A new 'total flooding' fire suppression system for enclosed spaces has been launched by Kidde Fire Protection.

The system, which is the latest product in the company’s Argonite range, incorporates a unique patented controlled flow technology.

The Argonite C60 can be used in a wide range of applications, including data processing and communication centres, clean rooms, oil and gas installations, power generation facilities, museums and galleries.

Argonite is a mixture comprising argon and nitrogen that may be used in manned areas.

When activated, the C60 system controls the gas release throughout the discharge period, meaning that the peak mass flow of the gas is 60% less than other systems, with ‘no reduction in fire suppression efficiency,’ Kidde said.

“As a result, smaller and less costly pipework can be used in the distribution network, and pressure relief requirements are greatly reduced allowing further savings to be made,” Kidde said.

“The controlled flow technology allows homogeneous distribution of Argonite gas in the enclosure, as well as reducing both noise and pressure impulse impact that could otherwise affect sensitive electromechanical equipment.”
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