Fire suppression: FM200 or sprinklers? How to choose
25 August 2026
Not all fires are alike, and not every suppression system suits every place. Choosing the right system protects lives and property and meets Civil Defense requirements at once.
Water sprinklers
The most common and economical solution for most residential and commercial buildings. Effective and reliable, but unsuitable for water-sensitive areas like server rooms, archives and electrical equipment.
Gas systems like FM200
They extinguish fire without water or residue, making them ideal for sensitive areas and valuable equipment. Pricier than sprinklers but the only suitable option where water would be destructive.
The decision depends on risk
Often a building combines both: sprinklers for general areas and gas for sensitive rooms. At Syltra Shield we design the system to your building's nature, risks and Civil Defense requirements.
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