SFPE Meeting: Linear Heat Detection

  • 02/18/2026
  • 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Legends Patio Grill and Bar 6920 Pacific St Suite 100, Omaha, NE 68106

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Presenter: 

Dean Rushin, CET

Technical Applications Engineer - Americas

FFE Specialist Fire Detection


Agenda:

Linear Heat Detection – Fixed and Programmable Temperature

Linear heat detectors (LHD) are used in a wide range of applications and provide some unique advantages over other detection types. They are easy to install and provide an easy way to conduct testing and maintenance. This makes it a great choice for applications like elevator shafts, warehouse racking, industrial machinery, cold storage, solar panels, and more. In this presentation, we will be reviewing NFPA guidance for designing LHD systems and discuss Inspection/Testing/Maintenance for the system. The audience will learn about standard fixed temperature LHD as well as programmable temperature LHD. Attendees will gain insights into different operating mechanisms of LHD, including fixed temperature and programmable-temperature based detection. The programmable temperature type detection is unique in the market and the attendees will learn about its benefits. Case studies in this presentation will illustrate successful deployment of LHD in several different applications.

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand which linear heat detection types are best for different applications based on ambient temperature and other factors.
  • Understand some of the unique requirements for linear heat detection in elevator shaft and road tunnel applications.


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