Marriott's prestigious Renaissance Riverside Hotel Saigon hotel now guarded by ANSUL® restaurant fir

Marriott's prestigious Renaissance Riverside Hotel Saigon hotel now guarded by ANSUL® restaurant fire suppression systems

[Vietnam, 25 January 2009] – Visitors to Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), Vietnam's largest city, can now enjoy total fire protection when dining at one of Vietnam's most prestigious Marriott hotels – the breathtaking Renaissance Riverside Hotel Saigon (RRHS) located in the heart of the vibrant business hub.

Through close collaboration with VN Tech – the authorised distributor of ANSUL restaurant fire suppression products in Vietnam, 3 kitchens within the hotel have since been fitted with state-of-the-art ANSUL® PIRAHNA® fire suppression systems.

Just a stone's throw away from Ho Chi Minh City's prime tourist hub, the Renaissance Riverside Hotel Saigon boasts not only spectacular views of the Saigon river, but also firstclass hospitality and amenities, as well as the finest Cantonese and Szechuan gastronomic delights at its celebrated Chinese restaurant, Kabin.

Given its status as one of Ho Chi Minh City's premium business hotel, the need to ensure topof- the-line kitchen fire protection in Renaissance Riverside Hotel Saigon was of paramount importance. With a total of 5 restaurants and cafes within the hotel, the selection of ANSUL – a premium brand of Tyco Fire Suppression & Building Products (TFS&BP) – as their firefighting solutions partner was a unanimous one.

As the industry's only dual-action agent-plus-water fire suppression hybrid, ANSUL PIRANHA systems consistently outperform traditional single-agent systems on a number of fronts. Utilizing a powerful combination of both wet chemical agent and the cooling power of water, ANSUL PIRANHA systems first discharge PRX® liquid fire suppressants to ensure rapid flame knockdown and secure potentially flammable vapour. This is followed by a high pressure water spray that rapidly cools the cooking surface to further prevent reflash.

Not only are ANSUL PIRAHNA systems UL300-tested to effectively cool hot equipment 15 times faster than conventional single-agent systems, their hybrid dual-agent concept also provides better coverage over high-risk cooking areas, while utilizing up to 60% less chemical agent for greater cost-effectiveness.

Available in a wide range of sizes and configurations, each ANSUL PIRANHA system was fully customised to suit the needs of the individual kitchens. To address the needs of the hotel's biggest kitchen, a larger configuration was employed to ensure that a wide range of potential fire hazard outlets was adequately protected. In addition to its superb quality and extensive product range, ANSUL also provides a 5-year limited warranty on its restaurant fire suppression systems, guaranteeing a peace of mind for Renaissance Riverside Hotel Saigon and its staff, as well as its distinguished visitors.

Said Mark Van Der Wielen, General Manager of Renaissance Riverside Hotel Saigon, “When it came to selecting a restaurant fire safety solutions partner, Tyco and ANSUL were the first names that came to mind. As a distinguished five-star hotel, we insist on only the best for our visitors, and that includes a peace of mind when it comes to fire protection. With ANSUL's cutting edge firefighting technology and technological superiority, both our staff and guests can truly rest easy in their capable hands.”

“In terms of their excellent product quality and the latest cutting edge technology, ANSUL not only met our stringent requirements but also upped the ante with their superior durability,” he continued. “Drawing on its impressive track record and vast industry experience, we're proud to say that not only are our visitors assured of a complete luxury experience at Renaissance Riverside Hotel, they are also completely protected by our total restaurant fire protection systems.”

Said Kevin White, General Manager of Tyco Fire Suppression & Building Products Asia Pacific, “The Marriott name is globally renowned for its uncompromising standards in luxury and hospitality, and we are exceptionally honoured to have been selected as the restaurant fire solutions partner for one of their most prestigious hotels in Vietnam. This appointment is a huge endorsement of our product leadership and technological excellence, and we are confident that this partnership is certain to be a fruitful one.”

About ANSUL

International. The full line of ANSUL special hazard fire protection products includes fire extinguishers and hand line units; pre-engineered restaurant, vehicles, and industrial systems; sophisticated fire detection/suppression systems as well as a complete line of dry chemical, foam, and gaseous extinguishing agents. ANSUL products are developed and tested at the ANSUL Fire Technology Center, one of the most extensive fire research and testing facilities in the world. ANSUL products meet the demanding challenge of industry and commerce, including high hazard/high risk markets such as automotive, aviation, mining, chemical and petro-chemical, utility, fire service, and metal manufacturing/processing industries.

About Tyco Fire Suppression & Building Products

Tyco Fire Suppression & Building Products is a strategically aligned business unit of Tyco International with globally recognized products sold under leading brands including ANSUL, GRINNELL MECHANICAL, HYGOOD, PYRO-CHEM, RAPID RESPONSE, SKUM, and TYCO FIRE PRODUCTS. Tyco Fire Suppression & Building Products produces fire protection and ancillary mechanical building construction solutions for commercial, industrial, institutional, governmental, and residential customers. Heavy emphasis is placed on research and development resulting in innovations and global approvals covering specialized chemical and water-based fire technologies. Key products include manual firefighting equipment, detection/suppression systems, extinguishing agents, sprinkler systems, valves, piping products, and fittings