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- 1. Clean AgentClean Agent FireSuppressionFire Suppression SystemSystem
- 2. Introducing a NewIntroducinga New Clean AgentClean Agent AlternativeAlternative The Time has Come ….
- 3. What is aSAPPHIRE Fire Protection System? Sustainable technology for special hazards A new opportunity from Ansul
- 4. What is Novec1230 Fluid? • An alternative to Halon 1301/FM-200™ • Colorless fire suppression fluid • Clean agent
- 5. Novec 1230 fluidis stored as a liquid and when discharged quickly vaporizes to a gas What is Novec 1230 Fluid?
- 6. C6 Fluoroketone FK-5-1-12 (ASHRAE) F C O ABreakthrough in Fire Protection Science What is Novec 1230 Fluid?
- 7. Chemical formula CF3CF2C(O)CF(CF3)2 Molecularweight 316.04 Boiling point @ 1 atm 49ºC (120.2º F) Freezing point -108ºC (-162.4ºF) Density, sat. Liquid @ 25ºC 1.60 g/ml (99.9 lbm/ft3 ) Density, gas 1 ATM @ 25ºC 0.0136 g/ml (0.852 lbm/ft3 ) Specific volume, 1 ATM @ 25ºC 0.0733 m3 /kg (1.17 ft3 /lb) Liquid viscosity @ 25ºC/0ºC 0.41/0.56 centistokes Heat of vaporization @ BP 88.1 kJ/kg (37.9 BTU/lb) Solubility of H20 in Novec 1230 @ 25ºC <0.001% by wt. Vapor pressure @ 25ºC 0.40 bar (5.87 psig) Dielectric strength (rel. to N2 at 1 atm) 2.3 What is Novec 1230 Fluid?
- 8. How does Novec1230 Fluid Work? • Heat of vaporization is 25 times less than water. • Vapor pressure is 12 times that of water. • Energy discharging through pipe and nozzle causes vaporization. • Vaporization within 3-4 ft. of the nozzle room design concentration is quickly reached
- 9. Novec 1230 fluidextinguishes fire by heat absorption How does Novec 1230 Fluid Work?
- 10. Agent Use Conc.NOAEL* Safety Margin Novec 1230 4% - 6% 10% 67% -150% Halon 1301 5% 5% NIL HFC-227ea 7.5%-8.7% 9% 3% - 20% HFC-125 8%-11.5% 7.5% 0% * No Observable Adverse Effect Level Novec 1230 Fluid Safety Margin
- 11. Environmental Status • Halon1301 must be removed in Europe by December 2003 and destroyed • No removal requirement in US currently • HFCs are under attack environmentally due to GWP
- 12. • Denmark, Switzerland,& Austria – HFCs banned for fire protection • Norway – Enacted tax on imports of HFCs • Europe – HFCs should only be used when no other agent is technically feasible. Proposals include reporting of use of HFCs • Australia – Currently reviewing HFC use in fire protection Environmental Status
- 13. • The SAPPHIRESystem meets industry concerns for life safety, performance, and the environment. • Zero Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP) • Very low Global Warming Potential (GWP) • Short atmospheric lifetime (ALT) • Low toxicity • Safe for sensitive, valuable assets Environmental Properties
- 14. Ozone Depletion •Cl and Br destroy ozone when they reach the stratosphere • F has been shown to be benign to O₃ • Compounds containing F as the only halogen are considered non-ozone depleting Novec 1230 fluid is non-ozone depleting (Ozone Depletion Potential = 0) Environmental Properties
- 15. Climate Change/ Global Warming •All organic compounds emitted to the atmosphere can act as greenhouse gases • Effect or potency of a greenhouse gas is function of infrared absorbance and atmospheric lifetime and expressed as a Global Warming Potential (GWP) • GWP is calculated of a 100 year time horizon and represents mass of CO2 equivalent to emission of one unit of this compound Environmental Properties
