Paint booths are enclosed spaces built for the application of paint that are equipped to contain potentially harmful fumes and ingredients. Paints, solvents, and other combustible compounds are frequently stored in and near these spaces, which means there is a greater potential for fire. When equipment in these confined spaces, such as cutters or welders, can create a spark, it can ignite the flammable compounds suspended in the air. This can start a fire. Fire safety measures must be put into place to safeguard both the people and the property contained inside these locations. So, the question is, what can be done to make the location a more secure place to work? One possible response is a category of a product known as paint booth fire suppression systems.
What exactly are fire extinguishing systems for paint booths?
The dry chemical fire suppression system is the most frequent paint booth fire suppression system. However, there are other types of paint booth fire suppression systems. Paint spray booths and other industrial settings are common places to see these devices in use. A thermal and electrical heat detector and a fusible link detector are included in the suppression systems (more commonly used in paint booth settings). When a fire is discovered, an alarm will warn the people inside of the potential risk. After that, the system will power down all the machinery and switch off the fans responsible for air circulation. After that, the dry chemical agent is released into the area so that it may put out the fire. This procedure is intended to be quick and effective to preserve both lives and property within the structure.
NFPA 33 Standard
Paint booths are one example of an application that falls under the purview of the NFPA 33 standard, which outlines the standards for fire management in such settings. Large-scale, indoor spray applications like industrial spray booths are examples of the kind of paint booths regulated by NFPA 33. To avoid complying with this rule, a manufacturer does not need to have spray booths that use non-flammable coatings, have outside applications, or be of a very small scale. It is vital that you follow the standards for putting out flames and preventing them from happening in the first place. The paint booth design, the flow of the process, the ventilation of the space, as well as the correct cleanup and disposal of combustible material are all included in the code. By adhering to the guideline for preventing a fire, you will ideally reduce the likelihood of being required to extinguish flames that have already been sparked.
Fire Suppression Systems for Paint Booths Provided by Brazas Fire
Both the installation of a brand-new paint booth fire suppression system and the upgrade of an existing system are services that Brazas Fire offers. Simply give us a call or email, and we will be happy to assist you. Get in touch with Brazas Fire to get more information about the paint booth fire suppression systems we provide, or get a free estimate with no strings attached.