Fire Suppression System For Wind Turbines - Color: Red

Wind turbine fire protection includes adding fire suppression systems to protect critical components in the nacelle and the base of the tower. Understanding Wind Turbine Fire Protection Options Wind turbine fire protection includes adding fire suppression systems to protect critical components in the nacelle and the base of the tower.
As of today, fire protection standards for wind turbines are at a localized level, which could be by state, providence, city, or even municipality. There is no mandated international standard. The most widely recognized recommendation is NFPA 850, which recommends practice for fire protection for electric generating plants and high voltage direct current converter stations.

When it comes to wind turbine fire protection, options do exist. Smoke, heat, and flame detectors, as well as fire suppression systems, can be installed on wind turbines. These various detectors can identify a fire during the early stage and send information to a central alarm system that will initiate a complete shutdown of the turbines components and activate a fire suppression system. However, special consideration needs to be taken into account for onshore turbines that have air inlets/outlets and vents in the nacelle, which brings in dirt and dust from the outside. Any detectors need to be able to stand up to the harsh environment.