CARBON DIOXIDE (CO₂) GAS EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS
Carbon dioxide is a colorless, odorless, and non-conductive gas that acts quickly and efficiently on the protected area. Its density is approximately 50% higher than that of air. During fire suppression, it appears as a white mist. It does not contaminate or adversely affect materials.
It reduces the oxygen concentration in the area, thereby smothering the fire and creating a cooling effect due to the rapid expansion of the gas. Even at low concentrations, CO2 poses a danger to respiration and this should not be overlooked. Furthermore, visibility during discharge is significantly reduced due to the formation of the CO2 mist.
This fire extinguisher can be applied in areas not continuously occupied by people, such as transformer rooms, provided appropriate safety measures are taken.
Application Areas
Various fire suppression applications where CO2 is suitable are listed below.
- WPP (Wind Power Plants), HPP (Hydroelectric Power Plants),
- SPP (Solar Power Plants) and GPP (Geothermal Power Plants),
- Electrical equipment (machines, transformers, etc.),
- Painting booths, industrial furnaces, etc.
- Electronic control units and data processing centers
- Enclosed storage areas, dust pipes, and tunnels, etc.
- Enclosed-frame yarn machines,
- Silos, archives, flammable liquid storage areas.
Discharge Time
According to standards, the calculated minimum discharge time should be 60 seconds.
- For local applications, the discharge time should be at least 30 seconds.
- If a longer cooling period is required to complete the extinguishing process, the discharge time can be extended.
Cylinder Storage Containers
The cylinders of the Carbon Dioxide (CO2) fire suppression system can be mounted and stored inside a container according to customer request. This solution provides ease of maintenance, transport, and installation. Thus, a safer environment is created.
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Weighing System
Gas leakage in the cylinders can be measured by weighing the cylinders and using special testing devices. To continuously monitor the amount of gas in the CO2 system cylinders, the specially designed Titus Weighing System can optionally be installed.
Weighing System Features
- Body and Frame: Aluminum
- Flame-Resistant Limit Switch
- Stainless
With the advancement of technology, people benefit more from the blessings of the world and natural resources, but at the same time contribute to pollution. Carbon dioxide fire protection systems are a choice made with a sense of responsibility to protect nature.
