CARBON DIOXIDE SYSTEMS

This type of fire extinguishing system consists of high-pressure cylinders or low-pressure tanks containing carbon dioxide (CO2) agent under pressure, connected to fixed piping and nozzles. The systems are used for total flooding of a volume or for local application.

Carbon dioxide is a colorless, odorless, nonconductive gas that extinguishes fires by smothering. Since carbon dioxide is electrically nonconductive, it is frequently used for protection of electrical equipment. Because it is a gaseous agent, it is further suitable for fires in electrical and electronic equipment, as well as flammable liquids.

Where the hazard being protected is enclosed in a room, total flooding systems are provided. Where there is no enclosing room for the hazard, local application systems are used. 

Types of hazards and equipment that Carbon Dioxide may satisfactorily protect include:

• Battery Rooms
• Flammable Storage
• Engine Test Cells
• Printing Presses
• Solvent Recovery
• Record Storage
• Electric Generators
• Coating Machines
• Under-floor Areas
• Fur Storage Vaults
• Dust Collectors
• Coating Machines
• Ovens
• Dip Tanks
• Motors
• Switchgear Rooms
• Transformers