Foam Fire Protection System
How does a foam fire protection system work?
Foam-based systems act quickly and effectively in areas containing grease (restaurant kitchens) or fuel oil (vehicle engines). When triggered, the system covers the protected equipment with a layer of foam that smothers the fire and absorbs heat to cool the fuel.
Foam fights fire in several ways:
- Oxygen exclusion: the foam layer stops oxygen from feeding the fire
- Surface covering: prevents the release of vapour
- Cooling: removes heat
Why choose a foam fire protection system?
Even a thin layer of foam keeps oxygen away from the fire and prevents re-ignition, which is essential for protecting sensitive areas.
The Triplestar kitchen system uses F/K Agent foam for oily areas such as commercial kitchens. For vehicle engines, the Compact Line system uses RX-FF1 foam to suppress fires in the engine compartment before they spread.
Applications
Advantages of foam fire suppression systems
Highly dependable
No electricity or moving parts.
Quick & easy installation
Installed directly above high-risk areas.
Early fire detection
The heat of a flame-up bursts the tube at its hottest spot and triggers activation.
Premium quality
Firetec foam systems feature reliable technology and exceptional quality.
Prevents re-ignition
The foam absorbs heat from the burning surface.
Key foam agents
FireDETEC F/K Agent for kitchen applications
Water cannot be used on commercial kitchen (Class K) fires because it makes grease fires worse. The Triplestar system protects deep fryers and grills with fluorine-free F/K agent. The foam is biodegradable, easy to clean and allows a quick return to business.
RX-FF1 foam agent for vehicle applications
An engine compartment fire is hard to control. The Compact Line system detects and extinguishes it automatically with RX-FF1, a fluorine-free, biodegradable foam that isolates fuel from oxygen. Suitable for class B fires and usable down to 0°C.
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Foam Fire Suppression System FAQ
What is foam fire suppression?
A method that uses foam for fires involving flammable liquids like gasoline, oil or cooking grease. The system releases a mixture of foam concentrate, water and air that expands into a blanket of bubbles.
How does a foam fire suppression system work?
It blankets the affected area with foam, cutting off oxygen and lowering the temperature of the fuel. When a fire is detected, the system activates automatically.
What are the advantages of foam fire suppression systems?
- No electricity or moving parts
- Quick & easy installation above high-risk areas
- Early fire detection at the hottest spot
- Reliable, premium quality technology
- Prevents the fire from re-igniting
Foam Fire Protection System
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