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Automatic Compressed Air Foam Systems

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DESCRIPTION

Foam extinguishing systems work by covering a burning liquid with a layer of foam. This foam acts as a barrier, separating the liquid fuel from the oxygen in the air. By doing this, the foam effectively suppresses the combustion process.

The Eurosafe CAF systems are designed to deliver a fluorine-free foam solution. This type of system creates a fine foam that can cover the fire from all angles. By attacking the fire triangle-fuel, oxygen, and heat-simultaneously, these systems provide comprehensive protection for various applications. This approach helps to control and extinguish the fire more effectively by addressing all three elements necessary for combustion.

SYSTEM DESIGN

The Eurosafe CAFS system, developed from decades of firefighting experience, connects a water supply to open foam nozzles via a network of dry pipework. It uses pressurized nitrogen or air stored in high-pressure cylinders to propel water and foam from their respective vessels. Water and foam are mixed through a foam proportioner before being directed through CAF Generators, where nitrogen is added to create compressed air foam.

These systems are custom-built to meet specific project needs while adhering to a pre-engineered design manual. The number of nozzles required determines the necessary quantities of water, foam, and propellant gas. Careful design of the distribution piping is essential to ensure optimal performance and coverage.

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APPLICATIONs

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES

Emergency Generators & Diesel Storage Areas

PHARMACEUTICAL

Process Areas, Chemical Storage, Laboratories, Loading and Unloading Gantries

TRANSPORTATION

Urban Transit Fueling Bays, Maintenance Garages, Aircraft Hangars, Ethanol Transfer Stations and Heliports

POWER GENERATION & DISTRIBUTION

power transformers, turbine generators and nuclear facilities

OIL & GAS

tank farms, oil pumping stations, refineries, off-shore drilling platforms, pump rooms and lube oil skids

INDUSTRIAL

wood treating machines, solvent storage and process areas

MINING

hoistways, combustible and flammable liquids storage

OFFSHORE WIND FARMS SUBSTATIONS

power transformers and other oil-filled equipment