- 16. IR Absorbance Likeall fluorinated compounds, Novec 1230 fluid absorbs IR energy while in the atmosphere Climate Change / Global Warming Atmospheric Lifetime Unlike most fluorinated compounds, Novec 1230 fluid degrades rapidly in the lower atmosphere by reaction with sunlight (photolysis) leading to very short lifetime measured in days rather than years, decades or centuries Environmental Properties
- 17. Halon 1301 (GWP=6900) HFC-227ea(GWP=3500) 49% reduction Novec 1230 fluid (GWP=1) 99.97% reduction PFC-3-1-10 (GWP=9000) 61% reduction Reduction in Greenhouse Gas Emissions
- 18. Properties Novec 1230 Halon 1301 HFC- 227ea HFC-125 Ozone Depletion Potential(ODP) 0.0 12 0.0 0 Global Warming Potential (GWP)* 1 6900 3500 3400 Atmospheric Lifetime (years) 0.014 65 33 29.0 Novec 1230 Fluid Environmental Impact * IPCC 2001
- 19. Novec 1230 FluidCharacteristics • Pressurized with nitrogen 360psi • Non-hazardous agent • Contains no particulates • Contains no oily residues • Contains no bromine or chlorine • Produced under strict ISO 9001 guidelines
- 20. SAPPHIRE System • Poweredby Novec 1230 Fluid • 20 to 850 lb. Cylinders • Automatic, fixed nozzle • AUTOPULSE control panels • Pneumatic/electric actuators • Simplified piping network
- 21. SAPPHIRE Features • UL/ULClisted • SNAP listed by EPA • Total flooding on Class A, B, and C fires • Clean agent suitable for protection of high value assets
- 22. • Agent storage –Tanks – Brackets • Agent delivery system – Discharge hose – Piping – Nozzles • Actuation system – Valve actuator – Actuation connection components • Accessories – Recharge adaptors – Warning plates Components
- 23. • Agent storagetanks • Meet DOT requirements • Agent fill weight specified on order (1 lb. Increments) • Nameplate indicates agent and gross weight Components
- 24. • Tank Valve –Operation – Ports • Actuation • Not used • Low Pressure Switch • Slave actuation • Pressure gauge • Safety relief • Agent outlet – Available as a replacement component Components
- 25. • Flexible discharge hose •Direct pipe connection BSP (Tank End) NPT (Pipe End) BSP (Tank End) NPT (Pipe End) Components
- 26. • Actuation system– electric operation – AUTOPULSE Control Panels • All compatible detectors • Circuit supervision • Battery back-up Components
- 27. • Actuation system– pneumatic operation – ANSUL AUTOMAN® II-C Release • 11 tank maximum Components
- 28. • Removable electric actuator –24 VDC operating voltage • Used with AUTOPULSE control panel – One actuator per system • 11 tank maximum Components
- 29. • Pneumatic actuation –One per tank Components
- 30. • Discharge nozzles –Discharge pattern of 180 and 360 degrees Components
- 31. • Hazard andstorage temperature - 0°F – 130°F ( -18°C – 55°C ) • Max. nozzle coverage - (32 ft. X 32 ft.) Design
- 32. • General PipingRequirements – Schedule 40 black, galvanized, stainless steel, chrome plated – ASTM A120, A53 or A-106 – Fittings – 300 lb. – Unions acceptable – Cast iron not acceptable – Pipe tape acceptable • Pipe dope/sealant not acceptable – Pipe hangers to standard industry practice – Dirt traps at nozzles Installation
- 33. Cylinder Filling Operation •Sealed filling system • Agent can be pumped or gravity fed to tank • Pressurize with dry nitrogen • Back in service!
