Planck Vision Systems manufactures thermal imaging solutions for portable inspection and 24/7 monitoring of commercial applications including: Early Fire Detection, Manufacturing, Substations and Tunnels, Electrical Panel/Cabinets, Storage Facilities, Data Centers and Elevated Body Temperature Screening. Our company is headquartered in Santa Barbara CA, the capital of infrared sensing technologies in the United States.
On January 8, 2025, a fire broke out in the main switch room at Tuanku Ja’afar Hospital (HTJS) in Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia, causing significant disruption to hospital operations. The fire led to delays in patient admissions, especially at the Emergency and Trauma Department (ETD), due to the high volume of patients and lack of available beds. The estimated loss due to the fire is around $50,000. The hospital has implemented temporary measures, including a “discharge lounge” and “holding bay,” to ease the situation.
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On Thursday, January 8, 2025, a fire broke out in the main switch room of Tuanku Ja’afar Hospital (HTJS), located in Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia. The fire caused a disruption to hospital operations, including delays in admitting patients to the wards. The situation was further compounded by the high number of patients at the Emergency and Trauma Department (ETD) at the time and the unavailability of beds in the wards.
According to the state health director, Datuk Dr. Harlina Abdul Rashid, the fire delayed the transfer of patients, but the hospital quickly implemented a temporary solution to ease the congestion. The hospital set up a “discharge lounge” with six beds and a “holding bay” with 12 beds to serve as a transit ward until the issue could be resolved. These measures helped reduce the impact of the delays and ensured that patient care continued despite the circumstances.
While the cause of the fire has not been determined, the disruption to hospital operations is estimated to have resulted in a loss of approximately $50,000, including damage to electrical systems and operational costs during the downtime. The hospital is investigating the fire’s cause and is taking preventive measures to ensure that similar disruptions do not occur in the future.
This event emphasizes the importance of early fire detection and system protection in critical facilities like hospitals. Early detection technologies, such as thermal imaging, can help identify potential risks before they escalate into major fires, thereby minimizing damage and ensuring the safety of patients and staff.
For Heavy Industry, Planck Vision Systems leads with superior thermal imaging tailored for diverse industries. Beyond detecting minute temperature variations, our always-on technology ensures system protection, operational excellence, and catches every anomaly. This vigilance minimizes risks, preempting system failures and potential threats.
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