According to Wikipedia, an industrial fire is a type of industrial disaster involving a conflagration which occurs in an industrial setting. Industrial fires often, but not always, occur together with explosions. Industrial fires are most likely to occur in facilities with a lot of flammable material. Potential for industrial fires can result from a number of reasons which include but are not limited to:
- Combustible dust and chemicals
- Poorly controlled high-temperature work areas, such as industrial welding
- Flammable liquids and gases
- Faulty equipment and machinery reaching
- Electrical hazards
Fire prevention and detection capabilities are not mere enterprise considerations but have become a major part of industrial operations. In the small economies within the Caribbean region, the loss of productive capacity caused by fire can have a ripple effect, affecting workers, business productivity and national GDP.
Today’s smoke and fire detectors are sophisticated electronic fire-protection devices that can detect the presence of smoke and fire. Industrial smoke and fire detectors can function as stand-alone fire alarm systems, or be integrated into an enterprise’s centralized disaster management protection system.
Autronica is a proven and reliable manufacturer of safety equipment in the marine, offshore and land markets. Autronica Fire and Security offers a comprehensive, high-quality range of products and services including fire and gas detection systems, alarms, and emergency lighting, to ensure safety remains a priority. Delivering complete systems and totally integrated solutions, Autronica specialises in ensuring the optimal utilisation of and interaction between detectors, interfaces and fire alarm control panels.
We are agents for the Autronica range. Give up a call today at Class One Systems to discuss your needs.
