Civil and Off Road
Certified Company ISO 9001-2008
Industry Risks
Within the civil and off-road machinery sector fires can occur due to a build-up of debris and harsh working conditions. These conditions result in the machinery being used in a manner which can end up generating high temperatures. Many owners never consider the fire risks and consequences of not being adequately equipped should a fire occur. Equipment fires can start with a small fuel or oil leak onto a hot area in the engine compartment or due to an electrical fault in the engine compartment. Most of these pieces of equipment use turbos and are diesel driven.
Consequences
Without fast suppression, one of the most prevalent consequences of a fire anywhere on the equipment is damage. With the high likelihood of the fire spreading, the damage may not only be contained to the ignition area, but to any areas reached by the fire or the smoke. If the fire spreads into the cabin, the lives of the operator are at risk of injury or death.
An undetected fire can cause a serious hazard if an essential component of the equipment fails while in motion and under load, risking not only the lives of the people inside the vehicle but also surrounding people and vehicles.
The BlazeCut Difference
While fire extinguishers are affordable and easy to install (and we recommend having at least one installed in every piece of equipment, there is always a risk of getting burnt if opening the engine hood to extinguish the fire. And who will put out the fire if the vehicle is in an accident and the people inside are trapped?
BlazeCut Fire systems automatically actuates in the engine compartment when a fire occurs, extinguishing the fire in seconds leaving very minimal damage to your vehicle and keeping you safe. You can fit them yourself after reviewing the instructions, in most cases installation takes less than an hour or you can have a professional install it for you.
Industry Application Examples
Excavators
- Skid Steers
- Rollers and Compactors
- Backhoes
- Trenching Machines
- Telehandlers
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