Consultancy and Delivery

Effective fire suppression planning and engineering are critical in protecting critical infrastructure, high-value assets and essential facilities. At CTS, our consultancy and delivery services provide independent advice, specialist system design and full project delivery.

From early-stage consultancy through to installation, commissioning and ongoing support, we ensure every fire suppression solution is technically robust, compliant with regulations and is engineered for continued operational resilience. 

The teams at CTS work with data centres, critical national infrastructure (CNI), utilities, industrial facilities and large commercial environments where fire protection must meet the highest standards of safety and reliability.

Consultancy

Fire suppression consultancy provides independent technical guidance on the design, implementation and optimisation of fire protection systems with a business. 

CTS consultants support clients through the entire lifecycle of a project, helping ensure fire safety strategies are tailored to the specific risks of the facility.

Our consultancy services include fire suppression strategy development, risk assessments for the complexity of the location/building, fire protection system selection in line with asset and insurance need, compliance audits of existing fire systems and establishing a robust maintenance or upgrade planning for existing installations.

This independent approach ensures clients receive evidence-based recommendations that prioritise operational continuity.

Design

A well-engineered fire suppression system begins with careful design and risk analysis.

Our engineers ensure that the suppression systems integrate seamlessly within building infrastructure, ensuring reliable protection for critical environments such as data halls, plant rooms, battery storage areas and control centres. 

Design services include:

• Gas suppression system design
• Fire detection and alarm system integration
• System hydraulic calculations and engineering
• Pressure relief and enclosure integrity considerations
• Compliance with international and UK standards (including BS EN and ISO guidance)
• Detailed technical drawings and documentation

We combine expertise across the CTS group companies so that every design of fire suppression is safe and achieves long-term maintainability.

Installation

The delivery teams at CTS provide end-to-end installation and commissioning services for fire suppression systems across complex and high-risk environments. 

• Fire suppression system installation
• Gas suppression cylinder supply and installation
• Pipework installation and system integration
• Detection and control panel installation
• System commissioning and functional testing
• Documentation and compliance certification

Every project is delivered with a focus on minimal operational disruption. 

Ongoing Support

Training and CPD

Safe handling and preparation of gas cylinders is a critical part of fire suppression system reliability. CTS provides specialist training focused on cylinder inspection, testing and ADR compliance. This training ensures cylinders are fit for purpose before they are filled or placed into service, helping organisations maintain operational integrity. 

Training covers:

• Pre-fill cylinder inspection and testing procedures
• Safe handling of high-pressure cylinders
• Understanding cylinder materials and gas compatibility
• ADR awareness for the transport of dangerous goods

Across the CTS group, engineering teams are trained to safely handle and install cylinders as part of system delivery, ensuring suppression systems are tested, transported and installed to the highest safety standards.

CTS also provides technical training and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programmes for consultants, engineers, contractors and facilities teams. These sessions help organisations maintain competence, compliance, and operational readiness.

Pressure Relief and Extraction

When gas suppression systems discharge, the rapid release of extinguishing agents can create significant pressure changes within an enclosure. A properly designed pressure relief and extraction systems are essential to protect building structures, maintain system effectiveness and ensure occupant safety.

CTS provides specialist support including:

• Pressure relief vent design and specification
• Airflow and pressure calculations
• Integration with gas suppression systems
• Post-discharge gas extraction solutions
• Compliance with industry standards and best practice

This ensures protected spaces maintain structural integrity and safe re-entry conditions following system activation.