02/12/2018
Different types of sprinkler systems
Fire protection systems are an essential part of any building’s security system.
Fortunately, there are a wide variety of fire protection systems available on the market for builders and property owners to choose from. Listed below are the four most common types.
Pre-Action Systems
Pre-action fire protection systems are filled with air and require two triggers to activate, so as to prevent accidental or unnecessary sprinklings in case of false alarms. Once activated, these systems allow water to pass through and sprinkle the area where the potential fire hazard was detected.
Dry Pipe Systems
Dry pipe systems use pressurized air, which empties out of the pipe before water escapes. These types of fire protection systems are ideal for buildings with low temperatures, since there is no risk of the pipes freezing; the downside, however, is that most exhibit a delay of about one minute between detection and water release, which should be taken into account when purchasing such a system.
Wet Pipe Systems
Wet pipe systems are the most commonly installed type of fire protection setup, being both cost-effective and low maintenance. These systems are constantly filled with water, allowing for immediate response in case of fire detection.
Deluge Systems
Deluge systems operate on triggers, like pre-action systems. These fire protection mechanisms are ideal for extinguishing fires across flat surfaces, like floors, since, as the name indicates, they deal with the hazard by flooding it. These fire protection systems are most commonly found in industrial parks and factories.