Fire Sprinkler System, Fire Hydrant and Hose reels
ABS Fire protection can provide Fire Sprinkler and hydrant System design to Australian and international standards. We analysis each project on its merits, and provide a economical design using the latest technology and best practices available.
With the developments in computer based full hydraulic design packages, The complex piping network can become simple and economical. We provide best solution for the project. We prepare our design drawings using CAD drawings, detailing such things as Equipment Schedules, Valve schematics & pipe hanger assemblies, giving a clear picture of the proposed system design.
- Site Survey
- Co-ordination of our shop drawings with all other Building Services
- System Design & Verification
- Full hydraulic calculation
- Design Drawings
- Fabrication Listing of Pipes
- Material take off sheets
- Fittings & Hanger list
Fire Detection Systems
With the modern technologies available today we can easily detect the early symptoms of a fire. We can sense the sudden rise in temperature within a room or scan for the infra red radiation from a distant flame. We can process the many different forms of detection and produce the much needed warning to protect life, plant and property.
Designing the correct solution can be as easy as placing a light fitting. Knowing how to integrate this thinking into a much larger picture takes much more careful thought and sometimes innovative engineering.
Getting the balance right. We would not wish to connect our light fitting solely to a large power station. Likewise we need to ensure the fire detection system is designed to protect life and property without costing the earth.
Gas Detection
In situations where there are materials which may be the very cause of a serious fire or even and explosion, we need to limit this possibility by detecting a build up of flammable gas. Toxic gas is also a problem in many process plants. Personnel may be subject to the risk of asphyxiation, poisons or contaminants. There are standards or codes dictating how to put together the best means of gas early warning systems. Although not comprehensive, we need to incorporate into our design the following elements:
Materials and its behavior depending on;
- Locations, whether collective or source
- Temperature of material
- Ambient temperature
- Possibility of leak or spillage
- Location of ignition source
- Personnel access
Experience and risk analysis provide some means of producing a design. The customer understands the process systems best. A combination of this thinking is the common sense approach. ABS Fire protection know how to make good use of all of these principles to engineer the best solution.
Emergency Warning and Intercommunication Systems
Early detection of a fire is of no use if personnel are not alerted promptly. Using multiple speakers or audible alarms is the best way to evacuate a fire risk area. Australian and international standards dictate the required sound levels required to warn building occupants. Careful consideration to the building materials, furnishings and obstructions make sure that these minimum standards are achieved.
During emergency situations a communication system dedicated for the fire and rescue teams is invaluable when fighting fire, evacuating personnel or providing early warning. ABS Fire protections integrate all of these systems to provide a cost effective solution.
Water & Foam Deluge Systems
Sprinklers are the simplest form of fire protection but some risks demand a different solution. Water Deluge Systems provide total risk protection, for example
- Road and Rail Tunnels
- LPG Vessels (Bullets / Spheres)
- Transformers & Turbine Protection
- Cooling Towers
We provide design to suit relevant standards, best. The piping network is hydraulically balanced and calculated utilising the latest computer based hydraulic calculations programs, and many years of experience to determine the most efficient, functional & cost effective piping designs for each project.
The Deluge System design encompasses such things as
- Response time
- Designed correctly (functionality & operational)
- Future Maintenance
Analysis techniques include:
- Risk analysis
- Nozzle type and placement
- Detection and activation methodology
- Maintenance Planning
Drawing office
with a fully equipped CAD drafting office we have the ability to produce multiple discipline detailed design drawings. In accordance with Australian drafting standards AS 1100.
With more and more projects requiring electronic data we have all necessary facilities to meet with all client requirements whether in printed or electronic form.
Site Monitoring Systems
Multiple systems located in one plant or site introduce unique problems when it comes to managing a fire condition or emergency event. Conventional fire alarm systems are not designed to supervise such diverse requirements. Site plans on a computer screen showing building locations and alarm locations make the systems easy to use and reduce delays in responding to an emergency. Using dedicated telephone lines, optical fibers or even radio transmitters we place high speed low power monitoring devices at individual alarm systems. Multiple signals can then be multiplexed to the central control system. This type of system demands expertise in computing systems, telephone, fire detection, radio and multiplexing techniques. ABS Fire protections have the skills to address these issues.
Gas Extinguishing Systems.
ABS Fire protections provide detailed design packages for all Gaseous Fire Detection and Suppression Systems. Our personnel have been extensively trained and have the technical expertise to provide the best system to meet the risk requirements whether its:
- Risk analysis
- Nozzle type and placement
- Detection and activation methodology
- Maintenance Planning
As part of our design package, we supply full computer based system calculations, detailed drawings of piping, hangers, equipment schedules and overall system schematics. Not forgetting the necessary operators and maintenance documentation.
