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T r u e F l a m e D e t e c t i o n T e c h n o l o g y
Hazard detection solutions
for the oil industry.
Technologically advanced features,
unrivalled in the marketplace.
 An informed approach to flame detection
The MICROPACK Visual Flame Detection System is a Flame Detector and a CCTV Camera
engineered together to provide precise flame detection, and CCTV surveillance. It is the
safest and most advanced flame detection system available, and is proven reliable and
robust, even in the harshest of environments.

Superior Immunity to False Alarms Video Storage for post incident analysis
Simply put, we see it. MICROPACK’s Visual Flame Video images can be recorded for post incident
Features and Benefits

Detectors discriminate between genuine fire analysis and used for investigation purposes, training,
conditions and other radiant sources that could and to assist with future accident prevention.
cause conventional detectors to produce unwanted
alarms, such as solar radiation, flare radiation, electric
arc welding, hot CO2 emissions, and black body Remote Monitoring solutions reduce risk to
radiation. operators
Should an incident occur in an unmanned area, the
video images will allow suitable action to be taken
“True Flame” technology without compromising before personnel access the area.
detection
Superior flame detection technology is able to mask
out “friendly fires” without having to desensitize fire Advanced Optical Verification ensures
detection capabilities. continuous operation
The detector’s optical test facility checks the window
for contamination to ensure that the detector’s field
Live Video for quicker response of view is not restricted by any obstruction placed
A live video image is available from each camera immediately in front of the camera.
to provide detailed information to the operator
providing the ability for quicker response times to any
incident. MICROPACK’s unique image based detection
technology employs specially designed software to
process video image and instantaneously interpret
flame characteristics.
visual flame
detec tor

The system’s surveillance

aspect eliminates the need to
dispatch operators to investigate
alarms and reduces both the
risk of injury to operators and the
response time.
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Flame Detection for
High Hazard Applications ... detec tor

Offshore Drilling and Production Gasoline Transport Loading

Platforms Terminals
Applications

n Not affected by ice and water on n Provides additional video surveillance

the lens. capability for distant monitoring of
n Does not require shelter or shielding unmanned remote terminals.
from the rain.
n Does not alarm to flare reflections
from the process relief flare.
n Not affected by sunlight and hot
objects in the field of view of the
detector.

Pipeline Pumping Stations

n Not affected by hot machinery and
FPSO’s CO2 exhaust gasses from turbine
driven pumps and compressors.
n Due to the close proximity of the
process relief flare to the topside n Remote monitoring of the
production modules and decks, entire pipeline network can be
IR based flame detectors will accomplished using the CCTV video
constantly false alarm to the flare capability of the system.
reflections. Our Vision Based Flame
Detection technology was specifically
developed to address this challenge.

Refineries
Aircraft Hangars n Undiminished fire response in the
n Will not false alarm to arc welding, presence of hot process, flares and
X-rays or sunlight. fired processes.
n Will not reduce its sensitivity when n Video surveillance capability for
exposed to sunlight when hangar remote pump pads and pilot
doors are opened. buildings.
n Provides remote video signal to
guard station or security center for
increased security surveillance.

PetroChemical Plants Road Traffic Tunnels

n Reductions in plant operating n No false alarms to headlights, flashing
personnel demand that automatic lights, hot engines. Not affected by
response to fire conditions be bright sunlight at tunnel entrances.
immediate and fire responders have n Remote video capability can
the most accurate information in supplement existing road traffic
order to combat fires. The CCTV surveillance camera network.
function of Vision Based Flame
Detection provides a real time live
picture back in the control room,
where operators can safely guide and
advise personnel fighting the fire.
How does the
MICROPACK visual
flame detection
system work? We offer solutions

The system works by utilizing a series of imaging n

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stand-alone device and incorporates, within a single
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The system uses highly sophisticated Digital Signal countries
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discriminating between genuine fire conditions and technologies
other radiant sources that may cause conventional
detectors to become desensitized or produce n
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unwanted alarms.
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The system is administered via central control Maintenance
equipment which provides the operator with full
display and alarm handling facilities. Each detector n
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provides local video data and fire alarm/fault signaling
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The system is flexible and can be configured to your
particular requirements. Throughout the installation n
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the detectors are fixed to ensure the facilities
detection performance requirements are always met. n
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Fixed detectors also allow the operator, when in an
emergency situation, to quickly identify the area at n
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risk through the control system.

