How do suspended fire extinguishers and sprinkler systems work together to improve firefighting efficiency?

Suspended fire extinguishers are usually equipped with foam extinguishing agents, dry powder extinguishing agents or gas extinguishing agents. These extinguishing agents are released through hanging equipment, which can quickly cover the fire source at the beginning of the fire and cut off the oxygen required for the flame, thereby effectively curbing the spread of the fire. The automatic start function of the suspended fire extinguisher enables it to respond quickly and extinguish the fire source efficiently without human intervention when a fire occurs, especially suitable for large areas and difficult to reach areas.

The sprinkler system, also known as the automatic water sprinkler system, is a common firefighting facility that uses sprinkler nozzles installed on the ceiling or wall to extinguish the fire source with the help of water flow. When a fire occurs, the fire detectors in the system will monitor the signs of fire in real time and trigger the water pump to work. The sprinkler releases a large amount of water to extinguish the fire source.

The coordinated work of the suspended fire extinguisher and the sprinkler system can maximize the efficiency of fire extinguishing and reduce the losses caused by fire. The advantages of the two complement each other and play a fire extinguishing role together.

The biggest advantage of suspended fire extinguishers and deluge systems is that they can provide multi-level fire protection when used together. The extinguishing agent (such as foam or dry powder) released by the suspended fire extinguisher can effectively cut off the oxygen supply to the fire source and quickly reduce the temperature of the fire source. At the same time, the water flow coverage of the deluge system can further cool the fire source and reduce the temperature of the fire area, forming an effective fire extinguishing force.

Foam extinguishing agent: suitable for extinguishing liquid fires (such as oil fires). When the foam is combined with the water flow, it can quickly cover the fire source and form a protective film, thereby effectively preventing the spread of the fire.

Dry powder extinguishing agent: suitable for a variety of fire types, especially solid material and electrical fires. Dry powder can quickly cover the fire source and suppress the combustion reaction. When combined with the water flow, the two can complement each other's fire extinguishing effect.

Both the suspended fire extinguisher and the deluge system can be automatically activated by fire detectors and automatic control devices. In the early stage of a fire, the fire detector will quickly identify the existence of the fire source, triggering the suspended fire extinguisher to release the extinguishing agent, and the deluge system will also be activated immediately. This rapid and synchronous response can greatly reduce the time it takes for a fire to spread, allowing the fire to be extinguished in time and preventing it from further expanding.

In traditional fire extinguishing methods, manual operation or the movement and use of fire extinguishers are usually required, which may lead to slow response. The combination of suspended fire extinguisher and deluge system can achieve immediate response without manual intervention, and maximize the safety of personnel and property.

In some special areas of buildings, such as high ceilings, large warehouses, gymnasiums, etc., traditional fire extinguishers are difficult to cover every corner. Suspended fire extinguisher can be installed in these high areas as needed, and quickly extinguish the fire source through foam or dry powder. At the same time, the water flow of the deluge system can also fully cover a large area, ensuring that the fire is extinguished in time and preventing the fire in a local area from spreading to other places.

The linkage between suspended fire extinguisher and deluge system is not limited to fire extinguishing, but can also effectively control the secondary damage caused by fire. For example, some types of fires may produce toxic smoke or harmful gases. Suspended fire extinguisher can reduce the harmful gases produced by fire through the effective application of chemical fire extinguishing agents. The water sprinkler system can suppress the high temperature generated by the fire source, reduce the heat radiation generated by the fire, and reduce the heat damage caused by the fire.