Fire sprinklers are known as one of the most effective defenses against fire. If you own a building, then you must already be aware of its importance. As an effective fire protection system, their installation is widespread, and the demand is usually high. However, in some instances, people do not trust these sprinkler systems and refrain from getting them installed. It might amaze you that some misconceptions are associated with the fire sprinkler system, which hinders the installation rate. Most of them are not true, and it is essential to check the facts about them. Let’s get some of these myths cleared.

Myth 1: Smoke activates fire sprinklers
Such beliefs are inspired by different movies that we see. It may seem to us that the sprinklers are sensitive to smoke and activate on sensing it. If this was to be accurate, then even a burnt toast could set off the fire alarm. In reality, the smoke has nothing to do with fire sprinklers. Instead, it is the rise in the heat that triggers it. There is a vial filled with liquid attached to the sprinkler heads. The heat generated by fire expands this liquid, bursting the glass vial. This clears the opening for water to gush out and douse the fire. If you have been stalling the plan of installing a fire sprinkler system for this particular reason, then you should do no delay and get it done immediately.

Myth 2: All the fire sprinklers activate at a time
Some of us believe that all the fire sprinkler heads will activate at once in case of fire. This again can be inspired by the visuals that we come across in cinema. But this is not true. The excellent part about fire sprinkler systems is that only the sprinkler heads feel the heat activate at a time. If this were not the case, the rate of property damage and water wastage would be very high, making the fire sprinkler system a very ineffective medium in controlling fires.

Myth 3: Huge water damage occurs when sprinkler activates
This can be associated with myth two, which states that all the sprinkler heads activate at a time. In this case, the water will definitely incur huge losses. This is not the real situation. In fact, in terms of water usage, fire sprinklers prove to be better than the fire hose that you can use as the alternative. At a time, the fire hose would use at least 150-250 gallons of water, which would, in turn, flood your home, creating a mess.
Moreover, by the time you get a fire hose to douse the fire, the fire might have spread to a great extent. There are chances that the water provided by the fire hose may be insufficient in containing it. In comparison, only 15-25 gallons of water are released by each fire sprinkler head, which will save any unnecessary property damage.

Myth 4: Fire sprinklers are expensive
A sprinkler system fitted all across the building may ignite the idea that they must be very costly. But they do not cost huge and are estimated to be around 1%-2% of your building’s cost. Adding to it, you can get insurance benefits with a well-installed and maintained fire sprinkler system. Taking all these into account, fire sprinklers systems turn out to be a fair deal.

Myth 5: Fire sprinkles can dampen the aesthetics
We all want our residences and buildings to look sophisticated, and we generously invest in building it. It is very natural to think that the fire sprinkler system will deter the aesthetics of your place. The technology behind these systems has become advanced, and the contractors can now install a fire sprinkler system in a fashion where the sprinkler heads are only exposed. They are taking it a step ahead with a design where one can hardly notice that the fire sprinkler system is installed in the building.

We all want our residences and buildings to look sophisticated, and we generously invest in building it. It is very natural to think that the fire sprinkler system will deter the aesthetics of your place. The technology behind these systems has become advanced, and the contractors can now install a fire sprinkler system in a fashion where the sprinkler heads are only exposed. They are taking it a step ahead with a design where one can hardly notice that the fire sprinkler system is installed in the building

The fire alarm system is an elementary part of any fire safety system. The purpose of the fire alarm system may fail in its absence. Without an efficient alert system, there will not be a timely evacuation, followed by huge losses, especially lives. It is excellent if you have a fire alarm system. But do you know how it works? What are the main parts? While this information may not appear important to you at first but on a closer look, you will realize that knowing the basics of a fire alarm system can be a great help, especially in cases of repair. If a technician comes to your building to repair or install a fire alarm system, you can have a better conversation and understanding. Moreover, it can help you ensure that the fire alarm system installed at your place meets all the requirements.
To understand the basics, let’s know about the different parts of a standard fire alarm system.
Fire Alarm Panel
As the name suggests, this panel composes the entire fire alarm system’s foremost center of operation. Different activities, including monitoring inputs, relaying information and controlling output, occur in this panel. You should chalk out all the desired requirements before selecting a fire alarm panel.
 
Primary Power Supply
The control of the primary power source lies with the power company. In general, the AC power supply is of a non-switched 120- or 240- volt rating. In commercial applications, dedicated branch circuits are mostly installed to supply power to the fire alarm system and its parts.
 
