Case Study: HMP Glen Parva/Fosse Way enhances prison fire safety with Hydramist water mist protection

HMP Glen Parva/Fosse Way equips 7 house blocks with Hydramist water mist fire protection

Hydramist Fire Protection Systems provided engineered water mist fire protection for HMP Glen Parva/Fosse Way, a large, modern UK prison. The challenge was to create a secure and safe environment for the new £286m facility, which houses nearly 2,000 prisoners, by implementing automatic in-cell fire protection systems that meet strict custodial sector specifications.

The solution involved installing Hydramist 300 MPS and 200 MPS water mist pump systems connected to anti-ligature nozzles in each cell, alongside tamper-proof hose reel cabinets in communal areas. In the event of a fire, Hydramist's system suppresses flames and reduces smoke within minutes, maintaining a breathable environment for occupant safety. The vendor's systems are trusted in over 200 custodial facilities worldwide.

HMP Glen Parva/Fosse Way