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Fire Risk Mitigation in Industry

Safety and Industrial Fire Protection as a Production Factor

Inicio Fire pre­ven­ti­on Benefits Minimized Fire Risk

Protecting People, Assets, and Performance

Fires endanger lives, assets, and production processes—and can bring entire operations to a standstill within seconds. With GreCon, you prevent fires before they even start. Our preventive fire protection solutions detect sparks and glowing particles at an early stage and automatically trigger countermeasures—long before open flames appear or sprinklers are required. This way, you protect not only your employees but also secure productivity and competitiveness.

Fire risk mitigation is therefore not an optional add-on but a core element of modern corporate management. It is an investment in safety, efficiency, and the long-term viability of the business.

Business Benefits

How fire protection creates lasting value for your company.

The safety of your workforce remains the top priority. Effective fire protection significantly reduces the risk of life-threatening incidents.

Machines, equipment, and raw materials form the backbone of production. Protecting them helps companies avoid costly replacements.

Reduced fire risks mean fewer unplanned downtimes and more stable delivery capabilities.

Fewer fire incidents translate into lower insurance premiums and reduced financial losses from interruptions. Fire protection therefore pays off quickly.

A company that actively minimizes risks is perceived as a reliable partner, strengthening long-term customer relationships.

Identifying Risk Sources – Aligning Fire Protection Measures

To effectively minimize fire risks, analysis is the first step. In practice, three main categories of hazards can be observed:

Material and Process Risks

Combustible dust, sparks, or high temperatures are classic fire triggers. In the wood-based materials industry, sparks in conveying systems are among the most frequent causes. In plastics processing, risks often arise from heat exposure in extrusion processes.

Organizational Risks

Lack of maintenance, unclear responsibilities, or insufficient employee training may allow minor disruptions to go unnoticed until they escalate into serious fire incidents.

External Factors

Structural deficiencies, inadequate access for firefighting, or weather-related influences can further increase fire risks. These aspects are especially critical because they occur outside the production process yet still exert a decisive impact.

Implementing Technical Measures

Effective fire risk mitigation begins with early detection and targeted response:

Highly sensitive IR sensors detect even the smallest glowing particles in conveyors or production systems—before they ignite flames or cause serious damage.

Water or water-mist extinguishing systems react immediately and precisely at the source. They extinguish efficiently while protecting equipment and raw materials from widespread damage.

Structural separations prevent uncontrolled fire spread within facilities. This segmentation ensures that incidents remain localized and production continues elsewhere without disruption.

24/7 monitoring ensures continuous risk visibility. Direct integration with control centers enables instant verification and immediate counteraction.

By linking fire protection systems to central process control, alarms are triggered automatically. Machines or material flows can be shut down or redirected selectively—preventing larger damages without halting the entire production line.

Beyond Industrial Fire Protection

Regular Maintenance of All Systems
Only well-maintained equipment functions reliably in emergencies. Binding maintenance schedules safeguard performance and build trust among employees and insurers.

Employee Training
Fire protection starts with awareness. Staff must be able to identify hazards early and respond correctly—whether by reporting sparks immediately or handling extinguishing equipment properly.

Clear Responsibilities
A fire protection concept is only effective when roles and responsibilities are clearly defined. Every employee must know who to turn to in case of an incident and who makes the critical decisions.

Drills and Scenario Training
Regular drills ensure that emergency procedures work smoothly. Realistic training scenarios strengthen proper responses and help prevent panic reactions.

Documentation and Reporting
All actions, maintenance, and incidents must be fully documented. This ensures transparency, facilitates external audits, and guarantees continuous improvements.

Standards & Compliance

Effective risk management is based on adherence to recognized guidelines:

  • DIN EN 54 – Fire Detection and Alarm Systems
  • VdS 2106 / 2095 – Spark Extinguishing Systems
  • ISO 9001 – Quality Management Systems
  • DIN 14095 – Fire Brigade Deployment Plans
  • ATEX – Explosion Protection in Dust or Gas Hazard Zones
     

Expert Insight

«Early detection is key. The sooner a fire is suppressed at its origin, the lower the impact on people, equipment, and the environment.»Dipl.-Ing. Mario Haas, Fagus-GreCon GmbH, Managing Director

Conclusion

Fire risk mitigation is far more than a legal obligation. It protects people, assets, and processes—while delivering clear economic benefits.
Companies that prioritize industrial fire protection gain from reliable production, reduced costs, and a stronger market position.

Let us work together to assess how your fire risks can be minimized—before a fire breaks out.

We look forward to hearing from you.

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