The piston accumulator on the Fogmaker system, which stores suppressant under high pressure.
ing that the system is mounted in a way that will allow it to discharge in the event of a collision. “Our point is to educate everyone that thermal events
do occur, but there are systems out here that can de- crease the chances of those thermal events spreading. [We want to] create a safer situation for the bus occu- pants and the public at large.” STN also sought comment from suppression system
manufacturers Amerex and Collins Aerospace (Kidde Technologies, Inc.). As of this writing, both companies had not replied to multiple emails and phone calls.
Time-Sensitive Evacuations Just as important as the technology that is used to
Suppression systems are designed to deploy even if they suffer a direct hit in a crash. However, MacRitchie recommended that they be inspected after any collision. Tyler said the Fogmaker system is “very durable,” add-
suppress fires are the emergency evacuation drills that school districts are required to conduct for bus drivers and students at least twice a year in most states— although many districts exceed that standard. Numerous fire simulations have demonstrated to school districts just how quickly a school bus can burn. Estimates are that students—including those with spe- cial needs—must be off the bus in less than two minutes.
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