- 34. Why Sapphire withNovec 1230 Fluid? • “For fire protection of special hazards” • High value • Continuous operation • Life safety – Emergency phones – Control centers – Normally occupied spaces • Must be a “Clean Agent”
- 35. Clean Agent Markets •Data Processing – Computer rooms and under-floor areas – Data vaults – Cabinets (i.e. “StorageTek”) – UPS power supplies (batteries and generators)
- 36. Telecommunications – Switch roomsand under-floor areas – UPS power supplies (batteries and generators) Clean Agent Markets
- 37. • Power Plants –Control rooms and I/O (“Rack”) rooms – Cable spread vaults – Power turbines Clean Agent Markets
- 38. • Industry – Controlrooms and I/O (“Rack”) rooms – MCC rooms – In-the-room / under the floor – In the cabinet Clean Agent Markets
- 39. • Hospitals &Medical Centers – CT scan rooms – MRI rooms – Mobile MRI and CT scan trailers – Data centers – File storage Clean Agent Markets
- 40. • Air trafficcontrol centers • Banks, record storage Clean Agent Markets
- 41. • Museums, culturalarchives • Marine / off-shore Clean Agent Markets
- 42. ANSUL and 3M… The right partnership. The right time. For all the right reasons. SAPPHIRE: The New Halon Alternative…
Editor's Notes
- #2 Welcome to our presentation covering an exciting—and new—concept in fire protection: the SAPPHIRE Clean Agent Fire Suppression System from Ansul.
- #3 As such, today I would like to introduce the SAPPHIRE Suppression System containing the Novec brand 1230 Fire Protection Fluid from 3M—an advanced, “next generation” halon replacement technology that offers an effective, sustainable solution for protecting your people, your facilities, and your valuable equipment.
- #4 The SAPPHIRE System is ideal for “special hazards” applications. By this we mean areas containing high-value equipment and systems that cannot be shut down in an emergency—such as telecommunications facilities and airport control towers. Special hazard applications typically include the presence of people, so life safety is a critical issue. And finally, these types of special hazards require that a clean agent be used. More importantly, this technology is “sustainable” meaning that this system, like INERGEN agent systems, will never be affected by any environmental regulations. Remember that word: sustainable.
- #5 Ansul has built its reputation on technological innovation…..and with the SAPPHIRE Total Flooding System, that tradition is carried on for a new generation of fire protection challenges. This clean agent system offers not only outstanding performance, but is also safe for people and the environment. The first thing one notices about the Novec 1230 fire protection fluid is its content; while it is stored as a liquid at room temperature, it discharges as a gas.
- #6 As you can see, the discharged liquid quickly vaporizes to a gas. With such capabilities, the SAPPHIRE system can be used in a total flooding format to protect a variety of potential fire hazard situations.
- #7 Novec 1230 Fire Protection Fluid is based on a proprietary new chemistry from 3M called C6-fluoroketone; it is also known as dodecafluoro 2-methylpentane-3-one; its ASHRAE nomenclature is FK 5-1-12—the way it is designated in the NFPA 2001 and ISO 14520 clean agent standards.
- #8 Now let’s take a closer look at the technology itself… PLEASE NOTE THE CHARACTERISTICS LISTED ON THE CHART.
- #9 As noted previously, the SAPPHIRE Clean Agent Fire Protection System contains Novec 1230 fluid, a liquid that discharges as a gas. This is made possible by the heat of vaporization being 25 times less than water and the vapor pressure checking in at 12 times that of water. The end result is vaporization caused by energy discharging through the pipe and nozzles.
- #10 This video shows that this liquid agent gasifies when used in total flooding. We start with a flask containing Novec 1230 fluid at room temperature. The low vapor pressure allows a gas to form. When the gas is poured into the Pyrex dish containing the lit candle, only the gas formed about the liquid is needed to extinguish the flame. IF AVAILABLE, THIS WOULD BE A GOOD TIME FOR THE AUDIENCE TO SEE AND TOUCH AN ACTUAL SAMPLE OF Novec 1230 FLUID. Clicking on the picture pauses the video. Click again to resume.
