Nitrogen Generation

Nitrogen generation systems protect steel pipes in dry and pre-action sprinkler systems from corrosion. The concepts behind corrosion and MIC are explained in this blog:

New and existing sprinkler systems can benefit by the application of a nitrogen generation system. For new sprinkler installations, application of nitrogen can dramatically improve the lifespan of the system. For existing installations where corrosion has already started, the piping can be preserved by using nitrogen instead of compressed air. Nitrogen can add considerable useful life to the sprinkler system.

Nitrogen generation systems:

• Use compressed nitrogen as a substitute for compressed air
• Regulate consistant air pressure
• Can extend the life of black steel piping systems from 16 to 48 years
• Can extend the life of galvanized pipe from 7 to 92 years
• Can offer significant cost savings when installed with new black steel pipe

Nitrogen Generators:

Pre-Engineered Plug and Play Systems

PGEN-5

• Up to 950 gallons total sprinkler system capacity

• FM Approved

• Integral oil-less air compressor

• Air bypass alarm included

• Wall-mount ready

PGEN-10

• Up to 1,850 gallons total sprinkler system capacity
• FM Approved
• Integral oil-less air compressor w/ air receiver tank
• Air bypass alarm included
• All equipment skid-mounted

PGEN-20

• Up to 3,200 gallons total sprinkler system capacity
• FM Approved
• Integral oil-less air compressor w/ air receiver tank
• Air bypass alarm included
• All equipment skid-mounted

PGEN-30

• Up to 3,200 gallons total sprinkler system capacity
• Paired with oil-less air compressor or house air
• Air bypass alarm included
• Stand-alone cabinet

PGEN-40

• PGEN-50/60Up to 10,000 gallons total sprinkler system capacity
• FM Approved
• Paired with 5 hp oil lubricated air compressor
• Air bypass alarm included
• Stand-alone cabinet

PGEN-50/60

• Up to 18,500/22,500 gallons total sprinkler system capacity
• FM Approved
• Paired with 7.5 or 10 hp oil lubricated air compressor 
• Air bypass alarm included
• Stand-alone cabinet

ORR Protection offers many solutions for combating corrosion in sprinkler systems including diagnosis and prevention options.  We also install and service nitrogen generator systems.  Know for sure if your system is at risk.  We will ensure your all your fire protection systems are ready to perform when called upon. Click here to schedule an appointment today.

Nitrogen Generator Specifications

Selecting the Nitrogen Generator

Venting and Pressure Control Devices

• ECS Protector Manual Vent (PAV-D
• ECS Protector Dry SMART Vent (PSV-D)
• ECS Protector Nitrogen Interface Controller (NIC-1)

Monitoring Devices

• ECS In-Line Corrosion Detector (ILD)
• ECS Protector SMART Gas Analyzer (SGA-1)
• ECS Protector Handheld Gas Analyzer (PHGA-1)