A fire extinguishing device is configured to, in response to a location signal from a fire detector: move to a first reference location; detect a fire and generate a thermal image, and calculate a target direction based on a line of sight and the thermal image; rotate such that the line of sight is aligned with the target direction, and detect the fire and generate a first reference image; move in the target direction to a second reference location, and detect the fire and generate a second reference image; calculate a distance to fire and a height of the fire; move to a location within a predetermined range from the fire, move a tube to a spraying position based on the height of the fire, and discharge an extinguishing agent.

A nozzle positioning includes a primary pole, a grasping element supported on the upper end of the pole and configured to secure the pole to a surface, and a nozzle mount supported on the grasping element. The nozzle mount is configured to support a nozzle in a substantially horizontal position and to allow the nozzle to rotate about a longitudinal axis perpendicular to the horizontal upper surface of the grasping element. The grasping element is in the form of a hook configured to fit over a window sill or similar structure.

A nozzle positioning includes a primary pole, a grasping element supported on the upper end of the pole and configured to secure the pole to a surface, and a nozzle mount supported on the grasping element. The nozzle mount is configured to support a nozzle in a substantially horizontal position and to allow the nozzle to rotate about a longitudinal axis perpendicular to the horizontal upper surface of the grasping element. The grasping element is in the form of a hook configured to fit over a window sill or similar structure.

A method of providing a deluge system (10) on a boom (12) such as a boom that is used to conduct well flaring operations at an end thereof. The deluge system comprises a base unit (30), a stanchion (20), and a nozzle apparatus (22); the method comprising attaching the deluge system to a burner boom with a walkway, such that there remains a width of at least 30 cm clear passage on the boom's walkway after the deluge system has been attached. This provides an escape and/or rescue route for personnel should a dangerous situation occur, such as uncontrolled fire or personnel falling overboard. In preferred embodiments, the deluge system is attached to the boom outboard of handrail supports (which includes on a single handrail). The deluge system may have its own mechanism e.g. a winch, for moving the stanchion from a stowed position to an operative position which allows a safe and more optimum positioning of the stanchion away from the well flaring operation, as herein described. In a preferred embodiment, the stanchion is provided as part of a moveable member which is rotationally attached to a connection mechanism of the base unit at a connection point spaced away from an end of the moveable member. This allows the moveable member to have a counter weight system and reduces the amount of force required to move the moveable member, avoiding mechanical constraints.

A method of providing a deluge system (10) on a boom (12) such as a boom that is used to conduct well flaring operations at an end thereof. The deluge system comprises a base unit (30), a stanchion (20), and a nozzle apparatus (22); the method comprising attaching the deluge system to a burner boom with a walkway, such that there remains a width of at least 30 cm clear passage on the boom's walkway after the deluge system has been attached. This provides an escape and/or rescue route for personnel should a dangerous situation occur, such as uncontrolled fire or personnel falling overboard. In preferred embodiments, the deluge system is attached to the boom outboard of handrail supports (which includes on a single handrail). The deluge system may have its own mechanism e.g. a winch, for moving the stanchion from a stowed position to an operative position which allows a safe and more optimum positioning of the stanchion away from the well flaring operation, as herein described. In a preferred embodiment, the stanchion is provided as part of a moveable member which is rotationally attached to a connection mechanism of the base unit at a connection point spaced away from an end of the moveable member. This allows the moveable member to have a counter weight system and reduces the amount of force required to move the moveable member, avoiding mechanical constraints.

Fluid delivery systems and methods for using fluid delivery systems are rotatable around two axes. In one embodiment, the fluid delivery system has a reduced swing radius and/or a reduced clearance area needed to rotate the fluid delivery device about one of the axes. The reduced swing radius and/or reduced clearance area allow for a more compact footprint of the fluid delivery system and a larger ratio of flow rate of fluid per unit of required clearance area.

An adjustable locking assembly, including a strap lock including a clamping element, a locking strap including a first end connected to the strap lock and a second end connected to a locking pin, and a pin locking element including a pivoting latch, the pivoting latch including a channel arranged to receive the locking pin, wherein in a locked position, the locking pin is secured in the channel and the pivoting latch is pivoted away from the strap lock, and in an unlocked position, the locking strap is freely movable.

A fire apparatus includes a pump driver, a water pump driven by the pump driver, an aerial ladder assembly including a plurality of extendable ladder sections and ladder actuators configured to reposition the aerial ladder assembly and extend the plurality of extendable ladder sections, and a control system. The control system is configured to operate the aerial ladder assembly according to first predefined criteria, acquire first operation data during operation of the aerial ladder assembly according to the first predefined criteria, operate the water pump according to second predefined criteria, acquire second operation data during operation of the water pump according to the second predefined criteria, determine an adjustment for the fire apparatus based on the first operation data or the second operation data, and at least one of (a) implement the adjustment or (b) provide a notification regarding the adjustment.

A fire apparatus includes a pump driver, a water pump driven by the pump driver, an aerial ladder assembly including a plurality of extendable ladder sections and ladder actuators configured to reposition the aerial ladder assembly and extend the plurality of extendable ladder sections, and a control system. The control system is configured to operate the aerial ladder assembly according to first predefined criteria, acquire first operation data during operation of the aerial ladder assembly according to the first predefined criteria, operate the water pump according to second predefined criteria, acquire second operation data during operation of the water pump according to the second predefined criteria, determine an adjustment for the fire apparatus based on the first operation data or the second operation data, and at least one of (a) implement the adjustment or (b) provide a notification regarding the adjustment.

A high temperature-resistant fire extinguishing robot, comprising: a high temperature-resistant robot chassis system and a high temperature-resistant turret system. The high temperature-resistant robot chassis system carries the high temperature-resistant turret system to perform movements and obstacle avoidance, provides the high temperature-resistant turret system with energy, and further comprises: a high temperature-resistant tract drive system, a thermal protection system, and a control and sensor system, the high temperature-resistant track drive system being arranged outside of the thermal protection system, and the control and sensor system being arranged within the thermal protection system. The high-temperature turret system performs a fire extinguishing and cooling operation with respect to the external environment and further comprises: a water cannon, a water cannon thermal protection structure, and a cooling circulation system, the water cannon and the cooling circulation system being arranged within the water cannon thermal protection structure. In a high temperature-resistant protected state, the water cannon thermal protection structure is closed; in a fire extinguishing work state, the water cannon thermal protection structure is opened, and the water canon perform a fire extinguishing operation.