A comprehensive, state-of-the-art fire detection and suppression system for the new TCS regional super-hub in Karachi. This mission-critical project was designed to provide the highest level of protection for personnel, high-value automated sorting equipment, and millions of parcels, ensuring maximum safety and operational continuity for a 24/7 logistics operation.
Client
TCS (Tranzum Courier Service)
Location
Karachi, Pakistan
Year
2024
A Complex Engineering Puzzle
The primary challenge was protecting a massive, high-ceiling warehouse with complex, multi-level conveyor systems. A standard smoke detection system would be too slow and prone to false alarms from dust. The fire suppression system needed to be capable of rapidly extinguishing a fire in a high-fire-load environment (cardboard, plastics) without causing massive water damage that could destroy both packages and sensitive sorting machinery.
Innovative & Efficient
Our solution centered on a Very Early Warning Aspirating Smoke Detection (VESDA) system, which actively samples the air for microscopic smoke particles, providing the earliest possible warning of a potential fire. This was integrated with an addressable fire alarm system. For suppression, we implemented a double-interlock pre-action sprinkler system. This system requires two separate triggers (e.g., a smoke detector and a sprinkler head activation) before releasing water, preventing accidental discharge and minimizing potential damage while providing robust fire-fighting capability when needed.
Key Project Outcomes
Reduced fire detection time from minutes to seconds, allowing for immediate intervention and minimizing potential damage.
Eliminated the risk of catastrophic loss from accidental sprinkler discharge, protecting both assets and operations.
Achieved 100% compliance with NFPA 13 and NFPA 72 standards for warehousing and logistics facilities.
Ensured business continuity by designing a system that allows for targeted response without requiring a full facility shutdown.
“In our business, uptime is everything. We cannot afford downtime or asset loss due to fire. Their team engineered a highly intelligent safety system that gives us the earliest possible warning and protects our facility from both fire and accidental water damage. It's a world-class solution for a world-class hub.”
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