Protecting cooling towers against fires - an ongoing hazard
Journal Article
·
· Power; (United States)
OSTI ID:6345101
Despite the fact that cooling towers contain large amounts of circulating water, certain types nonetheless pose a serious fire hazard. The presence of circulating water creates a false sense of security, which engineers must take into account when planning a new facility or maintaining an existing one. The construction of cooling towers and causes of tower fires are explained. Preventive measures and detection/suppresion systems are described.
- Research Organization:
- Am Electr Power Serv Corp, USA
- OSTI ID:
- 6345101
- Journal Information:
- Power; (United States), Journal Name: Power; (United States) Vol. 126:3; ISSN POWEA
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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