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Fire Protection for High-Value Applications

High Risk - Fire Protection in Computer Centres

By Alwine Hartwig and Ingeborg Schlosser, Product Managers, VdS Schadenverhutung 

Fires in computer centres can result in serious property damage. The article addresses the various aspects of the fire protection plans needed to minimise the fire risk and ensure that fires are fought during their initial stage.


Very Early Warning Smoke Detection- Why and How it's Applied to Mission Critical Facilities

By Eddie Tieppo, Tactical Managing Director, Vision Fire & Security 

This article discusses the Smoke Detection system and its role in fire prevention and smoke contamination within a Mission Critical Facility.

Oregon State is First U.S. University to Use Breakthrough Safety Technology 

By Christa F. Poss, Product Manager, System Sensor

Smoke detectors and various audible/notification devices are coupled with special sounders to guide building occupants to the nearest exit quickly and efficiently in the event of a fire.

Integration of Fire & Gas Networks with IT Systems

By Robert Kyle, Technical Director, MSA Europe Fire & Gas Systems Group 

This article presents an overview of how fire & gas systems can be integrated into mainstream IT systems.

NanoMist - A Breakthrough Water Fog Technology with Pseudo Gas Performance 

By K.C. Adiga, CEO, NanoMist Systems, LLC 

NanoMist is a proprietary, ambient pressure, ultra fine water fog technology that produces extremely fine fog, without the use of pressure systems or nozzles.

The New Detection System for Thermal Abnormal State in Electric Parts 

By Hisao Kitaguchi, Tatsuo Saito, and Tesshi Shigemori, New Cosmos Electric Co., Ltd.

This article describes a novel concept of early "odor sensing" by a specially designed capsule, its testing and integration in electrical cabinets.

Fire Extinguisher Selection Guide for Petrochemical Facilities and the Use of the "Triangle of Safety"

By Craig Voelkert, Vice President of Sales, Special Hazards for Amerex Corp. 

The article presents Key elements referred to as the "Triangle of Safety" for selecting the correct fire extinguisher for various applications.

Foam Suppression Takes Flight: High-Value Applications in Airport Facilities 

By Steve Hansen, Marketing Manager, ANSUL Inc. 

Foam fire suppression is primarily used in industrial environments, such as chemical and petrochemical industries with Class B flammable liquids

Advanced IR3 Technology Applied - The Japanese Angle

By Tomohiko Mizutani, Deputy Manager of Technical Planning, Nohmi Bosai Ltd. and Ari Veltman, Director of Business Development, Spectrex Inc. 

Attributes and applications of IR3 detectors that serve the needs and risks of the Japanese industry.

Use Polycrystalline NiTi Shape Memory Alloys in New Type Heat Sensor-Actuator for Early Stage Fire Detection

By Serge Zhuiykov, Senior Materials Scientist, Commonwealth Scientific Industrial Research Organisation 

A new design concept of heat detectors for the detection of early stage of fire based on NiTi shape memory alloys.

Detecting Unseen Threats in First Response

By Bob Durstenfeld, Director of Corporate Marketing and Investor Relations, RAE Systems 

As the complexity of response has grown, the types of technologies available to protect first responders have also grown.

HI-FOG Fire Protection System for the M30 Tunnel Project in Madrid

By Petteri Saarinen, President, Marioff Corporation Oy 

Discussion of tunnel fire hazards and the application of water mist systems specifically HI-FOG technology for suppressing and controlling fires.

Fire Detection Maintenance Regime: Getting It Right

By Rowland Davies, Marketing Services Manager, Apollo Fire Detectors Ltd. 

There are a number of fire detection technologies available to cope with the diverse needs of modern buildings.

New Concept in Tank Fire Fighting

By Stephen Szoc, Chemical Engineer, TFEX Ltd. 

In conventional foam systems a number of steps are required to convert foam concentrate, water and air into foam. The article presents a new foam protection system concept.

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