Fire protection for cables and pipes

Cables and pipes run throughout the ship, supplying various areas with electricity, water and other essential resources. As cables are prone to self-ignition from overheating or short-circuiting, and because pipes may be made of combustible materials or serve to convey flammable substances, preventive fire protection is essential in shipbuilding. Specialised fire protection coatings or wraps for cables and pipes help to prevent the rapid spread of flames and heat in the event of a fire; they effectively contain ignition hazards right at their source and minimise the risk of a major fire incident on the high seas.