Active Fire Protection
Active fire protection plays a crucial role in enabling immediate intervention in the event of a fire.
The requirements and testing procedures for extinguishing agents and fire extinguishing equipment are predominantly specified in international standards (EN, IMO, ICAO, UL, ISO). In some cases, national standards (DIN, NF, BS) and specific insurance guidelines (FM, UL, VdS) also apply.
In accordance with application and operational regulations, proof of conformity is required for the respective fire protection products.
As an accredited testing laboratory for extinguishing agents and fire extinguishing equipment, we carry out the required type tests and manufacturing inspections and support our customers through to the corresponding product certification.
We test for you reliably, safely, and with official accreditation:
Participation in Standardization Committees & Panels
The development of standards and guidelines for active fire protection requires expertise and continuous adaptation to technological advancements. Our specialists actively participate in various standardization committees to ensure that the latest findings are effectively translated into practice.
• DIN Standards Committee for Firefighting (FNFW)
• NA 031-01 FBR Manually Operated Firefighting Equipment
• NA 031-03-01 AA Fire Extinguishing Agents
• NA 031-03 FBR Fixed Firefighting Systems
• CEN, European Committee for Standardization
• TC 70 Portable Fire Extinguishers
• TC 70 / WG1 Laboratories
• TC 70 / WG5 Standardization
• ISO TC 21 SC 2 Fire Classes
• Exchange of Experience 6 “Pressure Equipment” (EC 6)
• Working Group AK 3-6 within EC 6 “Pressure Equipment”
• German Commission for Electrical, Electronic & Information Technologies of DIN and VDE (DKE), Expert Group K 213 “Firefighting in Electrical Installations”
Measures for Detection & Extinguishing
- Fire detection systems that respond quickly to fire and smoke.
- Sprinkler systems that are automatically activated to extinguish fires or slow their spread.
- Portable fire extinguishers and wall hydrants available for initial fire response.
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