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Most fire sprinkler systems installed in residential and commercial buildings are automatic—they activate on their own in the presence of fire. Open-orifice sprinkler systems are more rare; these are typically used only in deluge systems installed in warehouses, manufacturing facilities, and other locations particularly prone to severe fires that are difficult to control. Automatic fire sprinklers are designed to activate at a pre-set temperature, while open-orifice systems are activated manually without a heat-sensitive seal.

Automatic fire sprinklers are made of a few simple components: a pipe containing water or connected to a water source, an orifice that releases the water, and a seal separating the two. In some systems the seal is formed by a glass bulb containing heat-sensitive gas or liquid that expands in the presence of fire; when it shatters, it releases a metal seal. In other systems, the seal is made from a fusible element that melts in the presence of heat.

When the water is released by the seal, it flows out of the orifice and hits a deflector—the circular piece that is visible on most sprinkler heads. The deflector separates the water into a certain pre-designed spray pattern depending on the type of sprinkler system, ensuring that the droplets are the right size and that they cover the right amount of area with a predetermined spray of water per second.

Most automatic fire sprinkler heads operate individually when a fire starts; in the vast majority of cases, particularly in residential situations, a fire can be controlled with only one sprinkler head. Automatic fire sprinklers are typically designed to activate only in the presence of heat caused by a fire; contrary to depictions in movies and on television, it’s very difficult to set the system off deliberately by holding a lit match or lighter under a sprinkler head.

Most automatic fire sprinkler systems use a standard colour-coding system to determine the temperature at which they’re designed to operate. This depends on the type of sprinkler system, the type of fire hazard they’re guarding against, and the goal of the system. In residential systems, the goal is typically preservation of life. As a result, residential fire sprinkler systems are designed to spray a large amount of water in a short amount of time to effectively control a fire before it can cause loss of life.

Automatic fire sprinkler systems are designed to protect property and lives in case of fire. An automatic fire sprinkler system responds to fire long before the fire brigade arrives, often controlling the fire before it can grow out of control. Unlike fire extinguishers, they don’t require manual operation—all you need to do in case of fire is leave the building. And unlike fire alarms, they do more than alert residents to the existence of fire—they actively work to protect you from the blaze. It’s no wonder fire sprinkler systems are the most effective protection available against fire—for residences, commercial buildings, and public properties of all kinds.

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Businesses and public buildings are at particular risk of fire. Besides being targets for arson on much higher levels than private homes, commercial properties see higher traffic, higher use of electricity, and often greater exposure to fire hazards than residential buildings do. If your commercial building doesn’t have a fire sprinkler system installed, you’re taking a risk with your business.

There are over 100 fires in commercial properties throughout the U.K. each day, and insurance companies that insure commercial properties report that approximately half of their losses occur as a result of fire. Many companies don’t take the step of installing a commercial fire sprinkler system, and many don’t ever recover financially from a serious fire. As a business owner, here are a few things you should know about commercial fire sprinklers.

They could save you money. You’re likely to see significant reductions in property insurance if you install fire sprinkler systems in your facilities. Insurance companies encourage businesses to install fire sprinkler systems because they reduce the risk of fire damage—and the insurance company’s risk of a big payout down the road. You may see relaxations of certain restrictions in place for the sake of fire safety, as well—this could save you significant time and money when it comes to building new facilities.

They’re designed with you in mind. Residential fire sprinkler systems are typically one-size-fits-all. Commercial fire sprinkler systems, however, are much more complex—and they often have to be custom-designed to fit your facility. Buildings are typically classified for fire risk, and a fire sprinkler system designer will start with your building’s particular classification. The design of your sprinkler system will take into account the materials used in your building’s construction, the materials stored there, processes performed in the building, ceiling heights, and other factors. Once these are taken into account, a fire sprinkler system will be designed that can deliver the right amount of litres per minute to douse flames in the most at-risk areas of your building.

Water damage is a minimal risk. Some business owners avoid installing fire sprinkler systems because of a perceived risk of water damage if the fire sprinkler system activates when there is no fire. The truth is that water damage is the least of your problems if a fire breaks out in your building; many fires can be controlled with a single sprinkler head, and all sprinkler heads don’t activate automatically unless the system was deliberately designed to work this way. In addition, fire sprinklers are typically very difficult to sabotage and set off deliberately. Fire-related damage is often ten times worse without fire sprinklers installed.

Commercial fire sprinkler systems are more than a smart choice for business owners—they could save your business someday. If you look into installing a fire sprinkler system for your commercial property, It’s likely you’ll find that they cost less than you expect and result in significant insurance savings. But regardless of the cost, one thing is for sure—one fire, and your commercial fire sprinkler system is likely to prove its worth to your business.

SEO Electrical Fires,Lighting and Electrical

Electrical fires start for a variety of reasons. Faulty wiring, badly-made products, overloaded circuits and frayed extension cords all play a part in contributing to the causes of electrical fires. Here’s an overview of some of the common causes of electrical fires—and how to put one out.

