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Sprinkler System is one of most
effective fire fighting system and has proved
so over the years. It provides the best form of
protection, as it is designed to both detect and
extinguish fire. This system directly attacks
the seat of the fire, and chance of fire spreading
to other areas is also eliminated.
The sprinkler lines are maintained under a stipulated
pressure at all given time and the sprinkler bulbs
are rated to fuse at a pre-set temperature. In
case of fire, the rise in temperature of the liquid
inside the bulb causes it to fuse and release
a fine jet of water over the seat of fire. The
fusing of the bulb and release of water causes
the line pressure to drop, which triggers the
fire pumps into operation, thereby, supplying
the required quantity of water into the system.
The coverage area of the sprinkler bulb is designed
as per the hazard category of fire specified in
NFPA, and regulation provided by the Indian National
Building Code of India.
The Sprinkler System typically comprises of Fire
Water Source, Diesel and Electrical Pumps, Control
Panel, Sprinklers, System Piping, Alarm Control
Valves and Annunciation Panel.
This system is designed in accordance to the rules
and guidelines of national and international bodies
such as: NBC, NFPA, FM, TAC and Local Fire Authority.
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