New AFEX liquid fire suppression system is designed for compact equipment

Fire poses a risk to operator safety, no matter the size of the machine, so AFEX Fire Suppression Systems has introduced a new compact liquid system specifically designed for smaller machines, such as skid-steer loaders and forklifts, with limited installation space. 

This new addition to the AFEX product line is a response to the market's demand for an effective fire suppression solution for the smallest machines, such as those that perform critical duties in applications like underground mining, recycling, forestry, and transportation.

Reliable fire mitigation for compact equipment

The tank can be mounted in any orientation — vertical, horizontal, or at an angle — depending on the space available on the machine. Automatic compact systems also come standard with a new compact panel, are sized to fit into small cabs, and alert operators of a fire for quick machine evacuation. 

Like all AFEX fire suppression systems, the compact system remains non-pressurized until a fire is detected. This feature minimizes the risk of leaks, ensuring the system works when it's needed. At the moment a fire is identified, a nitrogen cartridge pressurizes the tank briefly, releasing the agent from the tank through a distribution network to combat the fire. This new compact tank is equipped with SAFE-X, a certified AS 5062:2022 fluorine-free liquid agent effective at cooling hot surfaces quickly and fighting against fire reignition.