Gas Suppression Different System Benefits

Different types of gas suppression systems are designed to suit various unique environments, each with specific fire suppression needs and constraints. These are some common types and their suitable applications:

FM-200 (HFC-227ea) Systems:

Environment: Data centres, telecommunications facilities, and clean rooms.
Benefits: FM-200 is a clean agent that extinguishes fires quickly without leaving residue. It is safe for use in occupied areas and is environmentally friendly with a low global warming potential.

CO2 (Carbon Dioxide) Systems:
Environment: Industrial facilities, power plants, and marine environments.
Benefits: CO2 is highly effective at suppressing fires by displacing oxygen. However, it is not suitable for occupied spaces due to the risk of suffocation.

Inert Gas Systems (e.g., IG-55, IG-541, IG-100):
Environment: Libraries, museums, archives, and data centers.
Benefits: Inert gases like Argon, Nitrogen, and their blends are safe for occupied areas and environmentally friendly. They work by reducing the oxygen level to a point where combustion cannot occur.

Novec 1230:
Environment: Data centers, server rooms, and sensitive equipment areas.
Benefits: Novec 1230 is a clean agent with zero ozone depletion potential and low global warming potential. It is safe for occupied spaces and leaves no residue.

Halon Systems:
Environment: Aircraft, military applications, and certain industrial uses.
Benefits: Halon is effective but is being phased out due to its high ozone depletion potential. Existing systems are still in use where alternatives are not feasible.

Water Mist Systems:
Environment: Marine applications, machinery spaces, and industrial cooking areas.
Benefits: Water mist uses fine droplets of water to cool the fire and displace oxygen. It is effective in high-risk areas and minimizes water damage.

Dry Chemical Systems:
Environment: Industrial applications, flammable liquid storage areas, and paint spray booths.
Benefits: Dry chemical agents, like sodium bicarbonate or monoammonium phosphate, quickly suppress fires and are effective on Class B (flammable liquids) and Class C (electrical) fires.
Each of these systems offers unique advantages tailored to specific environments, ensuring effective fire suppression while minimizing damage and maintaining safety​