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valves in some ? re protection systems. The code is intended to prevent the possible malfunction of CO2 system zone or selector valves by specifying the sequence of system operation. The appropriate sequence of operation prevents CO2 pressure from building up at the inlet of the zone valve by re- quiring the valve be opened before the CO2 cylinders are opened. Pelletier told MarineNews in Au- gust, Retro? tting a boat for ? re protection can present several chal- lenges, such as space and cost, but a vessel owner can address these issues by working with a professional fa- miliar with marine industry applica- tions and requirements. Tyco Marine Services, a division of Tyco Fire Pro- tection Services, has a ? re protection solution for every hazard and can be a partner to those who need to retro? t to meet current marine ? re protection regulations.? Upon noti? cation of FSS Code 5.2.2.2, Tyco Marine Services took the initiative to develop both cable and pneumatically operated release and control units that meet the require- ments of this code. Although FSS Code 5.2.2.2 was approved in Octo- ber 2011, the USCG, as well as other regulatory agencies, was conscientious of the impact these upgrades would have on owner operators and manufac- turers and created a two-year timeline for compliance. Therefore, vessels con- tracted on or after July 1, 2010, will need to upgrade standard controls to hardware that meets FSS Code 5.2.2.2 no later than November 21, 2013. FIRE SUPPRESSION ? ONE SIZE DOES NOT FIT ALLMarine applications for total ? re suppression is not limited to a single product, hence a manufacturer should have the ability to offer total ? re sup- pression solutions for any hazard. With the introduction of lique? ed www.marinelink.com MN Sept2013 Layout 82-95.indd 858/30/2013 10:57:21 AM