Multiple monitored areas

For adequate protection, a total of three infrared cameras are used in three different areas: one camera is installed in the pre-sorting hall, one in the machine hall and one in the storage areas used for the heavy and light fracations. If a hotspot is detected, the turret transports the extinguishing agent to the danger area in a targeted manner and cools it preventively. The downstream treatment plant is additionally protected: spark detection and water spray systems on the conveyor belt and the shredder prevent fires from developing.

The first early fire detection system with distance measurement

Ordinary cameras detect distant hotspots too late and the necessary alarm is not triggered. RPA Infrared Detection Ignis3D is different: its integrated distance measurement always guarantees a correct assessment of the danger of hotspots, both at long and short ranges. This constant sensitivity ensures that even in Hufnagel Service's 5,000 m² (53,800 ft²) hall, detection works reliably regardless of distance. The distance measurement also enables a consistant size of the area to be extinguished.

Technical details of the turret extinguishing system

• 3 extinguishing areas with infrared early fire detection via 3 camera units RPA Infrared Detection Ignis3D
• 3 units RPC Turret RM35C
• Flow per turret: 2,400 l/min (630 gpm)
• Conveyor belt monitoring including spark detection and extinguishing nozzles for the conveyor belt, plus flame monitoring of the shredder
• 150 m³ (39,600 US gal) water tank, 2,000 l (530 US gal) foam compound tank
• 1 % foam compound proportioning Class A – fluorine-free foam compound
• 60 min operating time