IG55, commonly known as Argonite, is a clean, inert, and environmentally friendly fire suppression gas. It consists of a natural mixture of 50% Argon and 50% Nitrogen (N₂). It is non-toxic, non-corrosive, odorless, and leaves no residue after discharge.

From an environmental perspective, IG55 contains no harmful components. It does not deplete the ozone layer, has zero global warming potential (GWP: 0), and creates no chemical by-products in protected environments. This minimizes the risk of secondary damage after a fire event.

With a density close to air, IG55 remains suspended in the protected space for an extended period when discharged, allowing the fire-suppressing effect to last longer.

Recognized and approved by various regulatory authorities worldwide, IG55 is safe for use in occupied spaces. It is a powerful and environmentally conscious alternative to HFC-based chemical systems.

Key Features

• Rapid response and effective fire suppression

• Zero environmental impact (ODP: 0, GWP: 0)

• Low life-cycle cost

• Non-conductive

• No toxic by-products or residues

• No risk of secondary damage

• No cleanup required after system activation

Applications

IG55 gaseous fire suppression systems are ideal for protecting sensitive equipment and environments requiring uninterrupted operation, including:

• Data centers

• Telecommunication infrastructure facilities

• Archives and document storage rooms

• Laboratories / Clean rooms

• Petrochemical facilities

• Offshore platforms

• Gas turbines and power generation plants

At Extintech, we provide design, installation, commissioning, maintenance, and refilling services for IG55 (Argonite) suppression systems with turnkey solutions.

For a free site survey or quotation, please contact our Gaseous Fire Suppression Systems Unit.

Nitrogen (N₂)-based IG100 gaseous fire suppression systems utilize naturally occurring, environmentally safe nitrogen gas to provide fast and reliable fire suppression. Fully eco-friendly and non-toxic, this system offers high design flexibility to be customized for fire risks in a variety of areas.

IG100 is one of the safest inert gas systems for both human health and the environment. Unlike chemical agents, it produces no corrosive by-products or residual gases. No cleanup is required after discharge, and sensitive equipment remains unharmed.

IG100 System Features

• Fast and effective fire suppression response

• Zero environmental impact (Ozone Depletion Potential: 0 / Global Warming Potential: 0)

• Low maintenance and operational cost

• Non-conductive

• No toxic by-products or residues

• No risk of secondary damage

• Quick recommissioning after gas refill

Applications

IG100 is widely preferred in areas where fire risk is high, equipment is sensitive, and business continuity is critical:

• Data centers

• Telecommunication facilities

• Archives and document storage areas

• Laboratories / Clean rooms

• Petrochemical industry

• Offshore platforms

• Gas turbines and power plants

At Extintech, we undertake the complete scope of design, system planning, implementation, commissioning, and periodic maintenance of IG100 (Nitrogen) gaseous suppression systems with our expert engineering team.

For a free site survey or quotation request, please contact the Extintech Gaseous Fire Suppression Systems Unit.

Argon (Ar)-based IG01 gaseous fire suppression systems use a completely natural and environmentally friendly gas to deliver fast and reliable fire suppression. It does not harm the ozone layer, has no global warming potential, and is non-toxic. For these reasons, it can be safely used in occupied areas.

Thanks to its high design flexibility, the Argon system can be tailored to suit the application area and specific fire risks. It is especially preferred in environments with sensitive equipment requiring high-level protection due to its effectiveness and harmless nature.

Key Features

• Fast and effective fire suppression

• Environmentally friendly (ODP and GWP: zero)

• Low life-cycle cost

• Non-conductive

• No decomposition by-products

• No damage to equipment after discharge

• Easy maintenance and high system reliability

Applications

The IG01 (Argon) system can be safely used in the following critical and sensitive environments:

• Data centers

• Telecommunication infrastructure facilities

• Archives and document storage rooms

• Laboratories and clean rooms

• Petrochemical plants

• Offshore platforms

• Gas turbines

• Power generation facilities

At Extintech, we provide comprehensive design, installation, commissioning, maintenance, and refill services for IG01 (Argon) gaseous suppression systems. Our systems are implemented to the highest standards in terms of environmental safety and operational sustainability.

