What is a Class C fire? This type of fire is known as an energized fire and is caused by electrical equipment that's still plugged in. To combat such a blaze, all electrical power must be cut and an appropriate fire extinguishing chemical must be used.
In larger, fire-prone facilities (e.g. warehouses and factories), appropriate fire protection systems must be in place. The sprinklers heads used for instance, must have larger diameters in order increase the volume of water being discharged through them.
A Class D fire is one that's fueled by combustible metals like magnesium, titanium and lithium. Should you encounter one, you're going to need use either a dry-chemical or a CO2 extinguisher in order to effectively fight the blaze.
If the weather in your area varies, one fire protection system you can have installed is a hybrid sprinkler. Also known as a wet and dry sprinkler, the pipes in this system are charged with water for as long as the temperature is above freezing, but will switch to dry mode when colder weather arrives.
If you live in a place where temperatures don't dip below freezing, then a good fire protection system you can use would be a wet pipe sprinkler. As its name implies, this setup has pipes that are always charged with water, thus allowing for instant release in case a fire breaks out.
Have you ever wondered how fire sprinklers activate? The heads make use of fluid-filled glass bulbs that are set to fail at specific temperatures. Typically, the bulbs fail when the heat source is nearby thus ensuring that the water released will have an immediate effect.
Did you know that the glass bulbs that activate sprinkler heads have different ratings? Orange bulbs for instance, will operate a sprinkler head at 135 °F, while blue ones will activate a sprinkler when temperatures reach 286 °F.
Did you know that sprinklers are the most effective means of fighting a fire? As long as they function properly, these devices will effectively keep a fire at bay or, in many cases, even extinguish it before firefighters arrive.
Did you know that fire sprinklers help save water? Should a fire break out, a sprinkler will discharge a minimum of 60 liters per head per minute. A single fire hose on the other hand, will discharge 500 liters in the same period.
If you're building a structure in a place that's pretty cold, one fire protection system you could go for would be a dry-pipe system. This setup is composed of piping and sprinklers but is filled with air instead of water. If a fire breaks out, the air is released and water rushes in to fill the void.
Fire suppression systems work by changing at least one of the agents needed for a fire. Either the heat must be reduced, oxygen supply cut off, or the chemical reaction altered. Our systems can be configured to address all three elements.
Because grease and fats are the most common cause of restaurant kitchen fires, it is important to monitor their buildup at all times. Make sure grease traps are cleaned on a daily basis (or more frequently) and that ventilation ducts are kept free of grease buildup.
If you are a property manager for commercial or industrial buildings, your goal is to keep rental space filled. Retrofitting buildings with fire suppression systems is a great way to provide added value for existing and potential clients.
Keep in mind that fire codes are based on minimum standards and dictate the conditions concerning when and where specific types of fire protection are needed. It is highly recommended to always exceed code requirements.
For new building construction, especially for any high occupancy building, we recommend working with us during the design phase. Local building codes dictate how many pull stations will be needed, where they must be placed, and govern how they should be installed.
For factories and warehouses that are potential fire risks, a deluge sprinkler system would be the best thing to use. Unlike other sprinkler types, a deluge system discharges a large amount of water over a given area by simultaneously releasing it from several valves.
In any building where there is a possibility that there may be hearing impaired individuals on-site, visual notification systems must be included in the fire alarm system along with auditory notification.
One area to check in your building is the space in openings for wires and pipes. If too large, it creates a channel for fire to be fed and to help it spread. In addition to adding sprinkler systems, these areas should be sealed off where possible.
If you have a commercial fire system, it should be inspected and tested quarterly. A quarterly inspection also involves a water flow test. In addition, the system should have a complete inspection and service every five years, and records of them must be kept.
Because of the zoning capabilities of fire suppression systems, your product and office inventory is better protected in case there is a fire. Because a fire is extinguished quickly, smoke damage is minimized as well.
Fire alarms and smoke detectors, in compliance with NFPA 72, must be connected to each other. If we are installing a fire alarm system, let us know where any existing smoke detectors are located so we can configure them properly.
Dry pipe fire sprinkler systems are designed to prevent water from freezing in pipes in uninsulated areas during cold weather. The purpose is to prevent malfunctions should a fire occur.