What Causes an Electrical Fire?

Counterfeit products are found in a surprisingly large number of legitimate stores. These products are knock-offs of brand-name products that are sold under the brand illegally—and often the stores themselves aren’t aware there are counterfeits on their shelves. The bad news is that counterfeit products are often not equipped to comply with even the most basic safety standards. Bad wiring in these products can easily cause electrical fires.

Overloaded electrical outlets can also be a common cause of electrical fires. Even legitimate products, especially those that are designed to use lots of power and put out lots of heat, such as hair dryers and space heaters, can easily overload a circuit. Particularly if the circuit breaker is faulty, this can easily cause the product itself to catch fire.

Faulty wiring in the walls is also a common cause of electrical fires. When an electrical current passes through wiring, it generates heat. This heat can cause the wiring located behind a house’s walls to contract and expand, which eventually loosens the wires. When the wires are loose, the electricity passing within them can arc out, producing heat in excess of 900 degrees Celsius. Especially in dry weather, this can ignite wooden beams and supports in a flash.

Frayed extension cords can start residential fires as well. Make sure you don’t overuse your extension cords. If you’re using one every day to plug in an appliance for several weeks, call an electrician to have a new wall socket installed instead. Don’t run extension cords beneath rugs or behind furniture—it may be walked on in a high-traffic area, and it’s also to tell if it’s overheating until after a fire has started.

What to Do In Case of an Electrical Fire

If you start to see smoke coming out of your wall socket, chances are a fire has already ignited behind your walls. Don’t think you’ve turned off the problem if you’ve turned off the power; you may have cut the cause of the fire, but the fire itself is probably still burning.

Putting out electrical fires can also be difficult. Water will cause electrocution rather than putting out a fire, and chemical powders used to repress other types of fires may cause an electrical fire to smoulder and flare up again. Class C fire extinguishers will extinguish electrical fires, so grab one if it’s close by—it’s definitely critical to make sure an ABC-class fire extinguisher is easily accessible on each floor of your house. If you don’t have a fire extinguisher handy, turn off your electrical power, evacuate your home, and call the fire brigade.

Electrical fires can be highly dangerous—and they’re very common causes of residential fires. However, they can be prevented. Be careful not to overload any sockets, power strips or extension cords. Make sure extension cords aren’t left in high-traffic areas and are not used for more than a few weeks on a regular basis. With these tips, you should be able to keep your home relatively safe from electrical fires.

Fire Fighting Basic

Fighting fires is a dangerous business. In most cases you have only seconds to put out a fire before it flares out of control, and if you’re not successful, you could be left without enough time to escape if it does. But it is possible to extinguish a fire before it consumes your home or building—and it’s important to know how to respond in case of a fire. Here are a few fire fighting tips you should be aware of.

Keep fire extinguishers in easy reach—and keep them charged. One of the most effective pieces of fire fighting equipment for the home is a fire extinguisher. Be sure you have more than one in your home. Most firefighters recommend that you keep a fire extinguisher on every floor in your house, as well as one in fire-prone areas including the kitchen, basement, garage and shop. Fire extinguishers can eliminate a fire quickly and safely, but not if you can’t get to them in time or they’re blocked by the flames. Make sure your fire extinguisher is charged—you don’t want to find out it’s not working properly when you’re facing a fire.

Use the right extinguisher for the fire. These key pieces of fire fighting equipment come in several different classes. Class A is designed for wood, paper, rags, cloth and similar materials. Class B extinguishers are designed for gas, grease and flammable liquid fires, while Class C is made for electrical fires. If you use a Class A fire extinguisher on a grease or electrical fire, you could make the fire worse. Most residential fire extinguishers are ABC combination-class.

If you’re fighting fires without a fire extinguisher, you still have to be mindful of the type of fire you’re dealing with. Never try to put an electrical or grease fire out with water. Instead, use a fire extinguisher on either type of fire. If you don’t have one, cover a grease fire with a metal lid, plate or baking soda. For electrical fires, unplug the appliance if possible and use a fire extinguisher.

Stop, drop and roll. If you get fire on your clothes, the worst thing you can do is run. The rushing air will fuel the fire and make it grow. Instead, drop and roll on the ground until the flames are smothered. If another person’s clothes catch fire, wrap them with a rug, towel, blanket or other heavy cloth to put out the flame. If you don’t have a large, heavy cloth handy, drop them on the ground and roll with them until the flames are extinguished.

Fire grows fast, is unpredictable and highly dangerous. The best thing you can do when a fire starts in your home is get yourself and your family out safely. But it’s also important to know what to do if you’re fighting a fire—and you may be able to stop a tragedy before it starts, if you fight the fire in time. Make sure your fire extinguishers are distributed throughout the house in fire-prone areas, and are primed and in working order. Be sure you know how to operate them, and which extinguishers will put out which fires. Be very cautious when trying to fight fires yourself, and if unsuccessful, call the fire department and get out of the house. You may not be able to extinguish the fire, and protecting your home isn’t as important as protecting your life.