Vehicle Fire Suppression Systems for On-Road Transport
Bus fires can develop in seconds. Truck engine bay fires on a highway offer no safe stopping point and no time for a manual response. MusterFire automatic vehicle fire suppression systems protect drivers, passengers and cargo on trucks, buses, electric vehicles and mixed fleets operating on Australian roads, certified to AS 5062 and deployed through our national distributor network.
Trusted Protection for Mobile Equipment and Fixed Plant
When a fire starts on your machine, there is no time to wonder whether your suppression system will work. Muster systems are engineered to remove that doubt entirely. Built to Australian Standards, deployed across mining, agriculture, construction and transport operations worldwide, and backed by a global network of authorised distributors, Muster delivers protection you can count on, every shift, every site, every machine.
Quality Assured
Muster systems are certified to AS 5062:2022, meeting the compliance requirements of Australia's most demanding industries. Built to the highest standards. Reliable when it matters most.
System Support
From risk assessment and system design through to installation, maintenance and training, our expert distributor network provides end-to-end support. Rapid, reliable, and always compliant.
Innovative Solutions
Continuously evolving to meet the demands of modern heavy industry, from autonomous vehicles to electric fleets.
Sustainability
Our suppression agents are fluorine-free and environmentally responsible. Muster systems are designed with ecological impact in mind, meeting global environmental protection standards without compromising on performance.
Suppression Systems for Transport & Fleet Vehicles
Suppression Systems for Transport & Fleet Vehicles
A commonly selected solution for diesel buses, coaches, and prime movers. Fluorine-free foam (F3) for hydrocarbon liquid fires. Effective smothering to prevent re-ignition on mining and heavy equipment.
Compact misting for smaller fleet vehicles, forklifts and buses with confined engine bays. Minimal water use. Pre-engineered kits for fast installation and re-commissioning.
No-water suppression for electric vehicle electrical compartments and HV battery management cabinets. Designed for rapid discharge while minimising contamination, clean-up requirements, and collateral damage to sensitive equipment.
Fast dry chemical suppression deployable alongside foam in a dual-agent configuration. Compact and suitable for confined commercial vehicle engine bays.
Vehicle-mount ABE and CO2 extinguishers with brackets and signage. Required by Australian Standards as a supplementary measure alongside all automatic vehicle systems.
FLEET MANAGEMENT
Muster360
Design the suppression system for every vehicle in your fleet on one cloud-based platform. Digital risk assessment and system design, with real time reports and access to experts.
Cloud based access
Why On-Road Transport Needs Automatic Suppression
Why On-Road Transport Needs Automatic Suppression
Electric vehicle fleets add a new fire profile. Lithium-ion battery fires in electric buses and trucks involve thermal runaway events that behave differently from conventional fuel fires, requiring specific detection and suppression strategies that standard systems are not calibrated for.
Vehicles We Protect
Vehicles We Protect
Diesel Buses & Coaches
Engine compartment protection with optional activation and engine shutdown delay settings to help the driver stop safely before automatic system discharge, meeting bus-specific safely standards.
Electric Buses (EV)
Electric bus fire risks require early thermal detection, rapid response, and sustained cooling support. MusterFire EV bus solutions can be engineered for lithium-ion battery risk profiles, helping reduce fire spread and support emergency response.
Prime Movers & Trucks
Large diesel fuel loads with engine bays running continuously on long hauls. MusterFire foam-based and misting systems protect engine bays without interrupting vehicle power systems.
School Buses
Fast, reliable suppression sized for typical engine bay volumes with detection set to respond before a fire can enter the passenger compartment.
Tanker Trucks
Fuel tankers carry their own suppression risk in the form of the cargo itself. Engine bay protection on fuel tankers is a critical safety requirement specified through risk assessment.
Forklifts & Fleet Vehicles
Commercial fleets and forklifts benefit from compact Muster misting and IPS systems sized for smaller vehicle engine bays and confined engine compartments.
Protect Your Fleet from Fire
Whether it is one bus or 200 trucks, MusterFire has a certified, AS5062-compliant system for your fleet. Start with a risk assessment for your vehicle type.
Is fire suppression mandatory on Australian buses?
NSW government contract buses require engine bay fire suppression systems. Many state public transport contracts and private operator insurance policies now require AS 5062-compliant suppression on passenger buses.
What type of fire suppression system suits a diesel bus?
MusterFire foam-based systems are the most common choice for diesel bus engine bays. The system includes activation and shutdown delay settings so the driver receives a warning alarm before automatic discharge, allowing a controlled stop.
How does a vehicle fire suppression system work when the vehicle is moving?
The detection and actuation system operates independently of vehicle speed. If the detection temperature is reached, the alarm panel triggers automatically regardless of whether the vehicle is moving or stationary.
Can MusterFire protect electric bus battery packs from fire?
Yes. MusterFire systems can help manage electric bus battery fire risks through early thermal detection, rapid suppression, and sustained cooling. While no system can guarantee complete protection against lithium-ion thermal runaway, the system is designed to reduce heat, suppress flames, slow fire propagation, and provide critical time for evacuation and emergency response.
How long does installation take on a bus or truck?
A standard bus engine bay installation typically takes one day. Fleet installations can be staged to keep the majority of vehicles operational while each vehicle is taken in for installation in rotation.
What happens after the suppression system discharges on a bus?
The vehicle should not be re-started until an authorised technician has confirmed the fire is extinguished, assessed any damage and re-commissioned the suppression system. A discharge event report must be completed.
Can I get fire suppression for my entire truck fleet at once?
Yes. For uniform fleets where all vehicles are the same model, a single Muster360 design covers the full fleet. Installations are staged to keep operations running. Fleet pricing is available.
Does vehicle fire suppression cover the cab or passenger compartment?
Standard installations protect the engine bay. Cab and passenger compartment protection can be specified as an additional zone where required by specific risk assessment findings or regulatory requirements.
What is the service interval for a vehicle fire suppression system?
Driver-level daily checks, six-monthly service by an authorised technician and a full annual service with commissioning re-test. Higher-kilometre operations may require more frequent servicing.
