Early Fire Detection & Thermal Radiometry
Why Smoke Detectors Are Not Enough
Standard fire safety systems are reactive. They wait for smoke particles or visible flames to reach a sensor on the ceiling. By that time, the fire is often already out of control.
The Thermal Advantage
Cape Thermal utilises radiometric thermal cameras that act as continuous, non-contact temperature sensors. We detect the pre-combustion phase—the rapid heat buildup (thermal runaway) that occurs minutes or even hours before a fire ignites.
See the Invisible: Detect "hot spots" buried deep within waste piles or coal heaps.
Trigger Early Alarms: Automated alerts are sent the moment a specific temperature threshold (e.g., 80°C) is breached, allowing your team to intervene before the sprinkler system even activates.
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High-Risk Environments We Protect
Lithium-Ion Battery Storage (BESS) With the rise of solar installations in South Africa, battery fires are a critical risk. Thermal cameras monitor battery racks for "thermal runaway" during charging cycles, identifying a failing cell before it explodes.
Waste Bunkers & Recycling Facilities Deep-seated fires in waste piles are notoriously difficult to detect. Our cameras monitor surface temperatures to identify pockets of spontaneous combustion caused by chemical reactions or pressure.
Coal Stockpiles & Bulk Material Large coal yards are prone to self-heating. Automated thermal monitoring scans vast areas to identify hotspots, guiding water cannons or suppression systems to the exact location of the heat source.
Warehousing & Logistics Protect high-value inventory from electrical faults or arson. A thermal "virtual wall" can monitor an entire warehouse aisle for abnormal heat signatures.
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Intelligent Radiometry & Alarm Logic
We don't just sell cameras; we configure Smart Alarming Logic to prevent false positives.
Isotherms & Colour Palettes: We configure the video feed to visually highlight only the hottest areas in the frame (e.g., anything above 60°C glows bright red), making it instant and obvious for security operators to see a threat.
Dynamic Temperature Thresholds: Our systems can ignore "normal" heat sources (like a forklift engine) while instantly flagging an abnormal heat source (like a smouldering pallet).
Integration: Alarms can trigger strobe lights, sirens, or send signals directly to your fire panel.
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Don't Wait for the Smoke.
Insurance compliance is changing. Ensure your facility is protected with the latest in radiometric fire detection technology.
Get in touch to find the Perfect Thermal Solution for your assets.
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