ICAF System Description & Design
The ICAF SYSTEM is a deluge-type system that uses a balanced piping network and can be activated by electric, pneumatic or manual release. The system can be configured with multiple mixing chambers and can have multiple zones. Each system is designed and installed as per the current NFPA 11 standard. FIREFLEX® provides design assistance with respect to piping and nozzle layout, including hydro-pneumatic calculations, and offers system start-up service including onsite discharge testing and commissioning.
The system water supply can be provided by a water pressure vessel or can be connected to a city fire main or fire pump system. The air supply is provided by high-pressure air cylinders that are factory assembled onto cylinder banks and include a high-pressure manifold and pressure regulator(s).
The foam concentrate is stored in a stainless steel pressure vessel. The foam concentrate tank and water supply tank, if applicable, are pressurized with compressed air upon system actuation.