High-speed fire detection systems

To design a successful high speed fire protection system, an engineer must take many factors into consideration. In addition, each individual installation typically has characteristics that require special attention. Because of the nature of the hazard involved and the need for such extremely fast response, the design of the high speed detection system is best left to a skilled expert. 

Advancements In Electronic Fire Detection in the past fifteen to twenty (15 to 20) years has made Ultra High Speed Deluge Systems for explosive facilities quite feasible and reliable. Since Detection has been covered in previous chapters, this chapter will focus mainly on Ultra High Speed Deluge Fire Suppression. Discussed are the three (3) most popular ultra high speed fire suppression systems presently used in explosive facilities. 

In areas where the possibility of fire is the greatest, a high speed ultraviolet detection system is employed. The ultraviolet eyes detect the presence of a flame and are interconnected with a high speed water deluge system. In some areas the fire detection devices have process shutdown capabilities. The detectors are situated such that the entire hazardous area can be monitored at all times. They are equipped with air shields that not only cool the detector but also blow clean air across the face of the lens, keeping any dust from accumulating on the lens, which assures detection capability. Further, the detectors have a built-in test lamp which serves as a check of... 

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