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FIRE FIGHTING FOAMS
& FOAM TESTING
Fire Fighting Foams & Foam Testing
CONTENTS

Introduction & Services 	

PAGE 03

Why is Foam Testing Required? 	

PAGE 04

Your Foam Testing Reports 	

PAGE 05

How to Take Samples	

PAGE 06

Foam Testing Kits	

PAGE 08

Foam Testing Equipment	

PAGE 10

Training Courses 	

PAGE 11

Foam Types 	

PAGE 12

Foam Compatibility	

PAGE 19

Foam Standards	

PAGE 20

Introducing C6 Fire Fighting Foams 	

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www.firefightingfoam.com
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INTRODUCTION & SERVICES

WHO WE ARE
Oil Technics (Fire Fighting Products) Ltd. specialises in the
supply and manufacture of fire fighting foam concentrates
and the laboratory testing of produced foam and foam
concentrates. Based in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, our purpose
built foam factory and testing laboratory, graduate staff,
ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 14001:2004 accreditation and over
30 years experience in foam manufacturing and foam testing
enables us to offer world class products and services.
WHAT WE OFFER
We deliver a unique and valued service for our customers
across a broad range of sectors including the Oil & Gas
industry, Airports, Fire Services, Chemical Plants and
Refineries.
Our dedicated fire fighting foam website offers our
customers extensive information and the opportunity to
order a wide range of products online, including:

>	

Foam Concentrates

>	

Foam Tests

>	

Free sample bottles

>	

Foam Test Kits & Equipment

>	

Training Courses

>	

24 hour telephone advice and emergency support

OUR PRODUCTS & SERVICES
We are a 30 year old company
manufacturing and supplying
fire fighting foam concentrates
from our new facilities in
Aberdeenshire.
We offer a full range of C6
compliant foams, foam testing
services, technical support and
training courses.
Our 24 hour out-of-hours
emergency service can supply
foam ex-stock throughout
Scotland: tel. 01561 361 515.
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WHY IS FOAM TESTING REQUIRED?

Modern, high quality foam concentrates are very stable and are
excellent candidates for long term storage, with minimal or no
effects on performance.
Most reputable foam concentrate manufacturers offer at least a
10 year life for products correctly stored and in original containers
with the manufacturer’s seal still intact (unopened).

THE PURPOSE OF TESTING FOAM CONCENTRATES
While the storage capability of high quality foams

>	 Dilution		

is excellent, the performance of a Foam Concentrate

>	Contamination	

can be compromised by the following factors:

>	 Extremes of 		
	Temperature

For these reasons International Standards:

>

NFPA 11

>

BS 5306

>

UKOOA/HSE

make the following recommendation:

“At least annually, an inspection shall be made
of foam concentrates... for evidence of excessive
sludging or deterioration.
Samples of concentrates shall be sent to the
manufacturer or qualified laboratory for quality
condition testing.”
NFPA 11, 2010 Edition, 12.6.1 and 12.6.2
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YOUR FOAM TESTING REPORTS

All test reports are written in plain English. We will aim to send your report
to you by post, email or fax within 3 working days of receipt of your sample.
For our UK North Sea customers, in the event of an emergency we offer
heliport collection and same day testing.

FOAM CONCENTRATE TEST REPORT
The purpose of a Foam Test Report is to evaluate if the sample tested is in satisfactory
condition and, most importantly, to enable the customer or laboratory to confirm the
foam is within the manufacturer’s specification.
Each Foam Concentrate Test Report offers analysis of 10 key features:
> Appearance

> Surface Tension

> pH		

> Viscosity

> Specific Gravity > Expansion Rates

> Burnback Performance (Protein)

> pH

> Fire Extinguishment Properties (Synthetic)

> 25% Drainage

PRODUCED FOAM TEST REPORT
The purpose of a Produced Foam Test Report is to determine the suitability and accuracy
of a foam system’s proportioning and induction equipment.
Each Produced Foam Test Report shows the calculated % induction obtained from the
sample provided. This result is compared against the two Internationally recognised
Foam Standards - NFPA 11 and BS 5306.
Comparison of NFPA 11 and BS 5306 for Produced Foam Testing

NFPA 11

BS 5306

1%

1.0 - 1.3%

1.0 - 1.25%

3%

3.0 - 3.9%

3.0 - 4.0%

6%

6.0 - 7.0%

5.0 - 6.0%
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HOW TO TAKE SAMPLES

SAMPLING FOAM CONCENTRATE FROM A TANK
If a foam concentrate is contaminated or degraded,
samples taken from the top and bottom of a storage
tank are likely to have different physical properties.
For this reason, we recommend concentrates should
not be circulated prior to sampling.
Normally, two samples per storage tank are taken:
>	

One sample from the bottom (1 Litre).

