Fast-Developing Machine Fire Extinguished Just After Building Starts To Burn On Touhy Ave, Elk Grove Village
Elk Grove Village police and firefighter/paramedics responded about 10:00 AM Friday to a report of an industrial fire at 1800 West Touhy Avenue. Firefighter/paramedics reported seeing a smoke header while en route to the fire. Heavy smoke poured out of the front overhead door as firefighters arrived. Firefighters reported the building was evacuated and initially that a furnace involved in manufacturing was on fire. The fire extended to the roof and parts of the building structure, but was quickly extinguished. Much of the smoke was from burning oil that is part of the company's manufacturing process.
Firefighters from Des Plaines, Elk Grove Township and Itasca assisted Elk Grove firefighters at the scene. Wood Dale and Mount Prospect firefighters assisted Elk Grove Village firefighters -- covering the rest of the village.
Chem Plate Industries is a private company that provides heat treating and metal finishing services, especially for the automotive industry.
Elk Grove Village Fire Chief Richard Mikel credited the business with textbook evacuation and response to their emergency. He also recognized good procedures and use of onsite fire suppression systems. Employees were also proactive in pointing out any possible hazards at the building.
An employee of Chem Plate Industries was grateful to Tasty Catering, 1900 Touhy Ave, who provided evacuated employees with shelter and food immediately after the fire.
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