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Enviro USP
Fomtec Enviro USP is a novel fluorine free firefighting foam totally free from fluorinated
surfactants and polymers (PFAS).

Fomtec Enviro USP is especially designed to be an effective fluorine-free alternative for

Features
New Generation Fluorine Free Foam
Approved for sprinkler, UL 162 Listed
Superior Fire Performance: Rate 1A, EN 1568 Part 3-4, ICAO Level B Approved
and MED approved for marine use
For Class A & B fires
100% Biodegradable
Low, Medium & High Expansion

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Description
Fomtec Enviro USP can be used at 2% with fresh water for low, medium and high
expansion discharge devices. For sprinkler systems it should be used in 3%
proportioning. For use on class A type fires induction ratio of 0.5-1% is recommended
depending on application and discharge device. Fomtec Enviro USP can be used with
sea water when used as a 6% mixture. For polar solvents it recommended to use
between 6% to 9% depending on fuel type and water quality.

Application
Fomtec Enviro USP is intended for use on class B hydrocarbon fuel fires such as oil,
diesel and aviation fuels as well as class A fires such as wood, paper, textiles etc.
Fomtec Enviro USP is especially suited whenever a fluorine-free alternative (PFAS)

with high fire performance is required. Approved for use in sprinkler systems as per
UL listing. Suitable for mobile firefighting by use of aspirating foam discharge devices
such as foam branchpipes and monitors, where appli- cation rates and technique can
be adjusted to the specifics

of each incident. Or in systems designed for use with the product based on
recommended minimum applications rates, application duration and discharge
devices.

Typical data
Appearance Clear yellowish liquid

Specific gravity at 20°C 1,04 ± 0.01 g/ml

Viscosity Pseudoplastic

pH 6,5 to 8,5

Freezing point -11°C

Recommended storage temperature 0 to 55°C

Suspended sediment (v/v) Less than 0,2%

Fire performance & Foaming

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The fire performance of this product has been measured and documented according to
“International Approvals” stated in this document. The design parameters depend on
type of system and application. The use of the product should follow design guidelines.
The foaming properties are depending on equipment used and other variables such as
water and ambient temperatures. Average expansion 7:1, average ¼ drainage time
25:00 minutes using UNI 86 test nozzle.

Equipment
Fomtec Enviro USP can easily be proportioned at the correct dilution using conventional
proportioning equipment.
The equipment should be
designed to the foam type. Fomtec Enviro USP should be
used with approved sprinklers or aspirating foam discharge devices giving an expansion
of more than 7:1 for optimal performance.

Sprinkler application
Sprinkler applications are especially challenging for any foam due to the very low
operating pressure and the very low expansion reached. Applying foam through a
sprinkler is a very forceful application method and requires foam that can handle direct
application and partial submersion into the fuel without losing its fire performance and
burnback resistance. Foams that shall be regarded as suitable for Sprinkler applica-
tions shall also be able to withstand limited time of water deluge directly onto the foam
blanket without losing its burnback properties. Fomtec Enviro USP has passed these
tests showing superior extinguishing and burnback properties. Refer to the FM Approval
Guide and UL Listing for acceptable system con-figurations used with this concentrate
and specific sprinkler SINs and their associated minimum application rates.

Compatability
Fomtec Enviro USP can be used together with foam compatible powders and other
expanded foams. It is only intended for use with fresh water.
Fomtec Enviro USP concentrate should not be mixed with other
foam concentrates.

For material compatibility please refer to Fomtec Technical Advices FTA 20 addressing
the topic.
Tested to
Boeing Specification Support Standard BSS7432 with conformity on all test
parameters.

Environmental
Fomtec Enviro USP is formulated using raw materials specially selected for their fire
performance and their environmental profile. The product is totally free from fluorinated
surfactants and polymers and other organohalogens, and therefore it does not contain
any PFAS. Fomtec Enviro USP is 100% biodegrad-able. The handling of spills of
concentrate or foam solutions should however be undertaken according to local
regulations. Normally sewage systems can dispose foam solution based on this type of
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foam concentrate, but local sewage operators should be consulted.

Storage/Shelf life
Stored in original unbroken packaging the product will have a long shelf life. Shelf life
in excess of 10 years will be found in temperate climates. As with all foams, shelf life
will be depen-dent on storage temperatures and conditions.

For storage recommendations and material compatibility please refer to our Fomtec
Technical Advices FTA 10 addressing the topic.

Inspection/Testing/Maintenance
The foam concentrate should be tested annually. The testing should be made by a
suitable laboratory for analysis of foam concentrates and should measure: pH, specific
gravity, expansion, drainage time. Storage containers should be inspected and
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reevaluated for the suitability of the storage location in regard to temperature

Packaging
We supply this product in 25 litre and 5 US gallon cans, 200 litre and 55 US gallon
drums, 1000 litre and 265 US gallon IBC containers. Larger bulk supply is available on
special request.

International approvals
Underwriters Laboratories, UL 162, 7th Edition, sprinkler
FM 5130 Sprinkler and topside type II and type III discharge devices
EN 1568 Part 1, Pass
EN 1568 part 2, Pass
EN 1568 part 3, Class 1A fresh water
EN1568 part 4 (tested at 6% on Acetone and 9% on IPA), Class 1A, II A, I C
ICAO Level B
GESIP

Enviro by Fomtec
The Fomtec Enviro range comprises an extensive range of non-PFAS based foams
suitable for use Emergency Response missions and System applications. Enviro
foam concentrates are available for class A, class B fire hazards and products are
avail-able for low, medium, and high expansion discharge devices.

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