>	

One sample from the top (1 Litre).

If you have access to a tank sampling jar with removable bung, we recommend taking
an additional 1 Litre sample from the middle of the tank.
The contents of a tank should not be circulated where dilution or contamination of
the foam concentrate is suspected to have occurred. We also recommend that the tank
is labelled with “Awaiting Foam Test Results” and the date that the sample was taken.
Once the samples have been taken, the tank should not be circulated until the samples
have been tested and the results obtained. However, if it is only possible to take one sample,
then circulate the tank to obtain a ‘composite sample’ prior to taking a 1 Litre sample.

TAKING A FOAM CONCENTRATE SAMPLE FROM
THE BOTTOM OF A TANK
When taking a sample from the bottom of a foam storage tank, it is important
that any sludge, sediment, rust, scale etc is removed before collection of the sample.
To do this, draw off at least 5-10L of product before taking a sample.

SAMPLING FOAM CONCENTRATE FROM A DRUM
>	

Take a 1 Litre sample from the top of the drum.

>	

Vigorously shake the drum and take an additional 1 Litre sample.
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TAKING A PRODUCED FOAM SAMPLE
Provide at least:
>	

1 Litre of Foam Concentrate

>	

1 Litre Of Induction Water

>	

0.5 Litre of Produced Foam

Produced Foam samples should be taken from as close as
possible to the point where the foam reaches the designated
discharge area.
Before taking a sample, activate the foam system long enough to remove standing columns
of water (which otherwise would contribute to a diluted produced foam sample), and sample
when the system is in equilibrium.
Collecting samples from nozzles, monitors & overhead sprinklers:
>	

Collect sample from the point of impact in the discharge area.

Collecting samples from Foam Pourers:
>	

Insert sample container into the edge of produced foam stream and take a sample.

LABELLING SAMPLES
Ensure that the labels are completed immediately after filling the sample
container. To be able to interpret the test results correctly, all the label
information must be accurate.
The container MUST be labelled with the following information at a minimum:
>	

Company Name

>	

Foam Type

>	

Brand Name

>	

Concentration (ie 1%, 3%, 6%)

>	

Date of Sample Collection

>	

Sample Source (Tank or Drum Number, Top, Middle or Bottom

	

and any other relevant information)

If you would like to receive free sample bottles and labels, please contact us.
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FOAM TESTING KITS

Foam Concentrate and Produced Foam testing should be
carried out under laboratory conditions to ensure accurate and
consistent results. It is not always possible to access a Foam
Laboratory and for these occasions we offer “Field Testing Kits”
with an easy to use manual.

PRODUCED FOAM TEST KIT
This Produced Foam Test Kit enables foam induction systems to be easily calibrated.
Contains a step by step, easy to follow manual, together with worked examples.
Suitable for testing to the following International Produced Foam Test Standards:
>	

NFPA 11 2002 (paragraphs 10.6.2 and 3)

>	

BS 5306

Suitable for use with AFFF, Protein and Alcohol Resistant Foams.
Contents
>	

Produced Foam Testing Manual	

>	

Digital Refractometer	

>	

3 x Sample Bottles		

>	

3 x 100ml Cylinders

>	

250ml Beaker		

>	

1ml Syringe

>	

Carrying Case
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FOAM CONCENTRATE TEST KIT
Suitable for testing AFFF, Protein and

Contents

Alcohol Resistant Foams. Each Foam

>	

Foam Concentrate Testing Manual

Concentrate Kit contains a step by step,

>	

Produced Foam Testing Manual

easy to follow manual, together with

>	

Mechanical Scales	

worked examples.

