SFFF (Synthetic Flourine Free Foam)
When fires break out, you need a dependable and eco-friendly firefighting foam to save the day. That’s where Usafe’s F3 foam comes in. It’s a versatile, safe, and highly effective solution that can tackle both Class A and Class B fires. With years of experience in the field, Usafe offers a range of eco-friendly firefighting foams that cater to various fire risks, including Class A fires, Class B hydrocarbons, and polar solvents fires.
Our F3 foam is trusted by major airports, fire brigades, marine operators, oil and gas companies, and chemical industries worldwide for their fire protection needs. It’s time to combine fire safety with environmental and human health protection.
But how does our F3 foam work its magic? When applied, it creates a tough foam blanket that smothers the flames, and it also has a cooling effect that helps extinguish the fire rapidly. The best part? You can use it just like the foams you’re used to. Whether it’s low, medium, or high expansion applications, our eco-friendly foams deliver excellent firefighting performance and resistance against re-ignition.
We understand that you might have specific equipment and systems for firefighting, and that’s why Usafe F3 foams are compatible with a wide range of foam equipment. Plus, we’ve gone the extra mile to ensure that our PFAS-free foam concentrates meet and exceed international standards. We don’t compromise on quality and safety.
But what makes Usafe’s Synthetic Fluorine-Free Foam (SFFF) stand out? It provides a mature and viable alternative to traditional fluorinated foams like AFFF and AR-AFFF. With growing concerns about fluorinated compounds and their environmental impact, our eco-friendly foams are guaranteed to be free of PFAS, PFOS, and PFOA fluorinated chemicals. These foams are not persistent in the environment, they biodegrade easily, and they don’t pose any toxic risks.
We take pride in our commitment to preserving the environment and safeguarding human health. Our “green” firefighting foams are not only biodegradable but also completely free from PFAS, PFOS, and PFOA. Usafe is dedicated to providing a safe and eco-friendly solution for your firefighting needs.
So, if you’re looking for a reliable, environmentally conscious, and health-friendly firefighting foam, look no further than Usafe’s Earth-Friendly Firefighting Foam. Join us in protecting the environment while ensuring safety for all. Choose the future of firefighting – choose Usafe.
APPLICATIONS
USAFE GREEN AR-SFFF is intended for use on Class B hydrocarbon fuels such as gasoline, kerosene, diesel etc. at a proportioning rate on polar fuels such as alcohols, aldehydes, ketones, ethers, esters etc. at a with fresh water and salt water. It is applicable with low and medium expansion discharge devices for covering and extinguishing fires of Class A and Class B. USAFE GREEN AR-SFFF is suitable for use in special appliances like storage tanks, process areas, warehouses, loading areas, docs and other local risks involving a spilled fuel fire. It is a multipurpose foam and therefore it gives maximum protection against hazards in the fuel storage area Irrespective of the type of the fuel.
PROPORTIONING
USAFE GREEN AR-SFFF can easily be proportioned using conventional equipments.
- Fixed and Portable In-line Inductors
- Balanced Pressure and In-line balanced pressure proportioning systems.
- Bladder tank proportioners.
- Around the pump inductor.
- Hand line nozzles with fixed induction/pick-up tubes.
COMPATIBILITY
USAFE GREEN AR-SFFF is compatible with soft, hard, brackish or salt water. It can be used in Combination with Dry powder extinguishing agents either separately or as twin agent systems.
USAFE GREEN AR-SFFF shall not be mixed with other manufacturers foam concentrate except for use in emergency situations.
PROPERTIES TABLE
| PRODUCT | AR – SFFF 1 x 3 | AR – SFFF 3 x 3 | AR – SFFF 3 x 6 |
|---|---|---|---|
| USE CONCENTRATION | 1% – 3% | 3% | 3% – 6% |
| SPECIFIC GRAVITY | 1.05±0.05 | 1.05±0.05 | 1.02±0.02 |
| pH @ 20oC | 7.5±0.5 | 7.5±0.5 | 7.5±0.5 |
| VISCOSITY @ 20oC | 1750±500 CST | 1750±500 CST | 1500±500 CST |
| FREEZING POINT | -2oC | -2oC | -2oC |
| POUR POINT | -1oC | -1oC | -1oC |
| STORAGE TEMPERATURE | +1.7oC MINIMUM 0 +50oC MAXIMUM | +1.7oC MINIMUM 0 +50oC MAXIMUM | +1.7oC MINIMUM 0 +50oC MAXIMUM |
| FOAM EXPANSION | LOW > 7 | LOW > 7 | LOW > 7 |
| 25% DRAINAGE TIME | 8 MINUTES 12 MINUTES | 8 MINUTES | 8 MINUTES 12 MINUTES |
STORAGE & HANDLING
USAFE GREEN AR-SFFF may be stored in its shipping container without change in its original physical or chemical characteristics. Shelf life is expected to be 10 years or more when stored at recommended temperatures and in original containers. It does not show signicant sedimentation or precipitation in storage or after temperature cycling. Freezing and thawing have no effect on performance and the concentrate proportions satisfactorily in ordinary equipment at emperatures above 1.7ºC. Synthetic foam concentrates should only be stored in stainless steel (Type 304L or 316), reinforced breglass polyester with a vinyl ester resin internal layer coating or plastic containers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Usafe's F3 Firefighting Foam, and how does it work?
Usafe’s F3 Firefighting Foam, also called Fluorine-Free Foam, is a strong fire stopper. It can put out different types of fires, like those with wood or chemicals. When you use F3 foam, it makes a tough foam cover over the fire. This foam cools down the fire and puts it out fast. The good thing is, it works with the same equipment as regular foams, so you don’t need to change your firefighting tools.