Fire Suppression Advice & Updates
27/01/2026
BS 8458 has now been withdrawn and replaced by BS EN 14972-17. This change brings water mist systems under a single European “Family of Standards,” which the UK is required to follow as a member of the European Committee for…
03/12/2025
Christmas Fire Safety: How to Keep Your Home Safe When you think of Christmas, festive lights, home-cooked food, and decorated living rooms spring to mind, but it’s also one of the busiest periods of the year for household fires. With…
30/09/2025
On 13 August 2025, an electrical fire broke out in a child’s bedroom in Scotland. What could have been a devastating incident was quickly brought under control thanks to the iMist™ Fire Suppression System already installed in the home. The fire,…
08/09/2025
A fire in the home can break out without warning. In those critical moments, preparation can make all the difference. While systems like iMist water mist suppression are designed to control flames and reduce damage, a clear evacuation plan, especially…
04/08/2025
House fires can be devastating, both emotionally and financially. While the risk can never be completely eliminated, understanding the most common causes is an important step towards prevention. In the UK, fire and rescue services attend thousands of domestic fires…
23/05/2025
New government-backed fire data confirms that water mist systems outperform traditional sprinklers in both fire control and extinguishment. The International Water Mist Association (IWMA) recently published findings based on data from the UK Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government,…
07/05/2025
2025 marks a major milestone for iMist—our 10th birthday. Over the past decade, we’ve worked to make fire suppression faster, simpler, and more water-efficient. To thank our customers who have helped shape our journey, we’re giving away 1 FREE service…
21/01/2025
Approved Document B: 2 March 2025 Changes In response to growing concerns about fire safety in high-risk settings, the UK government has introduced several updates to Approved Document B (AD: B), specifically targeting fire suppression requirements in care homes. Care…
12/12/2024
At iMist™, our focus has always been clear: deliver fire suppression solutions that not only perform in real-world conditions but also integrate seamlessly with the wider fire safety strategy of a building. An important part of achieving this is ensuring…