QUELL Systems
Preaction & Dry Alternatives for Eliminating
In-Rack Sprinklers
QUELL Systems
QUELL Systems The QUELL System is the total cold storage fire
protection solution for warehouses and distribution
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eiling-only protection centers. It delivers advantages in the areas at the
up to 55ft (16,8m) top of facilities managers’ wish lists: higher
using the Ultra K34 performance and greater flexibility combined
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M Approved with with lower costs. The result is better bottom-line
the Ultra K34 performance for your unheated or cold storage
facility. Now you can be ready to stock more
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igh system commodity classifications, achieve higher roof
predictability and storage heights, gain more flexible stocking
configurations and reduce installation and
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roper sprinkler maintenance costs.
activation sequencing
Improves your business
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upported by 15 full The Tyco QUELL System ceiling-only approach
scale fire tests to cold storage protection can provide you the
flexibility that you need to maximize your storage
volume without the need to redesign your fire
protection. All while lowering your operating costs as compared to in-rack sprinklers
on dry or pre-action systems and anti-freeze-based alternatives. In addition you will
not miss:
• Ice plugs that can compromise system performance
• Leaking anti-freeze damaging product and providing a safety hazard
• Accidental activation and discharge of in-rack sprinklers
QUELL Systems
Preaction & Dry Alternatives for Eliminating In-Rack Sprinklers
Helping you keep safe Proven Protection
The Tyco QUELL System uses a highly predictable technology The QUELL System is based on extensive data that was
that offers a unique surround and drown approach which gathered and evaluated from 15 full scale fire tests over
provides dependable fire protection. Key details such as fire a range of commodity types, storage arrangements, ceiling
pump start-up on detection combined with a unique Tyco and storage heights.
electronic accelerator means that you get the right pressure Today this methodology has been used in over 200
at the right time. installations world-wide, demonstrating the benefits of
The surround and drown approach around the fire area is a this approach.
result of specifying maximum AND minimum water delivery QUELL Technology
times. This means that the right sprinklers can be open
The QUELL Technology provides you with smart fire
regardless of where the fire starts.
protection products that improves your business everyday
while the predictable, surround and drown approach can
help keep you safe when you need it. All delivered by an
authorized, licensed partner.
TECHNICAL DATA
Class I through Class III ≤ 50ft (15,2m) of storage ≤ 55ft (16,8m) building height.
FM Approved, using the Ultra K-34 sprinkler
Commodities
Class IV and Cartoned Group A Plastics ≤ 30ft (9.0m) of storage ≤ 35ft (10.5m) building height, using
the Ultra K-17 sprinkler
Single, double or multiple-row racks. Note: No open top containers or solid shelves
Storage Arrangements
Palletized; Solid piled
TYCO DV-5 Deluge Valve; TYCO Model DV-5 Double Interlock Electric/Electric Pre-action Trim;
TYCO Model CV-1FR Riser Check Valve; TYCO Model QRS Electronic Accelerator; Potter Electric
System riser and releasing panel Series PFC-4410-RC Releasing Panel
Model DV-5 Pre-action Red-E Cabinet
Validation of water delivery times SprinkFDT Q™ fluid delivery time validation of minimum water and maximum delivery time
Always refer to the Technical Data Sheet TFP334 and our general Technical Services
T&C of sale for complete description of all criteria, design Tel: 800.381.9312
parameters, installation instructions, care and maintenance Fax: 800.791.5500
guidelines, and other terms such as our limited warranty.
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