- #11 In addressing ozone depletion potential (ODP) and global warming potential (GWP), you want to ensure that you’re not addressing one problem and inadvertently creating another problem. That’s why it’s important to look at a material’s safety margin. One of the ways of measuring the safety margin is by comparing the concentration at which an agent will be used to the level at which it starts to present a risk of adverse health effects. This slide compares conventional clean agents and Novec 1230 fluid at their No Observable Adverse Effects Levels. In the case of Halon, there was no safety margin. The first generation replacements give you a little—anywhere from 3 to 20 percent. Novec 1230 fluid, on the other hand, offers a very wide safety margin. That’s because its use concentration is comparable to halon—and yet its NOAEL is nominally twice that of halon. Thus you have approximately a 67 to 150 percent safety margin. This is the widest level of any clean extinguishing agent available today. Ansul also recognizes that industry standards recommend egress from a protected area prior to discharge. Naturally one has to take into account the thermal degradation products that evolve anytime there is a fire. Most releases of clean agents are the result of accidental discharge. It is this exposure to humans that is greatest concern when margins of safety are considered.
- #12 It was out of concern for the environment that halons were originally banned, creating the market for today’s clean agent replacement products. That’s why it’s important to have a clear understanding of the environmental properties and advantages being offered by the new SAPPHIRE system containing Novec 1230 fluid. While there are currently no restrictions in the United States mandating the removal of halon systems, the story is quite different in Europe where Halon 1301 was to be largely removed by the end of 2003. Halons are continuing to be attacked because of the agent’s GWP.
- #13 The general disadvantages of fluorochemicals in the atmosphere are well known. Ozone depletion is, of course, the first issue that forced the fire industry to look for alternatives to halon; climate change is the next, which is a combination of significant residence time in the atmosphere and the ability of organic compounds to absorb infrared energy. And, more recently, there has been the more general issue of environmental persistence. People are uncomfortable with things that stay in the atmosphere for decades or even centuries before they’re finally removed. In Europe, there are several countries which have independently initiated plans to regulate HFCs.
- #14 The SAPPHIRE Suppression System is a next-generation clean agent halon replacement system. It was designed from the outset to meet the key industry concerns for safety, performance, and the environment. The material has zero ozone depletion potential, very low global warming potential, and a short atmospheric lifetime. It also has very low toxicity, and provides a large margin of safety in both flooding and streaming applications. Finally, the SAPPHIRE system containing Novec 1230 fluid is ideal for use where you have very high-value, sensitive equipment to protect.
- #15 It has been well documented now that compounds which can transport chlorine (Cl) or bromine (Br) into the stratosphere are considered ozone depleting. However, in contrast to chlorine and bromine, fluorine has been shown to be benign toward stratospheric ozone. So as far as atmospheric scientists are concerned, compounds that contain fluorine as the only halogen do not affect the ozone layer. As a result, Novec 1230 fluid is non-ozone depleting with an ODP of zero.
- #16 While the issue of climate change or global warming is often thought of to be still evolving, the factors which make a material a greenhouse gas are well established. All organic compounds that are emitted into the atmosphere have the ability to act as a greenhouse gas. Their effect in the atmosphere or potency as a greenhouse gas is determined by the amount of infrared (IR) radiation they absorb and how long they reside in the atmosphere (their atmospheric lifetime). These factors are combined in a calculation and expressed in a single parameter known as the Global Warming Potential (GWP). This very short lifetime leads to a very low Global Warming Potential (GWP). The GWP essentially determines how many kilograms of CO2—the world’s most common greenhouse gas—would be equivalent to the release of one kilogram of this compound. The GWP for Novec 1230 fluid is 1, which means that it is essentially the same as releasing the same amount of CO2. That is virtually unprecedented for a fluorochemical.
- #17 When released to the atmosphere, Novec 1230 fluid absorbs infrared (IR) energy similar to other fluorinated compounds. What sets Novec 1230 fluid apart from these other fluorochemicals is its very short atmospheric lifetime. Most fluorochemicals reside in the atmosphere for years – often on the order of decades or centuries. In contrast, Novec 1230 fluid degrades very rapidly in the lower atmosphere by reaction with sunlight (a process known as photolysis). This leads to a very short atmospheric lifetime for Novec 1230 fluid of just 5 days.
