AeroXSense industrial range
Automatic fire protection for large electrical cabinets and industrial equipment
The AeroXFireshield Industry range combines linear heat detection, automatic activation and one or more condensed-aerosol generators installed directly inside the protected volumes. It is designed to act close to the origin of an electrical fire in complex cabinets, main switchboards, automation systems and critical technical infrastructure.
Limit fire spread and business interruption
Protect critical electrical equipment as close as possible to the fire origin
Industrial cabinets contain power and control components whose failure can cause overheating, an electrical arc or ignition. In a main switchboard, automation cabinet or production installation, fire propagation can affect several outgoing circuits, stop a process or damage equipment that is difficult to replace.
AeroXFireshield Industry acts directly inside the volume where the hazard exists. Detection is routed above the connections and components that require monitoring, while the generators are distributed to protect the different areas of the installation.
- Overheating at power connections and busbars
- Failure of contactors, drives or power supplies
- Fire spread between rows or compartments
- Shutdown of a production line or industrial process
- Loss of high-value technical equipment
- Incidents at isolated or unattended sites
Explore the fire suppression system for electrical cabinets and the broader electrical-room fire suppression architecture.
Detect, activate and suppress
Automatic protection adapted to industrial architectures
The principle is straightforward: detect abnormal heating close to the hazard, activate the system automatically and release the extinguishing aerosol inside the affected volume. In a large cabinet, the protection chain can be extended across several rows, compartments or generators.
Linear detection above the hazard
The heat-sensitive cable passes through the generator and follows an S-shaped route above terminals, circuit breakers, contactors, variable-speed drives, power supplies, busbars and other areas that require monitoring.
Automatic activation
When a critical temperature is reached locally on the detection line, the system activates without human intervention.
Distributed suppression inside the installation
One or more generators release the extinguishing aerosol in the areas defined during sizing, acting inside the volume where the fire begins.
See the complete electrical-cabinet protection architecture and the installation instructions.
AeroXFireshield Industry range
Seven references from 150 to 1,200 litres
The Industry range adapts generator capacity to the cabinet volume, geometry and equipment density. The indicated volumes are an initial guide. Final selection must be validated against the actual configuration.
| Reference | Indicative maximum volume | Typical applications | Key assessment points |
|---|---|---|---|
| AX150M | Up to 150 L | Small industrial compartments, technical enclosures and localised risk areas. | Width, position, detection route and maintenance access. |
| AX350M | Up to 350 L | Medium-sized automation and control cabinets. | Row distribution, obstacles and ventilation. |
| AX450M | Up to 450 L | Power cabinets, automation systems and technical infrastructure. | Cabinet length and consistency of aerosol distribution. |
| AX600M | Up to 600 L | Large electrical cabinets and equipment with several rows. | Compartments and the possible need for several suppression points. |
| AX750M | Up to 750 L | Extended industrial cabinets, telecom equipment, servers and production systems. | Airflow, obstacles and distribution of the risk areas. |
| AX1050M | Up to 1,050 L | Main switchboards, large distribution cabinets and complex installations. | Detailed assessment of geometry and internal compartments. |
| AX1200M | Up to 1,200 L | Very large cabinets, main distribution boards and significant technical volumes. | Validation of distribution and possible multi-generator architecture. |
Extended volumes and complex cabinets
Design a multi-generator protection architecture
Large cabinets must not be treated as simple empty volumes. Industrial equipment often contains compartments, plates, cable ducts, widely separated rows or distinct power areas. Several generators can therefore be connected and distributed throughout the equipment.
Protect several compartments
Each area separated by a partition or significant obstacle can receive protection adapted to that volume.
Cover long cabinets
Distributed generators position the suppression points closer to the different component groups.
Extend the total protected capacity
A series configuration can protect volumes beyond the capacity of a single generator, subject to technical assessment.
For very large installations, see the electrical-cabinet fire suppression system and the solutions for electrical rooms.
Installation in large cabinets
Position the generators in the upper section and detection above the components
The installation must support rapid detection, coherent aerosol distribution and normal access to the electrical devices. Each generator is mounted in the upper part of the area it protects, facing downwards. The detection cable is then routed above every row presenting a risk.
Map the hazards
Identify power connections, busbars, contactors, variable-speed drives, power supplies, PLCs and other sensitive components.
Locate compartments and obstacles
Plates, partitions, ducts and large devices may create several separate protection areas.
Install generators in the upper section
Each device is mounted facing downwards without obstructing cabinet closure, maintenance access or existing equipment.
Route detection in an S shape
The cable generally runs around 2 to 3 cm above the components where the cabinet layout allows it, successively covering the different rows.
Check the complete architecture
Verify the route, connections, fixings, coverage of every zone and continued access for maintenance.
Review the installation and operating instructions before fitting the system.
Airflow and industrial constraints
Take ventilation, openings and operating conditions into account
Industrial cabinets may contain fans, filters, permanent openings or extraction systems. These airflow paths influence extinguishing-agent distribution and must be included in the sizing study.
