Automatic control systems for water monitors and traditional fire sprinkler systems differ in several ways.
Targeting
Water monitors are designed to target a specific area of the fire with a high-pressure stream of water or fire retardant. In contrast, fire sprinkler systems are designed to spray water over a larger area to extinguish the fire.
Control
Water monitors can be controlled manually, remotely, or automatically, depending on the specific system. In contrast, traditional fire sprinkler systems are typically activated automatically when the temperature in the room reaches a certain threshold.
Flexibility
Water monitors are more flexible than traditional fire sprinkler systems and can be adjusted to respond to changes in the fire’s location or intensity. In contrast, fire sprinkler systems are designed to respond automatically and may not be able to adjust to changes in the fire’s location or intensity.
Installation
Fire fighting water monitor products are typically installed on firefighting vehicles, such as fire trucks, and are used for outdoor firefighting operations. In contrast, traditional fire sprinkler systems are installed inside buildings and are designed to protect the building and its occupants in the event of a fire.
While both systems are designed to prevent and extinguish fires, they are used in different contexts and are suited to different types of firefighting operations.