Fires in on-road vehicles such as a bus or truck present a great deal of danger to the operator and passengers, not only from the fire itself, but also from the potential danger of exiting the vehicle in traffic. Steehold systems are ideal for the rigorous environments in these vehicles, providing the durability needed for to survive the constant movement of the vehicle, combined with the ever-changing environmental conditions – temperature extremes, dirt, vibration all combine to create a challenge many fire suppression systems cannot meet.
A fire in the engine compartment of passenger vehicles is a very serious situation. An engine fire can grow very large very quickly, threatening lives and property. If the vehicle is moving, the airflow thorough the engine compartment can make detection and suppression more difficult. Steehold is proud to offer automatic fire detection systems that are specifically designed to work effectively in the conditions in which vehicles operate while offering superior fire protection.
The detection tubing is installed both above and behind the potential source of fire. Upon detection the tubing will burst, triggering the release of the extinguishing agent, which results in fast and effective fire suppression. The system is available with a manual release for driver activation as well as an audible alarm to alert the driver and passengers when the system is activated.
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