• CO₂ Fire Suppression Systems
• FM 200 Fire Suppression Systems
• Halon 1301 Fire Suppression System Service

CO₂ Fire Suppression Systems

Megacity Fire is an authorized installer and service agent for Kidde CO₂ fire suppression systems. One of the main applications for CO₂ systems is in industrial processes where flammable liquids and vapors present a potential hazard. Fires spread rapidly and become so intense that many times they cannot be approached or extinguished with the use of portable fire equipment. A "fixed CO₂ system” is designed specifically for this type of hazard and is operated automatically, assuring immediate detection and rapid suppression.

CO₂ fire suppression systems are ideal for:
• Dust Collectors
• Flammable liquid storage areas
• Printing presses
• Quench tanks
• Mixing operations
• Electrical areas
• Industrial ovens
• Engine Rooms

A complete inspection of a CO₂ suppression system must be conducted at least annually by qualified personnel. At least semi-annually, all high-pressure cylinders must be weighed and the date of the last hydrostatic test must be noted. Generally, at the end of 12 years, any system cylinders must be hydrostatically tested and recharged before being returned to service. All system hoses, including those used as flexible connectors, must be tested every 5 years.

FM-200 Fire Suppression Systems back to top

Kidde FM-200 fire suppression systems are designed to protect corporate assets such as expensive or irreplaceable equipment that is vital to a company’s ability to conduct normal business operations. FM-200 systems are typically used in occupied areas because it is one of the safest agents available for personnel exposure. Kidde FM-200 systems are designed to fully discharge within 10 seconds after receiving an actuation signal. This system allows less time for a fire to grow or cause damage. Further, the FM-200 system is a clean agent system. When the gas is discharged, the clean agent reaches into all areas of the protected facility but leaves no residue or damage to sensitive equipment.

FM-200 fire suppression systems are ideal for:

• Computer Rooms
• Data Processing Centers
• Emergency Power Facilities
• Museums and Art/History Collections
• Telephone Equipment Rooms
• Process Control Rooms
• Robotics

At least annually, all clean agent systems must be thoroughly inspected and tested for proper operation by qualified personnel. Discharge tests are not required. At least semi-annually, the agent quantity and pressure of refillable containers must be checked.

Halon 1301 Fire Suppression System Service back to top

In the 1960s, Halon 1301 was identified in the market as one of the most effective fire fighting agents ever developed. However, in the 1980s research showed that the agent was an ozone depleting chemical and the Montreal Protocol of 1987 required a phase out of new production. If you have a Halon 1301 system you should consider replacing it in the near future. Megacity Fire can perform maintenance on your current Halon system as required under NFPA standard #12A. Megacity Fire would be glad to give you a quote or answer any questions that you might have about an alternative system.