Automated Fire Extinguisher System for High-Risk Environments
Firetrack is a fully automated self-seeking fire extinguisher system, primarily designed for use within the materials handling industry, although it can also be used in other applications.
A typical Firetrack system comprises of a pressurised cylinder with a variable length tracer tube. The cylinder is mounted in a secure location and the tubing secured around high fire risk areas “flash points”. Should a fire break out the tubing ruptures to eject the contents of the cylinder onto the fire.
Benefits
- Quick Response System
- Fights Fires Where They Start
- Bespoke Solutions Available
Applications
- Fork Truck Engines
- Mobile Plant Equipment
- Battery Chargers
- Computer Cabinets
- Switch Panels
- Agricultural Machinery
- Air Conditioning Units
- Store Cupboards
- Covered Bins/Skips
Advantages of Firetrack
Firetrack is simple to fit, it has a wide range of applications and can be adapted to suit most types of industrial equipment. It is a self-activating system that does not rely on electronics, moving parts or external monitors. It is versatile allowing for different areas to be covered by the same unit. Firetrack uses trace tubing to detect the fire and deliver the suppression media to the heart of the fire. All units come with an in built pressure monitor, to check product status, and a pressure top up valve.
Ideal for fire protection in remote or unmanned applications.
| Features | Fixed | Programmable |
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1 Litre / 1 Kg |
Foam – Genex 6B – AFFF 6% concentrate |
Additional tracer tubing
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2 Litre / 2 Kg |
Powder – ABC Dry Powder |
Additional chafe guarding
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4 Litre / 4 Kg |
Gas – FM200 – hepta fluid propane gas OR Novak 1230 |
Tubing isolation valve
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6 Litre / 6 Kg |
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T Valve – fixed or swivel, secondary trace tube
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9 Litre / 9 Kg |
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Passive output switch |
Frequently asked questions
How does Firetrack work?
Firetrack uses a pressurized cylinder with a tracer tube that runs along areas prone to fires, such as forklift engines, mobile plant equipment, or other high-risk zones. If a fire starts, the heat causes the tubing to rupture, activating the system and releasing suppression media directly at the fire source.
What types of equipment and areas can Firetrack be used for?
- Fork truck engines
- Mobile plant equipment
- Battery chargers
- Computer cabinets and switch panels
- Agricultural machinery
- Air conditioning units
- Store cupboards and covered bins/skips
What are the advantages of Firetrack over other fire suppression systems?
- Simplicity: Firetrack is easy to install, with no need for electronics, moving parts, or external monitors.
- Versatility: It can cover a wide range of areas with the same unit, making it adaptable to various fire risks.
- Self-Activation: The system is self-activating, meaning it works automatically without human intervention.
- Pressure Monitoring: Firetrack includes an in-built pressure monitor to check the status of the system and a top-up valve to maintain pressure.
Where is Firetrack ideal for use?
Firetrack is particularly effective in environments where manual fire suppression might not be feasible, such as remote or unmanned applications. It is also useful in high-risk areas that need continuous, automatic fire protection.