Automatic Sprinklers

When a sprinkler head activates, it‘s critical that the water reaches the burning material quickly. That‘s why a well-designed sprinkler system minimizes obstructions, such as:

• building structures
• bar joists
• bridge strapping
• electrical conduits
• lighting fixtures
• ventilation ductwork
• cable trays

An obstruction not only impedes rapid water delivery — allowing a fire to grow — but also causes splashing and cooling that can prevent or delay additional sprinkler heads from opening.

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