Weybridge, UK — July 2026 FirePro UK Ltd today announced the release of a new industry white paper authored by Managing Director Tony Hanley, a leading figure in UK fire engineering with more than 40 years of active experience. The paper, “Considerations for the Extended Lifecycle and/or Replacement of Obsolete or Aged Pressurised Fire Suppression Gas Systems,” provides a detailed examination of the growing challenges associated with legacy FM200, CO₂ and similar pressurised gaseous fire suppression systems.
Drawing on decades of operational insight, Hanley highlights the increasing lifecycle pressures facing end users, including hydrostatic test failures, pipework degradation, rising refill costs, tightening environmental regulations, and declining reliability. The paper notes: “Older cylinders may often fail the test, making them noncompliant and requiring replacement,” and emphasises that enclosure integrity — essential for gas-based systems — becomes progressively harder to maintain as buildings age and evolve.
The publication also outlines how FirePro condensed aerosol technology offers a modern, compliant, and cost-effective alternative. Unlike traditional gas systems, FirePro does not rely on room pressurisation or gas concentration to extinguish fire. Instead, it uses a solid-state, non-pressurised generator that chemically interrupts combustion. This approach eliminates the need for cylinders, pipework, hydrostatic testing, refills, and room integrity assessments, while delivering a certified 15-year lifecycle and significantly reduced maintenance costs.
Hanley states that FirePro’s characteristics make it particularly suitable for retrofit environments, older buildings, and mission-critical spaces where maintaining airtightness is impractical. The paper further highlights FirePro’s environmental advantages, including negligible GWP, absence of PFAS/CFCs, and full compliance with BS/EN 15276 safety requirements.
Tony Hanley, Managing Director of FirePro UK, Vice Chairman of the Fire Industry Association (FIA) and recipient of the 2023 FIA Lifetime Achievement Award, has long been recognised for his contributions to competency standards and fire engineering best practice. His latest white paper aims to support stakeholders in making informed decisions as legacy systems approach end-of-life.
The white paper is now available for industry professionals, facilities managers, insurers, and fire engineering specialists seeking clarity on lifecycle risk, regulatory pressure, and modern alternatives for fire suppression.
Download the white paper here. Watch the accompanying video here.
For further information, contact: FirePro UK Ltd Edgerton House, Baker Street, Weybridge, KT13 8AL, United Kingdom
T: +44 (0)8000 314 333 E: sales@fireprouk.com W: www.fireprouk.com
About the Author
Dave Staddon - Publisher
Co-Founder of MDM Publishing Ltd. He has worked in fire publishing for close to 30 years. The company's portfolio includes International Fire Protection, International Fire Fighter, Asia Pacific Fire, Gulf Fire & UK Fire.
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