FM certification for cooling towers

FM Approvals (Factory Mutual Approvals) is a globally recognized certification body for industrial and fire safety. FM certification for cooling towers signifies that their structural materials and overall design have been tested and meet fire safety standards , effectively reducing fire risk and making them particularly suitable for high-risk industrial environments.

Key Points of FM Certification

• Flame retardant and fire resistant properties: The cooling tower body (such as shell, packing, structural materials) must pass a combustion test to prove that it has low flammability or self-extinguishing properties, which can prevent the rapid spread of fire.
• Structural safety: Verify that the equipment can maintain structural stability under fire or high temperature conditions, reducing the risk of collapse or escalation of disasters.
• Industrial insurance requirements: FM standards are often listed as equipment procurement conditions by international insurance companies and large enterprises, especially for high-value facilities such as petrochemical plants, power plants, and data centers.

FM certification for cooling towers signifies that the equipment and materials possess excellent fire-resistant properties, reducing the risk of fire spread. It is an important safety certification commonly required for petrochemical, energy, and large industrial facilities.