Fire prevention & protection for the Power generation industry

Turbine lubrication oil presents a significant fire hazard, particularly as turbine operating temperatures can surpass the oil’s ignition point. Additionally, conveyors pose risks, as objects like stones and metal fragments in incoming materials can impede flow, leading to temperature spikes. Friction from material accumulation further exacerbates these dangers.

Consider the scale: Large steam turbine generators require thousands of litres of oil for bearing lubrication. In the event of oil leakage, triggered by factors like vibrations, operator oversight, or electrical faults, the ensuing fire can result in catastrophic consequences for the entire plant.

Ensure your facility’s safety by implementing robust measures to mitigate these risks effectively.

Research conducted by FM Global reveals that inadequate fire protection was a significant factor in 17 major turbine building fires studied. The resulting property damage, excluding lost production, exceeded $400 million, with an average property loss of $26 million per incident. These fires led to turbine downtime ranging from 10 days to 48 weeks, resulting in a loss of generating capacity surpassing 20 million MWh.

Firefly offers proactive protection for your power generation facility. Our advanced systems detect and extinguish hot particles within your processes, anticipating potential fires and ensuring uninterrupted operations. Safeguard your facility with Firefly to maintain operational continuity and minimize risks.