Caledonia, Mich.– Viking Group, Inc., a Michigan-based manufacturer and distributor of fire protection solutions, is excited to introduce the new cold storage bracket, an innovative solution designed to streamline the installation of dry ESFR sprinklers in cooler and freezer applications while maintaining a secure air seal.
Installing dry ESFR sprinklers in cooler and freezer facilities is challenging, especially in "box-in-a-box" structures where sloped outer roofs create limited space near the edges. Stabilizing hard piping dry heads can cause issues when foot traffic flexes the freezer ceiling, disrupting the air seal between the conditioned space and the freezer area. Additionally, areas that experience significant snowfall can see snow loads build weight on roofing structures; these “snow loads” can cause roofing to flex, leading to the piping on which the dry heads are installed to move. In both of these scenarios, the flexing freezer ceiling or the piping movement impacts the integrity of the seal. Furthermore, hard piping significantly extends installation time.
The cold storage bracket securely affixes the sprinkler to the cooler or freezer ceiling, enabling a more flexible installation when paired with a flex hose. This flexibility allows the sprinkler to move with the ceiling or the piping above, preventing disruptions to the seal and eliminating the risks associated with rigid hard piping. By removing the need to install hard piping for each dry sprinkler, the bracket significantly reduces installation time and labor costs.
“The new bracket is a game-changer for fire protection in cooler and freezer environments,” said Martin Workman, Sr. Vice President – Product Experience at Viking Group. “It not only simplifies installation but also ensures long-term dependability by preventing air seal disruptions. This solution will save contractors time and provide future owners with a more durable and maintenance-friendly system.”
For more information about the Cold Storage Bracket and Viking’s full line of cold storage fire protection solutions, visit www.vikinggroupinc.com.
Viking is a global leader in the manufacture and distribution of innovative fire protection and life safety systems. For more than 100 years the company’s products and services have protected lives and property worldwide from the devastating effects of fire. For more information on Viking’s complete line of fire protection products and services, please visit www.vikinggroupinc.com.