The high-pressure FOGTEC water mist system, for which mcr is the official distributor, effectively eliminates fire hazards using micro-droplets of pure water (drinking or demineralized).
Key Features
Fire Suppression with Water Mist – less water, greater efficiency
The Water Mist System is one of the most advanced fire protection solutions on the market, based on fixed water extinguishing systems – in particular high-pressure water mist installations as well as conventional sprinkler and deluge systems.
In cooperation with the renowned German manufacturer FOGTEC, mcr introduces proven fire suppression solutions to the market.
High-Pressure Water Mist System – Design and Operation
The combination of a specially designed nozzle and high pressure generates a water mist with a reaction surface over 200 times larger compared to a conventional sprinkler.
The mist produced by the high-pressure system is a suspension of water droplets ranging from 50–120 μm. This fine atomization gives the extinguishing medium unique properties that make it more effective than water delivered through standard sprinkler heads.
Water mist suppresses fire while using 7 to 9 times less water than traditional sprinkler systems. This significantly reduces the risk of flooding damage and, in turn, the risk of property losses and costly production downtime.
The Extinguishing Mechanism of High-Pressure Water Mist:
Additionally, the mist spreads through air convection, reaching shielded areas such as under machinery.
Each project is designed according to strict FOGTEC guidelines (DESIGN MANUAL) and full-scale fire tests. Only the combination of these ensures a system properly tailored and effective for its application.
Based on the design manual, the designer selects nozzle type, parameters, layout, as well as pump size and water storage tank capacity.
FOGTEC installations are designed according to globally recognized standards: NFPA 13 (hazard classes LH, OH1) and VdS 3188 (OH1 to OH3), as well as manufacturer-specific guidelines based on full-scale fire tests (e.g., tunnels, cable rooms, battery rooms, flammable liquids).
In many cases, the FOGTEC system, after expert evaluation, may serve as an equivalent solution that allows for relaxation or exemption from certain fire safety code requirements (e.g., fire resistance ratings). This is possible thanks to its greater extinguishing efficiency compared to conventional large-droplet systems.
This tailored approach ensures both high system flexibility and efficient use of materials.
A distinctive feature of every water mist system are the modern, precisely engineered nozzles, which can be installed not only on ceilings or walls but also in raised floors.
Water distribution piping is made of stainless steel AISI 316L (EN 1.4404), with diameters from 10 to 60 mm. Thanks to high hydraulic flexibility, pressure losses are minimized even over long distances, enabling complex systems to run from a single pump unit. The precision and cleanliness of the installation ensure long service life.
The use of small pipe diameters (DN12–60) reduces building loads and simplifies installation in shafts and suspended ceilings. If the facility is expanded, the system can be economically and quickly extended.
Thanks to the advanced FOGTEC high-pressure water mist system and the extensive expertise of FOGTEC Brandshutz GmbH – one of the global leaders in fire safety – we can protect a wide variety of facilities. Through individual engineering, we tailor each system to specific needs, moving beyond standard templates to deliver customized solutions.
Water mist systems are applied in many industries and building types, including:
production lines (full or partial), paint shops, machine rooms (pump rooms, generator rooms, boiler rooms)
conventional and gas power plants, hydroelectric plants, wind farms
museums, archives, and historic buildings. Water mist extinguishes fire while protecting valuable assets from damage
enclosed spaces such as underground car parks, energy storage rooms, and battery facilities
All systems and components undergo fire testing under approval procedures, research projects, or user-specific trials. mcr water mist systems are tested and certified by recognized institutions such as VdS, FM, and TÜV, while production follows ISO 9001-2000 standards.
The mcr high-pressure water mist system, based on FOGTEC solutions, holds a National Technical Assessment and a National Certificate of Constancy of Performance from CNBOP. System design is based on laboratory fire tests.
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