Versatile

F-500 Encapsulator Agent can be used on most fires. There is no need to carry Class A foam for Class A fires, AFFF foam for Class B nonpolar fires, AR-AFFF foam for Class B polar fires and powder for Class D combustible metal fires when F-500 EA can handle all of these fires. F-500 EA can also handle some Class C fires, specifically energized transformers and high-voltage hybrid and electric car fires.

* Class C Fires – F-500 EA has been tested and approved only for transformer fires energized to 345 KV, streaming from 125 feet and lithium-ion hybrid and electric car fires.

Less Agent Used

Time after time, tests and real-life events have shown the superior knockdown capability and burnback resistance of F-500 EA. The fire is rapidly cooled and the fuel and free radicals are encapsulated, extinguishing the fire. The faster the fire is out, the less agent will be used, therefore making it cost-effective.

Less Water Used

More and more communities are taking water usage more seriously. Water is becoming an expense that needs to be addressed.

In many areas, water is not available, such as motorways/roads, industrial properties and rural areas. That means the first fire engine on the scene needs to be carrying enough water to fight the fire or an additional team or tank engine needs to be called in. An expensive and time-consuming drafting operation may be initiated to draw water from a nearby pond. All of this may be unnecessary if F-500 EA is used due to the speed of extinguishment.

Finally, using less water means less water damage at the scene of the fire and probably no runoff into the sewer system or worse, local streams. Rarely, would a bunding operation be required.

Man/Hours

Time at a scene is critical. Time wasted on overhauls and rekindle callbacks wastes time and money. More time at the scene results in fatigue, which leads to injuries.

Reduced Workman’s Compensation Claims

F-500 EA doesn’t create scalding steam like water. Only F-500 EA creates a warm vapour which means firefighters won’t be submitting claims for steam burns. Less time at the scene of a fire reduces injuries associated with fatigue, such as tripping. F-500 EA’s ability to interrupt the free radical chain reaction reduces smoke and toxins, improving visibility.

Using F-500 EA will save your department money.

• Less agent is needed
• Less water is used
• Less time at the scene
• Fewer workman’s comp claims