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How Do Deluge Fire Valves Work?

How Do Deluge Fire Valves Work?

Deluge Fire ValveThere are a lot of commercial and industrial facilities that can’t afford to have a fire spread quickly once it starts. Chemical processing plants, airport hangars, data storage units, and more need a heavy-duty fire sprinkler system that will shut a fire down immediately and stop it from spreading. Many of these facilities install what is known as a deluge fire sprinkler system to inundate fires with water or foaming agents and stop them in their tracks. Keep reading to learn more about how a deluge fire valve works.

What is a deluge fire valve?

A deluge fire valve is a hydraulically-operated diaphragm valve that is designed to release quickly. It features three chambers with clappers and seals separating each of them. These three chambers each play an important role in the operation of a deluge fire sprinkler system.

How does a deluge fire valve work?

When a deluge fire valve is in the “set” position, there is water pressure that works its way through an external check valve and into the top chamber. This chamber is vented immediately when a deluge fire sprinkler system detects fire or smoke inside of a facility, which lifts the clapper in it and allows for water to start flowing through the system. That water will make its way down towards the fire in no time to put it out.

What is the benefit of relying on a deluge fire valve?

Basic fire sprinkler systems use highly-pressurized water to attack a fire. But the problem with them is that they don’t always dump enough water on a fire to stop it from spreading. A deluge fire valve sends water pouring down on a fire immediately and prevents it from gaining any momentum. It shuts down the fire in a matter of just seconds in most cases and prevents a full-fledged fire from breaking out.

Would you like to learn more about how deluge fire valves or deluge fire sprinkler systems work? Call R.G. Fire Company at 330-456-8848 today for more information on fire deluge sprinkler systems.

How Does a Fire Deluge Sprinkler System Function?

How Does a Fire Deluge Sprinkler System Function?

Many business owners are at least vaguely familiar with basic fire suppression systems. However, some owners may be unaware of how fire deluge sprinkler systems function, and which types of businesses they most are ideally suited for. These types of systems are often used for chemical processing plants, power plants, airport hangars, data storage centers,… Continue Reading

What Are the Advantages of a Fire Deluge System?

What Are the Advantages of a Fire Deluge System?

If you own a chemical plant, a power plant, an aircraft hangar, or another type of building that contains extremely flammable materials, you should consider installing a fire deluge system as opposed to a traditional fire suppression system. These types of systems rely on dry piping that is unpressurized as well as open sprinkler heads,… Continue Reading

The Benefits of ESFR Sprinkler Systems

The Benefits of ESFR Sprinkler Systems

If you own or operate a warehouse building, you might be thinking about which type of fire sprinkler system is best for you. Many warehouse owners are installing Early Suppression Fast Response, or ESFR, sprinkler systems these days. These systems provide those who utilize warehouses with the ultimate protection from fires. Here are some benefits… Continue Reading

Finding the Right Fire Suppression System For Your Company’s Machinery

Finding the Right Fire Suppression System For Your Company’s Machinery

If you own a facility that features a bunch of machinery inside of it, you should strongly consider installing a newer, reliable fire suppression system. This type of system will detect a fire and put it out before it’s able to spread. It will protect your equipment and reduce the impact a fire could potentially… Continue Reading

Keep These Things in Mind When Making an Emergency Escape Plan for Your Business

Keep These Things in Mind When Making an Emergency Escape Plan for Your Business

If a fire were to break out inside of your business today, would your employees know how to react? Hopefully, your answer to that question is a resounding “yes!” OSHA requires all businesses across the U.S. to have an emergency action plan in place with detailed instructions as far as how employers want their employees… Continue Reading