>	

250ml Beaker

>	

500ml Beaker			

With additional laboratory equipment,

>	

3 x 100ml Cylinders		

can be used to determine:

>	

Masses for Scales	

>	

Viscosity - requires a viscometer	

>	

NFPA 11 Foam Collection Cylinder

>	

pH - requires a pH meter

>	

NFPA 11 Foam Collection Stand	

>	

Surface tension -

>	

Conical Measure	

	

requires a surface tension balance

>	Thermometer	
>	

3 x Sample Bottles

Designed for use with Produced foam to

>	

Digital Refractometer		

determine:

>	Stopwatch

>	

Specific Gravity	

>	

1ml Syringe

>	

25% Drainage 	

>	

Carrying Case			

>	

Expansion Ratio 	

>	

4 Hydrometers

>	

% Induction

	

(Ranges 1.000 - 1.050, 1.050 - 1.100,

	

1.100 - 1.150, 1.150 - 1.200)

Note:
Determining Expansion
Ratio, % induction and
25% Drainage requires
the use of an NFPA 11
Foam Collection Board
and an installed
foam system.	

>	

Other Foam Testing Kits are also available, including High Expansion Induction Test Kits.

	

For further information please visit www.firefightingfoam.com
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FOAM TESTING EQUIPMENT

FOAM COLLECTION BOARDS
Used for obtaining samples of produced foam
and for calculating:			
>	

25% Drainage	

>	

Expansion Ratio

Built to International Foam Standards NFPA 11 or ICAO
specifications.
Designed to hold NFPA 11 Foam Collection Cylinder
(included in Foam Concentrate Test Kit) or ICAO Foam
Collection Cylinder.

FOAM COLLECTION TRIPODS & STANDS
Enables produced foam samples to be measured
correctly. For use in calculating:		
>	

25% Drainage	

>	

Foam expansion

Designed to hold NFPA 11 Foam Collection Cylinder
(included in Foam Concentrate Test Kit) or ICAO Foam
Collection Cylinder.

FOAM TESTING PANS
We supply a range of fire pans and branch pipes for the
testing of foam concentrates to International standards.
Ideal for fire brigade and airport training purposes.	
Trays available to the following specifications:
>	

UL 162	

>	

ICAO Level B & C

>	

EN 1568:2008	

>	

MIL-F 24385-F
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TRAINING COURSES

GENERAL INFORMATION
Oil Technics Ltd. provides in-house Training Courses on both Produced Foam and Foam
Concentrate testing.
Both of these courses provide extensive technical background and hands-on experience in
all aspects of Foam Testing and, on completion, attendees are presented with a Certificate
of Competency.
>	

Produced Foam Test courses last approximately half a day.

>	

Foam Concentrate Test Courses last approximately three days (minimum).

For further information on pricing and availability, please contact us.

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FOAM TYPES

AQUEOUS FILM-FORMING FOAMS
1%, 3%, 6% AFFF & 1%, 3%, 6% AFFF-LF
>	

Designed for fast extinguishment of Class B hydrocarbon fuels such as crude oil, 	

	

gasoline, kerosene and fuel oil

>	

Typically first choice for use on offshore oil platforms, petrochemical installations, 	

	

hydrocarbon storage, production facilities or wherever fast extinguishment is 		

	essential
>	

Not suitable for use on fuels which are polar solvents and water miscible

>	

Suitable for use with either fresh or seawater

>	

Fast knockdown

>	

Suitable for use in aspirated 	and non-aspirated systems

>	

Minimum storage temperature for AFFFs: 1.7°C (35°F)

>	

Minimum storage temperature for AFFF-LFs, tested to UL minimum storage

	

temperature: -17.8°C (0°F)

Approvals
>	

UL 162			

>	

EN 1568:2008 part 3

>	

For further information please visit www.firefightingfoam.com

>	

ICAO Level B
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ALCOHOL RESISTANT AQUEOUS FILM-FORMING FOAMS
1x3%, 3x3%, 3x6% AFFF-AR
>	

Designed for fast extinguishment of fires involving both Class B hydrocarbon

	

fuels such as crude oil, gasoline, kerosene and fuel oil and polar solvents and 		

	

water miscible liquids such as alcohols, ketones, aldehydes and ethers

>	

Versatile fire fighting capability reduces the need to stock different foam types

