Flamex, Inc. products

The YMX 5000 Spark Detector is a technologically advanced infrared sensor. It has a self-monitoring optics feature which alerts the user of a reduction of detector capability caused by damage or lens contamination. The YMX 5000 Spark Detector is suitable for installation in an extremely wide range of operational temperatures (-40 Degrees F. up to 221 Degrees F.) and connects to a Control Unit which indicates the functional status of up to three detectors. It has a field removable, wear resistant lens and can be fitted with an optional air flushing device. EX models are available for hazardous areas.

This highly sensitive detector responds to IR in the .78-1.2 micron range. Its high degree of sensitivity requires its use in dark, closed environments such as pneumatic ductwork. The detector has a removable IR filter lens that can be supplied in glass or food grade plastic. It can be easily mounted and tightly secured as well as easily removed for maintenance inspections. The detector is enclosed in a cast aluminum IP 65 housing and is suitable for indoor or outdoor use in temperature ranging from -22 Degree F to +176 Degree F. The viewing angle of the detector is 120 Degrees. An optional mounting attachment can permit the detector to be used in ATEX zone 20 environments.

This detector is a mid-IR Detector responding to the 1.3 to 2.7 micron range. Because it detects infrared in this range, it can be used in applications where some ambient light is present. It has the ability to sense IR at lower temperatures than the standard spark detector and therefore is sometime referred to as a "Hot Particle" detector. The FUX 3001 DL is suitable for drop chutes and conveyors and certain ductwork applications.

This detector is a sophisticated thermal sensor that will alarm when a pre-set fixed temperature is exceeded and when an abnormal rate of heat rise is detected. It has the advantage of being able to be re-programmed in the field and thus offers flexibility for various applications. The detector offers a data archive feature that can be used to record a history of temperatures and indicate function activity. Optional upgrades for the detector include an LCD temperature display.

This IR Flame Detector utilizes a fiberoptic probe to isolate the detector electronics from the protected area allowing it to be used in high temperature applications. Unlike the FUX 3001 L-1 Detector described above, it is a Flame Detector and therefore can be used where ambient light is present. The detector continuously monitors the lens and optical fiber. Typical applications include ovens, presses, machine tools, paint spray robots and motor test cells.

This Flame detector is commonly referred to as the "Triple IR Detector" because it offers a 3 channel IR analysis in the 2.0-6.0 micron range. It is designed to detect open flames that can be caused by combustion of solid or liquid materials. It is immune to false alarm sources such as flashing lights and welding. It also has an optical integrity feature that notifies the user if the lens becomes dirty or obscured in any way.

FLAMEX offers several models of Industrial Smoke Detectors including Photoelectric, Ionization, Air sampling and Duct Smoke Detectors. The specific model to be selected is determined by the application. Some models feature automatic drift compensation and all are designed for industrial use.

The FLAMEX Spark Detection and Extinguishing System provides a common sense, cost effective measure for the prevention of dust collector fires and explosions.

Many applications for fire protection are more effectively addressed by the use of water mist rather than a spray or deluge that uses greater volumes of water. Specially designed MINIFOG nozzles create a very fine droplet size (.15mm) that results in a dramatic increase of water surface. This allows the advantage of a greater and more efficient absorption of heat. Most of the small water droplets evaporate in the fire and expand their volume over 1,600 times when turned to steam. This causes a suffocating effect on the fire in addition to the cooling effect of the heat absorption. The result is rapid suppression that minimizes both fire and water damage.

When fire begins in a Dust Collector, Bin or Silo, suppression is normally achieved by flooding or deluging the vessel with water. Prior to installing a system for this purpose, design criteria must be followed (as documented in NFPA 15) to ensure that the system responds effectively for the specific application. Such a system must be fast to respond quickly to minimize the fire and resulting damage, and must utilize a sufficient volume of water with adequate disbursement to effectively quench the fire. FLAMEX Inc. can design and supply Deluge Systems to meet the needs of a variety of applications.