The FlameRanger™ System
At the heart of the FlameRanger™ autonomous robotic fire suppression system is a unique integration of advanced fire detection technology with Unifire’s stainless steel water cannons.
The system continuously monitors for fire around the clock. Upon fire detection, it instantly calculates the fire’s location, directs the robotic nozzle(s) to the source, and intelligently guides a high volume of water or foam suppression stream-typically within 10-15 seconds from ignition. The system intelligently suppresses the fire and shuts off shortly after the fire is extinguished.
All of this happens without human intervention, 24/7/365-yet a human operator can also take control of the robotic nozzles at any time.
Unlike systems that rely on conventional smoke, heat, or static flame sensors combined with fixed spray nozzles or deluge zones, FlameRanger™ provides faster response, precision targeting around and directly over the fire, and significantly higher suppression efficiency.
Market Applications
FlameRanger™ is ideal for industries with fast-moving processes, combustible materials, or storage of high-energy fuels and components.
Waste and Recycling
Paper, plastic, e-waste, RDF, tyre and metal processing
Waste to Energy
Fuel bunkers, conveyors, boiler rooms and tipping areas
BESS
Battery Energy Storage Systems. Cooling and water barrier to mitigate propagation
Marine and Offshore
Weather decks of ro-ro ferries, cargo holds and machinery spaces
Warehousing and Logistics
High-risk storage including military and hazardous materials
Industrial Manufacturing
Cement plants, biomass, chemicals and wood processing
Tunnels
Road and rail tunnels
Aviation Hangars.
For construction and storage of aircraft and helicopters
Infrastructure
Port facilities and transit depots
How the system works
The system uses one or more fire detection technologies to almost instantaneously detect a fire or heat buildup.
When a fire is detected, the system guides the advanced robotic nozzles to aim at the fire and open the valve (or start the pump) when the nozzle is aimed at the target fire.
A large flow of water (or foam) is then accurately aimed directly around and onto the target fire (or fires). The spray angle is also automatically adjusted. The stream is intelligently guided to efficiently suppress the fire.
When fire is no longer detected, the system automatically shuts off and returns to stand-by mode, and the water supply closes automatically, takes the robotic nozzle back.
Unifire’s 3D Dynamic systems uses highly effective triple-IR (IR3) detectors, that provide the fire’s x,y coordinates. The system triangulates the third dimension, giving the exact size and position of the flame.
FlameRanger™ – Smarter, Faster, Safer Fire Suppression
- Autonomous operation. Instant detection and suppression without human error.
- Systems on 6 continents. Over 200 systems currently protecting facilities. FlameRanger™ is proven in harsh environments across a wide range of applications.
- Precision targeting. Pinpoint suppression around and on the source of fire with powerful robotic nozzles, keeping collateral water damage and toxic runoff to a minimum.
- Flexible Integration. Compatible with all third-party thermal cameras, flame detectors, video analytics, linear heat detection systems and other detection technologies.
- Scalable architecture. From a single monitor to large multi-zone systems with dozens of cameras and nozzles.
- Rapid response. Typical fire detection and suppression within 10 to 15 seconds.
- Minimal false alarms. Advanced algorithms and design substantially reduce the risk of nuisance activation.
- Remote control option. Although fully autonomous, operators can control the robotic nozzles at any time using a CANbus joystick, wireless radio remote control, or via the proprietary ONE App.
- Remote commissioning & technical support. Built-in web server enables worldwide tech support.
- Unmatched control interfaces. Ammolite™ GUI simplifies setup, diagnostics, and maintenance.
- Future-ready. State-of-the-art electronics and software developed by Unifire in Swede, FlameRanger is flexible, networkable, customizable and ready for future adaptations.
- No Recurring Fees associated with FlameRanger. Including the ability to remote control the robotic nozzles from on or off site.
