Water-Based Fire Protection Solutions

The World's Most Proven Line of Defense — Engineered for Today’s Hazards

Why Water Still Matters

Despite the rise of modern suppression technologies, water remains the most universally trusted and effective firefighting medium — unmatched in cooling capacity, availability, and simplicity. At SHAMS, we design and implement water-based systems not just to extinguish fires, but to protect assets, preserve lives, and align with building codes and insurance standards.

Our Water-Based Solutions Include

Wet Pipe Sprinkler Systems
Filled with pressurized water that discharges immediately when heat-activated.
Best for: Commercial buildings, residential towers, warehouses
✅ Simple, low maintenance, automatic response
Dry Pipe Sprinkler Systems
Pipes filled with air; water enters only after the valve trips on activation.
Best for: Car parks, unheated warehouses, exposed piping
⚠ Slight delay in water delivery, prevents pipe freezing
Deluge Systems
Open nozzles; detection opens valve to discharge through all outlets simultaneously.
Best for: High-hazard areas — fuel storage, transformers, conveyors
💡 Requires integration with detection systems
Pre-Action Systems
Hybrid of dry and deluge; requires both detection and head activation before flooding.
Best for: Data centers, museums, archives
✅ Prevents accidental discharge, confirmation before flooding
Water Mist Systems
Fine droplets cool and partially displace oxygen with minimal water volume.
Best for: Generator rooms, marine, heritage buildings
✅ Lower water usage, reduced collateral damage
Integrated Foam Systems (Water + Foam)
For flammable liquid hazards where water alone isn’t enough.
Applications: Hangars, chemical warehouses, oil & gas facilities
🧪 Includes foam mixers, bladder tanks, inline inductors

System Comparison — Water-Based Suppression

A side-by-side view to help select the right system for your hazard, climate, and sensitivity to water damage.

System	How It Works	Best For	Key Advantages	Considerations
Wet Pipe	Pipes filled with water; head opens via heat link and discharges instantly.	Commercial & residential; conditioned warehouses	Simple, reliable, low maintenance	Not suitable for freezing areas
Dry Pipe	Pipes charged with air; water enters after valve trips on activation.	Car parks, unheated warehouses, exposed piping	Prevents pipe freezing; reliable in cold climates	Slight water-delivery delay; tighter air integrity needed
Pre-Action	Requires detection + head operation before water floods the pipes.	Data centers, museums, archives	Reduces accidental discharge; verification before flooding	More complex; depends on reliable detection
Deluge	Open nozzles; detection opens valve to discharge through all outlets.	High-hazard areas: fuel storage, transformers, conveyors	Rapid area coverage; suited to fast-spreading hazards	Requires robust detection & drainage; higher water demand
Water Mist	Fine droplets cool & partially displace oxygen with minimal water volume.	Generators, marine, heritage sites, machinery spaces	Lower water damage; efficient on specific fire classes	Vendor-specific rules; nozzle cleanliness critical
Foam-Water	Water + foam concentrate; forms a blanket on flammable liquids.	Hangars, chemical stores, oil & gas, loading racks	Controls vapor & re-ignition; Class B fires	Foam type/compatibility & environmental compliance to verify

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Fire Pumps & Water Supply Engineering

Fire pumps (diesel / electric / jockey) sized to demand
NFPA & Egyptian Code compliance
Storage tanks, controllers, test headers, flow meters
Hydraulic design for reliability and redundancy

Our Design Approach

Hazard classification and occupancy mapping
Hydraulic calculations and zoning
Equipment selection based on NFPA, EN, Egyptian Code
Integration with alarms, BMS, access control
Full documentation and authority submission

Don’t Just Flood It — Engineer It Right

Water is not a generic solution — it’s a precisely engineered system. Whether protecting a basement, a substation, a factory, or a heritage hall, our water-based protection is adapted to your unique risks and layout.

Need help choosing the right water-based system?

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