Natural ventilation
Grilles and openings can create losses and change the behaviour of the protected volume.
Forced ventilation
Fans and extraction systems may require shutdown or a project-specific protection architecture.
Special operating conditions
Temperature, dust, humidity, vibration and accessibility must be communicated during the technical assessment.
Highly ventilated cabinets can be assessed through the electrical-cabinet fire suppression page and the available shutdown and supervision interfaces.
Optional depending on version
Integrate status reporting and supervision with the industrial site
In industrial installations, information can be as important as suppression. Depending on the product version, AeroXFireshield can be combined with status reporting, communication or interfaces to the site's technical systems.
Activation information
An activation signal can be reported to third-party equipment after an event, depending on the selected configuration.
BMS and fire-system interfaces
The project can include integration with supervision, alarm or building-management systems.
Remote sites and critical equipment
Communication can accelerate response to an event at a site that is not permanently occupied.
Explore BMS, fire-system, shutdown and connectivity interfaces.
Connection and adaptation
Accessories for industrial configurations
Multi-generator installations use detection, connection and finishing accessories to adapt the protection to the different areas of the cabinet.
AS-DETECTION — linear detection extension
Adapts the length of heat-sensitive cable to the rows and risk areas that must be covered.
AS-SERIE — element connection
Used for the specified connections in an architecture containing several generators.
AS-SERTX — crimping tool
Used to complete the connections in accordance with AeroXSense installation instructions.
AS-6ADH70 — connection protection
Protects and finishes the connection according to the selected installation configuration.
Industrial applications
Which equipment can be protected by the Industry range?
The Industry range is intended for electrical equipment whose volume, complexity or operational importance requires a purpose-designed protection layout.
For standard professional cabinets, see the AeroXFireshield Professional range.
Select the appropriate range
Professional range or Industry range?
Both ranges use the same principle of early detection and automatic suppression. The difference lies in capacity, installation complexity and the level of engineering required.
| Criterion | Professional range | Industry range |
|---|---|---|
| Main references | AX150M, AX300M and AX450M | AX150M, AX350M, AX450M, AX600M, AX750M, AX1050M and AX1200M |
| Equipment | Standard professional enclosures and cabinets | Large cabinets, main switchboards, compartments and complex industrial equipment |
| Multi-generator design | Possible depending on volume and width | Common for distributing protection between several zones |
| Ventilation | Must be checked for the application | Detailed airflow assessment is often necessary |
| Sizing | Technical assessment recommended | Project-specific engineering study required |
Sizing study
How is an industrial installation sized?
An AeroXFireshield Industry study must consider every relevant characteristic of the equipment and its operating environment.
Measure every usable volume
Record the internal dimensions of the cabinet and each individual compartment.
Identify components and hazards
Map rows, busbars, power connections, control devices and areas exposed to overheating.
Assess internal obstacles
Identify partitions, plates, ducts and components that may restrict aerosol distribution.
Study ventilation
Identify air inlets, fans, extraction systems and possible shutdown arrangements.
Define the complete configuration
Select the references, number of generators, installation positions and detection route.
Frequently asked questions
FAQ about the AeroXFireshield Industry range
What is the difference between the Professional and Industry ranges?
The Professional range is intended for standard professional electrical enclosures and cabinets. The Industry range is designed for larger volumes, complex cabinets, main switchboards, compartmented equipment and configurations using several generators.
Which model should I choose between AX150M and AX1200M?
Selection depends on the internal volume, but also on width, height, compartmentation, obstacles, ventilation and the number of risk areas. A technical sizing study is required for industrial installations.
Can the protected volume exceed 1,200 litres?
Yes. Several generators can be connected in a series configuration to protect larger volumes or several separate areas. Their number and position must be defined according to the actual equipment architecture.
How should the detection cable be positioned inside a large cabinet?
The heat-sensitive cable passes through the generator and then follows an S-shaped route above all risk areas: terminals, circuit breakers, contactors, power supplies, variable-speed drives, busbars and other components likely to overheat. It must cover every relevant row rather than simply following the cabinet perimeter.
Can the system protect a compartmented cabinet?
Yes, but internal partitions must be taken into account. Depending on the geometry, each compartment or remote area may require its own generator or a specific multi-generator configuration.
Does ventilation affect system sizing?
Yes. Air inlets, fans, extraction systems and forced airflow can change extinguishing-agent distribution. Highly ventilated equipment requires a specific study and may require ventilation management or shutdown.
Can the system status be supervised?
Depending on the version and project architecture, status reporting, communication and supervision functions can be integrated with a BMS, building-control system, fire-safety system or another technical platform.
Does AeroXFireshield Industry replace the building fire-protection system?
No. The solution provides localised protection for electrical equipment and complements the site's overall fire-safety strategy. It does not replace other applicable regulatory, technical or organisational measures.
AeroXSense technical assessment
Have your industrial cabinets and equipment correctly protected
Send the dimensions, drawings, photographs, component layout and ventilation information. AeroXSense can support reference selection, generator quantity and positioning, and the route of the linear detection cable.
