Fires at U.S. Service Stations
U. S. fire departments responded to an estimated average of 5,020 fires at service stations per year during 2004-2008. These fires caused annual averages of
- 2 civilian deaths
- 48 civilian fire injuries
- $20 million in direct property damage
Fires in service stations fell 46% from 7,860 in 1980 to 4,280 in 2008.
Fires in Service Stations by Type of Incident 2004-2008
Special Considerations in These Properties
- Motorists should discharge static electricity by touching a metal part of their car door before fueling their vehicles.
- Most civilian injuries at service station fires occur in vehicle fires.
Source: Fires at U.S. Service Stations, Ben Evarts, NFPA Fire Analysis and Research, Quincy, MA, April 2011
Products
Gas Station Fire Suppression Systems
What if this (or worse) happens at your gas station?
Modern automobile fueling areas are designed with high-speed self-service pumps, enabling customers to fuel their vehicles faster than ever before. However, the same modern equipment that makes fueling quick and easy also makes the fueling area more susceptible to fire.
Accidents Do Happen
Customers might drive away without returning the nozzle to the pump or use the nozzle incorrectly resulting in a spill. Modern high-volume pumps can discharge a large quantity of flammable liquid onto the fueling area very quickly. Burning cigarettes, running engines, sparks and other heat sources can ignite the flammable liquids and/or vapors very quickly.
Protect Your Customers and Your Investment
All State Fire Equipment will install a Pyro-Chem or PemAll Fire Suppression System specifically designed for today's modern fueling stations.
- Automatic Detection & Control provides 24-hour protection
- Manual activation allows immediate actuation at the first sign of fire and provides separate backup to the automatic detection
- Safe to use on fires involving energized electrical equipment
- A variety of systems and piping configurations ensure that we can cover virtually any fueling area layouts
- Electrical connections allow for pump shut-off and audio/visual alarms
- Meet or exceed UL1254, NFPA17 and NFPA30 codes & standards
The Attendant™
THE "original" ATTENDANT gasoline station fire suppression system continues to offer premium grade protection:
- Factory pressurized DOT rated cylinders available in 35 and 75 lb (15.9 and 34.0 kg) capacities
- BC rated dry chemical agent
- Nozzle heights ranging from 7 to 11 ft (2.1 to 3.4 m)
- Agent tanks are mounted under the canopy
- –40 Fto +120 F(–40 C to +49 C) operating range
- UL listed
- Tested at 10 mph wind conditions
Introducing the ATTENDANT™II Fire Suppression System
The ATTENDANT II gasoline station system is on duty 24/7 to help protect your customers and your investment. And you can rest easier knowing your ATTENDANT II system was manufactured by a company that’s been in business since 1920.
Designed to meet the requirements of today’s convenience centers, the ATTENDANT II system protects higher canopies and a greater number of pumping islands. In short, it offers the most up-to-date fire protection available.
Even in Windy Conditions, the ATTENDANT™II System is Designed to Reach the Fire Source
Outdoor fire suppression systems face a unique problem – overcoming the effects of windy conditions. Wind increases the intensity of a fire by feeding it oxygen. It also affects the firefighting agent discharge. Since National Weather Bureau statistics indicate that the average outdoor wind condition is nearly 10 miles per hour, wind is definitely a factor to consider when installing any outdoor fire suppression system.
The ATTENDANT II system has been specifically designed and tested for windy conditions.
Invisible to Your Customers
The ATTENDANT II canopy gasoline station system is designed with function and form in mind. Cylinders are installed on top of the canopy to create a clean, finished look in the customer area. Flexible nozzle heights ranging from 7 ft to 15 ft, 7 in. (2.1 m to 4.8 m) allow for versatility when customizing the system for your specific need.
Providing Fuel Without the Fire
The ATTENDANT II canopy gasoline station system was designed specifically for the unique hazards found at an outdoor fueling area. The ATTENDANT II system quickly suppresses the fire providing optional fuel shut-off capabilities.
A select network of authorized Pyro-Chem distributors is trained in the design, installation and maintenance of the ATTENDANT II system. Components used in the system have been designed for reliability, durability and performance.
The ATTENDANT™II System Features Are Miles Ahead of the Competition
- Suppresses combustible and flammable liquid fires.
- Safe to use on fires involving energized electrical equipment.
- Automatic detection and control provides 24-hour protection.
- Designed and tested for outdoor conditions.
- Adedicated manual actuation system allows immediate actuation at the first sign of fire. Provides a separate backup to the automatic detection.
- Factory pressurized and 100% tested DOT cylinders (35 and 80 lb (15.9 and 36.3 kg)).
- A pressure gauge on the agent cylinder allows visual inspection of system status.
- A solenoid monitor ensures the integrity of the automatic detection circuit.
- Factory assembled and tested components ensure system reliability.
- A variety of piping configurations allow for many fueling area layouts.
- A dual port valve used on the ATD-80BC cylinder speeds up installation.
- –20°F to +120°F (–29°C to +49°C) operating range.
- Nozzle caps help prevent contamination that can inhibit proper discharge of extinguishing agent.
- Electrical capabilities allow for pump shut-off and audio/visual alarm.
- All gasoline station island/dispenser configurations can be accommodated.
- Tested at 10 mph wind conditions.
BROCHURE
ATTENDANT™ – PC2002038
DATA/SPECIFICATION SHEETS
ATTENDANT™ – PC2002200
ATTENDANT II™ – PC98144
MANUALS
ATTENDANT™/ATTENDANT™ II Gasoline Station Fire Suppression System Owner's Manual – P/N550671
MISCELLANEOUS
Dry Chemical Clean-Up Procedures