Fire Protection Solutions for the Pulp & Paper Industry
Addressing Fire Risks in Pulp & Paper Manufacturing
The pulp and paper industry involves processes that handle combustible materials like wood chips, pulp, and paper dust. These materials, combined with high-speed machinery and elevated temperatures, create an environment susceptible to fire hazards. Common ignition sources include mechanical malfunctions, overheating equipment, and friction, which can lead to fires and explosions if not promptly addressed.
Identifying High-Risk Areas in pulp and paper facilities
Key areas within pulp and paper facilities that are prone to fire incidents include:
- Dryer Sections
High temperatures and the presence of fine paper dust increase the risk of ignition. - Conveyor Systems
Accumulated dust and mechanical components can become ignition points. - Storage Silos
Stored materials like pulp and paper dust can self-heat, leading to spontaneous combustion. - Processing Equipment
Machinery such as refiners and grinders can produce sparks or overheat during operation.
Customized Fire Protection Solutions for the Pulp & Paper Industry
The paper industry is prone to fire hazards due to high-speed machinery, paper dust, and heat-intensive processes. Firefly provides comprehensive fire detection and suppression systems designed to prevent costly shutdowns.
Firefly IR-Guard™
Firefly protects mills and filters with infrared detection of sparks and hot particles. Heat sources are extinguished using water spray, CO2 or water mist suppression.
Firefly’s IR-Guard™ solution is a Quick Suppression System and includes quick flame detection and water mist suppression, providing optimal protection of one of the most valued links in the production chain.
Firefly protects paper mills and filters with IR-radiation detection of sparks and hot particles and extinguish using water spray, isolation with CO2 or water mist suppression.
Key Benefits
- Quick System Response Time
- Minimum Water Usage
- Third Party Approved System
- Precision Detection
Certifications
Why Choose Firefly?
Ultra Quick System Response Time
The Quick Suppression System, which is part of our protection solution for shredders, operates with high performance flame detectors for extremely quick detection. The efficient water mist system has remarkable suppression capabilities which reduce damages on machinery.
FIREFLY FILTER PROTECTION
Dust extraction systems are vital to take care of dust generated in dry bulk handling processes. The risk in these units is considered very high due to the high concentration of dust. Firefly’s FM-approved Spark Detection and Extinguishing System will efficiently prevent ignition sources from entering the risk zones.
Precision Detection
The True IR Spark detectors enable Precision Detection of ALL types of ignition sources such as hot black particles, glowing embers, and sparks. The detectors are insensitive to daylight. Systems are also equipped with Multi-Channel flame detectors using advanced algorithms for Precision Detection of flames with high immunity to false positives.
Excellent Suppression Capabilities
The Water Mist System with fire-tested and verified extinguishing capabilities utilizes very small amounts of water resulting in less impact on machinery, minimized production loss and down time.
Director of Operations at Factory X
John Bennick
FNA took the time to understand our challenges and came up with customized solutions that we never considered.
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Firefly ConveyorGuard™
Firefly EXIMIO™
Firefly Spark Detection System
Firefly Quick Suppression System
FM Approved Fire Protection
All our fire prevention products are FM approved, meeting the highest safety standards. As the official North American distributor for Firefly, we provide cutting-edge protection, including the only FM-approved spark detection system for high-temperature particles.
Industries We Protect
Fire Safety Solutions for High-Risk Industries. We protect industries where fire risks are high, ensuring operational safety and business continuity.