>	

Suitable for use with either fresh or seawater

>	

Fast knockdown

>	

Suitable for use in aspirated and non-aspirated systems

Approvals
>	

UL 162

>	

For further information please visit www.firefightingfoam.com
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FOAM TYPES

FLUOROPROTEIN FOAMS
3%, 6% FP
>	

Designed for the protection of the storage and transport of hydrocarbons,

	

MTBE and blended unleaded fuels

>	

Suitable for application using induction equipment such as hand held devices,

	

venturi systems, balance pressure tanks and around the pump proportioners

>	

Foam blanket reseals when ruptured and offers excellent sealing action

	

against metal surfaces

Approvals
>	

UL 162			

>	

EN 1568:2008 part 3

>	

For further information please visit www.firefightingfoam.com

>	

LastFire
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FILM-FORMING FLUOROPROTEIN FOAMS
3%, 6% FFFP
>	

Designed to offer the same post-fire security as an FP foam

>	

FFFPs combine fluorosurfactants to offer similar effective control and 			

	

extinguishment as an AFFF

>	

Provides fast knockdown, excellent burnback and stable long lasting foam blanket

>	

For use in the protection of hydrocarbon tanks, process areas, marine terminals

	

and offshore platforms

Approvals
>	

UL 162			

>	

ICAO Level B

>	

EN 1568:2008 part 3		

>	

NATO Listed	

ALCOHOL RESISTANT FILM-FORMING FLUOROPROTEIN FOAMS
3x3%, 3x6% FFFP-AR
>	

Dual application designed to extinguish and secure 		

	

both hydrocarbon and polar solvent fires

>	

Foam blanket rapidly reseals when disturbed by 		

	

personnel or equipment

>	

Non-viscous foam provides easy application and remains 	

	

fluid at temperatures as low as -17.8°C (0°F)

>	

For use by fire brigades, oil storage applications, 		

	

marine terminals, power stations and offshore 		

	platforms
>	

Suitable for use with either fresh or seawater

>	

Resistant to fuel pick-up

Approvals
>	

UL 162			

>	

EN 1568:2008 part 3		

>	

For further information please visit www.firefightingfoam.com

>	

ICAO Level B
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FOAM TYPES

HIGH EXPANSION FOAMS
2% HI-EX
>	

For use at 2% with High Expansion and at 3-5% with Medium Expansion nozzles

>	

First choice for flooding of (often inaccessible) areas involving Class A and Class B 	

	fires
>	

Produced foam offers high drainage, typically above 10 minutes

>	

Assists in oxygen depletion, cooling, vapour suppression and fire extinguishment

>	

For use by fire brigades, oil storage applications, marine terminals, power stations 	

	

and offshore platforms

>	

Suitable for use with either fresh or seawater

>	

Fluorosurfactant free

Approvals
>	

EN 1568:2008 parts 1&2		

CLASS A FOAMS
1% CLASS A
>	

Designed for Class A applications ie paper 		

	

and tyre, building and forestry fires

>	

Can be used at inductions as low as 0.1%

>	

Highly effective at reducing the surface

	

tension of water to achieve fast penetration

	

and coverage of Class A fires

>	

Fluorine free and with good environmental 		

	characteristics
>	

Can be applied by CAF systems, air aspirated nozzles and conventional nozzles

>	

Suitable for use with either fresh or seawater

>	

For further information please visit www.firefightingfoam.com
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FLUORINE FREE FOAMS
3% F3
>	

Fluorine free foam designed for use on hydrocarbon fires

>	

Ideal for civilian and military airports

>	

Environmental agency compliant regarding discharge of fluorosurfactants

	

to the environment

>	

Fluorosurfactant free

VAPOUR SUPPRESSION FOAMS
6% VapourShield (Acid), 6% VapourShield (Alkali)
>	

Designed to provide a stable vapour suppressing foams when used at

	

6% concentration

>	

Available for use on both acid and alkali liquid spills

>	

Provides stable, slow draining foam to effectively suppress vapours from 		

	

accidental chemical spills

>	

Suitable for use with either fresh or seawater
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FOAM TYPES

