If You Have Doubts

A fluorine-free fire extinguisher is designed to suppress fires without using fluorinated compounds, which can harm the environment. These extinguishers use environmentally friendly agents and are becoming more common due to increasing regulations on fluorinated chemicals, such as PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances).

Key Uses:

1. Class A Fires (Solid Materials):

   • Suitable for fires involving wood, paper, textiles, and other combustibles.
   • The extinguishing agent cools and coats the material to suppress flames.

2. Class B Fires (Flammable Liquids):

   • Can be used on petrol, diesel, and other liquid-based fires.
   • Forms a physical barrier over the liquid to smother the fire.

3. Electrical Fires (if rated):

   • Some fluorine-free extinguishers are safe for use on electrical fires, depending on their specific rating.

Advantages:

• Environmentally Friendly: Free from fluorinated chemicals, minimizing ecological impact.
• Versatility: Effective for a range of fire classes, depending on the formulation.
• Compliance: Meets increasing regulatory requirements for sustainable fire suppression.

Fluorine-free fire extinguishers are ideal for industries aiming to reduce environmental impact, such as aviation, marine, and eco-conscious organizations. Always check the fire extinguisher’s rating to ensure it’s appropriate for the specific fire risks in your environment.

Class A fires are generally caused by a naked flame or items of high temperatures coming into contact with combustible, carbonaceous materials.Almost all premises are at risk of Class A fires due to the widespread use of such materials. This includes offices, schools, warehouses, hospitals, and anywhere that uses or contains paper, cardboard, wood, etc.There are several types of fire extinguishers that can be used on Class A fires. These are powder, foam, water and wet chemical.

Class B fires occur when flammable liquids, such as petrol and spirits, are exposed to a source of ignition. These types of liquid are flammable by design and extremely volatile, if not stored safely.Many settings, including restaurants, bars, garages, construction sites, laboratories, hospitals and petrol forecourts, are at particular risk of Class B fires and must keep suitable fire extinguishers on-site and mandatory fire safety signage to highlight the proper safety procedures of everyone onsite.Fire extinguishers suitable for Class B fires are powder, CO2 and foam.

Class F Fires are caused by cooking oils and fats and more likely to occur within kitchens or food preparation areas.