Dirk Sprakel graduated from Bochum University in 1994 and began his career as a Product Manager at a German pump manufacturer, where he developed a strong technical foundation in fluid systems and fire safety applications. In 1997, he joined FOGTEC Fire Protection and has since served as Managing Director, guiding the company’s international growth, technological development, and strategic direction for more than 25 years. Under his leadership, FOGTEC has become recognised as a global leader in water mist fire protection solutions across multiple sectors, including transport, energy, and infrastructure.
Beyond his executive role, Dirk has played an active part in shaping industry standards and advancing fire safety on an international scale. From 2011 to 2019, he was a member of the supervisory board at DormaKaba KG a.A., contributing to strategic oversight of one of the world’s leading access and security companies. He is currently Vice Chairman of the International Water Mist Association (IWMA) and serves on numerous technical committees and advisory boards, including NFPA 502 (Road Tunnels), DIN Water Mist Standard NA031-03-03 AA, EN 14972 Water Mist Standard, FM Advisory Board, and the BVES Standard for Fire Protection in Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
Dirk’s contributions extend deeply into research and innovation, with more than 30 years of involvement in R&D initiatives such as the SUVEREN and SOLIT projects within European research consortia. He is also the holder of multiple patents in fire protection technologies, underlining his commitment to advancing safer, more sustainable solutions for the industry.