TRAINING FOAMS
1%, 3% TF (Synthetic), 3%, 6% TF (Protein)
>	

Fluorine free synthetic and protein based training foam concentrates

>	

Designed to mimic the induction properties of fire fighting foam for realistic

	

training scenarios

>	

Environmental agency compliant regarding discharge of fluorosurfactants to

	

the environment

>	

Not for use in fighting fires

INDUCTION TESTING LIQUIDS
Colour Stream and Conductor Stream Liquids
>	

Avoids the need to discharge foam during system testing

>	

A new induction testing system which is not subject to disposal regulations

>	

Designed to mimic the induction performance of produced foams for system

	

calibration, without the need for foam discharge

>	

Colour Stream uses an environmentally safe vegetable dye to achieve system

	calibration
>	

Conductor Stream uses an environmentally safe liquid to achieve system calibration

	

by conductivity measurement

ANTIFOAMING AGENT
D-Foamer
>	

Designed to defoam liquids and prevent hydrocarbon and foam carry over to

	

surface separators

>	

Quick to apply and easy to use

>	

Simply dilute and spray over the foam blanket

>	

For further information please visit www.firefightingfoam.com
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FOAM COMPATIBILITY

NFPA 11
NFPA 11, 2010 Edition makes the following recommendations:
>	
	
>	

“Different brands of the same type of concentrate shall not be mixed unless data are
provided by the manufacturer ... to prove they are compatible.” (Para. 4.4.1.2)
“Different types of foam concentrate shall not be mixed for storage.” (Para. 4.4.1.1)

FOAM COMPATIBILITY
In accordance with NFPA 11, quality foam concentrates of the same type from
different suppliers can be mixed, provided that the supplier presents a Certificate of
Compatibility (C of C).
Compatibility testing consists of:
>	

Freeze / thaw ageing

>	

Performance testing

To be given a C of C, the foam concentrate should show no reportable adverse reactions.

PLEASE NOTE
>	

Quality foam usually refers to those tested and accredited to International Standards

	

such as UL 162 or MIL-F-24385-F.

>	

We recommend that Alcohol Resistant (AR) foams are never mixed.

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FOAM STANDARDS

YOUR GUARANTEE OF PERFORMANCE
Foam concentrates are tested by manufacturers to meet Internationally recognised extinguishment,
burnback and proportioning standards.
A quality foam supplier will supply foam concentrates that meet one or more of the following standards:
>	 UL 162	
>	
ICAO Level B & C	
>	 EN 1568:2008 parts 1-4
These are critical application tests where foam concentrates are tested to the minimum application
rate required to extinguish a fire, using sea and potable induction water.

UL 162 - OFFSHORE PLATFORMS
>	
	
>	
	
>	
>	
	

Internationally recognised test method carried out by the UL (Underwriters Laboratory),
an independent not-for-profit organisation.
UL 162 requires a 50 sq ft heptane fire with a pre burn of 60 seconds to be extinguished at an
application Rate of 1.63L/m2 using a freeze protected foam with potable and sea water.
This is a pass or fail test.
UL listed products are monitored with samples being sent to UL every 3 months for
conformance testing.

iICAO

LEVEL B & C - ONSHORE AIRPORTS & HELIDECKS (UK)

>	The CAA (Civil Aviation Authority) requires a foam concentrate for use in Civilian Airports
	
to be tested using potable water to ICAO Level A, B or C.
>	 For helidecks in the UK, the standard adopted by the CAA is CAP 437 – Standards for Offshore
	
Helicopter Landing Areas, Chapter 5, paragraph 2.6.
>	 Unfortunately, CAP 437 requires compliance to at least ICAO Level B using foam tested in sea
	
water and freeze protected - a standard that does not exist!
>	 However, CAP 437, paragraph 2.6 does allow the foam manufacturer to advise on performance 	
Oil Technics recommends UL 162 as the preferred foam concentrate standard for offshore helidecks.
>	 ICAO approved products are not conformance monitored after accreditation.