- #18 Of course, the most significant environmental breakthrough for the unique Novec 1230 fluid is its significant reduction in Global Warming Potential. As I mentioned before, Novec 1230 fluid has a GWP of 1, equivalent to naturally-occurring carbon dioxide. In simplified form, this slide represents how fire protection technology has progressed over the past few years in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Materials such as PFCs offered zero ozone potential, but the tradeoff was an even higher global warming potential than halon 1301. The first generation halon replacement HFC-227ea succeeded in making a considerable reduction in GWP, but is still relatively high at 3500. The exciting news is that today, with Novec 1230 fluid, we have achieved a 99.97 percent reduction in global warming potential over what was possible with first-generation halon replacement technology.
- #19 When you compare Novec 1230 fluid to other available or previous clean agents, you’ll see there is a marked difference in their environmental properties. This slide shows the critical environmental properties for this industry. First and foremost, a fire protection agent needs to be non-ozone depleting to be considered a viable halon replacement. Even the first generation of halon replacements met this criterion, but they didn’t address the second concern: that they also be a minimum contributor to global warming. Looking at the global warming values of the HFCs compared to halons, they’re just as high or even higher—and persist in the atmosphere for many decades. Novec 1230 fluid, on the other hand, has a GWP of 1, and persists only for a few days—a substantial—and significant difference. The challenge to the industry has been to find a product that can address both of these key environmental concerns. Novec 1230 fluid is one of the first materials to do that: to be an effective fire extinguishing agent that makes virtually no contribution to global warming. The U.S. EPA’s SNAP (Significant New Alternatives Program) has already approved Novec 1230 fluid in flooding applications
- #20 Novec 1230 fluid has been shown to be compatible with typical materials of construction used in fire suppression systems. The material is stable and essentially inert, meaning it does not react with system components. It’s also non-corrosive in its neat form. Long-term testing has demonstrated excellent compatibility with various elastomers used in o-rings, gaskets and other types of seals. However, we recommend that the product not be used with fluoroelastomers, because they are like materials with an affinity for each other and, therefore, incompatible. In addition, as you can see here, Novec 1230 is non-hazardous, contains no residues, and is safely pressurized with nitrogen.
- #21 Now, let’s take a look at the various components that work together to form a SAPPHIRE Suppression System. There is a large selection of cylinder sizes to work with ranging from 20 pounds to 850 pounds. Ansul also provides superior control panels, actuators, and nozzles.
- #22 When you compare the number of cylinders typically required for a Class A system, a SAPPHIRE Suppression System is very comparable with the halocarbons that are in the marketplace today in terms of storage space. Compared to halon 1301, the ratio is about 2 to 1—maybe a little bit more, maybe a little bit less, depending upon the application, and depending upon the fuel. So, it’s very effective and commercially-viable from that standpoint. With Class B hazards, the ratio is about the same. Please note that Ansul offers both pre-engineered and engineered versions of the SAPPHIRE system. Among the key features of the SAPPHIRE Suppression System are its capabilities to be used as a total flooding agent on Class A, B, and C fires. As noted earlier, it has both UL and ULC listings and is now included on the EPA SNAP list for occupied spaces.
- #23 At this time, let’s move from our general discussions about the system and the Novec 1230 fluid and evaluate the specific components used with this system. This slide highlights the typical cylinders and the actuation and delivery system included with the SAPPHIRE system.
- #24 Agent storage tanks are available in 20, 50, 90, 140, 280, 390, 450, and 850 pound sizes. The amount of Novec 1230 fluid can vary within each cylinder size depending upon the job requirements.
- #25 This slide identifies the tank valve operation and ports. Note the location of the pressure gauge.
- #26 The SAPPHIRE Suppression System can employ 1”, 2” and a 3” flexible discharge hoses, or can be hard piped using the appropriate adaptors.
- #27 Electric actuation can be provided either by Ansul’s new AUTOPULSE Z-10 panel or the AUTOPULSE 442 panel. A wide range of compatible detectors are also available.
