Certified
Sprinkler System for MSI
The Taiwanese company MSI is a leading player in the global gaming industry, with production facilities in Taiwan and China. In Eindhoven/Son, MSI Computer Europe B.V. handles a significant part of the logistics, while Mystar Computer B.V. is responsible for marketing and sales across parts of Europe. Both entities operate under Micro-Star Netherlands Holding B.V.
Given the high value of the laptops, gaming consoles, and other computer components stored in Eindhoven, the insurance company required the installation of a sprinkler system. Jolanda Aarntzen and Margot van Woezik, who are responsible for facility management at MSI, were closely involved in this "sprinkler project." Together with Jeroen Veefkind (Project Manager at Quadrant4), they share insights into the challenges faced during its implementation.
Jolanda: “Our products have a high value and need to be well-protected, but also able to be ‘sprinkled’ if necessary. The alternative was to store 75% of our inventory at other locations, which we wanted to avoid.”
Margot: “We had already done some preliminary research and requested quotes from several companies for both the implementation and project management of this sprinkler system, which involved both technical and structural work. One of our suppliers recommended we contact Quadrant4. In the end, we chose them.”
Logistical Challenges
Jolanda: “For each phase of the project, we had to clear an entire warehouse hall and redistribute the contents across the other halls—three times in total. We outsourced part of the storage to a logistics partner and even relocated our receiving and shipping departments to accommodate the work.”
Jeroen: “Even part of the office space and the cafeteria had to be temporarily cleared to install the sprinkler system. This was essential because our logistics operations had to continue, and we had set a tight schedule to ensure completion before peak season (fall/winter). Fortunately, we managed to finish work in the logistics areas by the end of August 2024.”
Technical Challenges
Jolanda: “Working in an existing building is always more difficult. You have to deal with skylights, beams, and unexpected obstacles.”
Jeroen: “We built a dedicated sprinkler pump room and installed sprinklers at every shelving level. This was necessary due to the storage of lithium-ion batteries, which require stricter fire protection measures. The insurance company mandated a certified sprinkler system.
Additionally, we had to collaborate with the shelving supplier because the existing shelving grids needed to be covered for the sprinklers to function correctly. Together, we developed a system that allowed the additional panels to be easily installed during the sprinkler installation process.”
Inspection and Certification
Jolanda: “The fire department conducted an inspection to ensure everything was up to standard. The initial inspection of the sprinkler system took place on October 14, 2024, and the final inspection followed on November 12, 2024, after which we officially received the sprinkler system certification.”
Margot: “Quadrant4 took care of everything—planning, oversight, permits—keeping us completely out of the line of fire. We didn’t have to deal with the many questions from contractors and subcontractors; Jeroen, Rob, and Roy from Quadrant4 handled them all.”
Jolanda: “I found the Quadrant4 team to be highly skilled and precise. On top of that, they were approachable and easy to work with. So despite the challenges, we were able to sleep well throughout this intense project.”
