What are Fire Suppression Systems and how do they work?
Following years of development and testing, Fireward supplies and installs market-leading automatic fire suppression systems across the UK for a number of industries. We offer two types of detection, Pneumatic and Electronic Linear, both of which are available for all our systems.
Detection
Pneumatic
Our ultra-fast detection system consists of a nitrogen-filled tube which balances the stored pressure in the cylinder via our patented valve. Once the tube bursts, the valve allows the agent to discharge either via the detection tube or a predefined discharge network.
Electronic Linear
We also supply Electronic Linear Detection as an alternative to our Pneumatic Detection system. In the event of a fire, this cable will signal the control box to activate the fire suppression system.
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Our Systems
Dual Agent
Dual Agent systems are an outstanding fire suppression method due to the combined benefits of dry powder and wet chemical in one solution. Using both wet and dry agents reduces the chances of the fire reigniting after discharge.
Not only can the system provide rapid-fire knockdown and excellent coverage with the dry powder, but with the cooling properties of wet chemicals, the system is economical and efficient. Our Dual Agent system is performance and durability accredited to RI:SE P-Mark SPCR 199.
Single Agent
Performance testing shows that Dry Powder is the single most effective agent for fast fire knockdown. All our single-agent systems for plant, machinery, and vehicles use dry powder. Our Single Agent system is performance and durability accredited to RI:SE P-Mark SPCR 183.
Clean Agent
Our Clean Agent systems use Reacton™ 1230 Fire Protection Fluid and FM-200™.
Reacton™ 1230 is a fluorinated ketone that is stored as a liquid and discharged as a gas. It is electrically non-conductive and leaves no residue after discharge.
FM-200™ sometimes referred to as HFC-227ea is the most tested liquefiable clean agent of all time. It is an electrically non-conductive odourless and colourless gas.
Fireward is a leading and authorised distributor of Reacton Fire Suppression Ltd. supplying systems to Fireward from their UK based global headquarters. Here the designing, manufacturing, and testing of all Fireward products occur in strict ISO 9001:2015 certified facilities. With all products being recognised by the Made in Britain association, Reacton holds a range of globally recognised approvals. Fireward systems are certified to P-Mark 199, P-Mark 183, UNECE R107 Regulations, AS-5062:2016, ISO 9001:2015 and LPCB LPS 1666.
Additional Safety Features
Direct Release Systems
With direct release fire suppression from Fireward, you can secure your assets and minimise the impact of a fire on your operations. Immediately targeting the source of the fire can help to protect your expensive equipment, preventing further damage.
The most common assets to protect using our direct fire suppression systems are electrical cabinets and CNC machines. Direct systems work through installing tubing strategically wrapped around the asset. In the event of a fire, the part of the tubing which is closest to the heat will rupture, putting the pressure out of balance and releasing a dedicated suppressant to put the fire out – taking 10 seconds or less to react.
This quick response can easily protect your valuable assets and prevent further damage by limiting the area in which the suppressant is released. Our expert engineers operate across the UK, designing and installing direct release systems to individual machines and vehicles.

Indirect Release Systems
The Fireward indirect system works by the strategically placed network of detection tubing and nozzles around risk areas, which delivers the extinguishing agent to the protected area. Dry powder is our primary agent, and as proven during testing, dry powder performs over 40% better than foam only systems. The system requires no electrical power to detect and suppress.
Fireward’s indirect dual agent system allows a combination of agents to be used, such as powder and foam. The advantages of this allow quick knockdown of the fire followed by a cooling effect to help prevent re-ignition. Optional equipment can be fitted to further protect equipment such as Battery Isolators, Machine Shutdown, Manual Actuators and In-Cab monitoring panels.

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Why Use a Fireward System?
As the UK’s market leader in fire suppression, we understand the importance of protecting your vehicles and equipment. Our systems are certified to the highest standards, fully automatic and tailored to your needs, to give you complete protection day or night.
Ultra-Fast Detection
At Fireward, we have multiple fire suppression systems designed to tackle fires in a matter of seconds.
24/7 Protection
All our systems are pressurised and require no power to ensure round-the-clock protection.
Approved Systems
We are accredited to the highest standards, giving you peace of mind and making it easy to obtain insurance cover.
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