What are the types of sprinklers?
All fire sprinklers are one of four types: pendent, upright, sidewall, or concealed. In this article, we’ll review the types of fire sprinklers and offer an in-depth look at the distinctive features offered by a few major manufacturers.
What are the types of sprinkler head?
Types of Sprinkler Heads for Fire Protection
- Pendent Fire Sprinkler Head. The pendent fire sprinkler head is the most common type and it’s mainly used in offices, hotels and factories.
- Upright Fire Sprinkler Head.
- Sidewall Fire Sprinkler Head.
- Concealed Fire Sprinkler Head.
What is pendent type sprinkler?
HD Pendent Sprinkler is a small, thermosensitive, glass-bulb spray sprinkler available in several different finishes and temperature ratings to meet design requirements. During fire, the heat-sensitive liquid in the glass bulb expands, causing the glass bulb to shatter. …
At what temperature do fire sprinklers activated?
135-165 degrees Fahrenheit
Will a fog machine set off sprinklers?
“The particles produced by fog machines will set off ionisation type smoke detectors. Sprinkler systems are usually triggered by heat therefore fog will not active these.”
Is smoke from a fog machine bad for you?
Is the smoke dangerous to inhale? Fog machines are completely safe as long the machine is used properly with the correct fluid. Indeed the fluid, made of water and propylene glycol is considered harmless when heated at the right temperature.
Do fog machines leave residue?
Yes, they do. Smoke particles settle on all surfaces and may leave a residue. Whether that residue is enough to cause a problem is dependant upon the density of smoke, the duration of the effect, the type of fogger or hazer and the type of fluid used.
How long does fog from a fog machine last?
For how long will my fog machine create fog? How long your fog juice will last depends on the wattage of your machine. One quart of fog juice will generally burn for six hours in a 400-watt compact fog machine (four hours in a low lying machine) and a 1,000-watt machine will burn for two hours.
What is the difference between haze and fog?
Fog and haze differ in that fog is a thick, opaque effect that lasts a short time, while haze is a thin, translucent effect that lasts a long time. Fog is used as a special effect, whereas haze is used for lighting/atmosphere enhancement.