to work on the job: 

“They’re Activated By Smoke”

Sure, smoke is an indicator of a fire, but sprinkler systems are actually activated by heat– one sprinkler head at a time. When fires start in a certain area, the heat rises to reach the fire sprinkler heads nearest to the source and only those are the ones that go off. Oftentimes, only one or two sprinkler heads are necessary to extinguish a fire– depending on its reach. 

If all sprinkler systems were to go off based on the smoke from Steve’s bagel burning in the toaster, the water damage done would do more harm than good. Luckily, these efficient systems were designed to suppress a fire to a certain area based on temperature.

“We Don’t Need A Sprinkler System If We Have A Smoke Detector” 

 If this were true, what are we implementing Miami fire sprinkler systems for? Smoke detectors were designed to alert occupants of a potential fire hazard and when hooked up to fire alarm systems, they also alert the fire department. However, they aren’t designed to replace a fire sprinkler system’s job, but instead offer additional assistance during a state of emergency. 

Unless your building is located directly next to a fire station, fire sprinkler systems are an essential solution for suppressing a fire until the fire department arrives and allowing for safer egress. While the other Fire Safety systems are useful to implement as well, you’ll wish you had a sprinkler system in the heat of the moment. 

If you’re debating about whether or not you’re required by code to invest in a Miami fire sprinkler system, call us! This revolutionary technology is designed to protect your building and the people in it because it’s always better to be safe than sorry. Contact us today to schedule an appointment!