Heavy Vehicle Fire Protection

Mining vehicles operate in some of the most demanding and hazardous environments in industry. High engine loads, hydraulic systems, diesel fuel, electrical components, and extreme operating temperatures create a constant risk of fire. When a fire occurs on a mining vehicle, whether surface or underground, it can escalate rapidly, endanger operators, damage high-value assets, and bring operations to a halt.

Where Fires Start on Heavy Vehicles

The Orbis® Solution

Orbis systems are designed to protect the specific compartments where fires start, rather than relying on manual intervention or external firefighting.

Using either Direct Low Pressure (DLP) or Indirect Low Pressure (ILP) configurations, Orbis systems provide fast, automatic fire suppression inside:

Engine enclosures
Hydraulic compartments
Electrical cabinets
Battery and power units

By suppressing the fire at its source, Orbis systems help prevent escalation, secondary damage, and total vehicle loss.

How Orbis® Systems Work

Continuous Monitoring
Heat-sensing detection tubing or integrated detection devices monitor high-risk areas during vehicle operation.
Automatic Activation
When excessive heat or flame is detected, the system activates instantly without relying on electrical power or operator input.
Targeted Agent Discharge
Extinguishing agent is released directly into the affected compartment, rapidly suppressing the fire before it spreads.
Self-Contained Operation
Systems operate independently of vehicle power, ensuring reliable protection even during electrical failures.

System Options for Heavy Vehicles

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 Heavy Vehicles

Orbis systems are engineered to detect fire conditions inside engine bays, hydraulic compartments, and electrical enclosures and respond instantly—suppressing fires at the source before they escalate into full vehicle loss.

Mining and heavy vehicles combine diesel fuel, hydraulic oil, high-temperature exhaust components, and energized electrical systems. Orbis systems are purpose-built to address these combined fire hazards in confined vehicle compartments.

No complex system design required. Orbis systems are pre-engineered for mobile equipment and can be integrated into vehicles with minimal modification, reducing installation time and maintenance downtime.

All detection and actuation functions are mechanical and fully self-contained. Orbis systems operate independently of vehicle power, ensuring reliable fire protection even during electrical failure or engine shutdown.

Early, localized suppression limits damage to specific compartments, helping avoid catastrophic vehicle loss, extended downtime, and costly replacement or rebuilds.

Orbis fire suppression technology is field-proven in harsh industrial environments, providing dependable protection for mining and heavy equipment operating under continuous load and extreme conditions.

With few moving parts and no reliance on electronic components, Orbis systems require minimal maintenance—ideal for remote sites and demanding duty cycles.

Compact system design allows installation in tight engine bays, hydraulic compartments, and electrical enclosures where traditional fire suppression systems are impractical.