Fire Suppression Systems
We offer Gaseous fire extinguishing systems or fire suppression systems which provide extra peace of mind where buildings contain valuable or electrical facilities such as financial systems, computers, vital communication rooms, data storage or valuable archives, or even antiques and even fine art!
If a fire is detected the gas is discharged from valves throughout the protected space, extinguishing the fire and causing minimum damage to the contents of the room in seconds. The area must then be ventilated thoroughly and the cylinders refilled. We work closely with commercial end users, Consultants, Specifiers and also support the Fire Trade Customer with design, install and commissioning.
Clean agent systems provide electrical non-conductivity, minimal down-time to users following a fire and leave no residue, ensuring no clean-up and immediate business continuity.
Green Compliance also now can offer full BAFE SP 203 accreditation for all aspects from the Design through to Handover which a only handful of UK companies can offer.
FM-200 fire suppression
This is the replacement option most similar in system design and function to Halon and the most common halocarbon for this use is FM200. Like Halon, FM200 is a liquefiable gas, stored in liquid form and only achieving its operating gas state when released at the dispersion point.
FM-200 systems are designed to detect and suppress fire at its earliest stage and extinguish in seconds through a chemical reaction so the oxygen level in the facility remains at a breathable level. FM-200 is absolutely safe for people and is approved in occupied areas, unlike CO2.
FM-200 requires a relatively limited volume of stored liquid, so is the preferred choice where space is limited.
Carbon Dioxide Gas Extinguishing (CO2)
Carbon Dioxide (Co2) extinguishes fire by reducing the oxygen content in the surrounding atmosphere to a level where combustion cannot be supported. The system is designed to provide fire suppression by maintaining low oxygen levels, and generally discharge in one minute. The Co2 is stored in cylinders at high pressure and is an extremely versatile and economical extinguishing agent. The majority of Co2 systems will have a second reserve bank of cylinders as back up, enabling you to continue your work with no interruption and full fire protection. As with FM-200 there is very little or no clean up process post discharge, simply thoroughly ventilate the area after discharge and refill the cylinders.
Maintenance of Fire Suppression Systems
Without regular servicing and preventative maintenance even the highest quality and best installed fire suppression systems will deteriorate with potentially disastrous consequences. A servicing and maintenance agreement ensures:
- Fire suppression systems are fit for compliance with legal obligation
- Compliance with British Standards Codes of Practice, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
- Compliance with insurance company requirements
- Reduced risk of false alarms and equipment failure
Extended life from your equipment
Our specialist SP 203 accredited expertise means the Green Compliance Fire Division are capable of servicing every type of fire suppression system on the market. All fire suppression systems maintenance work is undertaken by competent and experienced Service Engineers in full compliance with BS EN 15004 – 1: 2008
Our technical team would delighted to meet with you to discuss our offerings and our highly competitive pricing with you in more detail. Should you wish to know about the above or indeed any of the Green Compliance Fire Protection Division range of services please do not hesitate to get in contact.
Fire Suppression Projects Completed
- FM200 Fire Suppression within the Switchgear Rooms for the Environment Agency
- Argonite system covering the server rooms at The Oval insurance offices, Leicester
- Argonite installation for the NHS Trust's new Server Room in Trevelyan Square, Leeds
- Fenwall Heat detection at Northern Foods in Nottingham on behalf of Tesco
- FM200 Suppression System at the Qatar National Bank in London
- FM200 Fire Suppression at the Halstead Hospital near Colchester
- FM200 System at the Oceanic Bank in London City area
- CO2 local application system in an ISO Container for Rolls Royce in Derby
- IR Flame Detection System with a partner company at Benkert Ink (UK) Ltd in Scotland
