JCB 560-80 TELEHANDLER | VEHICLE FIRE SUPPRESSION

We recently installed our Dual Agent Automatic Fire Suppression System on a JCB 560-80 Wastemaster Telehandler, enhancing fire safety for waste and recycling operations.

The Dual Agent system comprises of wet and dry suppression agents. The dry powder provides powerful fire knockdown and coverage, the wet chemical agent cools superheated components of the engine to prevent reignition through strategically positioned nozzles in the engine bay.

Why Choose Fireward’s Dual Agent Fire Suppression?

The combination of wet and dry suppression agents means double the protection from fire damage:

• Dry Powder rapidly knocks down flames and reaches spots where there could be hidden fires.

• Wet Chemical agent cools superheated engine components, preventing fire reignition through strategically placed nozzles in the engine bay.

Additional Features:

Battery Isolator - Prevents electrical fires by cutting off the battery
In-Cab Monitor - Alerts operator that a fire was detected and suppressed
Manual Actuator - Allows operators to activate the system manually in emergencies

(WATCH) How does the system work?

Fire Risks in Waste & Recycling Telehandlers:

The JCB 560-80 Telehandler operates in high-risk environments with prolonged operational hours and combustible materials, making it vulnerable to machinery fires. A fire suppression system is essential to reduce downtime, repair costs, and safety risks.

Market-Leading Fire Protection for JCB Telehandlers

Fireward’s automatic fire suppression systems provide industry-leading fire safety, protecting heavy-duty machinery from catastrophic fire damage. Reduce the risk, protect your equipment, and keep your operations running smoothly.

Protect your machines and ensure your operations stay on track with Fireward’s automatic fire suppression systems.

Fireward, Protecting People and Assets 24/7.

To find out more about Fireward’s Automatic Fire Suppression systems, get in touch by calling 0800 151 0249 or email at: sales@fireward.co.uk