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Fire Survival Cables

Fire Survival Cables

Importance of Fire Survival Cables

  • According to the India Risk Survey Report 2017, fire is a top risk across various sectors, including education, hospitality, infrastructure, healthcare, and retail.
  • Common causes of fire outbreaks in infrastructure include cable short circuits, faulty equipment, flammable materials, negligence, and inadequate training.
  • Electricity is the most common cause of fire in buildings and infrastructure.
  • The National Building Code (NBC) in India provides guidelines for electrical installations, emphasizing safety from fire and shock.
  • The National Building Code (NBC) in India provides guidelines for electrical installations, emphasizing safety from fire and shock.

ATC PRO Fire Survival Cables:

  • ATC PRO cables offers fire survival cables (low smoke halogen-free – LSHF) suitable for indoor and outdoor applications.
  • These cables ensure continuity of power supply during a fire event.
  • They are essential in high-rise buildings, schools, hospitals, hotels, malls, and subways.
  • ATC PRO’s fire survival cables undergo rigorous testing and conform to various IEC and BS specifications.
  • They contribute to a green and healthy environment by emitting fewer corrosive gases near the fire.

Indian Standards and BIS Proposal:

  • Currently, there are no specific Indian standards for fire survival cables.
  • The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is expected to propose an Indian standard for these cables.
  • Fire survival cables should withstand high temperatures (up to 950°C) for at least three hours to ensure emergency circuits remain operational during fires.

Remember that fire survival cables are critical for safety, and their development continues to evolve. If you need further information or have any other queries, feel free to ask

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