Wood processing involves combustible raw materials and generates large amounts of sawdust and other fine powders, which can pose an additional risk of fire or explosion.
In the presence of sources of ignition, ranging from hot vehicle engines to sparks and embers from burning waste wood, comprehensive fire protection for the wood processing industry is an absolute must.
At Merlin we know every timber processing facility faces different risks, from the scale of operations to the type of machinery you use, which is why our fire protection strategies are also bespoke.
Contact us today to schedule a no-obligation consultation, and we can help you to determine the high-risk areas in your operations, and the best fire suppression systems to mitigate those risks.
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Round-the-Clock Risks
Intensive wood processing can involve 24/7 operations, putting significant strain on vehicles and machinery, which are given little opportunity to cool down during the working week.
Our fire protection systems take this into account. We have fire prevention technologies for vehicles, using Dafo’s unique Forrex suppression agent, and Merlin are the exclusive UK & Ireland distributor of this technology.
We can also install and maintain suppression systems in working areas, using deluge solutions that dispense large quantities of expanding insulating foam when a fire is detected.
This prevents the spread of flames and can allow safer evacuation of personnel, with more time to clear the area even if the fire cannot be extinguished directly.
Due to the presence of combustible materials and the location of many wood processing facilities, which can be located in or adjacent to natural woodlands, regulations on the sector are strict.
Risks are created in all areas of operation, from sawing and milling, through to end-processes like crushing, gluing and drying.
Merlin’s engineers understand these risks and can recommend fire suppression solutions accredited by relevant industry bodies, recognised by insurers and accepted by regulators.
In a climate of increasingly strict regulation and health & safety rules, comprehensive fire protection is one way to provide peace of mind that you have done everything you can to prevent losses and safeguard human life, as well as the natural environment.
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You can read about all of our different fire detection and suppression systems in our Fire Protection Guide, which shows each technology in the context of a relevant application.
Most of our solutions have applications in the wood processing sector, from water mist systems to directly dampen timber and reduce the risk of ignition, to expanding foams for outdoor areas where fires need to be contained quickly.
If you want to ask us anything about any of these technologies, as well as the Dafo Vehicle Fire Protection System, please get in touch with the Merlin team and we will be happy to help.
You can find all our details on our Contact page. All enquiries are welcome and we are happy to consult on risk mitigation for small timber yards, right through to managed forests with substantial areas and 24/7 operations to protect.
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