Biomass-fired thermal fluid heater damaged from an internal fire

Incident Investigation

Biomass-fired thermal fluid heater damaged from an internal fire

September 28, 2021

Boiler, PV and Refrigeration

Reference Number:

II-1260939-2021 (#24215)



Location: Peace River region

Regulated industry sector: Boilers, PV & refrigeration - Boiler and pressure vessel system

Incident overview

A biomass-fired thermal fluid heater developed a secondary fire due to accumulation of ash and slag. The heat from the secondary fire damaged several parts of the heater rendering it inoperable.

 

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