Fire sprinkler systems are automatic fire suppression systems designed to detect heat from a developing fire and discharge water (or an approved extinguishing agent) to control or extinguish the fire. These systems operate independently at each sprinkler head, activating only in areas where sufficient heat is present.
Fire sprinkler systems are engineered by S&S Midwest Fire Protection to:
- Protect life and property by controlling fire growth in its early stages.
- Automatically detect heat, typically via fusible link or glass-bulb sprinkler heads.
- Deliver water through a network of pipes supplied by a reliable water source.
- Contain, control, or extinguish the fire until the fire department arrives.
- Reduce smoke, heat, and toxic gas production, increasing survivability and limiting building damage.
Characteristics & Benefits:
Automatic activation
Individual sprinkler heads respond only when heat reaches their rated temperature.
Code-regulated
Designed and installed in accordance with NFPA standards (commonly NFPA 13, 13R, or 13D).
System types
Includes wet, dry, preaction, deluge, and foam-water systems depending on building type and hazard level.
High reliability
Fire sprinkler systems control or extinguish most fires before they spread, often activating only one or two heads.