HI-FOG Water Misting
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HI-FOG is the
world's leading water mist fire protection technology, originally developed by
Marioff Corporation for use on passenger ships, but now protecting an
increasing range of land-based applications.
HI-FOG is the
world's leading water mist fire protection technology, originally developed by
Marioff Corporation for use on passenger ships, but now protecting an
increasing range of land-based applications.
HI-FOG is an
innovative fire protection technology utilizing high pressure to produce a fine
water mist with average drop size of 50 - 120 µm. HI-FOG combines the
extinguishing characteristics of water with the penetrative qualities of gases
with no danger to people or the environment.
Application
specific HI-FOG systems have been proved to be successful, for example, in
protecting machinery spaces, turbine enclosures, underground railways, computer
rooms, hotels, office and heritage buildings, offshore platforms and vessels.
HI-FOG is the solution of choice especially for applications where superior
fire suppression performance, easy installation and minimal water damage are
key benefits.
Over 5,000
full scale fire tests testify to the effectiveness of HI-FOG systems. The
systems are engineered to meet IMO and NFPA 750 specifications.
HI-FOG fire
protection technology provides safety for people, property and the environment
in many different applications. It is backed-up by a dedicated team whose one
aim is to provide satisfaction for the customer.
Applications for water misting
HI-FOG is the
world's leading water mist fire protection technology. HI-FOG systems are being
installed on over half the new cruise ships and luxury ferries being built
around the world.
But now the
technology is moving onto land. Approved HI-FOG systems protect turbines and
machinery spaces for the largest energy companies in the world. Madrid and
London underground railway systems use
HI-FOG to protect their special fire risks. Insurance companies, banks and
leading telecom and internet service providers trust HI-FOG systems to protect
valuable computer equipment from fire and smoke damage. HI-FOG sprinkler
systems also protect hotels, offices and museums, as well as historic and
heritage buildings.
Conventional
low pressure water spray or sprinkler systems can cause considerable water
damage, often greater than the direct fire damage. Low pressure systems can be
difficult to install, especially in retrofit projects. Gaseous systems are
unsuitable for many risks because of the difficulty of ensuring enclosure
integrity, high recharge costs and the personnel and environmental safety
issues associated with certain gases.
HI-FOG system
on its minimum performance is equal, but often better than conventional fire
protection systems, such as sprinklers or gases. Since HI-FOG suppresses fire
with minimal water discharge, the protected facility or equipment is not
damaged and clean-up time and costs are negligible. Pipe sizes are small,
making installation easy and fast, particularly in retrofits. HI-FOG uses just
pure water, making it totally safe for people, equipment and the environment.
HI-FOG is an ideal choice for most land-based fire protection applications.
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