Commercial fire sprinkler system installation.
Does your building need a new commercial fire sprinkler system installation or a retrofit? As a leading fire protection and sprinkler installation company, Koetter Fire can provide the competitive features that building managers want, and the ease of expansion and upgrade that protects your investment. Regardless of size, every automatic fire sprinkler system is installed by our own field crews and project managers assuring that installation proceeds according to specification, and is completed on time and on budget.
Today you will find our commercial fire sprinkler systems wherever a fire protection system is are needed. From office buildings, schools, universities and healthcare institutions to manufacturing plants, government buildings, airports and prisons, Koetter Fire Protection protects every kind of facility.
Automatic fire sprinkler systems installation and design.
Properly installed and maintained automatic fire sprinkler systems help save lives. Because fire sprinkler systems react so quickly, they can dramatically reduce the heat, flames and smoke produced in a fire. When you do business with Koetter Fire Protection, you get a complete single-source solution fire sprinkler company.
Automatic fire sprinkler services FAQs
What fire sprinkler services does Koetter Fire Protection offer?
- Fire sprinkler design
- Fire sprinkler inspections
- Fire sprinkler maintenance
- Fire alarm systems
- Fire alarm inspection
- System commissioning
- Remote monitoring
- Fire alarm servicing and repair
How do fire sprinkler systems work?
Fire sprinkler systems are full of pressurized water. These pipes throughout your building will release water once the sprinkler system has been triggered. Some sprinkler system designs will operate differently than others, but all go off when the temperature rises above 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
What components make up a sprinkler system?
Fire sprinkler systems are comprised of the following components. Sprinkler heads, water piping, fire pump, detection, and alarm system
What is a fire pump?
Fire pumps are utilized to pump water to the fire sprinkler system.
At what temperature do fire sprinkler systems go off?
Fire sprinkler systems are designed to go off when temperatures reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Does the entire system go off at once?
No. Fire sprinkler systems are designed to operate only when the temperature is above 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Once the temperature under an individual sprinkler head drops below 165 degrees the sprinkler head will shut off automatically.
How often should my fire sprinkler system be inspected?
As a first line of defense against fires, automatic fire sprinklers should be inspected and tested regularly to ensure they are operating effectively. Different system components can be tested at different which is why we suggest our preventative maintenance contracts.
How do you turn off fire sprinkler systems?
Fire sprinkler systems are turned off by first responders.
Does Koetter offer sprinkler testing and inspections?
Yes. Koetter Fire Protection offers fire sprinkler inspections as part of our preventative maintenance contracts for all types of fire sprinkler systems. Contact us today about our sprinkler design and installation services.
What do you test my sprinkler system for?
Koetter Fire Protection will inspect your sprinkler systems control valve, check your gauge readings, and activate the system and pump, followed up with a backflow testing.
Should I winterize my fire sprinkler system?
Not all buildings are created equal. While it is always best practice to winterize a system, it is not necessary for every building. You can read more on winterizing your fire safety system here.