INTRODUCTION TO

WET CHEMICAL FIRE

SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS
TO SUPPORT YOUR
INCIDENT RESPONSE PLAN
AND PROTECT YOUR
PEOPLE AND PROPERTY

Presented by:
Jonathan Sánchez
Field Application Engineer
Carrier Fire & Security Products Latin America
April 23rd, 2020
Carrier is a leading global provider of innovative HVAC, refrigeration, fire, security and
building automation technologies. Supported by the iconic Carrier name, the company’s
portfolio includes industry-leading brands such as Carrier, Kidde, Edwards, LenelS2 and
Automated Logic. Carrier’s businesses enable modern life, delivering efficiency, safety,
security, comfort, productivity and sustainability across a wide range of residential,
commercial and industrial applications.
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Carrier Fire & Security Products LATAM

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Our Solutions
Detection & Control Engineering Pre-Engineered
Systems Suppression Systems Systems
• Alarm & Suppression • Clean Agents • Wet Chemical
Control

• Inert Gas (IG) • Dry chemical

• Detection

• Carbon Dioxide CO2

• Ancillary Products

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Pre- Engineered Systems

Wet Chemical Systems Dry Chemical Systems

• Restaurants – Fast food to fine dining • Industrial & Vehicle Spray Booths
• Healthcare Operations • Paint Mix Rooms
• Hotels & Lodging • Modular Hazmat Storage
• Marine Galleys • Quench/Dip Tanks
• Educational & Institutional Facilities • Coating Operations

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Product Platform

KIDDE - WHDRTM Wet Chemical KIDDE - INDTM Dry Chemical

System System

BADGER - RANGE GUARDTM Wet BADGER - INDUSTRY GUARDTM

Chemical System Wet Chemical System
• 175 psi factory filled cylinders • 360 psi factory filled cylinders
• Kidde APC TM/ Badger KARBALOYTM • ABC & BC (Dry Chem Agent)
(Wet Chemical Agent) • Custom Dry Chem nozzles
• Custom APC nozzles
Common valve body, controls, detection & actuation components
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Presentation Agenda
1. Wet Chemicals Systems
– Description & Operation
– Industry Outlook
– Key Features & Components
– Applications
– Tools

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Wet Chemical Systems

DESCRIPTION &
OPERATION

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Wet Chemical Systems
• 24 hour automatic kitchen protection
• Pre-engineered design
– Integrated suppression & detection
– No custom fills or components – fast
delivery
• Protecting appliances, hoods and ductwork
• Cost effective, easy to install & easy to
maintain
.
• Regulatory compliant – UL 300, NFPA 96 &
17A
• Global network of factory-trained authorized
distributors
• Robust & reliable – protecting kitchens for
over 50 years!

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Aqueous Potassium Carbonate Wet Chemical
Superior Suppression Effect
• Saponification forms foam blanket suppresses
fire, prevents re-ignition
• Oxygen reduction aids suppression
• Agent application cools appliance
• Steam provides inert effects

• Fast flame knockdown

• Prevention of re-flash
• Minimize business interruption
• Non-toxic
• Easy clean-up & disposal

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Kidde/Badger Systems Operation

1. Cylinders with APC agent

2. Control system
3. Remote release
4. Link heat detectors
5. APC discharge nozzles
6. Gas shut off
7. Detection line
8. Suppression piping
9. Corner pulley

Wet Chemical System Operation.mov

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Why Protect Kitchens?
• 7,410 fires annually in the US (2010
– 2014)*
• 3 civilian deaths
• 110 civilian injuries
• $165M in property damage
• Deep fryers, ranges and
miscellaneous kitchen and cooking
equipment are the leading types of
equipment involved in ignition
• Deep fryers involved in 21% of fires
• Ranges/cooktops involved in 14% of
fires
Source: NFPA “Structure Fires in Eating and Drinking Establishments, Feb 2017

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Why Kidde/Badger wet chemical?
• Food industry • Improved appliance • Dry chemical failing • UL 300 standard
change from animal design & insulation to meet the introduced (1994)
fats to vegetable – Slower to cool, challenge • Longer pre-burn
oils harder to – Ineffective on and additional
– Higher prevent re-flash real world fires splash tests
temperature oils with new oils – APC wet
result in greater and appliances chemical proven
fire risk fast and
effective

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Key codes & standards
• UL 300
– Standard for Fire Testing of Fire Extinguishing Systems for Protection of Commercial Cooking
Equipment
• NFPA 17A
– Standard for Wet Chemical Extinguishing Systems
• NFPA 96
– Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations
• International Code Council (ICC) –
– International Mechanical Code
• Local, municipal and applicable national standards and codes
• Kidde WHDRTM Wet Chemical Fire Suppression System
– Design, Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual & Addenda DIOM, April 2009, Rev BD
• Badger Range GuardTM Wet Chemical Fire Suppression System
– Design, Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual & Addenda DIOM, April 2009, Rev BD

