1 000 wildfires/year are ignited by electricity distribution cables in the US. PIN flame retardant cable insulation can cut risk, reduce energy losses and enable underground transmission infrastructure, which offers aesthetic benefits and avoids damage and outages in storms. Online article by Dow underlines that wildfire risks from non-insulated T&D (electrical transmission & distribution) cables are increasing with climate change, and with grid infrastructure ageing. PIN FR polymers enable performance insulation of both overhead and underground cables, ensuring fire safety and without using halogenated materials. PIN FR materials show low levels of smoke, corrosivity and gas toxicity in case of fire.
“Advances In Materials Science Reduce Risks”, P. Brigandi, Dow Packaging and Specialty Plastics, TDWorld, 4th June 2024, https://www.tdworld.com/vegetation-management/article/55056062/advances-in-materials-science-reduce-risks