FlowCentric Heatshield TM
The Ultimate Solution for Spontaneous Combustion in Mining
FlowCentric Heatshield TM is a long-term solution specifically designed to tackle the enduring challenges of self-heating and spontaneous combustion.
The ground-breaking innovation offers proactive and reactive treatment methods to combat spontaneous combustion.
- In the Proactive Treatment Stage, Heatshield is applied before the oxidation process begins, effectively preventing the accumulation of heat and gases that could potentially lead to ignition.
- In the Reactive Treatment Stage, where coal oxidation has already commenced and the environment is on the verge of ignition, Heatshield can be applied to impede and extinguish the combustion.
What sets Heatshield apart from traditional management methods is its unique capability to form a flexible layer that seals the coal off from oxygen without damaging the coal.
This innovative approach not only effectively suppresses existing fires but also prevents further ignition, providing a sustainable solution to mitigate the oxidation process and reduce long-term fire hazards.
By preventing coal from undergoing spontaneous combustion, FlowCentric Heatshield not only helps to preserve coal resources, it helps minimise the release of carbon dioxide (CO2) into the atmosphere. This contributes to the reduction of carbon emissions, supporting efforts to combat climate change and improve air quality.
Application and Maintenance Services
At FlowCentric Mining, our commitment extends beyond delivering a product. Our team adheres to well-defined operating procedures to assess the type and intensity of coal combustion and associated risks. This enables us to determine the most suitable application methodology, materials, equipment, and resources needed to effectively minimise and eliminate the impact of such incidents.
We prioritise the safe and efficient delivery of our product to affected zones. Our service delivery model ensures that all necessary equipment and resources are deployed to facilitate optimal treatment while maintaining the utmost safety for all personnel.
The treatment process involves an initial application of Heatshield, followed by an assessment and secondary application on flare-ups and hot spots. By creating a sealed environment that isolates the affected zone from generated heat and deprives it of oxygen, Heatshield effectively controls and eliminates the fire hazard.
Heatshield provides a long-term and reliable approach to control and prevent the self-heating and spontaneous combustion of coal.
Catering to an International Market
Our turn-key solutions are designed and constructed in South Africa, then shipped to our clients along with detailed operational instructions. This approach offers solutions to the spontaneous combustion challenges faced by industries worldwide.