EN 1568:2008 Parts 1-4
>	
	
>	
	
	
>	

A European Standard that critically tests a foam for both extinguishment and burnback
in sea and potable water.
Not a pass or fail standard - concentrates are allocated grades of performance,
ie Grade 1-4 for extinguishing performance and Grades A-D for burnback resistance.
1A is the highest achievable grade.
EN 1568 approved products are not conformance monitored after accreditation.
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INTRODUCING C6 FOAM

BIG CHANGES IN FIRE FIGHTING FOAM
To comply with the USA EPA 2010/15 PFOA Stewardship Programme,
fluorosurfactant manufacturers worldwide have committed to withdraw
from sale any fluorosurfactant with a carbon chain length greater than
C6 by 2015. This change will have a significant impact on fire fighting
foam manufacturers and users.
But what does this change mean to you?

PFOS, PFOA & FLUOROSURFACTANT RESEARCH
Fluorosurfactants are synthetic fluorinated chemicals with varying carbon chain lengths, designed
to be highly effective at lowering the surface tension of water. They are used in the manufacture
of many different products in many industries, including Fire Fighting Foams. Since the removal
of PFOS from Fire Fighting Foams in 2005, a related chemical called Perfluorooctanoic acid
(PFOA) has been discovered to be an unintentional by-product of the telomer manufacturing
process used in the production of fluorosurfactants.
PFOA is a man-made chemical with a carbon chain length of C7, first synthesised in 1947.
It is toxic, bioaccumulative and very persistent and has been found at very low levels in the
environment and in the blood of the general population since 1960. PFOA has also been shown
to cause adverse effects in laboratory animals.
In October 2003, a fluorosurfactant working group was formed by the Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) in the USA and it concluded that:
>	

Fluorosurfactants with an Rf carbon chain length greater than C6 could potentially

	

degrade and form PFOA and would therefore be classed as being toxic to the environment.

>	

There is no pathway for fluorosurfactants with an Rf chain length of C6 or less to degrade 	

	

into PFOA (which has an Rf chain length of C7).

In response to this research and with the aim to reduce the global potential for human exposure
to PFOA, in 2005 the EPA convened what has come to be known as the 2010/15 PFOA
Stewardship Programme.

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INTRODUCING THE C6 FOAM

WHAT IS THE 2010/15 PFOA STEWARDSHIP PROGRAMME?
The 2010/15 PFOA Stewardship Programme asks all manufacturers of long chain fluorotelomers
and other long chain fluorinated compounds to voluntarily stop the production and use of
fluorinated compounds with a carbon chain greater than C6 by year end 2015.
This includes the manufacture of long chain fluorosurfactants previously used in the
manufacture of Fire Fighting Foam concentrates.
European and worldwide manufacturers have now committed to this programme,
meaning fluorinated compounds with carbon chains greater than C6 will soon no longer be
available.

FIRE FIGHTING FOAM & THE MOVE TO C6
The EPA 2010/15 PFOA Stewardship Programme presents a challenge to foam manufacturers.
Fire Fighting Foam concentrates are traditionally manufactured using fluorosurfactants with a
carbon chain length between C6 and C12. Manufacturers who have committed to the
Programme will stop the production of fluorosurfactants with a carbon chain greater than C6
by year end 2015, meaning these commonly used fluorosurfactants will no longer be available.
Consequently, all fire fighting foam manufacturers will need to:
>	

reformulate their foam concentrates using C6 fluorosurfactants

>	

retest these new foam concentrates to meet International standards required by the 		

	

Offshore Oil & Gas industry, such as UL 162, ICAO Level B and EN 1568:2008 Part 3.
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OUR PROGRESS
Over a year ahead of the date set by the 2010/15 Programme, Oil Technics is proud to offer
their customers a new range of Aberdeen Foam C6 foams. This gives our customers an early
opportunity to make the change to more environmentally friendly foams, potentially giving
them an advantage over their competitors.
Our C6 foams have succeeded in meeting the stringent performance requirements of UL 162,
which is generally considered to be the most challenging performance standard to obtain.

HOW WILL THIS CHANGE AFFECT THE END USER?
Ask yourself three things to find out how this change will affect you:
1 	 Is my current foam stock 2010/15 compliant?
2				 Is my current foam stock UL 162 approved?
3 	 Is my current foam stock compatible with new C6 Fire Fighting Foam?
You may also like to consider the following points:
>	

If you blend C6 foam with non-C6 foam, you will lose your C6 compliancy.

>	

If you continue to use your existing foam stock, after 2015 you will probably

	

find it is no longer being manufactured and has been replaced by a new C6 foam.