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Wet Chemical Systems

INDUSTRY OUTLOOK

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Global

Source: Food Service Sector Analysis: Part 1 A Global Perspective, EUROMONITOR

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North America

Source: National Restaurant Association

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Economic Impact

Source: National Restaurant Association

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Wet Chemical Systems

KEY FEATURES &

COMPONENTS

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Approvals & Listings
UL / ULC 300 Listed

NYC Certificate of Approval (COA)

NFPA 96, 17A, 70 & 72 compliant

International regional approvals

ABS Type Approved

DNV Type Approved

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Wet Chemical Agent Storage
• 4 capacities, 5 configurations
• Up to 18 flow points from a single cylinder
• Up to 48 flow point manifold
• Factory filled & pressurized to 175 psi
• Nickel plated brass valve w/pressure gauge
• DOT/TC compliant – 4BW250/4BWM17
• Stored pressure prevents cylinder
corrosion
• Protect large hazards with single cylinder
• Flexible install - wall, floor or end cabinet
• Pressure gauge provides at-a-glance
status

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Wet Chemical Capacities
Kidde Badger Flow
Capacity
Model & P/N Model & P/N Points

1.33 Gallon WHDR-125 RG-1.25G

4
(5.0 liter) 87-120001-001 60-120001-001

2.66 Gallon WHDR-260 RG-2.5G

8
(10.1 liter) 87-120002-001 60-120002-001

4 Gallon Short WHDR-400S RG-4GS

12
(15.1 liter) 87-120003-001 60-120003-001

4 Gallon Medium WHDR-400M RG-4GM

12
(15.1 liter) 87-120006-001 60-120006-001

6 Gallon WHDR-600 RG-6G

18
(22.7 liter) 87-120005-001 60-120005-001

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Cylinder brackets

Model

1.25 Gallon

2.5 Gallon • Wall Mount Bracket (1.25, 2.6, 4S, 4M)

4 Gallon Short • Shelf Bracket (Wall or Floor Mount)

4 Gallon Medium
– 4 Gallon Medium & 6 Gallon
Cylinders Only
6 Gallon or
4 Gallon Medium
6 Gallon or
Floor Mounting Kit
4 Gallon Medium

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Discharge adapter kit
Cylinder valve has no outlet thread, kit
required for connection to system piping
• Includes flange plate & O-ring
• O-ring seal into cylinder valve
• ½” NPT internal thread
• ¾” NPT external thread
• Can be used as a re-charge adapter
O-ring

• Fast install
Adapter
Nipple • Dual threaded
• Ease of cylinder maintenance
Flange Plate

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Control System, Kidde XV / Badger UCH
• Kidde “XV” Control System • Badger Universal Control Head “UCH”
.
.

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Control System, Kidde XV / Badger UCH
• Up to 20 cylinders w/o added driver
• Up to 106’ (32 m) of actuation line
• Two independent detection lines up to 200’
(61 m) & 40 detectors each
• Mechanical and/or electrical actuation
• Up to 4 integrated micro-switches for shut-
down, alarm & auxiliary controls

• Protect multiple & large hazards with

single control head
• Protect remote Pollution Control Units
w/o additional controls or added drivers

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Control System, Kidde XV / Badger UCH
• Wall or cylinder mount option
• 5 manual release options, up to 100’ (32m)
• Control 2 gas valves, up to 100’ (32m)
• Easy install – simple to set, no special
tools
• Includes cartridges, EMT adapters & SVA

• Reduced install time

• Flexibility of installation
• Discrete mounting
• Everything included

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Control System, Kidde XV / Badger UCH

Ships as Complete Kit:

• System & test cartridges
• System Valve Actuator
• Two micro-switches
• Three EMT connectors
• English, French & Spanish labels

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System valve actuator (SVA) for UCH/XV
• Pneumatically opens cylinder valve from
Control Head actuation
• SVA required for each system cylinder

• Ensures full cylinder discharge

• Fast install – direct cylinder mount
• Easy to remove for service
• Up to 20 per control head
• Included with XV

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Agent discharge nozzles
• 7 customized nozzles
• Replaceable foil seal disc
• Available swivel adapter
• Suitable for high temperature applications
• Nozzle type stamped for easy visual ID
• Chrome plated
• Protect a wide variety of appliances
• Simple to install and aim
• No hanging caps
• Easy visual ID for AHJ & maintenance
• Matches kitchen aesthetic

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Mechanical detection
Fusible-Link Maximum Exposure Color
Fusible alloy links
Rating Temperature
165°F (74°C) 100°F (38°C) Yellow
• ML type – 4 temperature ratings
212°F (100°C) 150°F (65°C) White
360°F (182°C) 300°F (149°C) Unpainted
• A type – 360°F
500°F (260°C) 440°F (226°C) Orange

Job Thermo-bulb links

• Standard or Rapid response
• Available in 6 temperature ratings
Maximum
Temperature Color Exposure
Temperature
165°F (74°C) Red 100°F (38°C) • Up to 80 detectors per system
212°F (100°C) Green 150°F (66°C) (XV/UCH)
286°F (141°C) Blue 225°F (107°C)
• Protect a wide variety of appliance
360°F (182°C) Mauve 300°F (149°C)
types
450°F (232°C) Black 375°F (191°C)
500°F (260°C) Black 475°F (246°C) • Easy to service

