Johnson Controls has relaunched its Connected Sprinkler service in the United States, offering predictive maintenance capabilities through real-time system data.
The company said the service provides facility managers and building owners with continuous system insights by analyzing indicators such as temperature, water presence and pressure changes.
According to Johnson Controls, the goal is to reduce the risk of system failure and lower operating costs by enabling proactive maintenance.
Dustin Teske, Portfolio Leader for Digital Fire Offerings at Johnson Controls, said: “With the continued evolution of our Connected Sprinkler service, we’re not only improving the service experience but also helping to save our customers time and money.
“By integrating advanced technologies, we’re enhancing system reliability by equipping stakeholders and service technicians with the tools they need to make proactive maintenance decisions.”
The Connected Sprinkler service removes the need for periodic-only inspections by enabling system performance to be monitored continuously.
Johnson Controls explained that instead of relying solely on scheduled checks, building operators can now receive updates whenever specific risk thresholds are exceeded.
The company said the service categorizes detected system issues into three priority levels, with alerts dispatched to help address performance concerns promptly.
These real-time notifications include alerts for risks such as frozen pipes, pressure changes and the presence of water.
By adopting a predictive rather than reactive approach, Johnson Controls stated that facilities could reduce downtime, citing the U.S. Department of Energy’s Operations & Maintenance Best Practices Guide, which reports up to 40 percent reduction when shifting to predictive maintenance.
Johnson Controls confirmed that the Connected Sprinkler service is designed to be compatible with any existing sprinkler system.
The system uses sensors to track patterns and deviations over days, weeks and months.
This trend data allows facility teams to determine what constitutes normal versus abnormal system behavior.
The company said this reduces reliance on legacy inspection regimes and enables faster reaction to changing site conditions.
According to Johnson Controls, the platform integrates with current infrastructure regardless of manufacturer.
The company noted that by providing a baseline of regular performance data, facility managers can make informed decisions about scheduling service and repair work.
Over time, the service records repetitive performance patterns, which Johnson Controls said enables better understanding of system wear and emerging issues.
This real-time understanding is intended to supplement traditional methods of fire protection planning.
The Connected Sprinkler system supports an overall strategy of using digital tools to improve fire protection system reliability.
The company reported that this effort aligns with its broader Connected Fire Service portfolio.
By triaging system issues and providing early warnings, the Connected Sprinkler service aims to prevent more serious malfunctions.
Johnson Controls said the system communicates alert frequency and severity to help prioritize technician responses.
The company added that this helps reduce both the cost and impact of emergency repairs.
Dustin Teske added: “By integrating advanced technologies, we’re enhancing system reliability by equipping stakeholders and service technicians with the tools they need to make proactive maintenance decisions.
“By moving beyond reactive models, we’re providing real-time insight and supporting improved fire system safety.”
Johnson Controls has relaunched its Connected Sprinkler service in the United States.
The service provides real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance capabilities for fire sprinkler systems.
It collects data on temperature, pressure and water presence.
Facility managers receive alerts when issues are detected.
Problems are categorized into three severity levels.
The system is compatible with existing sprinkler infrastructure.
Johnson Controls said it reduces reliance on scheduled inspections.
According to the Department of Energy, predictive maintenance can reduce downtime by 40 percent.
Alerts include pipe freezing, pressure imbalance and water presence.
The system tracks long-term trends in performance.
These trends are used to inform future service planning.
The Connected Sprinkler service forms part of Johnson Controls’ broader Connected Fire Service offering.
It is intended to reduce costs and improve reliability for facility managers.
