Foam Nozzle, admixing unit and gear
Foam nozzles, combination nozzles and proportioners for the fire service: Effective firefighting with foam
Foam nozzles, combination nozzles and proportioners are important tools for firefighters to extinguish fires safely and efficiently. They enable the use of foam, a versatile extinguishing agent that can fight various types of fires.
Types of foam pipes
- Low-expansion foam pipes: Produce dense, viscous foam that is ideal for fighting flammable liquids and polar liquids such as alcohol.
- Medium expansion foam pipes: Produce a free-flowing foam that is suitable for fighting fires in enclosed spaces and preventing the spread of flames.
- Combi pipes: Combine the functions of low expansion foam and medium expansion foam pipes and enable the foam to be adapted to the specific requirements of the fire.
Proportioners for correct foam proportioning
Proportioners ensure the correct proportioning of foam concentrate in the water flow. They are available in various designs to produce different flow rates and foam qualities. Modern proportioners offer precise proportioning options and allow easy adaptation to the operating conditions.
Advantages of foam extinguishing technology
- High extinguishing performance: Foam smothers the fire and cools the flammable materials at the same time.
- Oxygen displacement: Foam prevents the supply of oxygen to the fire and stops combustion.
- Protection against re-ignition: A layer of foam can cover burning materials and thus prevent re-ignition.
- Versatility: Foam can be used for different classes of fire, from flammable liquids to solids.
- Environmental friendliness: Modern foaming agents are biodegradable and environmentally friendly.