Fire Prevention System (FPS) Lindner’s plug-and-play FPS can help recyclers more safely handle waste streams that include highly flammable rechargeable batteries and lithium-ion batteries. It is available as a retrofit on all the company’s shredders, using only a power plug and ordinary water inlet. The system uses self-cleaning infrared sensors mounted on the discharge belt to scan the temperature of materials on a conveyor belt. If the sensors detect excessive heat, they activate nozzles that spray a cooling mist; if extreme heat develops, the conveyor belt shuts off, so that workers can remove hazardous materials. The system includes a control cabinet with software and necessary ports, as well as a reserve water tank.
What’s new? The system, which is available in the U.S. starting this year.
Benefits Safety. The FPS can detect a buildup of heat before it becomes dangerous.
Lindner Recyclingtech America, Statesville, North Carolina, 800-235-1391, www.lindner.com
David Tillett | Associate Editor
Associate Editor David Tillett writes and edits for Plastics Machinery & Manufacturing, Plastics Recycling and The Journal of Blow Molding. He covers new products, industry news, patents and consumer and business equipment. He has more than 20 years of experience in daily newspaper, online and magazine journalism.
