16 August 2022

Fire Suppression System vs Sprinkler System

Is a fire suppression system the same as a sprinkler system? The short answer is no; they are not the same. Although they may share the same objective—suppressing […]
11 August 2022

What Happens if a Solar Farm Catches Fire?

Though solar farm fires are rare, they are not impossible. Any high-power electrical equipment, including a solar power plant, presents a risk for fire. The good […]
4 August 2022

The 6 Key Fire Risk Assessment Principles to Apply to Your Solar Farm

Fire breaking out at photovoltaic (PV) farms has the potential to be costly: on project finances, on the environment, and on the perception of solar technology. […]
28 July 2022

Is Solar Fire Risk Underestimated?

Given suspicions that solar farm fires are underreported, a new NERO International report highlights concerns that the solar industry may be unaware of the true extent of fire […]
13 July 2022

How to Extinguish a Class C Electrical Fire

Electrical fires are one of the top causes of fires in industrial settings. In fact, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) found that fires caused by electrical distribution […]
28 June 2022

6 Key Fire Suppression System Components

Understanding the components that make up a fire protection system in buildings is essential for owners and safety managers to confidently decide which is the best fire […]
5 April 2022

Why Speed is Essential in Tackling Turbine Fires

When fires ignite in wind turbines, speed is of the essence for suppressing the flames. We’ve noted in a previous blog about how long it takes for […]
28 March 2022

How To Put Out an Electrical Fire Without an Extinguisher

Whether they break out in a commercial setting, electrical fires pose unique challenges when it comes to extinguishing them. A common approach would be to cut off the […]
25 March 2022

What is the Most Common Method of Fire Suppression?

The most common method of fire suppression is water. In part this is because many fire protection systems in buildings may have been installed before more […]