Fire suppression system data specification sheet general the fm200 fire suppression system is an engineered system utilizing a fixed nozzle agent distribution network. Patented by great lakes chemical corporation as a halon 1 replacement in 1993. The objectives of fire suppression systems are to provide cooling, control the fire i. The fm200 fire suppression system is environmentally friendly. Kidde ecs ads system is capable of using smaller pipe sizes to discharge large quantities of hfc227ea. Fm200 is an important part of an environmentally responsible clean agent fire suppression solution with a zero ozonedepleting potential. Fm200 is included in nfpa2001, under the generic name hfc227ea, and has been evaluated and. Fm200 fire suppression system multron systems pte ltd. The fm200 agent is stored in cylinders as a liquid and pressurized with nitrogen, saving significant storage space. Fm200 is a clean agent designed specifically to protect sensitive electronic equipment.
Our fm200 system offers three different nozzle types in seven different sizes, with expansive vertical and horizontal coverage from each single nozzle. Fm200 fire suppression systems are commonly used in. These systems offer the most versatile clean agent suppression systems available for any business, big or small. Fm200 is a clean, safe fire fighting agent for use in total flooding automatic extinguishing systems it is intended as a long term replacement for halon 1. Located in over 80 countries worldwide, our highly skilled authorized distributor network designs. It does not cover fire extinguishing systems that use carbon dioxide or water as the primary extinguishing media, which are addressed by other nfpa documents. In fact, for the same amount of protection, fm200 systems take up to seven times less storage space than. We specialize in the design of fm200, co2, foam, and water based fire protection systems as well as alarm and detection. This detection system is used to actuate a single, fixed fire suppression or alarm system based on inputs received from fire detection devices. Janus fire systems is a full service fire protection company formed of professionals experienced in special hazard and industrial fire protection. The main agents that are encountered today include.
Learn more about firetrace novec 1230 and fm200 clean agent fire protection systems. Fm200 fire suppression systems are the superior choice, particularly in applications where space is a premium. Medical facilitiesups roomstelecommunication facilitiescomms roomsdata centres what advantages are. Engineered fire suppression systems for larger environments. Nfpa 2001 standard on clean agent fire extinguishing. Fm200 clean agent fire suppression system physical properties chemical name heptafluoropropane cf3chfcf3 molecular weight 170. Fm200 fire suppression system costeffective protection. Use appropriate personal protective equipment during cleanup. Since 1917, kidde fire systems has been a global leader in fire protection, protecting people, property, and processes from fire hazards. Unlike most other fire suppression systems that are out there which will cause a huge mess, sometimes costing thousands of dollars to clean everything up, this is the best solution.
The systems offer fire suppression in accordance with the national fire protection association nfpa. This makes it a suitable choice for new installations using total flooding systems, and for halon 1 replacement applications. The detection circuits can be configured using cross, counting. January, 2008 3 the installing contractor must have a minimum of five 5 years experience in the design, installation and testing of clean agent, or similar, fire suppression systems. Once the fm200 fire suppression system discovers a fire in the room, the fm200 system can respond in a matter of seconds, flooding the area with the extinguishing agent and preventing the fire from getting out of control. This system can be successfully applied to many existing halon 1 system pipe networks, providing easy retrofit of these systems to a new agent with longterm availability.
The work described in the specification consists of all labor, materials, equipment, and services necessary and required to complete and test the system. Verify piping is inspected internally to detect any obstructions that may affect the agent distribution upon system activation. Fm200 fire suppression is a suitable agent for normally occupied spaces. What is fm200 fire suppression and what are its advantages. An fm200 system is a clean agent fire suppression system, which means it uses inert gas and chemical agents instead of water to protect sensitive electronic equipment. Standard on clean agent fire extinguishing systems nfpa. For example, in the event of an fm200 system discharge, facility owners will face the uncertainty and risk of the future supply and costs of fm200 to continue to protect their valued assets. Pdf and cadd electronic files are required, as well as two 2 sets of 11x17 paper. Argonite fm 200 novec 1230 inert gases principally extinguish fires based on the principal of oxygen depletion where the oxygen. This type of fire suppression system is usually used in. Using co2 or fm200, these gases will be released into the air in order to retard the fire. Fm200 total flooding fire suppression system general the fm200 total flooding fire suppression system is an engineered system utilizing a fixed nozzle agent distribution network. When you consider the potentially devastating environmental effects of an uncontrolled fire, its easy to see that an fm200 system is an important.
