Sonic Fire Tech has secured $15 million in funding to advance an innovative acoustic fire suppression system that extinguishes flames using sound instead of water or chemicals. Traditional fire protection methods often cause extensive property damage and costly cleanup bills, a problem this new startup aims to eliminate completely.
The system relies on inaudible infrasonic waves around 20 Hz pumped through ceiling pipes once sensors detect a fire. By bombarding the flames with sound, the technology puts out fires within seconds without leaving any messy residue behind. This approach is particularly beneficial for commercial kitchens and shows strong potential in containing difficult lithium-ion battery fires.
The fresh capital will be used to expand the team and conduct rigorous testing to secure industry approvals and build trust with insurance providers. By eliminating collateral water damage, Sonic Fire Tech hopes to revolutionize building safety and drastically reduce property restoration costs following fire incidents.
- Sonic Fire Tech raises $15M in new funding
- Acoustic system uses 20 Hz sound waves to fight fires
- No water or chemical damage left behind
- Shows promise in containing lithium-ion battery fires
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