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Automist vs. fire sprinklers
How does Automist compare to a fire sprinkler?
Product Type
Automist
Traditional Sprinklers
Nozzles
Wall mounted
Ceiling Mounted
Typical space required*
Small-sized pump
Medium-sized pump and often a large tank
Water supply cost*
(Often not included in quote)
None
Pump and tank, or priority value
Activation
Reliable electronic trigger
Frangible bulb
Speed
Operates earlier
Needs significant heat to activate
Water discharged
(in ten minutes)
0.3 bathtubs
3.3 bathtubs
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