CO₂ fire suppression systems provide effective, clean fire protection by using carbon dioxide gas to quickly extinguish fires in a wide range of applications. CO₂ is a powerful, oxygen-displacing agent that suppresses fire without leaving residue or causing damage to sensitive equipment, making it ideal for protecting critical areas.
Total application CO₂ systems are designed to flood an enclosed space completely with CO₂ gas, rapidly reducing oxygen levels to suppress combustion throughout the protected volume. These systems are commonly used in industrial settings such as electrical switchgear rooms, engine rooms, chemical storage areas, paint booths, and manufacturing plants where water or other agents could harm equipment or processes.
The system includes a network of storage cylinders, piping, discharge nozzles, detection and control panels, and safety devices to ensure controlled and effective release. Due to the hazardous nature of CO₂ to humans at high concentrations, total flooding systems incorporate safety alarms, evacuation procedures, and ventilation controls.
CO₂ total application systems offer fast, reliable fire suppression for high-risk, enclosed environments where rapid extinguishment and minimal cleanup are critical, complying with standards like NFPA 12 to ensure safe and effective operation.