Residential Sprinklers services in Glasgow & Central Scotland

For fire sprinklers and residential sprinkler services in Glasgow and surrounding areas, get in touch with us on 0141 941 1716

How do fire sprinklers work?

• A fire sprinkler system is designed to operate over a predetermined floor area and needs to be designed by an expert.
• Fire sprinkler supply pipes are permanently charged with water from the domestic water main.
• Fire sprinklers are fitted to the system of supply pipes and each is an independent unit and operates only if the fire causes it to do so.
• Each fire sprinkler is fitted with a small thermal element (bulb) activated by heat from a fire and set to operate at no less than 30° C above ambient temperature, making accidental activation very unlikely other than in a fire condition.
• In the majority of fires just one sprinkler head is operated which is normally sufficient to deal with the fire.

Installation of fire sprinklers

• A residential fire sprinkler system is designed specifically for the domestic environment.
• All the pipework is concealed in the floors and walls and the sprinklers themselves are small, neat and blend in with the decor. They are available in a range of colours and finishes and even concealed models can now be obtained.
• The heads are connected through a system of pipes to the water mains or an alternative secure source of water. Most rooms require 1 or 2 sprinkler heads to afford complete protection.
• Minimal disruption.
• The process of installation is similar to putting in central heating but with much less pipework and thus less disruption.
• An adequate and reliable water supply is obviously essential for a sprinkler system. This can normally be obtained directly from the water mains, but in some cases may need to be stored on site.