Electrical Panel Fire Protection
Electrical panels present a high fire risk due to continuous electrical load, heat buildup, and potential faults such as arcing or loose connections. Orbis Fire Suppression provides automatic, enclosure-level fire protection designed to detect and suppress fires directly inside electrical panels, helping prevent escalation, reduce equipment damage, and minimize downtime—without water, residue, or reliance on external power.
Where Electrical Panel Fires Start
- Loose or Degraded Electrical Connections
- Arc Faults
- Circuit Breakers & Protective Devices
- Busbars & Distribution Rails
- Power Supplies, Relays & Control Components
- Overloaded Circuits
By the time room detection activates, damage is already done.
The Orbis® Solution
Orbis solution for electrical panels & switchgear
Orbis systems deliver automatic, enclosure-level fire suppression using clean agents that are safe for energized electrical equipment, designed to protect panels and switchgear where fires most commonly originate.
What this means for electrical panels and switchgear:
Faster suppression directly at the fault location
Reduced damage to breakers, busbars, and control components
No water, no residue, no cleanup
No impact on adjacent panels or downstream equipment
Minimal downtime after discharge
Orbis systems use electronics-safe clean agents:
FK-5-1-12
HFC-227ea
Properties:
Non-conductive
Zero residue
Non-corrosive
Safe for energized equipment
No water damage. No post-discharge cleanup.
System Options for Electrical Panels
Direct Low Pressure Clean Agent Release System (DLP)
Orbis Fire’s DLP fire suppression systems activate in seconds, using a heat-sensitive tube to release clean agent directly at the ignition point. Stainless steel, DOT & CE approved for global safety.
Indirect Low Pressure Clean Agent Release System (ILP)
Orbis Fire’s ILP fire suppression systems separate detection from discharge, using sensors or control panels to trigger clean agent release through nozzles. Stainless steel, DOT & CE approved for reliable protection worldwide.
Why Orbis® for Electrical Cabinets
- Rapid, Automatic Fire Suppression
Orbis systems are engineered to detect fire conditions inside electrical panels and switchgear and respond instantly—suppressing fires at the source before they can escalate or spread to adjacent equipment.
- Designed for Electrical Fire Risks
Electrical panels and switchgear contain energized components, high current loads, and arc-fault risks. Orbis systems are designed specifically to address electrical fires originating from breakers, busbars, relays, and terminations.
- Pre-Engineered and Easy to Install
No complex design or system integration required. Orbis systems are pre-engineered to fit inside panels and switchgear enclosures, reducing installation time and avoiding disruption to existing electrical infrastructure.
- Self-Contained, No Power Required
All detection and actuation functions are fully mechanical. Orbis systems require no external power, wiring, or building interface, ensuring reliable operation even during electrical faults or power outages.
- Cost-Effective Equipment Protection
Localized, enclosure-level suppression limits damage to the affected panel only, reducing repair costs, preventing extended outages, and avoiding the need for large-scale fire system activation.
- Reliable and Proven Technology
Orbis clean agent fire suppression technology is widely used in electrical and industrial environments, providing dependable protection for mission-critical power distribution equipment.
- Minimal Maintenance
With few moving parts and no reliance on electronic components, Orbis systems require minimal maintenance—lowering long-term ownership and service costs.
- Compact Design for Tight Enclosures
Compact system design allows installation in confined panel and switchgear enclosures where traditional fire suppression systems are impractical or impossible.
