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Sonic Fire Tech Raises $15M for Sound-Powered Fire Suppression System
Key points
- Sonic Fire Tech raised $15 million in a funding round.
- The company is developing a sound-powered fire suppression system.
- The system uses infrasonic waves to extinguish fires.
- Funding will support hiring and NFPA approval testing.
Funding for Acoustic Fire Suppression
Sonic Fire Tech announced it has raised $15 million in a funding round led by The O.H.I.O. Fund, with participation from Khosla Ventures. This follows a $3.5 million seed round in October. The Ohio-based startup is developing a fire protection system that uses sound waves instead of water or chemicals.
How the System Works
The acoustic fire suppression system employs a sound generator to pump inaudible sound through PVC pipes. When sensors detect a fire, the generator activates, bombarding the flames with infrasonic waves, around 20 Hz. This method aims to extinguish fires within seconds without causing collateral damage from water or chemical residue.
Path to Approval and Market Impact
The new funding will be used to hire additional employees and conduct the necessary tests to gain approval from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). While NFPA approval typically takes about three years, Sonic Fire Tech's CEO, Geoff Bruder, anticipates a shorter process due to the system's clean suppression, which eliminates cleanup time during lab tests. The company is also in discussions with the insurance industry regarding potential premium discounts for properties using their system, which could accelerate adoption.
Addressing Specific Fire Challenges
The technology offers advantages in scenarios like commercial kitchens, where traditional fire suppression can lead to extensive cleanup and business closure. The system also shows promise in containing lithium-ion battery fires, which are difficult to extinguish, by preventing their spread even if not fully putting them out.
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Sonic Fire Tech secured $15 million in funding to develop its sound-powered fire protection system, which uses infrasonic waves to extinguish fires without water or chemicals. This funding will support hiring and the testing required for National Fire Protection Association approval, potentially offering a cleaner and faster alternative to traditional fire suppression methods.