This clean agent is very safe for occupied spaces and nontoxic when used in accordance with nfpa standard 2001. Fm200 clean agent fire suppression system hfc227 fike. It discharges gas directly onto the surface of combustible materials. Types of gaseous fire suppression systems there are two main types of gaseous fire suppression systems comprising inert gas and chemical agents. Kidde ecs advanced delivery fire suppression system. When the fm200 fire suppression system discharges, it releases as a gas. The fm200 system is most effective when used with a detection system to introduce the clean agent rapidly. It is a waterless fire protection system thats released into the risk inside a 10 second time frame. Fm200 fire suppression system the grasshopper group. Fm200 1,1,1,2,3,3,3heptafluoropropane, cf3chfcf3 is a colorless odorless gas, low in toxicity, electrically nonconductive, leaves no residue, and is an extremely effective fire suppression agent. The fm200 system is most effective when used with the autopulse detection system to introduce the clean agent rapidly. The ansul fm200 clean agent fire suppression system is approved by factory mutual. After an fm200 system discharge, the fm200 cylinders should be returned to an authorized chemetron filling location for recharge.
Within 10 seconds or less, it should be able to stop ordinary combustible, flammable liquid and electrical fire before they can cause severe damage. Utilizing the industry recognized fm200 suppression agent, amerex has developed an affordable preengineered clean agent fire suppression system to. The ansul fm200 fire suppression system protects what matters most, your people and your critical data and equipment. However, the fm200 agent is entirely safe and will not cause any issues with breathing or vision. Fm 200 fire suppression system fire extinguisher in. Kidde fenwal fm200 fire suppression systems are environmentallyfriendly and a halon 1 alternative. Land based clean agent applications such as server rooms and laboratories up 1,800 cubic feet with 3m novec 1230. Chemours brings a history of leadership in fire protection, making it a driving force in the development of safe, clean alternatives to commonly used fire suppression systems in military applications.
The fm200 fire suppression system is an engineered system utilizing a fixed nozzle agent. The system is designed and installed in accordance with the national fire protection association nfpa standard 2001, clean agent fire extinguishing systems. The mae system is a complete preengineered, fm approved, fire detection and ac or abc suppression system using 3m novec 1230 fire protection fluid and a. Also known as hfc227ea in nfpa 2001 standard, this agent is odorless, colorless, liquefied compressed gas that discharges as an electrically. Nolan, in handbook of fire and explosion protection engineering principles, 2011.
This standard contains minimum requirements for total flooding and local application clean agent fire extinguishing systems. Fm200 systems suppress fires fast by discharging gas 1,1,1,2,3,3,3heptafluoropropane directly onto the surface of combustible materials. Statx fire suppression system animation video duration. A variety of fire suppression methods are available to protect a facility. Fires are immediately suppressed by the agent, which otherwise known as hfc227ea. Clean agent suppression system 2373 circadian way, santa rosa, ca 95407 phone. In addition to any fire suppression system documents that are required to be submitted in other. Solutions e fire protection e explosion protection e overpressure protection e pressure activation product manual conventional fire alarm and suppression system doc. Operation when a control head actuates the two nitrogen cylinder.
Our clean agent fire protection system, which includes the use of hfc227ea and fm200, leaves no residue and doesnt require costly cleanup, unlike sprinklers and other fire protection systems. Fm200 clean agent fire suppression system fast, effective clean agent fire protection. Fire suppressants the fire protection modern businesses need. Fm 200 fire suppression system is a waterless fire protection system designed to be discharged within 10 seconds into the area and extinguish the fire immediately. Fike fm200 clean agent fire suppression system with the shp pro control panel fm200 system w shp pro specification page 2 of 8 pn. This specification outlines the requirements for a crosszoned detection and total flooding fm200 fire suppression system. The detection circuits can be configured using cross, counting, independent or. Fm200 is a waterless fire protection system, it is discharged into the risk within 10 seconds and suppresses the fire immediately. Review fire fighting measures and handling personnel sections before proceeding with cleanup.
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