The detectors are designed to easily interface with a

MICROPACK Control System or interface through the
plant wide Distributed Control System. This provides
the operator with full display and alarm handling
facilities and live video images in the control room.
This remote imaging is particularly useful in areas that
are normally unmanned.
 Superior Flame Detection with Color Video
The MICROPACK CCTV Visual Flame Detector offering includes: our Flame Detector,
Communications and Video Network accessories, Operator Interface Software, as well
as support tools such as testing tools, surveys, and more.

n Designed to detect a hydrocarbon pool fire

of 10Kw of Radiant Heat Output, RHO
(1sq ft, .09 meter) at ranges of: FDS-101
Detection

- Black & White camera up to 65ft (20 meters)

- Color camera up to 144ft (44 meters)
within a 90° cone of vision in both indoor
visual flame
and outdoor applications. detector
Black and White
n Detects radiation in the visible and near
IR range.

n Available in Color or Black and White Video.

n Sensitivity is not affected by water on

the optics, and are not blinded by
contamination typically found in offshore

FDS-301
environments.

n Longer Detection Range than conventional

flame detectors. Saving installation costs. visual flame
Operator interface system
detector
Color

The system provides full display and alarm handling

facilities for up to four monitors, audible alarms and
operator controls. The monitors can be integrated in
to the Distributed Control System (DCS) or be
stand-alone providing the operators with
geographic mimics of the installed detectors and a
live video image from the specific detector.

The live video image may be selected at any time

allowing the system to be used for both surveillance
and fire detection. The system will automatically
generate audible and visual alarms under confirmed
fire conditions. The interface can be configured to
fully meet your specific requirements for control
actions and video surveillance.
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Temperature Range Hazardous Area Certification
Operating : -40F to +158F | -40C to +70C ATEX EEx-d, IIC T6
Storage : -40F to +176F | -40C to +80C UL NEC class 1 Div 1 and Class 1 Zone 1
Humidity : 0 to 100% RH EXDII CT6 GB 3836.1: GB3836.2
CSA Exd IIc
Operating Voltage
24VDC Nominal Ingress Protection
18V to 32V Maximum IP66
10W Typical Power Consumption NEMA 4X
Flame Sensitivity - Black and White Fire Service Listing
1 sq ft n-Heptane fire @ 65ft | .09m n-Heptane fire @ 20m FM 3260
Coverage: 90° cone of view
European Directives
Response Time CE Certified
10 seconds Approx.
Enclosure
Flame Sensitivity - Color 5.90”H x 5.90”H x 5.90”H Overall |
1 sq ft n-Heptane fire @ 144ft | .09m n-Heptane fire @ 44m 150mmH x 150mmW x 150mmL Overall
Coverage: 90° cone of view Material : LM25 (red epoxy coating)
Sensor: Low Light CCD Shipping Weight. : 5.51 lbs | 2.5KG
Resolution: 640x480 pixels Material : Stainless Steel
Video Output: NTSC or PAL 2 Wire Twisted Pair Shipping Weight. : 13.23 lbs | 6KG
Video User Interface: Micropack Control
System or Conventional Digital Video Recorder/ Connections
Video Switcher Power. : 2 Wire
RS485 : 2 Wire Twisted Pair
Output(s) Video. : 2 Wire Twisted Pair
Relay contacts alarm and fault
Current 4-20 mA Conduit Entry
RS485 bidirectional serial communications link 1x3/4 NPT
Live Video 2x1/2 NPT

For over 20 years, MICROPACK has been actively working with the oil & gas industry,
and today is recognized as experts in hazard detection technologies.

In the Americas In the UK and Europe Represented by:

Micropack Detection (Americas) Inc. MICROPACK (Engineering) Ltd.
1227 Lakecrest Court Fire Training Centre, Schoolhill
Fort Collins, Colorado, 80526 Portlethen, Aberdeen
USA AB12 4RR, Scotland
Tel : 1 970 377 2230 Tel : +44 (0)1224 784055
Fax : 1 970 377 2273 Fax : +44 (0)1224 784056
Email: [email protected] Email : [email protected]
www.micropackamericas.com www.micropack.co.uk

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