The Benefits of Clean Agent Fire Suppression Systems

There is no doubt that automatic fire suppression systems are important in any fire and life safety plan. History has proven the worth of fire suppression systems making than an integral part of mitigating risk. Technology has improved these systems both in engineering and new technologies that enhance performance, provide quicker response, and less damaging results. Considering a clean agent fire suppression system should be on your list of priorities to protect your business and personnel.

Fast and Effective Fire Suppression

The introduction of clean agent fire suppression systems offers many benefits to consider. No one argues that the quicker an incipient fire is extinguished, the better the entire outcome of the incident. Clean agent systems work differently than traditional fire suppression systems by disrupting the chemical reactions or by removing the heat required for continued combustion. In addition, these agents tend to work faster, which makes them more effective in limiting damage and downtime to your business.

Immediate Response Time

No one argues that the faster a fire is suppressed, the better the outcome. Clean agent systems meet this goal in several ways. Clean agent systems usually work faster than traditional pipe and water systems. The suppression agent, in this case gas, offers more efficient dispersion, reaching areas that traditional systems may be slow to reach, if at all. Clean agent systems target the chemical reaction of the fire at a molecular level, making them more efficient and effective. When combined with advances in technology in detection and monitoring systems, clean agent systems react faster and for efficiently.

Minimal Cleanup Required

Any fire, no matter the size, created destruction requiring repair and mitigation. All too often, the suppression of the fire can create more damage than the fire. Expenses to clean up can mount rapidly, especially with traditional water and pipe types of systems. Clean agent systems which leave no residue with which to deal, and the rapidity of the response can mean lower costs to mitigate the fire and less downtime, which affects not only your business but also your employees.

In situations where expensive and delicate equipment is protected or life safety concerns are present, clean agent systems are popular. Anywhere sensitive information, materials or equipment are present is a potentially good fit for a clean agent fire suppression system. Many hospitals are opting for these systems to protect patients safely and cleanly.

Protection for Sensitive Equipment and Environments

In this age of electronics and computers, traditional water-based fire suppression systems just don't work. Highly sensitive electronic equipment may suffer more damage from fire suppression efforts than the fire itself, using traditional fire suppression systems and agents. The availability of non-corrosive and non-conductive fire suppression systems helps protect the viability of your organization even if a fire is detected and the suppression system activates. IT installations, communication equipment, and healthcare systems all benefit from safe and effective clean agent fire suppression systems.

No Water Damage Risk

The activation of a traditional water-based fire suppression system can subject your facilities and assets to thousands of gallons of water during a fire. In some cases, this water is directed to areas that may not be in danger from the fire. The activation of a water-based system where electronics, computers, or other sensitive or high-value assets are kept can lead to mitigation costs that exceed the cost of the fire damage. Preventing this collateral damage is a valuable by-product of installing a clean agent system to protect these assets.

Environmentally Friendly and Safe for Occupants

There are other considerations to be undertaken. Of course, we are concerned about the protection of our facilities and assets, but we must also be responsible stewards of our environment and see to the safety of our employees and guests. Clean agent systems address these concerns. Clean agent suppressants offer the knowledge that if the system operates, there is little chance for the suppressive agent to create environmental damage that can extend beyond the fire scene. In addition, what a clean agent system is properly designed for the space where it is employed, personnel in those spaces are safe from any toxic effects.

Regulatory Compliance and Sustainability Goals

Some local and state jurisdictions now impose requirements for any fire suppression system complying with environmental, life safety, and operational minimums. Clean agent suppression systems are often more adaptive to meeting these requirements than older and more traditional systems. The knowledge that you are environmentally aware and are actively becoming eco-friendly in your choices of fire and life safety systems can offer enhanced public relation opportunities.

To explore your options by adding a clean agent fire suppression system, contact Control Fire Systems and speak with one of our professionally trained sales team. Our staff members can answer your questions and get you started toward a more efficient fire protection system.