Machinery & Equipment

Fire Protection Risks in Machinery & Equipment

Industrial machinery and equipment are critical to manufacturing, processing, and power generation industries. However, these systems pose significant fire risks due to overheating components, friction, electrical faults, and the presence of combustible materials such as lubricants, hydraulic fluids, and dust accumulation. Mechanical failures and operational wear can further increase the likelihood of fire ignition. Fires in machinery and equipment can lead to substantial production losses, costly repairs, and serious safety threats to workers.

Specification Ready Suppression Systems for Equipment Fire Mitigation

Integrated fire protection cabinets provide an advanced and space-efficient solution for mitigating fire risks in industrial machinery and equipment. These cabinets can house fire suppression systems such as integrated compressed air foam (ICAF). Their compact design allows for seamless integration near machinery, enabling immediate suppression activation in case of fire. Once the system is activated, foam (Enviro ARK) will discharge through nozzles aiming at the most critical area of equipment forming foam blanket over oil spills and cascade fire. This action suppresses oxygen, slows fire expansion, and significantly reduces the risk of major damage to facilities. Additionally, integrated cabinets can incorporate heat, flame, and smoke detection sensors, automatically triggering suppression at the first sign of a fire hazard.

Simplify Compliance and Optimize Layouts

To maintain safety and regulatory compliance, facilities with industrial machinery and equipment must adhere to fire protection standards such as NFPA 79 (Electrical Standard for Industrial Machinery), as well NFPA 30 (Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code), or NFPA 13 (Sprinkler Systems) and NFPA 11 (Standard for Low-, Medium-, and High-Expansion Foam). Integrated fire protection cabinets align with these regulations by offering reliable, low-maintenance, and cost-effective fire suppression solutions. By implementing these systems, industrial operators can enhance fire safety, minimize downtime, and ensure continued regulatory compliance while protecting valuable assets and personnel.

Potential Systems Fit

ICAF is a system that can meet your project's requirements.