What water-based fire protection solutions does Tema Sistemi develop?

We develop complex, high-performance solutions based on eco-tradition, using water as a natural resource and extinguishing agent in both fixed and mobile systems. Our main technologies include three highly reliable, zero-environmental-impact categories: sprinkler systems, deluge systems, and hydrant systems.

How does a sprinkler system work and how is it designed?

Sprinklers are automatic extinguishing systems that intervene promptly at the initial stage of a fire to prevent it from spreading. Water is delivered through a piping network with nozzles equipped with a heat-sensitive activation device. Based on the characteristics of the area to be protected, the fire load, and the combustibility of the materials, we design the system to measure in three variants, wet, dry, or hybrid, always in compliance with UNI and NFPA standards.

What is the difference between a sprinkler system and a deluge system?

Unlike sprinklers, which act only locally where the heat-sensitive bulb is activated, deluge systems use normally open discharge nozzles. The system is activated by detection systems, such as heat, flame, smoke, or flammable gas detection, and once the valve opens, water is discharged simultaneously from all nozzles across the entire protected area. For even higher performance, water can be mixed with chemical agents that increase its penetration and diffusion.

What components make up a hydrant system and how is it distributed?

A hydrant system consists of a water supply, a fixed piping network, inlet connections for Fire Brigade pumps, shut-off valves for maintenance, and hydrants, such as above-ground pillar hydrants, underground hydrants, or wall hydrants, or hose reels, each equipped with a flexible hose and discharge nozzle. The distribution of hydrant points is established based on a specific risk assessment, ensuring the amount of water needed to fight the maximum incident condition.

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Wetting Agent FireFive® systems

Solutions with a patented, UL-certified wetting agent that maximizes the extinguishing and cooling power of water, inhibiting the chemical reaction that causes fire to spread.

The products How it works Benefits Applications Parts

FireFive® is an innovative wetting agent that has revolutionized the traditional approach to fire protection, developed and produced by our partner company Zelig Hi-Tech.

FireFive® is not only a wetting agent that maximizes the extinguishing and cooling power of water but is also a micelle encapsulator capable of isolating hydrocarbon molecules.

Tests carried out in collaboration with firefighters have shown that FireFive®, added to water with the lowest mixing ratio on the market, inhibits the chemical reaction that is at the basis of the spread of fire, quickly extinguishing class A, B, D and F fires. Furthermore, FireFive® is able to put out even three-dimensional fires that foam is notoriously unable to extinguish.

FireFive® is non-toxic, non-corrosive, biodegradable and is effective even in the most extreme weather conditions (up to -28°C).

Its effectiveness is proven and UL certified, according to the NFPA 18 regulation.

Compliant with the European REACH regulation for the classification of chemical agents, FireFive® can be used both with mixers and in premixed solution and does not require special equipment. It is also RINA certified.

How it works

FireFive®, suppresses fires in a very short time by performing a quadruple action: it enhances the effect of water, removes heat from the fire, encapsulates and neutralizes hydrocarbon molecules, interrupts the chain reaction of free radicals.

The surface tension of water is reduced by about three times when mixed with FireFive®: the individual drops of water are broken up into smaller units, losing their characteristic spherical shape. This phenomenon leads to an increase in wettability, which allows the extinguishing agent to penetrate deeper and faster into the fire. By removing heat from the fire, FireFive® drastically lowers the temperature of both the treated area and the surrounding areas, thus inhibiting backfires, radiation and spontaneous re-ignition. Furthermore, it inhibits the chain reaction of free radicals, highly reactive particles that fuel the propagation of combustion and the production of black smoke. By encapsulating toxic fumes and vapours, it increases visibility during operations, making the environment safer for rescue teams.

One of the most amazing properties of FireFive® is that it encapsulates hydrocarbon molecules, both in the liquid and gaseous state, even in three-dimensional fires. By enclosing fuel molecules within chemical envelopes called micelles, it isolates and neutralises them, which turn to be non-flammable.

Benefits

Extreme versatility for class A, B, D, and F fires

High cooling power

Encapsulation and neutralization of hydrocarbons

Reduction of toxic fumes and vapors

The lowest mixing ratio on the market

Drastic reduction in extinguishing time

Saving of water used to put out the fire

Less damage to structures and environments

Reduction of downtime

Effective up to -28°C thanks to its very low viscosity

Non-toxic, non-corrosive, and biodegradable

Applications

Civil and Artistic Heritage

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Industry

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Naval and Off-shore

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Oil & Gas and energy

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Transport and Infrastructure

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Parts

The component configuration of Firefive® systems varies depending on the intended use and the system chosen.

For fixed applications such as HYBRID WAREHOUSES, the system is composed of:

Pump Units or Cylinder Banks
Aquatech Plus low pressure nozzles WMBX101
Water tank with level sensors
Filter
Delivery, recirculation and system test manifolds
Set of shut-off and non-return valves, pressure gauges and pressure transmitters
Integrated mixing system
Flow meter
Electrical power and control panel

For mobile configurations, particularly suitable for use in large surfaces such as landfills or tire storage depots, the system is composed of:

Rotating turbine
Aquatech Plus low pressure water mist nozzles
Integrated mixing system

To configure your system, contact us using the form below.

FAQ

What is the role of the FireFive® wetting agent in water-based fire suppression systems?

FireFive® is a UL-certified additive that can be combined with water mist technology to enhance extinguishing
performance. By improving the action of water on the fire, it supports faster suppression and increases the effectiveness
of the system in demanding applications.

Where can FireFive® be used?

FireFive® can be used in high-performance fire suppression solutions where improved wetting, penetration, and
diffusion of water are required. It is particularly useful when the goal is to maximise extinguishing power while
maintaining the environmental advantages of water-based protection.

How does a wetting agent improve the effectiveness of water?

A wetting agent reduces the surface tension of water, helping it spread more evenly and penetrate burning materials
more effectively. This improves the contact between water and the combustible material, supporting faster cooling and
more efficient fire suppression.

Can FireFive® be integrated into mobile or stand-alone systems?

Yes. FireFive® can be integrated into systems such as Cyclops, where it is combined with high-pressure Aquatech®
Water Mist technology to maximise extinguishing power in temporary environments, events, and mobile worksites.

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