Fire suppression systems are there to save lives and properties. However, these systems can fail which can result in tragic loss of life or enormous property damage. In this piece, we will discuss the three common causes of why fire suppression systems can fail.
The first cause of failure is poor maintenance. A fire suppression system requires plumbing to deliver the suppressant to the fire source. The plumbing for the suppression system can suffer from common plumbing problems like leaks. Given how we are dealing with water here, corrosion can happen which can weaken plumbing joints. Regular inspections and immediate repairs are a must.
The second cause of failure is extreme cold. In countries with the winter season, the number of fire rises in winter months. This is hardly surprising. People use heaters more, thereby increasing the risk of something that can go wrong and start a fire. However, this is only half of the problem. The other half is the extreme cold which can cause the water inside the suppression system to freeze. In the event of a fire, water can't flow through the plumbing. To prevent water and other types of suppressant from turning into ice, a fire suppression antifreeze can be used.
Lastly, there are the faulty components. An entire suppression system can fail due to a single sensor. If the sensor can't detect signs of fire, the suppression system won't be able to do anything.
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