Foam Making Unit

Key Features

1. Robust Construction:

   • Built with corrosion-resistant materials like stainless steel or carbon steel for durability in harsh environments.

2. High Foam Output:

   • Produces large volumes of foam for rapid fire suppression, often in a low, medium, or high expansion format.

3. Foam Proportioning System:

   • Ensures accurate mixing of foam concentrate with water to achieve the desired foam quality.

4. Versatility:

   • Compatible with a range of foam concentrates, including Aqueous Film-Forming Foam (AFFF), protein foam, and synthetic foam.

5. Portability:

   • Available in portable or skid-mounted designs for easy transportation and deployment.

6. Wide Range of Capacities:

   • Options ranging from small units for localized fires to high-capacity units for large-scale incidents.

7. Nozzle Compatibility:

   • Can be used with foam nozzles, branch pipes, or monitors for effective foam application.

8. Easy Maintenance:

   • Simple design allows for quick cleaning and servicing.

Specifications

1. Material:

   • Tank: Stainless steel or carbon steel.
   • Piping: Galvanized or stainless steel.

2. Capacity:

   • Foam tank sizes vary from 50 liters to several thousand liters.

3. Mixing Ratio:

   • Typically 3% or 6%, depending on the foam concentrate type.

4. Output Rate:

   • Range from 200 to 10,000 liters per minute (LPM), based on the model and application.

5. Pressure Requirements:

   • Operates effectively at pressures between 7 and 10 bar.

6. Connection Type:

   • Standardized inlet and outlet connections, such as threaded or flanged.

Applications

• Oil and Gas Industry: For extinguishing flammable liquid fires in refineries, storage tanks, and pipelines.
• Aviation: Used in airports for aircraft fire suppression.
• Chemical Plants: Protects facilities handling hazardous chemicals.
• Marine: Provides fire protection for ships, docks, and offshore platforms.
• Warehouses: Suitable for facilities storing flammable materials.

How It Works

1. Water Supply:

   • Connect the unit to a water supply, such as a fire hydrant or pump.

2. Foam Concentrate Addition:

   • Fill the unit’s foam tank with the appropriate foam concentrate.

3. Mixing:

   • Water and foam concentrate are mixed using an eductor or proportioner at a set ratio (e.g., 3% or 6%).

4. Foam Generation:

   • Air is introduced to the mixture, creating foam.

5. Foam Application:

   • Foam is discharged through nozzles, branch pipes, or monitors to cover the fire.

Maintenance

1. Cleaning:

   • Flush the unit with clean water after use to remove foam residue.

2. Inspection:

   • Regularly check for corrosion, leaks, or damage to tanks, pipes, and fittings.

3. Foam Quality Testing:

   • Periodically test the foam output to ensure the correct mixing ratio and effectiveness.

4. Component Servicing:

   • Inspect and service pumps, proportioners, and valves as per manufacturer recommendations.

5. Storage:

   • Store the unit in a dry, cool area when not in use to prevent deterioration.

Advantages

1. Efficient Fire Suppression:

   • Quickly blankets fires, cutting off oxygen and preventing re-ignition.

2. Customizable Output:

   • Adjustable foam concentration for different fire scenarios.

3. Durable Design:

   • Built to last in demanding firefighting environments.

4. Portable and Flexible:

   • Easy to transport and deploy in various settings.

5. Wide Compatibility:

   • Works with a range of foam concentrates and discharge devices.