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Volvo EW240E

Written by Evelyn Silvester | 25-Jul-2022 11:00:00

VOLVO EW240E | VEHICLE FIRE SUPPRESSION

We recently installed our Dual Agent Automatic Fire Suppression System on a Volvo EW240E, delivering maximum fire protection for high-risk waste and recycling operations.

 

How Fireward’s Dual Agent System Works

Our Dual Agent system combines dry powder and wet chemical suppression for complete fire protection. Dry powder delivers rapid flame knockdown, while the wet chemical cools hot surfaces to prevent reignition. Suppression agents are discharged through a network of nozzles in the engine bay, triggered by a strategically placed pneumatic detection tube that bursts when exposed to flame, releasing pressure and activating the system.

 

System highlights:

  • Dry Powder – Fast flame knockdown and deep fire penetration

  • Wet Chemical – Cools hot components to prevent reignition

  • Pneumatic Detection Network – Tube bursts under heat to trigger system

  • Indirect Release System – Agents discharged through nozzles to target risk areas

 

Additional Features:

Battery Isolation – Disconnects power to minimise electrical fire risk
Engine Shutdown – Stops the machine to prevent fuel-fed fire spread
Manual Actuator – Gives operators manual control in emergencies

 

(WATCH) How does the system work?


Fire Risks in Waste & Recycling

The Volvo EW240E operates in waste and recycling, where hot engines, electrical systems, and flammable materials combine to create a high fire risk. Fire suppression is essential to keep equipment running safely, reduce downtime, and prevent costly repairs.

 

Reliable Fire Protection for Volvo Waste Machinery

Fireward’s automatic fire suppression systems are built for demanding environments, providing industry-leading protection for essential waste and recycling equipment.

 

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

 

 

 

 

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