Aspirating Smoke Detection in Cold Stores
Cold storage areas that are typically used to store food that is either frozen (sub-zero) or chilled are considered to be high risk when it comes to fire protection measures. The combustible nature of materials stored within refrigerated environments, combined with the very dry high-airflow, creates a significant fire risk. A fire will spread rapidly between highly packed combustible materials such as cardboard and plastic packaging, grease impregnated materials, foodstuffs and wooden pallets, therefore, the earlier a fire can be detected the better.
Key Differences Between an ASD & LASD
The ASD transforms traditional ‘point’ detectors into powerful aspirating systems for use in normal, harsh, dusty, wet or inaccessible spaces. The ASD can house a variety of manufacturer’s conventional or analogue addressable point (spot) detectors and is available in either a single or dual pipe configuration.
ASD for a Large Warehouse in Ireland
We recently supplied a high sensitivity aspirating smoke detection system to our customer, RES Fire Ltd, who then carried out the design, supply and commissioning of the system for nearby warehouse. RES Fire Ltd are a specialist fire alarm company based in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Contact RES Fire Ltd.
Fire Alarm System for a high value Georgian Renovation
Eurofyre fire detection systems were recently supplied for the protection of a privately restored Georgian mansion and stables in the Newmarket, Suffolk area. The owner of the 3-floor property wanted to maintain the original aesthetics throughout the historic building, for which aspirating smoke detection provided the ideal solution for discrete area sampling. More traditional fire detectors were used in areas where aesthetics were less of a concern.
How the EF-ASD can be used to protect a lift shaft
With most modern buildings being multi-level, lifts (or elevators) are a critical part of a buildings operation, forming an essential part of a life safety strategy. It is vital that lifts and lift shafts are considered critical for fire protection and evacuation strategy and therefore it is vital that a lift and lift shaft are equipped with a suitable fire detection system.