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Detector Housing Kit
Universal
• 11 ¾ Universal Link Housing
• Listed with all Kidde/Badger Controls
• Use with any Kidde/Badger Link

Low Profile
• 8 1/2 Standard Link Housing
• Listed with XV/UCH Controls
• Use with any Kidde/Badger Link

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Electric detection & actuation
• Self-restoring
• Fast response
• Variety of set points
• Stainless steel shell

• 24 V DC solenoid operation
• Integrated directly in XV Control
• UL compatible-listed panel required (Kidde
AEGIS & ARIES)

• Simultaneous electric/mechanical
actuation
• Prevents unwanted discharges
• Fewer detectors needed – wider spacing
• No detector replacement required

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Remote manual release
• Round (875572): pull-to-trip only
• Combination (120110): pull-to-trip or
release-to-trip
• Up to 4 releases per system
• Mount up to 100’ (61 m) from XV Control
System
• Surface mount or flush mount
• Independent or in-line with detection cable

• Variety of installation options

• Flexible placement for to suit any
application

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Gas shut-off valves
Pipe Size

3/4 in. (19 mm)

1 in. (25.4 mm)
• Provides automatic fuel shutdown
1-1/4 in. (32 mm) • Mechanical or Electric
1-1/2 in. (38 mm)
2 in. (51 mm)
• 7 available sizes
2-1/2 in. (64 mm) • Manual Reset Relay for electric gas valve -
3 in. (76 mm) meets NFPA requirements
Size

1/2 in. (13 mm)

3/4 in. (19 mm)
• Immediate shutdown on system
activation
1 in. (25 mm)
1-1/4 in. (32 mm) • Ensures code compliance
1-1/2 in. (38 mm) • Minimize additional fire hazard
2 in. (51 mm)
• Ensures safe system reset
2-1/2 in. (64 mm)
3 in. (76 mm)

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Control accessories
• Kidde 7 x 7 cable, crimp sleeves & s-hooks

• Crimp sleeves – tin plated copper to

prevent corrosion & S-hooks

• Kidde corner pulleys (every change in

direction)
• Inline tee pulley for remote release
• Double pulley for dual gas valves or dual
remote release

• Kidde crimp tool

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Wet chemical systems maintenance
• Performed semi-annually by authorized
distributor
• Supported by Kidde’s global authorized
distributor network

• Satisfies NFPA system maintenance

requirements
• Ensures continued effective system
operation
• Ensures system current with kitchen
updates or changes

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Badger Portables

• Class K wet chemical for grease fires

• Variety of other units & agents available
• Meet NFPA 96 & NFPA 10 requirements

• Satisfy regulatory requirements

• Single source provider
• Low cost, easy to service
• Wide variety to suit all areas

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Wet Chemical Systems

APPLICATIONS

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Applications
Fast food chains
Commercial
Restaurants

Hotels & lodging

Institutional Healthcare facilities

Marine galleys

Schools

Marine Stadiums

Grocers/supermarkets

Mobile Food trucks

Industrial
Corporate cafeterias

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Wet Chemical Systems

TOOLS

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Distributor Aids
Promotional Videos Sell & Data Sheets A&E Specs

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LATAM Commercial Team
Central America & Caribbean

Carlos Quintanilla
Mexico Sales Manager
Miami, US
Javier Fiatt Carlos.E.Quintanilla@carrier.com
Sales Manager
Mexico City, MX
javierignacio.fiatt@carrier.com

Andean Region

Ricardo Calvo
Sales Manager
Bogota, CO
ricardo.calvo@carrier.com

Brazil
South Cone Ignacio de la Rosa

Marcelo Leon
Sales Manager
Sales Manager São Paulo, BR
Santiago, CL ignacio.delarosa@carrier.com
marcelo.leon@carrier.com

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Product Support Team – Automated Logic

LATAM

Jonathan Sánchez
Field Application Engineer
Mexico City, MX
jonathan.sanchez2@carrier.com

LATAM

Vinicius Duarte
Appl Engineering Manager
LATAM São Paulo, BR
vinicius.duarte@carrier.com
Néstor Bianchet
Field Application Engineer
Buenos Aires, AR
nestor.bianchet@carrier.com

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Coming soon – Kidde Fire Systems / Badger
Wet & Dry Chemical
Dry Chemical and more…
Sizing
• Introduction to • Sizing, BOM generation,
Dry chemical fire installation and
suppression systems…. maintenance of Pre-
Engineered Systems

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THANK YOU
Jonathan Sánchez
Product Support Engineer - Fire Suppression Systems
Fire & Security Products - Latin America
Carrier Corporation

Insurgentes Sur 664, Piso 4

Colonia del Valle, C.P. 03100
Ciudad de México, México
Office +521 55 5250 1557
Mobile +521 55 3103 4126
Email: jonathan.sanchez2@carrier.com