Bus Engine Fire Protection
Bus Engine Fire Suppression System — LIFEGUARD®
Automatic, rapid-response fire protection for diesel, petrol, CNG & EV bus engine compartments — compliant with national safety standards
Engine compartment fires are among the most frequent and most dangerous fire incidents in buses. Fuel leaks, overheated components, electrical short circuits, turbocharger failures and oil mist ignition can cause fires that spread within seconds—often while the vehicle is in motion.
LIFEGUARD® Bus Engine Fire Suppression System is a fully automatic, engineered fire protection solution designed to detect and suppress fires at the source inside the engine compartment, minimizing risk to passengers, drivers and assets. Developed in alignment with Indian national fire safety standards and transport safety requirements, the system is suitable for city buses, intercity coaches, school buses, electric buses, and public transport fleets.
Why Engine Compartment Fire Protection Is Essential
Bus engine compartments present a high-risk fire environment due to:
Presence of flammable fuels (diesel, petrol, CNG)
Hot engine surfaces and turbochargers
Hydraulic oil and lubricants
Dense electrical wiring and battery systems
Restricted airflow and limited manual access
Once a fire starts, manual intervention is unsafe and often impossible, making automatic detection and suppression critical.
System Overview – LIFEGUARD Bus Engine Fire Suppression
The LIFEGUARD system is designed as a standalone or integrated module, consisting of:
Automatic Fire Detection
Linear heat detection tube / heat sensors
Suppression Agent Storage Cylinder
Agent selected based on engine type
High-Integrity Piping & Nozzles
Engineered for uniform discharge
Control Valve & Actuation Mechanism
Manual Actuation Option for Driver
System Status Indicator (Cabin Alert)
The system activates within seconds of fire detection, suppressing the fire before it spreads beyond the engine bay.
Suppression Agents Used (Application-Specific)
???? Mechanical Foam (Diesel / Petrol / CNG Buses)
Smothers flammable liquid fires
Cools hot engine surfaces
Prevents re-ignition of fuel vapors
???? HMS – Hydrated Mica Suspension (EV Buses)
Specifically engineered for lithium-ion battery fires
Cools and encapsulates battery modules
Provides re-ignition resistance
Agent selection is customized to the fuel type and engine architecture.
Compliance with National Standards
LIFEGUARD Bus Engine Fire Suppression Systems are designed in compliance with:
AIS (Automotive Industry Standards) for bus fire safety
CMVR (Central Motor Vehicle Rules)
NBC principles for fixed fire suppression systems
PESO-referenced safe practices (for pressure vessels)
Guidelines issued by State Transport Authorities (STUs)
Documentation supports type approval, fleet tenders and statutory inspections.
Applications Across Bus Categories
City & Urban Buses
Diesel / CNG city buses
Electric city buses
Rapid transit fleets
Intercity & Tourist Coaches
Long-distance coaches
Sleeper buses
Luxury coaches
School & Institutional Buses
Automatic protection without driver intervention
Enhanced safety for children
Electric & Hybrid Buses
Engine + battery compartment protection
Integrated with BMS and alarm systems
Engineered Coverage Design
LIFEGUARD designs each system to ensure:
Coverage of turbocharger, fuel lines, manifolds and alternator
Protection of oil mist zones and hot surfaces
Nozzle placement based on CFD-based fire risk mapping
Uniform agent discharge with minimal wastage
System Activation Sequence
Temperature rises beyond threshold
Detection tube/sensor activates
Suppression cylinder discharges automatically
Agent floods engine compartment
Fire is suppressed in seconds
Cabin alarm alerts driver
Manual override is available for emergency activation.
Integration with Passenger Area Protection
For comprehensive bus fire safety, LIFEGUARD recommends:
Engine Compartment: Foam or HMS
Passenger Area: Watermist
Electrical Panels: Clean agent or Watermist
This zonal protection approach ensures maximum effectiveness.
Maintenance & Serviceability
Simple periodic inspection
Minimal downtime
Rechargeable cylinders
AMC & training support available
Key Benefits for Fleet Operators
✔ Prevents catastrophic engine fires
✔ Protects passengers and driver
✔ Reduces vehicle loss and downtime
✔ Automatic operation – no human delay
✔ Custom agent selection
✔ Compliance-ready documentation
✔ Suitable for ICE & EV buses
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Why LIFEGUARD®
Manufacturer of ISI Certified Fire Safety Equipment
Proven expertise in bus and EV fire protection systems
Indigenous engineering & customization
End-to-end support from design to AMC
Trusted by transport authorities & OEMs
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United Fire Equipments Pvt. Ltd.
Manufacturer of ISI Certified Fire Safety Equipment
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