To request a quote or schedule a free site survey, please contact the Extintech Gaseous Fire Suppression Systems Unit.

Carbon Dioxide (CO₂) is one of the first “clean” gases capable of extinguishing fires without leaving any residue. It does not leave deposits in the protected area, causes no damage to sensitive equipment, and requires no post-discharge cleanup. This feature allows businesses to quickly resume normal operations.

Extintech offers both high-pressure and low-pressure CO₂ systems based on operational requirements.

Carbon dioxide is a naturally occurring, non-corrosive, non-flammable gas that is chemically inert with most materials. It is typically stored in high-pressure cylinders or low-pressure tank systems. When discharged, it creates a fog-like vapor effect as ambient humidity crystallizes.

When released, CO₂ reduces the oxygen concentration in the protected area, effectively halting combustion. The fire is completely extinguished; however, due to the lowered oxygen levels, the area must be evacuated before system discharge and ventilated thoroughly before reentry is allowed.

CO₂ System Features

• Rapid and effective fire suppression

• Non-conductive

• No harmful impact on the environment (ODP / GWP = 0)

• No toxic or corrosive by-products

• Low operational cost

• Safe for sensitive equipment

• Clean system advantage – no cleanup required

Applications

CO₂ systems are particularly preferred in industrial production and energy infrastructure environments:

• Petrochemical plants

• Offshore platforms

• Gas turbines

• Power generation stations

• Printing and press machinery

Extintech provides comprehensive services for CO₂ suppression systems, including design, installation, testing, periodic maintenance, and refilling, through its team of expert engineers.

To request a free site survey or quotation, please contact our Gaseous Fire Suppression Systems Unit.

FM200®, chemically known as Heptafluoropropane (HFC-227ea), is manufactured by DuPont and other certified producers. FM200® is a colorless, odorless gas stored as a liquefied gas under pressure and is supported by super-pressurized nitrogen. It provides rapid fire suppression through a combination of chemical and physical mechanisms.

FM200® contains no bromine or chlorine, and therefore has zero Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP). Its atmospheric lifetime is between 31 and 42 years, resulting in a relatively lower environmental impact compared to similar systems.

With lower toxicity levels than Halon 1301, FM200® is safe for occupied spaces when used in fully automatic systems. It operates effectively at a design concentration of approximately 7.9%, which is below the NOAEL threshold of 9% for cardiac sensitivity.

Key Features of FM200® Systems

• Fast response time for effective fire suppression

• Non-conductive – compatible with electronic systems

• Minimal cylinder volume – compact space-saving design

• Does not harm the ozone layer (ODP: 0)

• Quick recommissioning after discharge

• Protects without interrupting business continuity

Applications

FM200® systems are widely used in environments with sensitive equipment, where rapid intervention and clean extinguishing are essential:

• Data centers

• Telecommunication facilities

• Archive and documentation rooms

• Laboratories / Clean Rooms

• Petrochemical facilities

• Offshore platforms

• Gas turbines and power generation facilities

Extintech provides complete design, installation, commissioning, periodic maintenance, and refilling services for FM200® gaseous suppression systems through its expert engineering team.

For a free site survey or quotation request, please contact our Gaseous Fire Suppression Systems Unit.

Novec™ 1230, developed by 3M, is a next-generation clean fire suppression agent based on fluorinated ketone chemistry. It remains in liquid form at room temperature and has a boiling point of 49°C. Like Halon 1301 and FM200 systems, it is stored super-pressurized with nitrogen at 25 bar.

The suppression effect of Novec 1230 is achieved through a combination of heat absorption (cooling) and chemical action on the flame front. The system offers high efficiency, a very short response time, and causes no damage to sensitive equipment.

