Orbis Fire

Pre-Engineered
ABC Dry Powder Systems

Product Overview

What are ABC Dry Powder Systems?

Pre-engineered ABC dry powder fire suppression systems are self-contained units designed to quickly detect and extinguish fires inside enclosures and equipment. Using a specialized powder that can handle Class A (ordinary combustibles), Class B (flammable liquids), and Class C (electrical) fires, these systems offer broad protection where multiple fire risks exist. Because they’re pre-engineered, installation is simple and doesn’t require complex design or pipework. ABC dry powder systems are important for keeping critical equipment safe, minimizing downtime, and providing reliable, automatic fire protection in environments where fast response is essential.

Features and Benefits

Rapid, Automatic Fire Suppression

These systems are engineered to identify a fire and respond instantly—discharging dry powder to suppress flames before they can spread, helping to minimize damage and downtime.

Versatile Multi-Class Fire Protection

Class A fires (ordinary combustibles), Class B fires (flammable liquids), and Class C fires (electrical equipment)—one system covers all three risks in a single enclosure.

Pre-Engineered and Easy to Install

No complex design or engineering required. Systems come pre-assembled and ready to fit into cabinets, machinery, or panels, saving time and reducing installation costs.

Self-Contained—No Power Required

All components are built into the unit, requiring no external power source or connection to building systems. This ensures reliable operation even during power outages.

 

Cost-Effective Protection

Pre-engineered units streamline both installation and service, making them an economical solution for high-risk environments compared to custom or total flooding systems.

Reliable and Proven Technology

ABC dry powder suppression is a globally recognized, field-tested method for fast, effective fire control—delivering peace of mind for mission-critical assets.

Minimal Maintenance

With few moving parts and no reliance on electrical wiring, ABC dry powder systems require little upkeep, lowering long-term ownership costs.

Compact Design

Small footprint makes these systems ideal for protecting confined spaces or tight enclosures where traditional suppression options may not fit.

How It Works

1. Continuous Fire Monitoring

A heat-sensitive detection tube or thermal sensor is routed inside the protected enclosure, constantly monitoring for dangerous temperature rises or flames.

2. Fire Detected

When a fire breaks out or temperatures exceed the critical threshold, the detection tube bursts (or the thermal sensor is triggered) at the hottest point—pinpointing the fire’s origin.

3. Instant Activation

The system automatically releases the ABC dry powder through a discharge nozzle, flooding the enclosure.

4. Rapid Suppression

The dry powder quickly blankets the fire, interrupting the chemical reaction and cutting off the fire’s fuel, heat, and oxygen—stopping the fire in seconds.

5. Damage Minimized

The fire is contained and extinguished before it can spread, protecting equipment, minimizing downtime, and reducing the risk of a larger incident.

Applications

electric panel fire protection

Electrical Cabinets & Control Panels

Protects against electrical faults, short circuits, and overheating. Installs directly inside panels to automatically suppress fires before they spread, minimizing downtime and equipment loss.

Industrial Machinery & CNC Machines

Prevents costly fire damage from overheated motors, lubricants, or electrical malfunctions. Compact systems fit inside machinery housings and enclosures, offering rapid, localized suppression.

Battery Enclosures & Energy Storage

Addresses fire hazards caused by thermal runaway, electrical faults, and overheating in battery systems. Ensures fast-acting protection for lithium-ion or lead-acid battery cabinets.

Vehicle & Engine Compartments

Safeguards vehicles, generators, and mobile equipment from engine fires, fuel leaks, and electrical shorts. Ideal for buses, trucks, mining vehicles, and critical backup power systems.

 

Telecom Cabinets & Outdoor Enclosures

Provides round-the-clock protection for remote telecom, data, and power enclosures—especially in unmanned or harsh environments where response time is critical.

Chemical Storage & Flammable Liquid Cabinets

Controls fires resulting from spills, leaks, or ignition of stored chemicals and solvents. Compatible with cabinets for paints, thinners, and cleaning agents.