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(Tyco Fire & Security Unveils New SAPPHIRE(TM) Fire Suppression System
for Facilities with Critical Assets)
NEW YORK, April 14, 2004 --- Tyco Fire & Security announced today a
groundbreaking advancement in fire protection technology with the
introduction of its ANSUL(R) SAPPHIRE(TM) Fire Suppression System.
This revolutionary technology utilizes a new sustainable* chemical agent that fights fires without causing any damage to electronics,
works of art, irreplaceable artifacts and other critical assets. This
system provides the ideal solution for hospitals, museums, libraries,
telecommunications centers and other facilities seeking to protect critical assets that could be damaged by ordinary fire suppression
systems.
The SAPPHIRE Suppression System uses 3M(R) NOVEC(TM) 1230 Fire
Protection Fluid. It looks exactly like water, but does not cause the
type of damage associated with water when putting out a fire. It can be
used to protect rare exhibits, electronic equipment and other delicate items without causing any harm. In fact, items can even be immersed in
the agent. The fire protection fluid will quickly evaporate,
safeguarding these items - and leaving them unaffected.
The SAPPHIRE Suppression System chemically interferes with the fire
combustion process, therefore bringing it to a halt. It also works
faster than a water sprinkler system, which is designed to work when it
detects an actual flame. SAPPHIRE Suppression Systems detect fire at invisible levels, identifying particles of combustion before they turn
into damaging flames.
"The SAPPHIRE Fire Suppression System is a significant component of
Tyco's holistic approach to fire suppression solutions," said Ron
Krisanda, president of Tyco Safety Products. "SAPPHIRE is further proof
of Tyco's commitment to innovation as well as our focus on bringing new technologies to market."
SAPPHIRE Suppression Systems offer central storage and modular design
solutions that can work in tandem with existing building fire alarm and
suppression systems, providing ideal building structure protection. The
agent is stored in pressurized containers as a liquid and vaporizes
when discharged. When applied in a modular design, storage containers
take up less space than other fire suppression systems, giving users
more options for storage and placement. For example, by integrating the
SAPPHIRE Suppression System into a current building fire alarm/suppression scheme, users can select key rooms or spaces to protect, making it a cost-effective solution.
Other benefits of the SAPPHIRE System include an atmospheric lifetime
of only five days, versus 33 years for the closest chemical alternative,
as well as zero ozone depletion. In addition, the SAPPHIRE Suppression
System offers the greatest safety margin over other non sustainable
halocarbon alternatives.
"The SAPPHIRE Fire Suppression System not only eliminates the issue of
massive water damage but also greatly reduces actual fire damage by
suppressing a fire in the pre combustion stage," said Dave Pelton,
director, marketing, Tyco Fire & Security. "It is sophisticated,
flexible, and engineered to be safe for people, products and the environment."
The SAPPHIRE Fire Suppression System complements the ANSUL INERGEN(R)
clean agent system. INERGEN and SAPPHIRE are part of Tyco's full
portfolio of clean agent suppression systems comprised of inert gas and
chemical agents. The SAPPHIRE Suppression System is available through
Tyco's worldwide fire protection businesses in the USA, Canada, Latin
America, Europe, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. For additional
information on the Tyco Fire & Security SAPPHIRE Fire Suppression
System, contact Tyco, Fire Suppression Products at (715) 735-7411.
* Not subject to global regulations pertaining to greenhouse gasses.
About ANSUL
ANSUL is the premium fire suppression product range, which is part of
Tyco Fire & Security's Fire Suppression business unit. The full line of
ANSUL special hazard fire protection products includes fire
extinguishers and hand line units; pre-engineered restaurant, vehicle,
and industrial systems; sophisticated fire detection/suppression
systems and a complete line of dry chemical, foam, and gaseous
extinguishing agents. ANSUL products are developed and tested at the
ANSUL Fire Technology Center, one of the most extensive fire research
and testing facilities in the world. ANSUL products meet the demanding
challenge of industry and commerce, including high hazard/ high risk
markets such as aviation, mining, chemical and petro-chemical, utility
and metal manufacturing/processing industries. For more information,
visit www.ansul.com.
About Tyco Fire & Security
Tyco Fire & Security, a business segment of Tyco International Ltd.,
designs, manufactures, installs and services electronic security
systems, fire protection, detection and suppression systems. With $11
billion in annual sales and more than 90,000 employees, Tyco Fire and
Security includes more than 60 brands, which are represented in over
100 countries. Its products are used to safeguard firefighters, prevent
and fight fires, deter thieves and protect people and property. For
more information, visit www.tycofireandsecurity.com.
CONTACTS:
Jim Cox
Tyco Fire & Security
(715) 735-7411
jimcox@tycoint.com
Deb Coller
Tyco Fire & Security
(561) 988-7035
dcoller@tycoint.com
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