Fire Sprinklers
How Fire Sprinklers Work
Contrary to what is often depicted in movies, automatic fire sprinkler systems do not release water throughout the entire building all at once. Sprinkler heads are activated individually by the fire. When the heat of a fire raises the ceiling temperature to the sprinkler head’s operating point (usually 165º F), a solder link will melt or a liquid-filled glass bulb will shatter to open that single sprinkler head, releasing water directly over the source of the heat. The sprinkler heads are tied into a network of piping with water under pressure. As the automatic fire sprinkler system is activated, an alarm is sounded to alert the building occupants and the fire department of its activation. K&J Integrated Systems understands how fire sprinklers systems work and make sure they function properly. Knowing the process and going the extra mile on our customers’ fire sprinklers is something we take great pride in.
Inspection and Testing
Your fire protection system is only as good as your last test and inspection. Without a regular check of your systems, you may be at risk. At KJI Integrated systems we have a certified team of licensed technicians that have the knowledge and expertise to test, inspect and service your fire sprinklers or fire suppression system.
There is a difference between an inspection and a test.
An inspection is a visual examination of a water-based fire protection system or portion thereof to verify that it appears to be in an operating condition and free of physical damage. Our team at KJI Integrated Systems is fully trained to assure that the work we do is code compliant.
A test is a procedure used to determine the status of a system as intended by conducting periodic physical checks (hands-on). K&J Integrated Systems offers different types of testing including fire pump testing. KJI Integrated systems test systems for the following:
- Fire Alarm Testing
- Fire Pump Testing
- Control Valve Operation
- Backflow Preventer Testing
- Main Drain Test
- Dry System Trip Testing
- System Flow via Test Connections
- Air Compressor Testing
Fire Protection System Design & Installation
To guarantee efficient installation and a functioning system, KJI integrated systems makes every set of plans and blue prints a top priority. Whether the job calls for a new construction or is a retrofit, we take our experience and knowledge and incorporate it into our streamlined process to bring you value. Our team is trained in the specific codes and applications of sprinklers, alarms, and suppression systems.
Once the system is designed our field technicians are prepared to execute our installation process quickly and thoroughly. At KJI integrated Systems we ensure that each job is done safely and to code. Since our installation team works together as a cohesive unit, we are able to address every stage of wet-pipe, dry pipe, deluge and pre-action fire sprinkler systems. The same process is applied for alarm and detection systems as well as special hazard and suppression. Our combined years of experience allow us to address each stage of the installation process for the full suite of fire protection needs while providing trusted safety and proven value.
Maintenance & Emergency services
Maintenance is work performed to keep equipment operable or to make repairs. K&J Integrated Systems offers the essential maintenance need to keep your fire sprinklers performing at a high level. Every now and then, your maintenance needs turn into emergencies. Emergencies can happen anytime and don’t hold 9-5 office hours. At KJI Integrated Systems we keep your business up and running. You can call us anytime – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week – for emergency service. Our emergency repair technicians are on call when you need them. Head Quartered in Greater Boston we reach your business quickly and resolve the emergency efficiently.
