Turnkey Water-Based Fire Suppression:
Design, Equipment, and Operation

Modern automated water-based fire suppression systems are a comprehensive set of engineering solutions aimed at localizing and extinguishing fire outbreaks through water distribution networks, pump stations, and sprinkler devices.
Their design and implementation must comply with international standards such as NFPA and FM Global, as well as the regulatory requirements of the Republic of Kazakhstan.

What’s included in the service

Design of pipeline networks

Selection and installation of pump stations

Installation of sprinkler systems

Reservoirs and autonomous water supply

Certification and technical support

Water supply pipeline systems

Water supply pipeline systems are a critical element of fire suppression systems and are designed based on hydraulic calculations:

• Pipeline materials – steel with protective coatings, stainless steel, copper, or PVC certified for fire protection systems.
• Hydraulic calculations – determination of water flow rate, velocity, pressure losses along the pipe length, and local resistances.
• Pipe diameter calculation – compliance with NFPA 13 requirements and hydraulic resistance standards depending on water flow.
• Connection methods – welded, flanged, threaded, or mechanical coupling connections depending on system configuration.

Pump units provide the required pressure and water flow parameters for the reliable operation of the system:

• Pump type selection – centrifugal, piston, or turbine pumps with various operating modes.
• Performance calculation – compliance with NFPA 20 requirements, including parameters for primary and backup pumps.
• Control and automation – intelligent controllers that protect against overheating, water hammer, and unstable pressure conditions.
• Testing and maintenance – regular inspections and dynamic testing under design operating conditions.

Sprinkler systems are a key component of fire suppression in buildings and industrial facilities:

• Types of sprinkler heads – fast-response, standard, dry, deluge, tailored to specific operating conditions.
• Activation temperature threshold calculation – selection of heat-sensitive elements based on expected thermal loads.
• Optimized placement – even distribution of sprinklers according to the fire hazard classification of rooms.
• Hydraulic system balance – regulation of water pressure and flow between different protection zones.

Having backup tanks ensures the fire suppression system’s independence from external water sources:

• Types of reservoirs – metal, concrete, with anti-corrosion coatings and automated filling systems.
• Water level regulation – liquid level sensors integrated into the dispatch control system.
• Required volume calculation – based on NFPA 22 standards, pump station parameters, and system water consumption.
• Connection to pump equipment – ensuring optimal water intake and maintaining stable system pressure.

Pump Stations and Water Supply Systems

Sprinklers and Sprinkler Systems

Reservoirs and Autonomous Water Supply

National requirements of the Republic of Kazakhstan

In Kazakhstan, fire safety is regulated by technical standards and legislative acts, including:

• RK 2.02-11-2021 – design standards for automatic fire suppression systems in buildings and structures.
• Inspection procedures – mandatory testing and annual checks of fire protection system operability.
• Licensing and certification – confirmation of equipment compliance with established safety regulations.

Designing water-based fire suppression systems requires precise calculation of flow parameters, selection of reliable equipment, and strict compliance with international and national standards.
The integration of pump stations, pipelines, sprinklers, and reservoirs ensures high fire protection efficiency and long-term system reliability.

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