Fire extinguishing systems are engineered to detect fires, alert works, and extinguish fires, all in a very short amount of time. Systems can be complicated, but typical elements and components include discharge nozzles, piping, a control panel, warning alarms, hazard signs, detection devices, storage containers, and manual discharge stations.
Some examples of fire suppression systems and their corresponding NFPA standards include:
Carbon Dioxide: Does not leave a residue and require no additional clean up. Typically used in offices archival rooms, computer rooms, and more. Refer to NDPA 12, Standard on Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing Systems.
Wet Chemical Fire Suppression: When released, forms a type of vapor suppression foam that will prevent re-ignition; mostly used for kitchen applications. Consult NFPA 17A, Standard for Wet Chemical Extinguishing Systems.
Dry Chemical Suppression: Used in mechanical rooms, furnace rooms, flammable liquid storage areas, this kind of system works quickly to put out flames caused by combustible or flammable liquids. Additional information can be found in NFPA 17, Standard for Dry Chemical Extinguishing Systems.
