Caledonia, Michigan – Viking Group, Inc., a Michigan-based manufacturer and distributor of fire protection solutions, is pleased to announce the addition of a new ultraviolet infrared flame detector to its alarm and detection portfolio. The new detector takes at most only five seconds to detect dangerous hydrocarbon pan fuel fires from up to 128 ft. away.
The FM Approved VSF303 UV/IR Flame Detector is an explosion proof ultraviolet (UV) infrared (IR) flame detector. The device delivers superior performance, responding to hydrocarbon liquid fuel and gas fires at long distances. Utilizing the latest IR flame detection algorithms, the VFS303 UV/IR detector ensures maximum false alarm immunity in markets like oil and gas, chemical, manufacturing, recycling plants, storage, aviation and more!
“The new UV/IR detector adds a unique solution to the existing detection portfolio from Viking, making it a more well-rounded and complete solution," says Holland Smith, General Manager – Alarm & Detection Portfolio.
Additional features from the FM Approved VSF303 UV/IR Flame Detector include convenient and continuous optical testing, adjustable sensitivity levels for application flexibility, microprocessor-controlled heated optics for operation through harsh weather events, and significantly enhanced false alarm immunity through multi-spectrum IR design. Learn more about the VSF303 UV/IR Flame Detector and the rest of the alarm and detection portfolio offerings at www.vikinggroupinc.com.
Viking is a global leader in manufacturing and distributing innovative fire protection and life safety systems. For more than 100 years, the company’s products and services have protected lives and property worldwide from the devastating effects of fire. For more information on Viking’s complete line of fire protection products and services, visit www.vikinggroupinc.com.