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FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS
Flammable Storage

Flammable and combustible liquids, gases, ignitable solids, aerosols, and combustible metals can produce rapid fire growth, high heat release, and, in some cases, vapor accumulation leading to flash fire or deflagration.

Fire protection systems are designed to control or suppress fire involving stored flammable materials at an early stage to limit fire growth and prevent extension beyond the storage area.

  • Flammable liquid storage fuel shed protected by an automatic fire suppression system. Installed by Fire Defense.
  • Flammable liquid fuel drum storage shed protected by an automatic fire suppression system. Installed by Fire Defense.
  • Fire suppression system dry chemical agent cylinders installed for automatic protection of a flammable storage enclosure. Installed by Fire Defense.

System selection is based on material classification, quantity, storage arrangement, and building construction. Fire suppression systems may be designed as dry chemical, foam, or clean agent systems.

Interior of a manufacturing facility with large metal tanks and pipes, showcasing industrial equipment and infrastructure.

Paint mixing room protected by automatic fire suppression and optical flame detection systems. Installed by Fire Defense.

Close-up of two control switches labeled for a flammable liquid tank farm, one for foam fire system and the other for interlock shutdown, both featuring normal and bypass settings.

Foam fire suppression system maintenance and interlock shutdown controls for a flammable liquid tank farm. Installed by Fire Defense.

FLAMMABLE STORAGE AREAS

Bulk Storage Tanks. Drum Storage. Storage Cabinets. Fuel Storage Rooms. Pump Rooms. Loading Racks.

FLAMMABLE STORAGE MATERIALS

Gasoline. Solvents. Paint Thinner. Alcohols. Propane. Acetylene. Aerosol Containers. Flammable Chemical Solids. Combustible Metals (Aluminum, Magnesium). Untreated Wood. Lumber. Sawdust. Paper. Cardboard. Textiles. Cotton. Celluloid (Nitrocellulose Film). Acetate-Based Film. Photographic Negatives. Archival Paper Documents.

Design + Install

Fire Defense provides hazard-based design and installation for fire protection systems in flammable storage areas and facilities.

  • Foam fire suppression for flammable liquid storage
  • Dry chemical suppression for localized flammable liquid and gas hazards
  • Clean agent total flooding for enclosed room storage
  • Cabinet, room, rack, and bulk storage protection designs
  • Retrofit and system upgrades for existing storage areas

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ITM

Fire Defense performs inspection, testing, and maintenance for flammable storage fire protection systems to verify system readiness and performance.

  • Semi-annual and Annual inspections
  • Verification of discharge components, including nozzles, piping, and coverage
  • Testing of detection and release functions
  • Inspection of control valves, supervisory devices, and system status
  • Verification of system interlocks and shutdown functions
  • Documentation and deficiency reporting

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Emergency Service

24/7 emergency service is available for flammable storage protection systems.

  • Response to alarm, trouble, and system activation events
  • System restoration and temporary protection measures
  • Replacement of detection devices and suppression system components

Codes and Standards

Fire Defense performs services in accordance with NFPA 11, NFPA 30, and other applicable codes, manufacturer requirements, customer specifications, and AHJ requirements.


Note: NFPA makes its codes and standards available online for free. Select View Free Access under Current & Prior Editions and create a free account.

Visit NFPA 11: Standard for Low-, Medium-, and High-Expansion Foam →

Visit NFPA 30: Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code →