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Mining Operations

Unlike mining vehicles, there is no mandatory fire protection requirement for electrical systems. The conditions in and around a mine are harsh on electrical panels and cabinets. They require proper maintenance and safety measures to avoid electrical fires. A fire not only stops operations but puts miners at risk because the HVAC or dust control systems could stop working. This creates dangerous and intolerable working conditions. Firetrace’s automatic fire detection and suppression systems use a pneumatic detection tubing that bursts when it comes in contact with the heat and flame. It suppresses the fire right at the source. The dusty and smoky environment within the mine doesn’t interfere with fire detection and tubing unlike, a smoke detector or VESDA system.

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Manufacturing

Electrical cabinets power machinery and equipment for all types of manufacturing facilities. Production stops if there is an interruption to the electrical supply. Power outages occur from storms, wildlife, tree limbs, and equipment failure. When a failure occurs in the electrical cabinet, it can lead to a fire. Overloaded circuits and old wiring cause arching, creating a fire hazard. An automatic fire suppression system quickly detects and suppresses the fire to minimize damage to the electrical cabinet allowing the facility to get back up and running.

Power Substations

Substations contain important switchgear and electrical panels that distribute power to municipalities. The flow of electricity from power plants to consumers rely on substations and have often been the source of power outages due to equipment failure and electrical fires. A Firetrace system provides 24/7 fire protection without the need for electricity. This is highly effective for operations that do not require a person being on-site at all times. Firetrace systems are also non-conductive, which makes it a perfect option for protecting valuable switchgear and electrical cabinets within a facility with high voltage currents.

Water Treatment Plants

Health and safety for the community play a big role in water treatment plant operations. The “headworks” or the screening process to remove large objects and materials from incoming water is critical to operations. Electrical cabinets provide power to critical processes at plants, like the headworks. If power isn’t maintained, then human health and safety are at risk. Water treatment plants turn to Firetrace for automatic fire detection and protection for their electrical panels to minimize damage and downtime from electrical fires within these enclosures.