LINEAR HEAT DETECTION

Fires can spread rapidly and cause catastrophic damage if not detected early. Bandweaver’s Linear Heat Detection (LHD) systems combine the power of the FireLaser Distributed Temperature Sensing (DTS) unit with the FireFiber linear heat sensing cable. Together, they deliver continuous, real-time temperature monitoring along the full length of an installation. Unlike point detectors, this provides complete coverage with no blind spots, detecting abnormal heat rises in seconds and enabling intervention – often before flames appear.

BENEFITS

Ultra-Fast Detection

FireLaser LHD detects fire threats in as little as 5 seconds.

Complete Coverage

Continuous sensing along the entire cable length, unlike spot-based detectors.

Intelligent Alarms

Configurable alarms for temperature deviation, rate of rise, and maximum thresholds.

Reliable in Harsh Environments

Performs in smoke, dust, humidity, and airflow where conventional detectors fail.

Versatile Applications

From tunnels and warehouses to conveyors, batteries, and high-voltage cables.

Reduced Damage & Downtime

Early detection minimises risk, protects assets, and improves safety.

TYPES OF SYSTEMS

Every environment carries its own unique fire risks. FireLaser LHD is designed with the flexibility to protect both large open spaces and specific high-value assets, ensuring comprehensive coverage across a wide range of applications.

Open Space Protection

FireLaser LHD can be ceiling- or wall-mounted to provide reliable coverage across large open areas. By continuously monitoring temperature changes, the system detects developing fire risks long before smoke or flame-based detectors respond.

Typical applications include:

Road, rail, and service tunnels

Warehouses and distribution centres

Factories and production halls

Car parks and underground garages

This approach ensures complete area protection, even in harsh or dusty environments where conventional detectors may be compromised.

Asset-Mounted Protection

For maximum precision, FireLaser LHD can also be installed directly onto the assets themselves. The fiber optic sensing cable is mounted in close contact with the equipment, providing ultra-fast detection exactly where risks are highest.

Typical applications include:

Power and High Voltage Cables

Warehouse Racking and Shelving

Industrial Machinery and Process Equipment

Battery Storage Systems and electrical installations

Conveyor Belts and Moving Equipment

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This configuration enables early intervention at the source of the hazard, reducing the risk of damage, downtime, and costly disruptions

CASE STUDIES

Bandweaver’s Road Tunnel LHD Installation in Norway

August 14, 2026

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July 1, 2026

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Bandweaver’s Linear Heat Detection (LHD) System Turin Metro Monitoring

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