Mine vehicle fire suppression system

These solutions are able to detect, suppress, and cool fires on non-road mobile equipment deployed in both underground and surface mine operations.
The company is reinforcing its technological leadership by introducing state-of-the-art technologies that include twin-agent (dry chemical, liquid agent) suppression systems, triple IR detection systems and detection and actuation schemes.
These cutting edge solutions are not only more robust in the sense that they have the capacity to operate under a wider temperature range, they also feature numerous mounting options.
With robust agent storage tanks that incorporate a welded steel tank and agent outlet sealed bursting disc assemble, the current ANSUL A-101™ is able to operate at extreme temperature between -54 degrees Celsius and 99 degrees Celsius (-65 degrees Farenheit to 210 degrees Farenheit). In comparison, traditional foam systems would function at temperatures of between 2 degrees Celsius and 60 degrees Celsius (35 degrees Farenheit to 140 degrees Farenheit).
ANSUL A-101™/LVS™ solutions now also come with more mounting options. Storage tanks can be mounted on different surfaces and angles, and are able to withstand being jolted and bumped on the most uneven of roads.
The ANSUL vehicle fire suppression system is approved by Factory Mutual (FM), Conformite Europeene (CE) and has an Australian approved to AS 5062. With commitment to offer the best vehicle fire suppression system, it also has designs that allow customers meet the US Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) fire safety requirements for underground battery charging stations that was introduced back in July, 2008.
An investment in ANSUL fire suppression systems for non-road mobile equipment offers corporations one of the best possible returns on their investment. Where large machines are concerned, for instance, it takes only a single ruptured line to result in a huge, damaging and very costly fire.
Equipping these machines with an ANSUL A-101/LVS twin-agent fire suppression system is therefore a smart investment. It is, in fact, an investment that pays off at the first sign of fire, as the system activates itself to immediately put out flames. With the system, corporations protect themselves against the tragic loss of life, costly downtime, catastrophic injuries and excessive insurance premiums.

Products at a glance:
ANSUL A-101 Mobile Equipment Fire Suppression System
This system discharges proven ANSUL FORAY® multipurpose dry chemical agent, quickly combating flames. With tank capacities from 10 to 250 lbs (4.5 -113.4 kg), the A-101 fixed-nozzle system can be designed to flood entire volumes with the chemical agent, or can be aimed at specific high-hazard areas.
ANSUL LT-A-101/LVS Twin-Agent Fire Suppression Systems
This system provides the combined effects of dry chemical and liquid agents. While the FORAY dry chemical knocks down the flames, the LVS agent cools surrounding areas and helps minimise the possibility of reflash.
ANSUL LVS-5 Liquid Agent Fire Suppression System
When paired with an A-101 dry chemical system, this compact new model is designed to provide the benefits of a twin-agent system on low-profile equipment found in underground mining applications. Stored in a 5-gallon (18.9 L) tank, the LVS agent cools surrounding areas, helping to suppress the fire and prevent reflash. Additionally, because it is liquid, the LVS agent flows along the same path as burning fuels to reach and suppress fires in areas dry agents might not.
CHECKFIRE® Detection & Actuation Systems
The matchless ANSUL CHECKFIRE detection and actuation systems provide detection, alarm, machine shutdown and actuation automatically, when required.
SHARPEYE™ 20/20 Triple Detector
SharpEye infrared detection provides advanced triple-IR flame detection. Added to existing linear wire or spot detection, the beginnings of fire are detected much sooner. SharpEye features include sensitivity selection, automatic built-in testing, compact size and 100-degree field of vision.
RED LINE® Backup Support
ANSUL RED LINE dry chemical cartridge-operated extinguishers are an ideal backup to the primary fire suppression system. These rugged, reliable handheld units are a proven means of extinguishing a wide range of Class A, B and C fires, and provide that extra measure of protection required by authorities.
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