Ecmweb 8571 Firetruck2
Ecmweb 8571 Firetruck2
Ecmweb 8571 Firetruck2
Ecmweb 8571 Firetruck2
Ecmweb 8571 Firetruck2

Resin Factory Fire Result of Electrical Short

March 17, 2016
The fire started in two electrical vaults inside two cabinets at Toray Resin.

A fire at a resin factory in Shelbyville, Ind., was caused by an accidental electrical short last week. The fire started in two electrical vaults inside two cabinets at Toray Resin.

The Shelbyville News reported that there was a lot of smoke, and firefighters did not know when the call came in that it was an electrical vault fire until the fire was out and the smoke cleared out. Three engines and one battalion truck (a total of 10 firefighters) were dispatched to the scene.

No injuries were reported, and there was no damage estimate provided.

Voice your opinion!

To join the conversation, and become an exclusive member of EC&M, create an account today!

Sponsored Recommendations

Electrical Conduit Comparison Chart

CHAMPION FIBERGLASS electrical conduit is a lightweight, durable option that provides lasting savings when compared to other materials. Compare electrical conduit types including...

Don't Let Burn-Through Threaten Another Data Center or Utility Project

Get the No Burn-Through Elbow eGuide to learn many reasons why Champion Fiberglass elbows will enhance your data center and utility projects today.

Considerations for Direct Burial Conduit

Installation type plays a key role in the type of conduit selected for electrical systems in industrial construction projects. Above ground, below ground, direct buried, encased...

How to Calculate Labor Costs

Most important to accurately estimating labor costs is knowing the approximate hours required for project completion. Learn how to calculate electrical labor cost.