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protecfire conducted at RISE (Sweden) tests for fire suppression systems intended for engine compartments according to SP Method 4912, UNECE R107, AIS 135 – SPCR 183 or SPCR 199 (P-mark).
Tests made with 4 liters detexline container, with Tiborex Absolute extinguishing agent.
All fire scenario tests were successful.
detexline is a unique concept in the world. It’s a pure revolution happening in the fire protection industry.
It doesn’t require any electricity, so it works in almost any environment. It’s also nearly maintenance-free, meaning you’ll spend less time worrying about your fire protection system and more time focusing on your business.
detexline is the newest and most innovative fire protection system you can find:
Our patented technology uses a hybrid liquid/gas extinguishing system that works in all positions and has a wide range of temperatures that can even be installed in the same system.
The protecfire patented system is pressureless when in standby mode (both tank and pipeline), this way you have a safer system with no leakages.
The system is always active, meaning you’re never left unprotected.
And with our short downtimes through small preventive maintenance on the spot, you’ll never have to worry about huge expenses and stopped working vehicles.
detexline is also certified for mining industry use, ensuring your workplace is always up to spec.
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Defense Vehicles | Mining Vehicles | Construction Vehicles | Tunnel Boring Machinery | Agricultural | Forest | Machinery
-50ºc and -30ºc up to 80ºc
No Electricity
Ultra-Fast
Low Maintenance
No Pressure
1 line
Fully Mechanical
Easy to Install
Stainless Steel
Super Robust
protecfire detection is a state-of-the-art engineering solution.
Pneumatic detector works with argon gas, that is triggered by a temperature fuse.
Avoiding the usual fuse plastic tube detection, there is only one path to the system work: stainless-steel or galvanized piping with pneumatic activation from the detection, followed by the liquid agent discharge by the same piping.
Patented technology!
detexline® by protecfire®, is a patented system that uses only one network of piping for detection and extinguishing.
Less equipment:
protecfire detection is a state-of-the-art engineering solution.
Pneumatic detector works with argon gas, that is triggered by a temperature fuse.
TiboRex Absolute is a ready-to-use liquid special extinguishing agent without the addition of fluorochemicals for the highly effective extinguishing of solid fires (fire class A), liquids, non-polar hydrocarbons (fire class B) and edible fats and oils. The special formulation, whose main components are also used as food additives, guarantees exceptional extinguishing performance with unprecedented environmental protection.
Tough like no other!
What are the features of the fire-suppression system?
The fire-suppression system is based on the principle of a fine spray extinguishing system. The protecfire nozzles spray the extinguishing agent TiboRex Absolute as very fine droplets. The extinguishing agent droplets wet, impregnated and cool the burning surfaces.
Through reflections and turbulence, the extinguishing agent also reaches adjacent areas, which enables the entire engine compartment to be protected.
Other features:
– Unpressurised standby mode for improved safety: The fire-suppression system is not pressurized until it is triggered.
– Low maintenance: first regular component replacement after 5 years.
– Self-sustaining without external energy: protecfire suppression systems operate pneumatically-mechanically. This means that they do not require any additional power supply.
– Automatic and/or manual triggering: Automatic triggering is effected by fire detection elements. The fire-suppression system can also be triggered by a pneumatic manual release mechanism.
How does fire detection work?
protecfire uses thermopneumatic fire detection elements to detect fire. These elements only trigger the fire-suppression system if a specified temperature is exceeded. Failure due to the failure of electrical components is thus ruled out.
Fire detection elements with different triggering temperatures can be used because the engine compartment is not a thermally homogeneous area, but contains different temperature zones.
What happens in the event of a fire?
The fire detection elements are connected to a combined control and extinguishing line, the detexline. When a fire detection element is heated to its trigger temperature, a mechanism opens the built-in argon propellant cartridge. This causes an increase in pressure in the line. The pressure increase opens an N2 propellant cartridge in the extinguishing agent container. The released propellant presses the extinguishing agent through the line to the extinguishing nozzles.
Technical Properties |
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|---|---|
| Name | detexline 4MC |
| Working Temperature Range | Standard -30ºC to 80ºC / Optional -50ºC to 80ºC |
| Technology | Rise of Pressure |
| Detection and External Line | One Integrated 12Ø pipeline |
| System Pressure | No Pressure |
| Detection Technology | SPY detection elements |
| Trigger Temperature | Glass ampoule, 9 independent temperatures |
| Life of detectors | 5 Years |
| Nozzle types | S1 / K1 |
| Extinguishing Agent | Tiborex Absolute |
| Extinguishing Agent Volume | 4L, 7L, 14L, 24L |
| Extinguishing Technology | Fine Spray Technology |
| Extinguishing Container (pressure) | Pressureless (welded / sealed cartridge inside) |
| Product Material | Stainless Steel |
| Alarm Signal Switch | Yes |
| Maintenance Inspection | Annually according to manual |
| Parts Replacement Duration | 5 Years |
| Kits available | 4L, 7L, 14L, 24L |
| Cylinders Dimensions | 7L: 150 Ø X 585 ±2 | 14L:200 Ø X 580,5 ±2 | 24L: 246 Ø ±2 X 654,5 ±4 |
On which vehicles can the fire suppression system be applied?
The system is free of dangers and easy to install. It can be installed in any vehicle: Construction, mining, buses, mini-buses, vans, motorhomes, jeeps, racing cars, etc.
diesel, electric or gas
Where is the automatic detection and extinguishing system placed?
The thermal detectors are placed in the upper area of the engine, in order to detect unusual heat accumulations, through temperatures previously chosen, normally our Kit for buses comes with 180ºC in the detection. In areas such as Park compartment, another lower temperature can be chosen, such as 130ºC. The dispersion nozzles are aimed at critical areas of the engine, such as turbo, exhaust, etc. This distribution makes point-to-point efficacy during extinction.
Can I protect only one area or do I have to equip the entire vehicle?
The system is applied in critical areas: engine compartment and park. It can also be applied to wheels and interiors. This system is modular and can be applied wherever desired.
f there is a fire, will my equipment be damaged by the extinguishing agent?
TiboRex Absolute is a liquid extinguishing agent, in order to be safe and effective. Electrical components may be affected, but in any case they would be damaged by the onset of fire. All other equipment is never affected and subsequent cleaning is quick and easy. Other types of extinguishing agent (powder, gas, etc.) would not be as effective, as they can be expelled by the vehicle’s progress, not acting on fire.
Does it take a long time to install a system?
No. Depending on the size and layout of the compartment. In the case of a bus engine, the job is done in about 3 hours maximum. The system is easy to assemble and also to disassemble.
Can the system fire accidentally?
No. Our system is accurate and detects temperatures with precision. Depending on the location where the thermal sensors are placed, a specific temperature is chosen only when the compartment reaches that exact temperature.
Can’t the nozzles clog?
No. Our nozzles are designed to stay clean and unobstructed. Engine compartments are specifically designed, maintaining their effectiveness throughout their service life.
Installations reference:
protecfire GmbH
Weidekamp 10
23558 Lübeck
GERMANY
E-Mail: info(at)protecfire.de
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