ECOPOL class A/B foam is effective on class B hydrocarbon and polar solvent fires, and also on class A fires.
Thanks to a huge research and development program, BIOEX launched ECOPOL in 2002, the first Fluorine-Free Foam (F3) on the market.
ECOPOL, a synthetic multipurpose alcohol-resistant (AR) concentrate free of fluorine component. This AR-F3 foam has great foaming and wetting properties and is highly efficient in fire extinguishment and burnback resistance against a variety of risks: class B hydrocarbon as well as polar solvent and class A fires.
ECOPOL environmentally-friendly foam can be as efficient as AFFF (Aqueous Film Forming Foam) foams. ECOPOL achieved GreenScreen certification, an independent organization promoting the use of inherently safer chemicals in products and PFAS-free firefighting foams.
Performance
The effectiveness of ECOPOL on a hydrocarbon fire can be compared to AFFF foams. ECOPOL foam concentrate forms a foam sealing blanket which spreads rapidly above the surface of the fuel to provide rapid fire control and extinguishment.
The multipurpose AR (Alcohol Resistant) foam generates a polymer film above the fuel surface. This film blocks oxygen supply and prevent from reignition, providing an exceptional burnback resistance.
The ECOPOL foam insulating property can also be used to contain toxic vapors of polar solvents that react with water.
ECOPOL high foaming capability adheres to vertical surfaces such as airplane fuselage to quickly cool it.
Due to its high wetting property, ECOPOL can be applied on class A fire. It forms a protective fire barrier during forest fire, making the vegetation fire proof and stopping the fire progression. The foam concentrate penetrates into the material and cools it down deeply.
ECOPOL also generates an exceptional High expansion foam. It is therefore recommended to flood large volumes, such as aircraft hangars, warehouses, ship’s holds, car parks…
Features
- Effective on all types of hydrocarbon and polar solvent fires
- Can be used at 3% on hydrocarbon and polar solvent fires.
- Effective on class A fires
- Can be used starting from 0.3% on class A fires.
- Best quality of the high expansion foam
- The adhesive nature of the foam generated adhere to vertical surfaces for an extended period
- 6% version available upon request.
- Compatible with all foam proportioning systems (contains corrosion inhibitors)
- Can be used with fresh or sea water
Applications
- Effective at Low, Medium and High Expansion.
- Effective on class A fires: Forest fires (brush, trees...) and Urban fires (apartments, houses, farms, warehouses, vehicles...).
- Effective on industrial fires: Landfills, textiles, plastics, tires...
- Effective on hydrocarbon fires such as fuel, diesel oil, petrol, kerosene, etc.
- Effective on polar solvent fires such as alcohol, ketones, ethers, etc.
- Applicable to retain the release of gases: Acids HCl, NH3... when used with Medium Expansion.
- Can be used in mobile and fixed fire fighting systems (foam box, High Expansion generators, fire hose stations, CAFS systems, etc.).
Environment
- ECOPOL is completely free of fluorine derivatives (PFC, PFT and PFAS) recognised as persistent in the environment, that are detrimental as bioaccumulables and toxic to living organisms.
- ECOPOL is classified biodegradable. It breaks down quickly with no PBT (Persistent Bioaccumulable Toxic) residue and does not contain any halogen derivatives.
- The use of ECOPOL is the alternative combining respect of the environment with a highly effective fire extinguishing capability.
- Depending upon the absorption capacity of your sewage treatment plant and your spillage agreement, ECOPOL can be eliminated without resorting to incineration
Certifications
- European standards: EN 1568 1-2-3-4.
- Oil industry: GESIP - LASTFIRE.
- Marine: VERITAS.
- High expansion: APSAD R12.
- Aviation: ICAO level B.
- Class A: CEREN Certificate.
