Waterless fire suppression systems are a hidden gem in the Fire & Life Safety world. Here’s everything you need to know about these asset-saving systems.
When you have a business that relies on critical equipment or volatile combustibles, protecting these expensive assets is of the utmost importance for the future of your operation. Nowadays, we have access to technologies that are designed to ensure such assets are maintained in a safe environment with the proper Fire & Life Safety systems implemented. One of these being waterless fire suppression systems.
What Are Waterless Fire Suppression Systems?
Waterless fire suppression systems are essentially fire sprinkler systems that diffuse gas or foam instead of water. The main objective of a sprinkler system is to control a fire by containing it to its place of origin, whereas, the objective of a suppression system is to extinguish the fire. Sprinkler systems are better suited for the protection of the remaining facility, where suppression systems are designed to protect the high-value assets located within the facility.
How Do They Work?
Because highly combustible materials and electronic equipment pose a bigger threat to loss of life or financial loss, it’s incredibly important to understand the need for a fire suppression system. Waterless suppression systems react immediately to class A, B and C fires to extinguish them at their core.
With the help of early detection and rapid extinguishment, these systems have the ability to eliminate the fire and prevent it from spreading in a matter of seconds. Water can be destructive to nearby electronics, but fire suppression systems are non-conductive and non-corrosive, making them safe around your expensive assets.
Which Environments Need One?
- Airport Hangers
- Chemical Processes
- Flammable Liquid Storage Areas
- Power Generating Processes
- Boat & Marine Applications
- Computer Server Rooms
- Fuel Stations
- Switchgear Rooms
- Cellular Sites
- Factories
- High Tech Medical Applications
- And any other facility that houses highly combustible equipment.
How Can I Get One Installed?
Our certified technicians have years of experience installing waterless fire suppression systems. If you think your building could use one, or you want to schedule us to come out, contact us today! We’ll set up an appointment to inspect your facility and determine the best location for the system.
