6ltr Foam Fire Extinguisher - AFFF - FireShield

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We explain fire theory and give you a step-by-step explanation of how to complete your fire risk assessment, along with useful downloads, illustrations and examples. Upon removal from its packaging and transit protection, and immediately prior to placing in its designated place, the extinguisher should undergo the sequence of commissioning actions taking into account the safety precautions. The water has a cooling effect on the fuel, causing it to burn much more slowly until the flames are eventually extinguished. Secondly, they contain ‘Aqueous Film Forming Foam’ (this is why they are also known as AFFF foam extinguishers). Pros: non-toxic, non-damaging to most materials, largely safe if accidentally used on electrical fires (although this is not recommended), designed to prevent the re-ignition fires, lighter in weight than the equivalent water extinguisher.

In 2010, Orchidee International of France developed the first FFHPF, the highest performing fluorine-free foam. Unlike some of our competitors, we use a UK manufactured foam which includes special corrosion resistance inhibitors. Safelincs has discontinued all AFFF foam extinguishers and is offering suitable AFFF foam-replacement extinguishers including the P50 Fluorine-Free Foam Service-Free Extinguishers. You can unsubscribe from our mailing list at any time, and we agree never to sell your personal information on to third parties. Similarly, fires involving flammable metals require specialised extinguishing agents, as using foam can potentially worsen the situation.After removing the foam extinguisher safety pin, follow the next steps to extinguish the fires you should be using foam extinguishers for.

A foam fire extinguisher discharges a foam solution under pressure that forms a blanket or film on the surface of a burning liquid creating a barrier between the fire vapours and the air necessary to support combustion thereby smothering the fire. Specialist dry powder extinguishers are only used on flammable metals, such as titanium and magnesium. Carol Browner, the USEPA Administrator in 1998, described Pyrocool as the "Technology for the Third Millennium: The Development and Commercial Introduction of an Environmentally Responsible Fire Extinguishment and Cooling Agent". In the United States, discharges of AFFF by vessels to surface waters are regulated by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Department of Defense, pursuant to the Clean Water Act.Where this is not possible stand well back, direct the spray over the fire with a gentle sweeping movement, allow the foam to drop down and lie on the surface of the burning liquid. With a foam extinguisher, the Aqueous Film-Forming Foam goes some way to cooling the fire while also cutting off its oxygen supply.

Not suitable for use on electrical appliances: If you use foam fire extinguishers on electrical appliances experiencing electrical fires, it’s likely that the result could be negative.

Every extinguisher we sell comes complete with a 5 year manufacturer's warranty, provided it is serviced in accordance with the requirements of BS 5306 part 3.

Recognised by their cream coloured label, they are well suited for Class B fires which involve flammable liquids such as paint and petrol, though they are also appropriate for use against Class A fires which involve paper, wood and fabrics. The fire extinguisher is supplied filled and ready to use with a durable base, wall fixing bracket, protective plastic lining and a unique spray nozzle, designed to comply with Dielectrical test to EN3-7 clause 9 ensuring the users safety is not compromised should the extinguisher accidentally get used on electrical fires. Lacking the harmful PFAS chemicals found in traditional AFFF foam, this is a more environmental choice that maintains Class A, Class B, and electrical coverage, while adding Class F capability.

Final National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) General Permit for Discharges Incidental to the Normal Operation of a Vessel.