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March 23, 2021

Is Retrofitting Wind Turbines with Fire Suppression Systems Worth It?

Wind farm owners retrofit wind turbines with fire suppression systems for many reasons, We’ll help you understand if the benefits outweigh the risks to retrofit your fleet.

March 16, 2021

Which Fire Suppression Agent is Best for Wind Turbines?

You're interested in installing fire suppression systems for your wind turbine. Learn about which fire suppression agent is best.

March 9, 2021

Prevent Insurance Rates from Increasing After a Wind Turbine Fire

After a fire, wind turbine insurance costs can skyrocket with increased insurance premiums and higher deductibles, ultimately affecting your bottom line.

February 22, 2021

Will Fire Protection be Required on All Wind Turbines?

While fire protection recommendations exist for the wind industry, wind turbine fire regulations are generally dictated by the AHJ and vary greatly.

February 17, 2021

How Can Wind Turbines Handle Antarctica and Not Texas?

Wind turbines in Texas were frozen due to low temperatures, leading to doubts about wind energy. How can wind turbines handle Antarctica and not Texas?

February 15, 2021

Four Misconceptions About Wind Turbine Insurance

Wind turbine insurance policies can be confusing. Read this post to learn about some common misconceptions you may have about your insurance policy.

February 1, 2021

Three Wind Turbine Fires Occurring in December Make Headlines

Three wind turbine fires occurred in the last two weeks of 2020. Read more about these fires and what you can do to prevent them from happening to you.

January 20, 2021

What Does Fire Risk in Wind Energy Look Like Heading Into 2021?

Jatin Sharma of NARDAC discusses his thoughts about wind turbine insurance heading into 2021. Read this blog post to learn more about current trends.

January 19, 2021

Should You Opt-in to Fire Suppression on Your Wind Turbines?

Being proactive on wind turbine fires will save you money and reputational cost by retrofitting your existing fleet or installing fire suppression on new turbines.

January 6, 2021

What are the Different Stages of a Fire?

The NFPA and most other standards classify fire into four stages which include ignition, growth, fully developed, and decay.

December 21, 2020

What Happens After a Wind Turbine Catches Fire?

In an unprotected wind turbine, a fire will likely result in a total loss. You need a plan on how to extinguish the fire and then replace the turbine.

March 6, 2019

What are water mist fire suppression agents?

Water mist fire suppression agents contain chemical additives, including aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF), ethanediol (ethylene glycol), and other types of antifreeze, that are corrosive, flammable, and harmful to drinking water and aquatic life.

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