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Protecting people, assets and operations. 

Cutting-edge technology for safety in transportation. 

A safety solution for diesel locomotives. 

Innovating today for a safer tomorrow. 

The challenge. 

Operating a fleet of diesel locomotives can be hazardous. The engine compartments are prone to intense heat and fuel leaks. And these issues may result in fire. 

Traditional detection systems struggle to provide reliable early warnings in this high-risk environment.  

A robust flame detection system was needed. One that could rapidly detect any fire. One that would initiate an immediate response. And seamlessly integrate with existing fire suppression systems.  

The Micropack process. 

• An in-depth fire risk assessment. Specific to diesel locomotive engine compartments.
  
  
• A thorough and methodical process. Developing a solution tailored to the engine compartments.
   
• Working closely with the client. Ensuring seamless integration with the existing Consilium fire detection system and automated suppression system.
  
  
  

The Micropack solution. 

A state-of-the-art fire detection system. Made for diesel locomotive engine compartments. 

Detailed design and planning. 
To ensure optimal detector placement. Maximising coverage and response effectiveness. 

Installing five FDS303 Multi Spectrum IR3 Flame Detectors. 
Known for superior reliability detecting fires in challenging environments. IR3 (triple-IR) technology. Unrivalled immunity to unwanted alarms. Accurate detection of real fires. 

Seamless integration with existing systems. 
Triggering the automated suppression system in the event of a fire. 

The highly successful results. 

• System performed exactly as designed. Unfortunately, there was a fire in the engine compartment post-installation. Thankfully, the new structure detected the fire instantly. And activated the suppression system, preventing further damage. 

• Enhanced safety. The successful operation during this incident highlighted the benefit of advanced flame detection and fire suppression technology. 

• Client satisfaction. Confident the locomotives are protected and catastrophic damage will be prevented.