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What is an automatic fire suppression system?
An automatic fire suppression system is an active fire protection solution. Fire suppression technology controls and extinguishes fires without requiring human intervention, or until the fire service arrives. These systems come in many forms, depending on the application.
A range of options are available for these systems which allow them to be used for vehicle fire protection, waste and recycling plant fire suppression and more. Ensuring you’re protected from fires no matter your industry.
All systems have specialist means of detection and suppression, with each suitable for different use-cases. This means making the right decision vital if you are to properly protect your assets and avoid false alarms.
Although these systems activate automatically, manual activation options are also commonplace, giving you an extra layer of security should it be required.
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The benefits of automatic fire suppression
Having this type of fire protection system installed brings with it a number of benefits for your business:
- They’re fast-acting to suppress the fire, getting fire under control before major damage is caused to buildings and equipment. Not only does this minimise financial losses incurred from having to replace damaged goods, it will also reduce the time you need to close down following the fire, again reducing your financial worries in the aftermath.
- Extinguishing systems, which act to control any fires, automatically allow you and your staff to stay safe and get away from the fire, rather than putting your health at risk controlling the fire yourself.
- You’ll have the comfort of knowing your premises are protected even when you’re not around with acute fire detection. Fire can break out at any time, having an automatic system means the fire won’t have time to take hold if it occurs out of office hours.
- Upon activating, these systems can automatically notify the fire brigade, meaning you’ll get help as soon as possible.
- All of this can also often lead to lower insurance premiums, with insurers knowing your business is less likely to suffer major fire damage.
Our products
We offer a wide range of fire suppression systems designed to help businesses in a range of industries protect their premises, equipment and staff from fires.
Some of our most popular products include our water mist systems and water and foam monitor systems. In addition to these, we offer a wide range of fire extinguishing solutions perfectly suited to your business.
We are also proud to be the exclusive distributor for vehicle fire protection specialists Dafo UK and Ireland, giving us particular expertise in this area.
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FAQs
For any further information, please see our list of fire suppression systems frequently asked questions in our collapsable menu below:
How often should fire suppression systems be inspected?
The NFPA guidelines require fire suppression systems to be inspected twice a year by a certified technician.
The NFPA also suggests that site owners appoint experienced fire protection experts check deluge systems at least four times each year to ensure reliable detection, deployment and suppression of fire.
What is a fire suppression system & how it works
A fire suppression system is a group of extinguishing units built to extinguish fires through the immediate application of a suppressing substance. Almost all modern fire suppression technology comprises fire detection components able to detect the initial fire stages such as heat build up & smoke through an ionization or optical smoke detector.
How does a foam fire suppression system work?
In the event of an active fire, foam fire suppression systems protect the premises and those inside through forming an airtight blanket that suppresses combustible vapours & cools the fuel itself through reducing the water surface tension. The most common & multipurpose foams used are Class ‘A’ foams, fluorine-free surfactants. These are ideal for usage in coal mines, power generation, tyre and rubber factories, timber mills, paper warehouses, structures and forest fires.
When is a fire suppression system required?
If your fire risk assessment states the need for a suppression system then it is a legal requirement for one must be installed. Fire safety assessments should be carried out by a BAFE (British Approvals for Fire Equipment) registered company to help maximise the safety of your working environment, however they can be legally carried out by any ‘competent person’
How much does a fire suppression system cost?
The cost of a fire suppression system is relative to both the application it is being used for and size of the area requiring installation, be that commercial (BS 12845:2015) Or residential (BS 9251:2014). The other key factor in determining overall cost is whether the design and installation is in regards to an existing property or a new build. New builds often provide the most cost effective fire suppression solution due to being significantly easier to install.
How to install a fire suppression system?
Fire suppression system installation should always be conducted by a qualified fire systems expert.
For professionals, industrial installation generally follows a template process. Initially a safely located cylinder bracket is installed for pressurised suppression agent cylinders. Discharge nozzles are connected to the cylinder valve through a series of secure pipes, hoses and fittings. Nozzles are then located in the most effective fire targeting areas. Linear heat detection tubing is also installed through the hazard areas and connected to the cylinder valve which will release the suppression agent upon fire detection.
What are the different types of fire suppression systems?
- Gas System – Stored as liquid, with nitrogen used to pressurise it, when released the chemical agent has a chemical reaction with the fire and extinguishes it.
- Water mist System – once released, mist evaporates, starving the area of oxygen.
- Foam Deluge System – disperses concentrated foam mixed with water as the foam expanding agent
- Pneumatic Heat Detection Tube. – length of tubing attached to the suppression agent cylinder which detects heat changes, immediately releasing the agent
What gas is used in fire suppression systems?
- Carbon dioxide (CO2)
- Halon
- Inert Gases, including Inergen
- Clean agents such as: HFC-227ea (FM200) and FK-5-1-12 (Novec 1230)
We work with
At Fire Shield, we specialise in helping businesses in several sectors facing unique fire risks, including:
- Biomass and Waste to Energy
- Buses and Coaches
- Forestry and Agriculture
- Heavy Plant and Machinery
- Mining and Quarrying
- Ports
- Waste and Recycling
- Wood Processing
- Server rooms
In addition to these, we have worked with businesses in a range of other areas for bespoke fire safety systems. Contact us today if you would like to ask our team about our experience in your sector.
