FP350C6

FluoroProtein (FP) Fire Fighting

Foam Concentrate

Integrity z Highly fluid foam for rapid fire are stored, processed, or transported.
knockdown and extinguishment It is used extensively by major world oil
Doing what’s right, rather than and petrochemical companies for
what’s convenient z Cost-effective
hydrocarbon storage tank fire protection.
Angus Fire prides itself on the open and
z Detergent-free Other typical applications include process
areas, road/rail loading racks, power
honest way in which we conduct our
FP350C6 is a cost-effective FluoroProtein stations, marine terminals, and airports.
business throughout the world. Our (FP) fire fighting foam concentrate for
foams are an extension of our ethical extinguishing and securing flammable FP350C6 provides a vapour-suppressing
beliefs and we pride ourselves in being hydrocarbon liquid fires. foam blanket on unignited hydrocarbon
the responsible foam manufacturer, spills.
balancing high performance with Its unique formulation is based on
minimal environmental impact. Our C6 advanced protein foam technology. The Approvals and Listings
foams contain no PFOA and no PFOS, protein base provides a tough cohesive The fire performance of FP350C6 is
in accordance with US EPA Stewardship foam blanket with high resistance to heat measured primarily against Underwriters
Programme 2010/15 and EU Directive that quickly smothers, cools, and seals Laboratories Standard UL 162 (7th Edition).
2006/122/EC and amended Council the risk. Fluorochemical surface active
agents combined with the protein base Independently Tested and Certified to
Directive 76/769/EEC.
increase the fluidity and fuel repellency of EN1568:2008 Part 3.
the foam.
Equipment
C6 Fluorosurfactants - S table long-lasting foam blanket
for unsurpassed burnback resistance FP350C6 is intended for use at 3% at low
These are the most effective agents expansion. With medium expansion
currently available to tackle serious and post-fire security.
equipment it can be used at 3% too, but
flammable liquid fires, providing - H
 ighly fluid foam for rapid fire for optimal results a 6% induction rate is
firefighter safety and asset protection. knockdown and extinguishment. recommended.
Angus foams containing C6 surfactants - D
 etergent-free for high resistance It is readily proportioned using
utilise the very latest in firefighting foam to fuel pick-up. conventional foam proportioning
technologies, developed and refined
- E xcellent sealing action on hot metal equipment such as portable and fixed
specifically to lower the environmental
surfaces. in-line foam venturi proportioners,
impact without reducing performance. handline nozzles/branchpipes with pick-
- F oam blanket re-seals when ruptured up tubes, balanced pressure variable flow
by personnel or equipment. proportioners, balanced pressure bladder
tank proportioners, and around-the-pump
Environment proportioners.
FP350C6 is based on a natural protein FP350C6 should be used with air aspirating
foaming agent and contains no harmful discharge devices such as low expansion
synthetic detergent or glycol ether. branchpipes, monitors, top pourer sets,
rimseal foam pourers, and foam/water
Applications sprinklers. It also produces top quality
FP350C6 is the ideal firefighting foam to medium expansion foam when applied
use in situations where hydrocarbon fuels through medium expansion branchpipes
such as crude oil, gasoline, and fuel oils and bund pourers.
FP350C6
FluoroProtein (FP) Fire Fighting Foam Concentrate

As with any foam FP350C6 is best applied - Soft or hard, fresh, brackish or sea water. Disposal
gently on to the burning liquid surface.
- D
 ry powder extinguishing agents either For fire water runoff and accidental
However, its exceptional resistance to fuel
separately or as twin agent systems. spillage please refer to Angus Fire’s Foam
contamination enables it to withstand
Disposal Guide and MSDS for more
vigorous mixing with fuel. - E xpanded protein-based or synthetic
information.
foams for application to a fire in
This makes it ideal for forceful application
sequence or simultaneously.
on to storage tank fires from ground Reliability
based mobile monitors.
Storage FP350C6 production is closely controlled
and is audited by UL in accordance with
Compatibility FP350C6 foam concentrate is exceptionally
their approval system.
stable in long-term storage. A shelf-life of
FP350C6 is suitable for use in combination
at least ten years can be expected if it is Angus Fire operates a quality
with:
stored properly. management system which complies
with the requirements of BS EN ISO 9001.

Physico-Chemical Properties
Appearance Dark Brown Liquid
Specific gravity @ 20°C (68°F) 1.13 - 1.17
pH @ 20°C (68°F) 6.9 - 7.9
Viscosity @ 20°C (68°F) mm2 sec-1 < 10
Maximum continuous storage temperature °C (°F) 49 (120)
Maximum intermittent storage temperature °C (°F) 60 (140)
Freezing Point °C (°F) -13 (8.6)
Effect of freeze/thaw No loss of performance
UL Lowest use temperature °C (°F) -6.7 (20)

Typical Foam Properties

Foam generated using the U.K. Defence Standard DEF42-40 5 lpm branchpipe at 7 Bar pressure.
Foam collected in a 1630 ml N.F.P.A. drainage pan.
Expansion Ratio ≥ 7:1
25% Drainage Time min/sec ≥ 6’ 30”

Typical Packing Specification

Plastic Square Plastic Square Plastic Cylindrical Plastic Cylindrical Ecobulk MX
Capacity 25 litres 5 US gallons 200 litres 55 US gallons 1000 litres
Empty weight (kg) 1.2 0.8 9.0 9.0 70
Filled weight (kg) 29 22 235 244 1200
Dimensions (mm) 448 x 286 x 286 402 x 293 x 240 580 D x 922 H 580 D x 922 H 1200 L x 1000 W x 1160 H
Part number FN0211G0P FN0211T0P FN0211J0P FN0211W0P FN0211L8

EN1568:2008
Part 3

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