February 20, 2023
DOWNERS GROVE, IL – Two fire sprinklers fully extinguished a fire inside the Flavorchem manufacturing facility. The fire was caused by a drum warming blanket that malfunctioned. No injuries were reported.
According to the facilities manager, the sprinklers prevented what could’ve been catastrophic. The fire sprinkler system has its yearly service as well as a five-year obstruction service performed by the sprinkler contractor.
Sources: Kyle Gansel, Shambaugh & Sons