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GK Sprinklers
Technology-reliability
You can rely on GK Sprinkler. The planning and installation of sprinkler systems are subject to the strictest regulations. The VdS Cologne or FM check thoroughly to see that they are followed. Only firms which can prove their competence receive a full licence for the installation of sprinkler systems. One of these is the Gottschalk Company. Gottschalk Sprinkler Systems have proved their worth for many years in all branches of economic life.
Gottschalk Sprinklers for new buildings
The sooner you contact us about planning sprinklers for your building project, the better it will be. Extensive cooperation with architects, civil engineers, contractors and authorities in the past have proven again that sprinkler protection can be installed much more effectively and economically the earlier the sprinkler expert is called in.
GK sprinkler systems
In the event of fire the sprinkler system activates automatically and alarms firefighting authorities. How it works: suspended on a ceiling is a system of conduits with sprinkler heads and the water in the pipes is under constant pressure. When a fire breaks out, the heat causes breaking of ampoules present in the sprinkler heads and opening their nozzles. Water can now easily pass through the nozzles straight over the fire affected area. Wet system can only be installed in premises where the temperature remains above the freezing point.
Gottschalk Sprinklers in existing buildings
 Influenced by the frightening increase in fire damage in recent years, more and more people are installing sprinkler systems in existing premises. Such installations are often fraught with difficult technical tasks. The constant challenges to our technicians and the number of these challenges already met have led to an exceptionally high level of our expertise in this area and creating of our own know-how.
If you want to safeguard your building, you should contact us and we will find a right solution for your fire prevention problem.
 Wet systems
Wet system is the simplest one in its construction. When the installation of sprinkler heads is connected to a water supply, water flows into the sprinkler circuit, so that the whole sprinkler system is filled with water under pressure. If the security seal of a sprinkler melts, cracks or breaks, water flows out immediately. The wet system can only be installed in premises where the temperature remains above the freezing point.
Deluge Systems
A deluge system consists of the sprinkler circuit with open sprinkler heads, which are connected through a control-alarm unit to the water supply. Fire detectors are installed in certain points or around the object to be protected. The moment a detector registers an excessive increase in temperature, the valve in the control unit opens automatically and water is delivered to all sprinkler heads simultaneously. A deluge system is especially suitable for installation in premises where a fire could spread quickly.
Dry-Pipe Systems
In the Dry-Pipe System the sprinkler circuit contains compressed air instead of water. When not functioning, air pressure holds the valve closed against external water pressure. The necessary pressure is supplied by an air compressor. When one or more sprinklers open, air pressure in the pipes drops and water flows into all sprinkler heads simultaneously. This system has been especially developed for premises where the temperature can drop below the freezing point.
 Alarm-check valve in dry-pipe systems
Dry-pipe valves are built similarly to alarm-check valves for wet systems, the only difference is the circuit construction. When an alarm breaks out in the dry-pipe system, there is no water in the pipes. It is only released after the valve opens. This valve has only two moving parts: a clapper and a latch. When the pressure in the circuit falls, the valve is opened and the water flows to all the sprinkler heads in the circuit. Just like in the case of an alarm-check valve for wet systems, an acoustic alarm is activated.
Alarm-check valve for wet systems
The alarm check valve activates a water motor gong and a pressure switch. The valve, simple in its design, keeps the alarm sounding as long as the water flow is constant. You can always switch the sound off manually. Flow from a single head is sufficient to open the valve and sound the alarm. The alarm-check valve is available in three sizes: 4" (10,16cm), 6" (15,24cm) or 8" (20,32cm). In large and complex installations a single valve and its alarm system will aid in location of the fire.
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