VEHICLE FIRE SUPPRESSION

This Volvo ECR58 compact excavator is now protected with Fireward’s Single Agent automatic fire suppression system, using dry powder to deliver rapid fire protection in the high-risk tunnelling environment.

How Fireward’s Single Agent System Works

Our Single Agent system utilises dry powder suppression to provide fast and effective fire control:

• Dry Powder – Rapidly extinguishes flames and suppresses hidden fires in hard-to-reach areas

• Pneumatic Detection – A strategically routed detection tube bursts when exposed to flame, releasing pressure and activating the system

• Indirect Release – Suppression agent is discharged through nozzles precisely placed throughout the engine bay to target critical fire-prone areas

Additional Features:

Manual Actuator – Enables manual system activation when required
Equipment Shutdown – Automatically powers down the machine to limit fire escalation
Battery Isolator – Cuts off electrical supply to prevent electrical fires
In-Cab Monitor – Alerts the operator when the system is activated

(WATCH) How does the system work?

Fire Risks in Tunnelling

The Volvo ECR58 works in confined tunnelling environments where heat build-up, poor ventilation, and fine dust accumulation heighten the risk of fire. These conditions make early fire detection and suppression critical for safe operations.

Built-in Fire Protection for Tunnelling Equipment

Fireward’s automatic fire suppression system delivers dependable protection in enclosed environments. The system reacts instantly to fire threats, minimising machine downtime and improving safety for tunnelling operations

Protect your equipment with Fireward’s automatic fire suppression systems.

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To find out more about Fireward’s Automatic Fire Suppression systems, get in touch by calling 0800 151 0249 or email at: sales@fireward.co.uk