FAQ

A fire extinguisher is manual — it requires a person to detect a fire and operate the device. A fire suppression system is automatic — it detects heat, smoke, or flame and activates without any human intervention, even in the middle of the night or when the premises is unoccupied. Fire suppression systems are permanently installed, cover a wider area, and are especially critical for protecting machinery, vehicles, kitchens, electrical panels, and server rooms where fire can develop faster than any person can respond. Under NBC 2016 and the Fire NOC requirements in India, fire extinguishers and suppression systems serve different regulatory roles — one does not substitute for the other.

Installation time depends on the system type and the size of your premises. As a general guide: a kitchen hood suppression system for a restaurant typically takes 1–2 days. An electrical panel fire suppression system for a single panel can be installed in 4–6 hours. A vehicle fire suppression system for a single truck or bus takes about one working day. Larger installations covering multiple areas — such as a server room, warehouse, or fleet of vehicles — are assessed individually. APS Fire Protection provides a free site survey that includes a written installation timeline before any commitment is required.

As per IS 2190 standards, all fire suppression systems in India must be professionally inspected at least once annually. Kitchen hood fire suppression systems specifically follow NFPA 96 guidelines, which require a certified inspection every six months — more frequently for high-volume commercial kitchens. Vehicle fire suppression systems should be inspected at every vehicle service interval or at least annually. APS Fire Protection offers Annual Maintenance Contracts (AMC) to keep your system compliant, ensuring your Fire NOC renewal is never delayed due to a lapsed maintenance record.

APS Fire Protection Solution supplies and installs the following certified fire suppression systems across India: Kitchen Hood Fire Suppression Systems (for restaurants, hotels, cloud kitchens), Automatic Vehicle Fire Suppression Systems (buses, trucks, mining equipment), Electrical Panel Fire Suppression Systems (MCC, PCC, distribution boards), FM-200 and Clean Agent Systems (data centres, server rooms), CO2 Flooding Systems, Total Room Flooding Systems, Tubing Fire Suppression Systems, and Automatic Modular Fire Extinguishers. All systems comply with NBC 2016, IS standards, and NFPA guidelines. Contact us for a free recommendation based on your specific application.

The cost of a fire suppression system in India depends on the system type, the size of the protected area, and the specific application. Pricing varies significantly across system types: a modular electrical panel system starts at an accessible entry point, while a full FM-200 system for a server room or a multi-zone kitchen hood system for a large restaurant involves a higher investment. Rather than a generic price list, APS Fire Protection provides a free, no-obligation site assessment and written quotation specific to your premises and regulatory requirements. This ensures you're quoted only for what you genuinely need — nothing more. Call us on +91-85950-45884 or fill the form on our Contact page to request a quote within 24 hours.

Yes. All fire suppression systems supplied by APS Fire Protection Solution are suitable for retrofitting in existing buildings, vehicles, and equipment — you do not need to be in a new construction project to install one. Kitchen hood systems can be fitted into operating restaurant kitchens with minimal downtime. Electrical panel suppression systems are designed specifically for retrofitting in existing distribution boards, MCC and PCC panels. Vehicle systems are installed without structural modification to the vehicle. Our team conducts a site or vehicle survey, designs a system for the existing layout, and carries out installation with minimal disruption to your operations.

Yes — positively. Most commercial property insurers in India require a certified, maintained fire suppression system as a condition of coverage for high-risk premises such as restaurants, manufacturing units, warehouses, and IT infrastructure. Businesses with a properly installed and maintained system often qualify for lower insurance premiums. Critically, if a fire occurs in a premises where a mandatory suppression system was absent or had lapsed maintenance, the insurer may partially or fully reject the claim. Installing and maintaining your fire suppression system is therefore both a legal requirement and a direct financial protection.

In India, fire suppression systems must comply with the National Building Code (NBC) 2016 Part 4, which governs fire and life safety requirements. Systems should also conform to relevant Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) codes, including IS 15493 for clean agent systems. International standards such as NFPA 96 (commercial kitchen fire protection), NFPA 2001 (clean agent suppression), and NFPA 12 (CO2 systems) are widely referenced by Indian fire departments and insurance bodies. APS Fire Protection Solution's systems are certified and fully compliant with applicable Indian and international standards, making Fire NOC applications and renewals straightforward.

Yes. APS Fire Protection Solution offers Annual Maintenance Contracts (AMC) for all fire suppression systems we install, as well as for systems installed by other providers. Our AMC covers scheduled inspections, testing, agent level checks, replacement of fusible links and detection components, and certification documentation required for Fire NOC renewal. An AMC ensures your system remains compliant, operational, and documented at all times — so you never face a surprise at NOC renewal or an insurance audit. Contact us on +91-85950-45884 to discuss an AMC for your premises.