Custom Fire Protection Solutions Deliver Significant Economic and Operational Benefits

Commercial kitchens present a heightened fire risk due to the constant use of cooking appliances, particularly those involving fats, oils and grease. At this hotel, the absence of an existing fire suppression system in the main kitchen created a significant safety and compliance gap.

Cooking equipment is a leading cause of workplace fires in the UK, making reliable protection essential in hospitality environments. At the same time, any disruption to kitchen operations could directly impact customer service and business continuity.

The hotel required a solution that would:

• Meet strict insurance and regulatory requirements
• Provide reliable protection against grease-related fire risks
• Adapt to potential future changes in kitchen layout
• Minimise disruption during installation and operation

FireRite worked closely with the hotel to design and deliver a tailored solution based on the ANSUL® R-102 Restaurant Fire Suppression System.

Following a structured design process - including remote assessments and on-site verification - the team selected the ANSUL R-102 system for its proven performance, industry reputation and compliance credentials.

Key elements of the solution included:

• EN 17446-compliant system design providing assurance for insurers and stakeholders
• Overlapping nozzle coverage to ensure continuous protection, even if kitchen equipment is reconfigured
• Scalable, adaptable system layout to support future operational changes

Installation was completed in a single day by FireRite’s trained technicians, minimising disruption to hotel operations. Following commissioning, staff received comprehensive training covering system operation, emergency activation and maintenance best practices.

The ANSUL R-102 system delivered a robust, future-ready fire suppression solution tailored to the hotel’s requirements. The kitchen is now protected by a reliable system designed to respond quickly to grease fires while supporting safe, continuous operations.

With full regulatory compliance achieved and insurer expectations met, the hotel has strengthened its overall risk management strategy. The flexible system design ensures ongoing protection, even as kitchen layouts evolve over time.

The project highlights the value of combining trusted ANSUL technology with FireRite’s technical expertise - resulting in a high-quality installation that enhances safety, reliability and operational confidence.