Euralarm has published a new guideline on the impact of high airflow rates and hot/cold aisle containment on the operation of gaseous fire suppression systems in data centers. The guideline is intended for fire protection system designers, IT managers, and data center operators.
Modern data centers use advanced cooling methods and constant airflow, which presents unique challenges for fire safety. Recent research has examined the extent to which these airflows affect the effectiveness of gaseous fire suppression systems, both positively and negatively.
Euralarm’s new guideline summarizes the research findings, highlights key sections of the full report, and discusses practical applications for the design and management of fire suppression systems.
It is crucial for companies to protect IT equipment from fire without compromising system continuity. Gaseous fire suppression systems using clean agents are widely used to secure critical infrastructure and ensure maximum availability.
Due to the growth in data volumes and the increasing demand for computing power, heat generation in data centers is on the rise. This calls for more effective cooling methods and places new demands on fire safety. In many data centers, airflow remains active even during a fire. This makes it necessary to design fire suppression systems in such a way that they continue to function optimally despite these conditions.
The new guideline on the impact of high airflow and hot/cold aisle containment on gaseous fire suppression systems is available in English, Spanish, and French on the Euralarm website. A German version will follow shortly.
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