Foam Suppression Systems
Foam Suppression Systems are engineered to protect high-risk environments where flammable liquids, chemical spill fires, or Class B hazards are present. Unlike water-only systems, foam creates a stable blanket that suppresses vapors, cools the surface, and prevents re-ignition, giving superior protection for industrial, commercial, and mission-critical facilities.
In partnership with HD Fire, our Foam Suppression Solutions integrate air-aspirating foam-water sprinklers, deluge systems, proportioning technology, and foam agents to ensure rapid fire control across large, complex hazards.
Foam Concentrate Options
| Category |
AR-SFFF F3 3×3 (Fluorine-Free) |
AFFF 3-C6 | AFFF 3F-C6 | AR-AFFF 3×3-C6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best For | Hydrocarbon & polar solvent fires; future-ready PFAS-free sites | Hydrocarbon fires | Hydrocarbon fires | Hydrocarbon & polar solvent fires |
| Foam Type | Synthetic Fluorine-Free (AR-SFFF 3×3) | Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) | Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) | Alcohol-Resistant AFFF (AR-AFFF) |
| Key Features |
• PFAS-free, fluorine-free • Long drainage time (>45 min) • Strong vapor sealing • High wetting & penetration on Class A materials |
• Fast flame knockdown • Strong aqueous film layer • Low viscosity & rapid spreading |
• Fast knockdown • AFFF film formation • Low viscosity; clear to amber liquid |
• Forms aqueous film on hydrocarbons • Polymer membrane on polar solvents • Strong burn-back resistance |
| Application Rate | 3% on hydrocarbons / 3% on polar solvents | 3% | 3% | 3% on hydrocarbons / 3% on polar solvents |
| Water Compatibility | Fresh Sea, Hard or Brackish Water | Fresh, sea/salt, or hard water | Fresh, sea/salt, or hard water | Fresh, sea/salt, or hard water |
| Class A Fire Performance | Excellent wetting & penetration (acts as insulating barrier) | Can be used as wetting agent | Wetting agent capability for wood, paper, tyres | May be used as wetting agent for Class A (wood/paper/tyres) |
| Environmental Profile | PFAS-free, fluorine-free; 100% biodegradable; non-toxic to aquatic life | C6 fluorosurfactants; biodegradable; low aquatic toxicity | C6 fluorosurfactants; biodegradable; low aquatic toxicity | C6 fluorosurfactants; biodegradable; low aquatic toxicity |
| 25% Drain Time | >45 min | ~2 min 15 sec | ~2 min 15 sec | ~5 min 30 sec |
| Operating Temp | Lowest usable temperature: 1.7°C | Pour point: -2°C | Pour point: -2°C | Flows at 0°C |
Key System Advantages
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High Performance Fire Control for Flammable Liquids
- Quickly suppresses Class B flammable liquid fires
- Produces stable low-expansion foam for vaporsealing & cooling
- Prevents re-ignition even in spill and surface fires
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Durable Construction
- Stainless steel and bronze options for corrosion resistance
- Air-aspirating design ensurers consistent foam quality
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Efficient System Integration
- Works seamlessly with proportioning systems, deluge valves, and detection
- Open-type design suitable for deluge systems and high-risk spill areas