Million damage caused by fire in Mehrstetten: Technical defect suspected
Million damage caused by fire in Mehrstetten: Technical defect suspected
Mehrstetten, Deutschland - In the Schwäbische municipality of Mehrstetten, in the district of Reutlingen, there was a devastating fire in an industrial plant on June 15, 2025. According to the report from the ZVW amounts to several million euros. The cause of the devastating fire could have been a technical defect in the photovoltaic system installed there.
Fortunately, no employees were present in the metal processing company at the time of the fire. An employee noticed the fire and reported it, but remains unclear how he became aware of it. An employee had to be treated on site due to slight smoke poisoning, so that the staff got off lightly.fire risks in photovoltaic systems
photovoltaic systems are known to cause fires, which has now led to public discussions. The Fraunhofer Ise examined the security aspects and fire risks of such systems in a comprehensive research project. The dangers from light sheets and the safety of fire brigade for fire operations were the focus, and recommendations for action to minimize the fire risk.
A detailed guide that even includes over 300 pages offers instructions for planning, installation and operation of photovoltaic systems. This guide was developed by TÜV Rheinland in cooperation with Fraunhofer ISE and is part of a comprehensive study on security and risk reduction in the field of solar energy. Florian Reil from TÜV Rheinland found that the fire risks were low, but there are still opportunities for reducing.
security measures and fire protection
The most common causes of fire in PV systems are installation errors as well as product and planning defects. Especially since over 1.5 million solar systems are in operation in Germany, it is crucial to take preventive measures in order to continue to minimize the risk of such incidents. Experts warn of an increase in fires due to the aging of the materials.
As part of the project, concrete technical developments, including light-bow tectors, and a comprehensive risk assessment (FMEA) were examined in order to take a close look at all components of the PV systems. Not only the plant operators, but also the emergency services are better prepared for possible risks. Further information and details on the results of these examinations can be called up on Feuertrutz
The fire in Mehrstetten is a emphatic reminder for all those responsible in the solar industry that security standards and regular checks are essential to avoid such incidents. The ongoing investigation into the cause of the fire will show whether there are necessary improvements in the guidelines for installing PV systems.
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