STME FIRE's FIRE system is a revolutionary protection against wildfires. It has specifically been developed for the protection of buildings at the forest-urban interface—public and private residential homes, governmental buildings, camping sites, or sensitive areas.
Its operation is based on a 360°water sprinkler system, discreetly integrated into the environment. Equipped with high-reach spray cannons, the masts create a 30-meter water shield around vulnerable regions. The wet barrier helps to limit flame spread and reduces ambient temperatures significantly.
The entire system is entirely independent in fluid supply as well as in energy supply. All of the installation parameters are governed by a control unit with the option for manual operation or automatic startup according to predefined protection schemes. This ensures not only rapid response but also complete autonomy—even in cases of power failure or limited access by emergency forces.
The innovation lies in its modularity, ease of integration, and in ability to suit multiple environments. The system is capable of deriving water from near-by sources like pools, tanks, or lakes, and can be operated with water alone or coupled with retardants. Field testing has proved that this technology significantly reduces the severity of fire in the very vicinity of buildings. By marrying technology, autonomy, and know how, the FIRE system gives a concrete and scalable solution to climate change and repeat wildfires.
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The objective of the FIRE proposal is to provide a scalable, autonomous, and easy-to-deploy wildfire protection system that can be implemented directly at the interface between buildings and natural vegetation. Developed by STME FIRE, this solution addresses a growing need: protecting infrastructure, people, and ecosystems from the increasing frequency and intensity of wildfires linked to climate change.
The system’s core goal is to reduce the vulnerability of built environments—such as homes, public buildings, campsites, and sensitive facilities—by creating a localized, automatic barrier against fire. Unlike conventional firefighting approaches, which rely on external interventions, FIRE is installed permanently and operates independently, delivering water or retardant sprays to contain flames and lower surrounding temperatures in real time.
FIRE is designed for real-world use: it is modular, adaptable to a wide range of terrains, and easy to activate by any user, with manual or automated controls. Its compatibility with third-party detection systems makes it a flexible component in broader risk management strategies.
Moreover, the project brings an innovative software layer: a dimensioning tool capable of simulating spray coverage based on weather data, terrain, and vegetation density. This ensures that each installation is optimally configured to the specific site, improving efficiency and reducing unnecessary water use.
In summary, FIRE is relevant because it tackles a pressing environmental and safety issue with a concrete, field-proven solution. It empowers communities, municipalities, and site managers to take proactive, autonomous measures—filling the gap between passive prevention and emergency response in a cost-effective and sustainable way.
Its innovative nature lies in several key features:
Active, localized protection: FIRE creates a water curtain around vulnerable areas, significantly reducing temperature and slowing the spread of flames.
User-friendly operation: The system can be activated manually with a single button for a predefined protection sequence, or in advanced mode, allowing targeted activation of specific masts based on the risk area.
Extended compatibility: FIRE is compatible with third-party fire detection systems—thermal sensors, cameras, alarms—enabling automatic, coordinated responses.
Total autonomy: Fully independent from external power sources, the system draws from local water reserves and includes backup energy solutions to remain operational at all times.
Software-based dimensioning: A dedicated simulation tool calculates the spray footprint based on weather conditions (wind, temperature, humidity), ensuring optimal coverage tailored to each site.
Retardant spray integration: FIRE also supports the use of biodegradable fire retardants, which can be deployed through the same system to enhance protection in high-risk zones—adding another layer of adaptability and efficiency.
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The FIRE solution addresses the critical need for on-site wildfire protection in areas exposed to increasing fire risks due to climate change, urban sprawl, and land use changes. In many regions, especially those with growing forest-urban interfaces, buildings and infrastructure are increasingly vulnerable to fast-moving wildfires. Traditional response strategies—such as firebreaks, fire services intervention, or manual evacuation—are often too reactive, delayed, or dependent on external resources.
FIRE resolves this by offering a localized, autonomous, and pre-installed defense system. Installed around the perimeter of a site, FIRE creates a barrier of moisture through fixed spray masts . This barrier helps to reduce flame intensity, slow down fire progression, and protect the immediate surroundings of buildings—buying time for occupants and first responders.
The system is especially effective in isolated or hard-to-access areas where emergency services may be delayed or overwhelmed. By ensuring local protection, even in the absence of human intervention, FIRE fills a critical gap in current wildfire risk management. FIRE also resolves the operational limitations of existing solutions by being easy to deploy, adaptable to various terrains, and compatible with detection technologies (sensors, cameras, alarms). Its dimensioning software adds another layer of efficiency by calculating spray coverage based on site-specific and weather-related data.
In essence, the solution resolves a growing global challenge: how to protect lives, assets, and ecosystems in real-time and in-place, without waiting for the fire to arrive or relying solely on emergency intervention.
The FIRE system is developed and managed by a three-person team with complementary skills: A project manager, responsible for overall coordination, development oversight, and relations with partners and clients. An engineer, in charge of the system’s technical design, site-specific adaptations, and technological choices. A technician, responsible for on-site installation, field testing, and system maintenance.
The FIRE system is developed and managed by a three-person team with complementary skills: A project manager, responsible for overall coordination, development oversight, and relations with partners and clients. An engineer, in charge of the system’s technical design, site-specific adaptations, and technological choices. A technician, responsible for on-site installation, field testing, and system maintenance.