WHDR™ Kitchen Fire Suppression System – Marine
Wet Chemical Fire Protection for Marine Galley Applications
The WHDR™ Kitchen Fire Suppression System – Marine is a pre-engineered wet chemical suppression system designed specifically to protect cooking equipment and associated ventilation systems in shipboard galley environments.
Marine galleys present unique fire risks due to confined spaces, vessel motion, continuous operation, and the presence of hot oils and grease. The WHDR™ Kitchen Fire Suppression system – Marine provides automatic, 24-hour protection for galley appliances, exhaust hoods, plenums, and ductwork, helping safeguard crew, passengers, and vessel operations.
Designed for the demanding conditions of shipboard environments, the system delivers fast flame knockdown, reflash prevention, and dependable performance while meeting applicable marine standards and approvals.
Key Advantages
- Designed for Marine Environments
Engineered specifically for vessel galley applications. - Automatic 24-Hour Protection
Provides continuous fire protection without reliance on crew intervention. - Fast, Integrated Detection
Rapid detection and system actuation help minimize fire growth and damage. - Prevents Reflash
Wet chemical agent forms a protective foam layer over hot grease surfaces to help prevent re-ignition.
- Minimizes Vessel Downtime
Cost-effective design supports efficient recharge and periodic maintenance. - Suitable for Harsh Conditions
Operates in temperatures ranging from 0°F to 120°F (-18°C to 49°C). - Marine Type Approvals
Approved for use in shipboard applications requiring marine certifications.
Applications
The WHDR™ Marine Galley System is designed to protect:
- Commercial shipping vessels
- Offshore platforms
- Cruise ships
- Ferries
- Naval vessels
- Support vessels
- Workboats
- Specialty marine craft
Areas Protected
- Galley cooking appliances
- Exhaust hoods and plenums
- Ductwork
- Deep fat fryers
- Ranges
- Griddles
- Broilers
- Woks
- Additional cooking appliances as required
How the WHDR™ Kitchen Fire suppression system – Marine Works
Fire is detected through fusible links, thermo-bulb detectors, or electric heat detection devices installed within the galley hood and duct system.
Upon detection or manual activation, the control mechanism actuates the pressurized wet chemical agent cylinder.
The wet chemical agent is discharged through a fixed piping network and marine-rated nozzles positioned to protect cooking surfaces and ventilation components.
The agent suppresses flames and forms a foam blanket over grease surfaces to prevent reflash while the hazard cools.
Engineered for Vessel Protection
Kidde Fire Systems, a KiddeFenwal brand, has been protecting ships at sea for more than a century, developing fire suppression solutions for naval and commercial vessels worldwide.
The WHDR™ Kitchen Fire Suppression – Marine reflects that legacy, providing dependable, fast-acting fire suppression for galley hazards while helping maintain operational continuity onboard.
System Architecture
System Components
- XV Control System
- Wet chemical agent storage cylinder and valve assembly
- APC Wet Chemical Agent
- Fusible link or heat detection devices
- Manual remote release
- Automatic fuel shut-off
- Fixed pipe distribution network
- Application-specific discharge nozzles
Installation & Lifecycle Support
All systems are:
- Designed by factory-authorized Kidde Fire Systems distributors
- Installed by trained marine fire protection professionals
- Maintained in accordance with applicable codes and class requirements
Authorized distributors provide:
- Asset hazard analysis
- System design and technical support
- Installation services
- Maintenance and 24-hour emergency service
Marine Compliance & Approvals
The WHDR™ Kitchen Fire Suppression – Marine is designed and installed in accordance with applicable marine and fire protection standards.
Listings & Approvals Include:
- UL Listed
- USCG Compliant
- ABS Type Approved
- DNV Type Approved
- Lloyd’s Register Type Approved
- UK MER Approved
These approvals support use in regulated marine environments where compliance with classification society requirements is essential.
Protect Your Vessel’s Galley Operations
The WHDR™ Kitchen Fire Suppression System – Marine delivers reliable, automatic wet chemical fire protection for shipboard cooking environments, helping safeguard crew, passengers, and mission-critical vessel operations.