- #28 If needed, pneumatic operation can be offered using the reliable ANSUL AUTOMAN II-C Release.
- #29 Another option would be the removable electric actuator used with an AUTOPULSE panel. There would be an 11 tank maximum if this system was installed.
- #30 The basic pneumatic actuation would require one actuator for each cylinder.
- #31 Ansul offers both blank and drilled nozzles in the following sizes: .5”, .75”, 1”, 1.25”, 1.5”, and 2”. Nozzles are custom drilled for the application.
- #32 In this section, you will note the temperature and nozzle ranges for the SAPPHIRE Suppression System. The storage temperature ranges from 0-130°F.
- #33 Ansul has provided the following recommendations for pipe size, schedule, and fittings.
- #34 There’s a distinct advantage in handling a liquid agent—one that isn’t pressurized and doesn’t have a fairly high vapor pressure at room temperature. Novec 1230 fluid has a boiling point of 49 degrees Celsius. It can be shipped safely and effectively, without any restrictions, even by air at a moment’s notice in bulk quantities.
- #35 The SAPPHIRE Suppression System has been most popular in areas where it is not acceptable, even for a fire, to disrupt a company’s business. SAPPHIRE systems contain a “clean” agent that will extinguish a fire without damaging the contents of the hazard area. These occupied areas can continue to be functional despite the fire experience. Often, the sophisticated detection equipment used with the SAPPHIRE system will identify a possible fire situation even before flames are visible.
- #36 Now let’s quickly review possible applications for the SAPPHIRE system, beginning with data processing locations. Computer rooms and data vaults are ideal for SAPPHIRE systems since they require a clean, non-destructive fire protection system that will extinguish fires and minimize down time. SAPPHIRE systems fit the bill completely.
- #37 Another application area to consider would be telecommunications, including switch rooms and under-floor areas. Sensitive electronic equipment would be devastated by water damage and a shut-down resulting from a fire incident could hinder thousands of consumers and businesses. A SAPPHIRE system would sense, detect, and extinguish a fire in one of these critical areas without damaging collateral equipment.
- #38 Power plants also fall into the category of critical needs for fire protection. Another favorable aspect of a SAPPHIRE system is that there is no messy clean-up required after the discharge of a system.
- #39 In other industrial applications, the SAPPHIRE system would also be suitable because of its total flooding capabilities. Upon discharge, the agent will quickly move over, under, and into crowded spaces, leaving no chance for a fire to spread.
- #40 The SAPPHIRE system has quickly been accepted by the medical community as a concept that will allow important work to continue in the event of a fire. Cylinders can be placed strategically away from the protected area to ensure that valuable space is used as intended by the medical facility.
- #41 As the SAPPHIRE system continues to grow in popularity as a sound, safe fire protection option; banks, air traffic control centers, offices, and storage facilities will all benefit from the comfort of knowing this reliable system is on call 24 hours per day, seven days per week…protecting the area without disrupting any operational activity.
- #42 While we have touched on just a few of the many possible uses of the SAPPHIRE Suppression System, we anticipate that it will be widely used to protect invaluable cultural treasures as well as various types of boats in the marine industry. Again, a key element of the SAPPHIRE system is its ability to protect a room while not harming its contents. Think of a historical art gallery with ageless paintings hanging on the wall. The SAPPHIRE system would detect and extinguish any fire in that room without damaging the valuable artwork on the wall!
- #43 To recap, the SAPPHIRE Suppression System powered by the 3M Novec 1230 Fire Protection Fluid has been shown to address the key considerations for special hazard fire protection. On the environmental side, it has zero ozone depletion potential, with a global warming potential and atmospheric lifetime on the order of naturally-occurring compounds. It is safe for people…and that’s very, very important for use in occupied spaces. As always, Ansul will stand behind this exciting new product with complete technical support and assistance. On behalf of Ansul and 3M, I would like to thank you for your interest in the SAPPHIRE Suppression System.