ANSUL - Automatic Fire Extinguishing Systems

ANSUL is a premium brand of Tyco Fire Protection Products, offering a full line of special hazard, fire suppression/detection systems, extinguishing agents, and portable fire extinguishers.

In response to the mining industry's need for vehicle fire protection, the first ANSUL vehicle fire suppression systems were developed and introduced in the 1960s. As mobile equipment evolved in size and complexity, we have met the challenge by developing and expanding our fire suppression equipment to meet those needs. ANSUL vehicle fire suppression products are developed at the ANSUL Fire Technology Center, one of the most extensive fire research and testing facilities in the world.

Automatic fire extinguishing system

The ANSUL automatic fire extinguishing system (AFES) provides fast, reliable protection against slow-growing or rapidly-spreading explosive events. Engineered for minimal weight and ease of integration, the ANSUL AFES features unique high-speed infrared optical detection, central alarm / control, extinguishing agent storage cylinders, and various installation accessories and options to enable custom application to virtually any military or commercial vehicle. Within milliseconds, fire is detected and suppressed with a field-proven extinguishing agent, activated either automatically or manually depending on severity and circumstance.

Quad-IR optical sensors

The ANSUL Quad-IR optical sensor technology is unique, providing millisecond response with an unmatched ability to differentiate between open flames and hydrocarbon signatures from various non-threatening sources. The Quad-IR optical sensors help eliminate false alarms and prevent accidental engagement, as well as preserving protection for when it's actually needed. Optional thermal detection wire is available for areas such as engine compartments, and can be used in combination with optical detectors.

Electronic control module for the automatic fire extinguishing system

The ANSUL electronic control module (ECM) is the central controller for the AFES.  The rugged ECM is designed to perform reliably under the most extreme environmental and physical conditions. The ANSUL ECM allows for protection of up to eight zones (four extinguishers per zone) for full vehicle coverage. Some key features include continual power-fault monitoring, self-diagnostic routine (SDR), extinguisher pressure monitoring and CAN-bus capability.

Fast-response automatic fire extinguishing system

The fire extinguisher agent is contained in stored pressure vessels with high-speed valves for fast opening upon receiving a detection signal from the ECM. The cylinders are offered in three agent capacities allowing for economy of space. Further flexibility is built in to the agent discharge outlets offering 180° rotation and nozzles capable of total flooding or local application discharge options.

Stored pressure fire extinguishers

As fires on vehicles and equipment can sometimes be unpredictable, Tyco recommends the installation of SENTRY stored pressure fire extinguishers as back-up to any fire suppression system. The extinguishers are available with selection agent options to meet specific application requirements.