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What are fire suppression systems?

A fire suppression system is designed to protect people, property, and assets by detecting and extinguishing fires quickly. These systems use agents such as gas, foam, water, or chemicals and are usually activated automatically via sensors. Common examples include sprinkler systems, which both detect and suppress fires to give occupants more time to evacuate.

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Fire suppression systems

Fire suppression systems are designed to detect and control fires quickly, protecting people, property, and essential equipment. There are three main types: gaseous, foam, and Firetrace. Gaseous systems are ideal for server rooms and electrical areas, while foam systems are commonly used in chemical labs and other specialist environments. Firetrace systems provide targeted protection for specific risks using foam, CO₂, or other extinguishing agents.

Firetrace technology

Firetrace is a global leader in special hazard fire protection, offering both in-cabinet and machine-level suppression for high-value or mission-critical equipment. The system can also be engineered to protect larger rooms and integrates seamlessly with any fire alarm, extinguishing fires before they spread while alerting occupants to its activation.

Areas protected by firetrace

Firetrace systems are used in a wide range of environments, including cloud and rack servers, food processing plants, wind turbines, data centres, airports, textile and paper mills, passenger transport, agricultural machinery, and forestry equipment. Wherever there’s a high-risk area or valuable asset, Firetrace provides reliable protection.

Key elements of fire suppression systems

Every fire suppression system includes essential components that work together to detect, control, and extinguish fires. These include sensors to identify heat or smoke, a control panel to trigger activation, alarms for early warning, a network of pipes and nozzles for agent release, and the suppression agent itself, which may be gas, foam, water, or chemicals depending on the environment.

Customised design and installation

Our experts design and install fire suppression systems tailored to your building, operations, and regulatory needs. From the initial consultation to installation, we ensure a smooth, efficient process. Every system is designed to meet industry standards and adapted for specific areas such as kitchens, storage spaces, or industrial facilities.

Regular maintenance and inspection

Routine maintenance is essential to keep your system ready for emergencies and legally compliant. Our qualified technicians carry out thorough inspections and adjustments to maintain peak performance, scheduling visits at convenient times to minimise disruption. You can depend on consistent, professional support that keeps your fire protection fully operational.

Your questions answered.

  • Fire suppression systems must be serviced regularly by qualified engineers to ensure full functionality and compliance. Supported systems include FM200, Novec 1230, CO₂, and Inergen units. Servicing may also include testing overpressure venting and verifying system integrity to ensure that protected rooms can contain the suppression agent effectively.

    • CO₂ systems: Remove oxygen to smother fires; ideal for electrical areas but require evacuation before activation.

    • FM200 systems: Use a clean agent gas to absorb heat; safe for electronics and extinguishes fires in seconds.

    • Inergen systems: A breathable gas blend that lowers oxygen levels enough to put out fires safely.

    • Novec systems: Use Novec 1230 fluid, released as gas, leaving no residue and safe for sensitive equipment.

    • Argonite systems: A mix of argon and nitrogen that reduces oxygen to extinguish fires without harming occupants.

    • Water-based systems: Such as sprinklers, effective for general use but unsuitable for electrical or oil fires.

    • Dry chemical systems: Disperse powdered agents to quickly smother fires, though they require clean-up.

    • Wet chemical systems: Common in kitchens, react with oil and grease to form a soapy barrier and prevent re-ignition.

    • Foam-based systems: Use water-based foam to cool and smother flammable liquid fires, often used in chemical facilities.

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