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Fire is an ever-present risk in vehicles used to transport hot slag, because of the arduous conditions under which they operate. While that risk cannot be entirely eliminated, installing the right fire suppression system can minimise its consequence. In this paper, an outline of important considerations for fire suppression in slag transport vehicles is given. The sources of fire ignition and methods used for fire detection are described. Irrespective of how a vehicle fire has started, the vital link between the detectors and the extinguishers is provided by a fire system control panel. The Kidde KVS 2000 control panel as a good example of a product that is robust, simple to use and reliable in demanding on-vehicle operating conditions, is presented. There are two main types of extinguishing agent is use, dry chemical powder, and AFFF (aqueous film-forming foam). Both have been used successfully in slag-related applications, but the current trend is to prefer AFFF as it has a cooling effect while the powder does not. The cost of fitting a fire suppression system to a new or existing vehicle is modest, especially when compared with the costs of lost production. Assessment of the vehicles involved by a supplier with proven experience in the industry is always strongly recommended. This will ensure that the system finally chosen not only offers the best possible suppression for the operator and the vehicle, but also that installation and running costs are kept to a minimum.
Fire is an ever-present risk in vehicles used to transport hot slag, because of the arduous conditions under which they operate. While that risk cannot be entirely eliminated, installing the right fire suppression system can minimise its consequence. In this paper, an outline of important considerations for fire suppression in slag transport vehicles is given. The sources of fire ignition and methods used for fire detection are described. Irrespective of how a vehicle fire has started, the vital link between the detectors and the extinguishers is provided by a fire system control panel. The Kidde KVS 2000 control panel as a good example of a product that is robust, simple to use and reliable in demanding on-vehicle operating conditions, is presented. There are two main types of extinguishing agent is use, dry chemical powder, and AFFF (aqueous film-forming foam). Both have been used successfully in slag-related applications, but the current trend is to prefer AFFF as it has a cooling effect while the powder does not. The cost of fitting a fire suppression system to a new or existing vehicle is modest, especially when compared with the costs of lost production. Assessment of the vehicles involved by a supplier with proven experience in the industry is always strongly recommended. This will ensure that the system finally chosen not only offers the best possible suppression for the operator and the vehicle, but also that installation and running costs are kept to a minimum.
Slag transportation: a safer option
Schlackentransport - eine sichere Option
Easton, George (author)
Global Slag Magazine ; 17-19
2005
3 Seiten, 4 Bilder
Article (Journal)
English
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