FAQs

iCO is suitable for all property types approved in British Standard BS:8458, including but not limited to:

• 1. Domestic Occupancy:
• Individual dwelling houses
• Individual flats
• Individual maisonettes
• Transportable homes
• Houses of multiple occupation (HMOs)
• Bed and breakfast accommodations
• Boarding houses
• 2. Blocks of Flats 18m or Less in Height:
• Blocks of flats with a maximum total floor area of 2400 square meters.
• 3. Residential Occupancy:
• Blocks of flats greater than 18m in height
• Sheltered and extra care housing
• Residential care premises
• Residential rehabilitation accommodations
• Dormitories (e.g., attached to educational establishments)
• Hostels

Each nozzle covers a 4m x 4m area and must be positioned within 2m of a wall, with a maximum distance of 4m between adjacent nozzles.

The pump unit measures 342 mm x 345 mm x 495 mm in height, and it weighs 24kg. It's essential to avoid placing anything on top of the pump, and a 100mm air gap must be maintained around the unit after installation.

iCO features a pair of volt-free contacts for fire and fault, enabling it to be connected to third-party equipment like fire systems.

Although iCO is designed for easy installation, full certification to standard BS:8458 requires fitting or inspection by a certified iCO installer.

Yes, installing iCO without removing plasterboard is akin to installing spotlights. The easy fixing nozzles and flexible tube facilitate straightforward installation, making it a hassle-free addition to any property.

Yes, the color of the nozzles can be changed to match any desired color for an additional fee. Please contact our support team for inquiries about color alterations, which may result in longer lead times.

Each nozzle contains a frangible bulb that heats up in the event of a fire, causing it to burst and activate the system, allowing mist to exit the nozzle.

The iCO system has successfully passed witnessed testing for all required BS8458 standard tests.