MEANS AND METHODS FOR AUTOMATIC FIRE EXTINGUISHING OF GAS-CYLINDER CARS

The analysis of various means and methods for automatic fire extinguishing of gas-cylinder cars is carried out. From the previously performed analysis of accidents of gas-cylinder cars, it follows that they may be characterized by small leaks of the liquid phase or gas medium. Large fuel leaks, as follows from the statistics, are unlikely. In case of large leaks of the liquid phase and its ignition, if this happens, it is necessary to create conditions for complete burnout of fuel that is safe for the environment while monitoring non-proliferation beyond the combustion zone. In accordance with this concept, the choice of means and method for fire extinguishing of the gas cylinder car should be carried out. For use on gas-cylinder cars, only modular installations with the use of various fire extinguishing compositions can be considered as automatic installations, with the exception of water and water-based extinguishing agents in winter conditions.