Environmental and Health Advantages

• Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP): 0

• Global Warming Potential (GWP): 1

• Atmospheric lifetime of only 3–5 days

• No measurable impact on climate change

• Low toxicity level, safe for use in occupied areas

• Very low design concentration, offering up to 100% safety margin

• Compact storage due to its liquid state

Applications

Novec™ 1230 is a suitable alternative to Halon 1301 for most protected risk areas. It is especially ideal for applications that require a high safety margin and long-term sustainability:

• Data Centers

• Telecom Facilities

• Archives and Document Storage

• Laboratories / Clean Rooms

• Petrochemical Plants

• Offshore Platforms

• Gas Turbines

• Power Generation Facilities

• Marine Applications

At Extintech, we manage the full lifecycle of Novec 1230 systems including design, engineering calculations, installation, commissioning, periodic maintenance, and refilling.

To request a free site survey or quotation, please contact our Gaseous Fire Suppression Systems Unit.

Condensed aerosol fire suppression systems are a particle-based (solid+gas) fire suppression technology. These systems use a mixture of ultra-fine solid particles and gases to extinguish fires.

Gas and solid particles are generated through an exothermic reaction within the device. Before discharge, the aerosol condenses and cools, releasing into the environment in a solid particulate form. These particles are typically smaller than 10 microns, making them much finer and more effective than dry chemical extinguishers (25–150 microns).

How It Works

Condensed aerosol systems extinguish fires through a chemical reaction with free radicals—the fourth element of the fire tetrahedron. The system commonly produces potassium carbonate (K₂CO₃). When these particles contact the flame:

• They interact with free radicals (OH•, H•, O•) generated by the fire,

• Absorb heat energy,

• Interrupt the chain reactions sustaining the flame.

Example reactions:

K• + OH• → KOH

KOH + H• → K• + H₂O

As a result, the system quickly suppresses the fire and produces harmless by-products like KOH and water.

Advantages

• Very fast response time

• Zero ozone depletion potential (ODP: 0)

• Zero global warming potential (GWP: 0)

• Minimal space requirement – compact system

• Cost-effective solution

• No permanent residue, minimal cleanup required

• Effective regardless of fire’s location

• Available with electro-mechanical or electric-only activation

Applications

• Archives and document storage rooms

• Lithium-ion battery containers

• Electrical panels

• Generator / CHP enclosures

• Petrochemical plants

• Offshore platforms

• Gas turbines and power generation facilities

• Industrial machines and production lines

Extintech provides design, installation, commissioning, and periodic maintenance services for condensed aerosol systems to the highest engineering standards.

For a free site survey or quotation request, please contact our Gaseous Fire Suppression Systems Unit.

Firetrace® is an automatic, self-actuating microtube fire suppression system that detects and extinguishes fire at its source. The core feature of this system is the special detection tubing, which is routed throughout the protected area to provide continuous coverage along its entire length.

When the temperature reaches 110°C (230°F) during a fire, the detection tube ruptures and releases the extinguishing agent directly at the ignition point. This ensures rapid and localized suppression in the very early stage of fire development.

Firetrace® systems can operate as stand-alone systems or be integrated with fire alarm systems or shutdown protocols for protected equipment.

System Options

Direct Firetrace® System

In this configuration, the detection tube both identifies the fire and acts as the discharge point for the extinguishing agent. The tube bursts at the hottest point and functions as a nozzle, discharging the agent directly at the flame.

Compatible agents:

• FM200

• Novec™ 1230

• Carbon Dioxide (CO₂)

Indirect Firetrace® System

In this setup, the detection tube only serves as a sensing device. The extinguishing agent is discharged via fixed piping and strategically placed nozzles. Once the tube ruptures, the agent is released through a separate distribution network.

System Features

• Cost-effective fire protection

• Minimal extinguishing agent required

• Fully pneumatic – no electrical power needed

• Easy installation and retrofit integration

• Low maintenance requirements

Applications

Firetrace® systems are ideal for stopping fire spread in compact spaces. They are commonly used in enclosed technical environments:

• Electrical Panels

• Data / Server Cabinets

• Exhaust Hoods

• Industrial Machinery

• CNC and EDM Machines

At Extintech, we offer design, installation, integration, and maintenance services for Firetrace® systems with our expert team.

For a free site survey or quotation, please contact our Micro Fire Suppression Systems Unit.