Fire protection for wind turbines

The challenges

... in fire protection for wind turbines are manifold and include various aspects.

• High fire load: flammable lubricants, transformers and converters increase the risk of fire.
• Lightning strikes : wind turbines are unprotected, and frequently exposed to lightning strikes.
• Short circuits: insulation faults or material fatigue can lead to sparking.
• Spontaneous combustion: deposits of oil and dust in narrow components such as slip rings and brakes generate additional heat and can ignite spontaneously at high temperatures.
• Accessibility : the height of the nacelle (up to 150 metres) makes access difficult for the fire brigade and extinguishing equipment.
• Extinguishing systems: extinguishing work is often only possible with integrated extinguishing systems.
• Emergency concept: maintenance personnel is often located at great heights with limited escape options.
• Environment: fires in wind turbines can lead to falling, burning debris.

Effective fire protection in wind turbines requires preventative measures such as automatic extinguishing systems, comprehensive lightning protection, and regular maintenance. Rapid fire detection and evacuation concepts are crucial to minimise damage and ensure safety.

Our fire extinguishing system: AeroPro

Integrate our AeroPro extinguishing system into your fire protection concept!

Aerosol fire extinguishing systems can easily be integrated into wind turbines. They can be configured with electronic, thermal, or pneumatic triggers and respond in seconds. The alarm is signalled with signal lights, acoustic signals, and activation of the fire alarm system.

In the event of a fire, AeroPro has a dual effect: it removes the oxidising agent from the fire and provides molecular cooling.