By Ben Robinson on Apr 8, 2026 12:12:19 PM
Fireward is pleased to announce that we have officially joined the Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA), strengthening our presence within the UK's construction plant and vehicle fire suppression sector.
As a specialist in automatic fire suppression systems, this membership supports our ongoing work protecting excavators, cranes, and heavy plant machinery operating in high-risk environments. The CPA represents a wide range of businesses across the construction industry, making it a key platform for driving safety standards and best practice.
Supporting Fire Safety Across Heavy Plant Machinery
Fire risks in construction environments remain a significant concern, particularly for high-value assets such as excavators and cranes. Engine bays, hydraulic systems, and electrical components all present potential ignition points, where fires can escalate quickly without the right protection in place.
Our mobile plant fire suppression systems are designed to detect and suppress fires rapidly, helping to reduce downtime, prevent costly damage, and protect operators on site. By joining the CPA, we strengthen our ability to support the wider industry with proven fire protection solutions.
Extending Support into Rail Through the RPA
Within the CPA are several special interest groups, including the Rail Plant Association (RPA). While our core focus remains on construction plant, this also reinforces our support for road rail vehicles and the increasing demand for automatic fire suppression systems on the UK rail network.
This ensures we can continue to support contractors operating across both construction and rail sectors with consistent, compliant fire protection.
Take a look at some of our work recently carried out, fitting rail plant fire suppression systems to the road rail vehicles at Explore Transport
Working Alongside Industry Leaders
Becoming a CPA member allows Fireward to collaborate with plant hire companies, manufacturers, and contractors across the UK. It also keeps us aligned with evolving safety standards and industry requirements for fire suppression systems for construction machinery.
As demand continues to grow for automatic fire suppression systems for excavators, cranes, and heavy plant, our CPA membership strengthens our position as a trusted provider within the sector.
Looking Ahead
We look forward to connecting with other CPA members and continuing to promote the importance of fire protection across construction plant and heavy machinery in the UK.