The challenge:
In Spring 2019, Tarmac and Hamilton Waste and Recycling joined forces to enhance the sustainability of Tarmac’s operations at its cement plant in Dunbar, Scotland.
Hamilton Waste and Recycling produces SRF (Solid Recovered Fuel) from non-recyclable waste material using a Lindner shredder. This fuel is then transported and stored at Tarmac’s cement plant.
SRF is a sustainable energy source and an alternative to fossil fuels. This acts to significantly reduce the plant’s carbon footprint.
With both companies wishing to maintain high standards of safety across both sites, Fire Shield Systems assessed all relevant fire risks to produce two bespoke automatic fire protection systems.
Our Solution
To protect the production site at Hamilton Waste, a fire cannon and organic class A wetting agent, operated by a multi-zonal, flame-detection system was installed. This fire protection system offers fast, targeted fire suppression and minimal clean up.
The Dafo system – a standalone fire suppression system – was also installed for the protection of the machinery-drive enclosure.
A type tested water spray system was selected as the most efficient solution for the SRF storage at the plant. A water spray system produces minimal excess water and therefore contaminated run-off is reduced.
Operations downtime is minimised through IR3 thermal imaging, capable of detecting hot spots and temperature rises, to anticipate potential fire outbreaks as early as possible.
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