Deluge, water spray & foam systems

Engineering services (Deluge, water spray & foam)

Process equipment, exposed structures, storage risks and liquid fuel hazards can require a protection approach beyond conventional building sprinklers. The design brief must distinguish fire control, exposure cooling and other intended functions, then establish the applicable system and supply requirements.

System selection also depends on the protected materials, environmental conditions, concentrate compatibility, discharge arrangements and site operations. Foam selection and environmental or disposal requirements require project-specific review. No generic nozzle arrangement or product choice is assumed to suit every facility.

Scope of expertise

The appointment is defined around the facility, available information and required project outcomes. Relevant services can include:

• Deluge and fixed water spray design considerations
• Tank and equipment exposure-cooling requirements
• Foam application and distribution engineering within the agreed scope
• Nozzle, monitor and discharge-device coordination
• Hydraulic demand, release arrangements and firewater interfaces
• Concentrate compatibility, containment and environmental specialist interfaces

Design and deliverables

We establish the hazard information and protection objectives, develop the design basis and coordinate the system with the facility and firewater infrastructure. Specialist product evidence and vendor calculations are reviewed where included in the appointment.

Project information

Provide process and storage details, site layouts, equipment dimensions, material information and the proposed operating arrangements. Identify existing protection systems and environmental constraints.

The scope, deliverables, site involvement and responsibilities are confirmed for each appointment.