Dry chemical total‑flood systems are engineered to deliver a precise amount of dry chemical powder—typically monoammonium phosphate (ABC) or sodium bicarbonate (BC)—through a network of piping and strategically placed nozzles to fully enclose and protect spaces like engine rooms, industrial machinery enclosures, electrical cabinets, and flammable liquid storage areas. This blanket of agent interrupts the chemical reaction of the fire, rapidly suppressing flames and providing uniform coverage throughout the protected volume.
The system activates automatically upon fire detection—or can be manually triggered—ensuring fast response and minimal damage compared to traditional water-based solutions. Effective for Class B (flammable liquids) and Class C (electrical) fires, dry chemical total‑flood systems comply with NFPA 17 and UL 1254 standards, designed and tested for enclosed hazards .
Kidde's IND™ Dry Chemical System exemplifies this category, offering both local application and total‑flood configurations. Its pre‑engineered design simplifies installation and ensures regulatory compliance via UL, FM, and NFPA approvals. Multiple cylinders can be linked to cover large enclosures, and detection/control modules—like the XV™ system and AEGIS™ panel—enable automatic and manual discharge options with reliable alarm and shutdown integration .
BFS has been an authorized distributor of Kidde Fire Protection since 1993, bringing proven Kidde IND dry chemical total‑flood solutions to our clients. Our partnership combines Kidde’s industry-leading, code-compliant systems with BFS’s deep local expertise—ensuring effective, fast-response fire protection tailored to industrial plants, machinery spaces, electrical rooms, and other critical facilities.