Paratech Expands the UL/FM K160 Sprinkler Market for Logistics Warehouses and Industrial Plants

As fire protection safety standards continue to become more stringent across logistics warehouses, industrial plants, and large-scale facilities, the global demand for high-performance UL/FM sprinkler systems is rapidly increasing.

Fesco/ParaTech – a leading Korean fire protection equipment manufacturer listed on the KOSDAQ stock exchange – is accelerating the expansion of the large-flow sprinkler market through its internationally certified FM Approved UL/FM K160 sprinkler series.

This large K-factor sprinkler head is specifically designed for warehouse facilities, logistics centers, industrial plants, and projects requiring strict international fire protection standards.

Notably, Paratech is among the few companies in the industry that simultaneously possess:

• Korea’s KFI Certification,
• UL Listed Certification,
• and FM Approved Certification.

In Vietnam, PGTECH is the official authorized distributor of Fesco/Paratech UL/FM sprinkler systems and fire protection equipment, serving industrial projects, logistics facilities, shopping malls, hospitals, and FDI factories that require high-level fire safety standards.

Sprinkler K160 FM Approved – A Solution for Logistics Warehouses and Industrial Plants

One of Paratech’s flagship products is the K160 large-flow sprinkler series.

The K160 is a large-flow sprinkler specifically designed for warehouses and industrial plants with high storage density, where increased discharge capacity is required for more effective fire suppression.

The Sprinkler K160 belongs to the large K-factor sprinkler category, enabling higher water discharge rates to support fire protection in high-piled storage areas within modern warehouses.

The FM Approved K160 sprinkler is:

• the first product from an Asian company to obtain FM certification in this segment,
• and one of the very few large-flow sprinklers worldwide to achieve FM Approved standards.

FM Approval is considered one of the most important international certifications in the fire protection industry and is widely used in:

• logistics warehouses,
• distribution centers,
• electronics manufacturing plants,
• industrial production facilities,
• data centers,
• and projects requiring strict risk management standards.

Unlike conventional sprinklers, FM Approved sprinklers must undergo rigorous testing for fire suppression performance and operational reliability.

Using FM-certified equipment not only enhances fire safety performance but can also help optimize insurance and reinsurance costs for buildings and industrial facilities.

Growing Demand for Large-Flow Sprinkler Systems

Following the implementation of Korea’s NFPC 609 fire safety standards for warehouse facilities, the installation of large-flow sprinklers in logistics warehouses has become mandatory for many types of projects.

As a result, Paratech’s K160 sprinkler series has rapidly emerged as one of the leading solutions in the premium fire protection systems segment.

The demand for UL/FM sprinkler equipment is no longer limited to semiconductor factories and large logistics warehouses. It is now expanding into:

• aging apartment buildings requiring fire protection upgrades,
• small and medium-sized factories,
• low-rise industrial workshops under six floors,
• healthcare facilities,
• dormitories,
• and renovation projects complying with new safety regulations.

Market trends indicate that investors and project owners are increasingly prioritizing internationally certified, highly reliable fire protection equipment rather than focusing solely on initial investment costs.

In Vietnam, investment in UL/FM sprinkler systems is also growing rapidly across logistics warehouses, FDI factories, data centers, and large-scale industrial facilities. Many investors and fire protection consultants now prioritize internationally certified fire protection systems to meet increasingly strict fire safety requirements and operational standards for foreign-invested projects.

Demand for International Standard Sprinkler Systems Continues to Rise

UL Listed and FM Approved certifications are now considered essential standards in international fire protection systems, especially for warehouses, data centers, and FDI manufacturing facilities that require high operational reliability.

According to Paratech, the fire protection market is entering a strong growth cycle as:

• mandatory sprinkler installation regulations continue to expand,
• many existing facilities are required to upgrade their fire protection systems before 2026,
• and government policies promoting investment in fire safety systems continue to gain momentum.

Mr. Park Sun-ki, CEO of Paratech, stated:

“Awareness of prioritizing safety over cost is spreading rapidly, leading to increasing demand for internationally certified products. With more than 50 years of accumulated certification expertise, we will continue contributing to raising fire safety standards in the market.”

According to Paratech’s 2025 business report, the company’s manufacturing division recorded revenue of approximately KRW 67.8 billion. Among this, sprinkler-related products (including sprinkler heads and flexible sprinkler hose systems) accounted for approximately 47.3% of total revenue, continuing to serve as one of the company’s core strategic product groups.

PGTECH Distributes Fesco/Paratech UL/FM Sprinkler Solutions in Vietnam

In the Vietnamese market, PGTECH is the official authorized distributor of Fesco/ParaTech fire protection solutions, providing:

• UL/FM sprinkler heads,
• UL/FM certified fire protection valves such as Alarm Valves, Deluge Valves, OS&Y Gate Valves, Butterfly Valves, and related equipment,
• flexible sprinkler hoses,
• and internationally certified fire protection equipment.

Through its partnership with Paratech, PGTECH aims to deliver UL/FM-standard sprinkler system solutions to the Vietnamese market, meeting the growing fire safety requirements of:

• industrial factories,
• logistics warehouses,
• shopping malls,
• hospitals,
• hotels,
• data centers,
• and large-scale projects requiring high-level fire protection standards.

PGTECH’s engineering team is ready to provide technical consultation and support in selecting UL/FM sprinkler solutions that meet the fire protection design requirements of each project according to international standards.

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