Freeze & Flood Protection
NFPA requires dry and pre-action fire sprinkler systems to have auxiliary drains, also known as low-point drains or drum drips, to collect the condensation that naturally forms. The drains need periodic emptying or collected water can freeze and break the drain, activate the system and cause water to spill into a facility. A broken drain can be an inconvenience or a catastrophe, so proper freeze protection is vital to keep systems operating correctly and buildings in good condition.
Stop the Flood with Flood Eliminator
AGF manufacturing’s COLLECTanDRAIN Model 5900FE Flood Eliminator is an economic and simple option for facilities to avoid catastrophic flood damage while solely relying on maintenance for freeze protection. Should a drain freeze and break, the Flood Eliminator will sense the sudden pressurized flow of water and restrict to eliminate the flooding that would have occurred. It does not interfere with normal auxiliary drain function and resets itself when the system is reset.
Water Detector Alarms Simplify Maintenance
Many auxiliary drains freeze and break because maintenance personnel either forget about them completely, miss one by accident, or don’t realize they need to be drained of even the smallest amount of accumulated condensation. What if the drum drip could tell staff when it needs draining? AGF’s Model 5100ALBV detects water in the collection assembly and triggers a visual and audio alert. That way, staff know exactly which drain they need to tend to. They can also wire it to a Fire Control Panel or BMS for remote notification.
Heated Cabinets for the Ultimate Protection
AGF also offers a COLLECTanDRAIN line of heated cabinets that are designed to protect even the most problematic auxiliary drains by encasing them in a temperature-controlled environment. The energy-efficient heater includes a thermostat, so it will only turn on when needed. The drain can safely accumulate condensation without freezing and notifies maintenance staff (locally and/or remotely) when it needs attention. Model 5400 is the original, while Model 5450 and 5500 provide self-maintaining and automatic draining functions.