It’s that time of year again: time to remind your operating staff of the proper procedures to minimize the potential for fires caused by spontaneous heating. Higher seasonal temperatures can add to the risk of fires.
 
Oxidizing oil and grease
 
The phenomenon of spontaneous heating in laundries can be found in both soiled and laundered textiles. Some factors contributing to the occurrence of this type of heating include the presence of organic materials subject to oxidation reactions. This occurs when the mass of the product minimizes heat transfer (cooling). Other factors associated with spontaneous ...