Initiating Devices
The fire alarm needs input, which is sent by the initiating device. This input can be both: manual as well as automatic. These devices are used to trigger the fire alarm in different ways. The manual tools include ‘break glass’ stations, pull stations, and buttons. To make things convenient, these devices are placed in areas near the exit, easy to find. They are appropriately marked to be easily identified in emergencies. Moreover, for quick activation, they are made easily operable.
Unlike manual devices, automatic devices do not need human interaction for activation. They are fed with the changes that indicate a fire accident. It automatically activates on detection of different signs such as heat, flame, smoke, and carbon monoxide. The detection is not limited to these signs, and the detection system keeps developing with scientific advancements. Innovations detecting different movements and parameters associated with fire are under development.
 
Notification Appliances
Notification, along with the activation of the fire alarm, is fundamental. Notification devices are meant to alert the occupants about the fire. Guiding people towards the exit is another essential purpose of these devices. The tools can be an audio device like horns or speakers or only flashing strobe lights. Sometimes, the notifications are even a combination of both. These notifications are designed thoughtfully to appear as a global indicator of emergencies.
 
Building Safety Interfaces
These interfaces can be in the form of fire doors and duct dampers. Building safety interfaces are installed to propagate the normal functioning of any building. They control several aspects, such as lightning operation, smoke, and airflow. The ultimate goal is to restore normal functioning and promote seamless evacuation.
 
Emergency Voice Alarms Communication Systems(EVACS)
Voice commands are found to be very useful during the evacuation of any building at an emergency time. The system guides people in evacuating the building during any emergency. Typically, they are not required. But there are specific complexes such as detention facilities, high rise buildings, and hospitals where the information about the emergency exit may not be available to everyone. Verbal assistance is provided to promote a seamless exit from the building. Besides fire accidents, these voice-based systems are used in other emergency cases related to security and weather. They allow real-time modification to accommodate any changes.
Suppose you are located in Dallas, Richardson, Plano, Carrollton, or any other Texas area, and you are planning to install a fire suppression system. In that case, you can contact Collins Fire & Safety Inc. Call us today or connect online to get the best fire protection service for your building.

In general, fire extinguisher containing water is used. When the area under consideration has materials like plastic, paper, and wood, this regular fire extinguisher becomes ineffective. The safest and easiest way to douse the fire is by using a dry chemical fire extinguisher. However, this extinguisher may fail to serve the purpose in many conditions, such as a fire in the kitchen where different flammable liquids are present. To contain such fires you would need a wet chemical fire extinguisher.

Conditions for Using Wet Chemical Fire Extinguishers
Spaces such as kitchens are highly vulnerable to fire accidents. In the case of a fire, this fire’s temperature is very high, given the presence of different types of flammable liquids. Dry chemical fire extinguishers are not designed to deal with such fires, and the result can be disastrous. The use of a dry chemical fire extinguisher in such a situation can spread the fire even more, creating more significant damage to the property and lives. Wet chemical fire extinguishers are required in such cases as they can work on temperatures above 680F. A temperature this high can be a common occurrence in fires across areas such as restaurants and catering kitchens, i.e., the areas that deal with oils and deep fat fryers.

What is the Principle of Operation of Wet Chemical Fire Extinguishers?
The detail lies in the content of the extinguisher. The extinguishing material is specifically formulated to react with the oil. Upon this reaction, a process called saponification occurs where a soapy substance is formed as a result of the reaction. This saponification process has a cooling impact on the flame, extinguishing it. Moreover, it successfully avoids the fire to reignite by forming a seal over the surface. This action prevents the fire from spreading.

How to Use a Wet Chemical Fire Extinguisher?
Having knowledge about the fire extinguisher is good to start with. But experience alone cannot make you responsible enough to operate the fire extinguisher. Besides the content of fire extinguisher, the wet chemical extinguishers differ in the design of the cylinder. These fire extinguishers have a long hose as compared to the other types. This length is provided to let the user stay safe from the fire as its extreme temperature can harm the operator. Using this extinguisher needs a specific approach and movement. This extended applicator is advised to be in a circular motion, which swiftly applies the extinguishing agent all across the area. Keep spraying the material gently over the area until the extinguishing material reacts with the oil and converts it into a soapy froth. Only after this reaction, the fire will slowly die out.

The fire extinguisher can be heavy to handle, and emergencies can anytime startle you. If you are not very confident about using the wet chemical fire extinguisher, it would be best to call for help. In case of any fire accident, immediately call upon the fire department.

Connect with us if you have any more queries about wet chemical fire extinguishers. If you are located in Dallas, Carrollton, Richardson or any Texas area then you call Collins Fire & Safety Inc to install the wet chemical fire extinguisher at your place. Our team of experts will guide you about using it along with providing the maintenance facilities. Call Collins Fire & Safety Inc to get the best fire safety services in your building.

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