Boat Race to feature water mist protection

This year's Boat Race is to feature spectator protection from the Ultra Fire Group's portable UltraGuard unit. The innovative UltraGuard unit will be delivered and positioned on site for the weekend, providing temporary fire suppression for vulnerable spectators in the crowds expected along the route of the 157th University Boat Race to be held on the 26th of March 2011, starting at 17:00 from Putney.

Features Of UltraGuard include:
Uses only 10% of water required by conventional sprinkler systems
230 volt trickle charge, with 7 day battery stand-by power to pump
Gentle water mist action minimises water damage and reduces traumatic impact on people in the vicinity
Creates a survivable atmosphere for human life as tested at BRE England
Provides a viable lower cost solution to a permanent sprinkler system
Available to purchase lease or rent from Ultra Fire Group