Leonardo da Vinci designed a sprinkler system in the 15th century. Of buildings completely protected by fire sprinkler systems, if a fire did initiate, it was controlled by the fire sprinklers alone in 96% of these cases. Fire sprinkler systems are generally designed as a life saving system, but are not necessarily designed to protect the building. įire sprinkler systems are extensively used worldwide, with over 40 million sprinkler heads fitted each year. Although initially used only in factories and large commercial buildings, systems for homes and small buildings are now available at a cost-effective price.
Note the red liquid alcohol in the glass bulb.Ī fire sprinkler system is an active fire protection method, consisting of a water supply system providing adequate pressure and flowrate to a water distribution piping system, to which fire sprinklers are connected. For the device that actually discharges water, see Fire sprinkler.Ī glass bulb type sprinkler head will spray water into the room if sufficient heat reaches the bulb and causes it to shatter. This article is about the complete fire protection system.
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