The “next generation” of an inert gas fire suppression system is to have its European launch at International Firex this month.

Fike will be unveiling its ProInert², which will be available with the addition of actuation at the valve and three additional inert gas options.

ProInert features a constant flow valve which, says Fike, eliminates potentially hazardous pressure peaks. With the valve design the gas is delivered at a steady rate, reducing venting requirements and allowing for the use of low pressure piping across longer spans, says the company, providing significant cost savings and reducing potential risk.

“In addition to the savings realised because of the constant flow rate valve technology, the new ProInert² offers actuation right at the valve, eliminating the need for additional hardware,” said Kevin Kenny, Fike global product manager. “This not only simplifies the actuation process, it further reduces costs and on-going maintenance.”

ProInert² is designed to reduce the oxygen concentration inside the protected space until it reaches a level where combustion is no long supported.

The UL/FM and LPCB approved ProInert was introduced using IG-55, a 50/50 blend of the naturally occurring Argon and Nitrogen gases. ProInert² now offers three additional gas options: IG-541 (a blend of Argon, Nitrogen and CO2), IG-100 (Nitrogen only) or IG-01 (Argon only).

View ProInert² brochure