OUR RANGE
Oil Technics has now developed, tested and passed the following Aberdeen Foam C6-based
AFFFs to International foam standards:
	 Foam Concentrate	

Performance Standard

	 1% AFFF-LF-C6 	

>	

UL 162	

>	

ICAO Level B

	 3% AFFF-LF-C6 	

>	

UL 162	

>	

ICAO Level B

>	

ICAO Level B

	 6% AFFF-LF-C6			
	 1% AFFF-C6	

>	

UL 162

	 3% AFFF-C6	

>	

UL 162	

>	

UL 162

	 6% AFFF-C6	
	 1 x 1% AFFF-AR-C6	
	 3 x 3% AFFF-AR-C6	

>	

ICAO Level B
USEFUL REFERENCES
C6 FOAM
>	

EPA 2010/15 PFOA Stewardship Programme	

www.epa.gov/oppt/pfoa

>	

UL Listings	

www.ul.com

HELIDECKS & AVIATION
>	

Civil Aviation Authority (CAA)	

www.caa.co.uk

>	

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)	

www.icao.int

GENERAL FIRE FIGHTING INFORMATION
>	

Foam Testing	

www.foamtesting.com

>	

Fire Fighting Foam Coalition	

www.fffc.org

>	

Industrial Fire Hazard Management	

www.joiff.com

>	

Fire Industry Association (FIA)	

www.fia.uk.com

>	

Fire Sector Federation (FSF)	

www.firesectorfederation.co.uk

THANK YOU
We would like to thank Fire Manager Pete Dennett and his staff at the Petrofac Fire Training School
in Montrose, Scotland, for generously making available to us the use of their fire testing facilities
throughout the development of our C6 products.

www.firefightingfoam.com

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+44 (0) 1561 361515	
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Oil Technics Ltd: New Fire Fighting Foams Brochure.

  • 1. FIRE FIGHTING FOAMS & FOAM TESTING
  • 2. Fire Fighting Foams & Foam Testing CONTENTS Introduction & Services PAGE 03 Why is Foam Testing Required? PAGE 04 Your Foam Testing Reports PAGE 05 How to Take Samples PAGE 06 Foam Testing Kits PAGE 08 Foam Testing Equipment PAGE 10 Training Courses PAGE 11 Foam Types PAGE 12 Foam Compatibility PAGE 19 Foam Standards PAGE 20 Introducing C6 Fire Fighting Foams PAGE 21 www.firefightingfoam.com
  • 3. Fire Fighting Foams & Foam Testing 3 INTRODUCTION & SERVICES WHO WE ARE Oil Technics (Fire Fighting Products) Ltd. specialises in the supply and manufacture of fire fighting foam concentrates and the laboratory testing of produced foam and foam concentrates. Based in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, our purpose built foam factory and testing laboratory, graduate staff, ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 14001:2004 accreditation and over 30 years experience in foam manufacturing and foam testing enables us to offer world class products and services. WHAT WE OFFER We deliver a unique and valued service for our customers across a broad range of sectors including the Oil & Gas industry, Airports, Fire Services, Chemical Plants and Refineries. Our dedicated fire fighting foam website offers our customers extensive information and the opportunity to order a wide range of products online, including: > Foam Concentrates > Foam Tests > Free sample bottles > Foam Test Kits & Equipment > Training Courses > 24 hour telephone advice and emergency support OUR PRODUCTS & SERVICES We are a 30 year old company manufacturing and supplying fire fighting foam concentrates from our new facilities in Aberdeenshire. We offer a full range of C6 compliant foams, foam testing services, technical support and training courses. Our 24 hour out-of-hours emergency service can supply foam ex-stock throughout Scotland: tel. 01561 361 515.
  • 4. Fire Fighting Foams & Foam Testing 4 WHY IS FOAM TESTING REQUIRED? Modern, high quality foam concentrates are very stable and are excellent candidates for long term storage, with minimal or no effects on performance. Most reputable foam concentrate manufacturers offer at least a 10 year life for products correctly stored and in original containers with the manufacturer’s seal still intact (unopened). THE PURPOSE OF TESTING FOAM CONCENTRATES While the storage capability of high quality foams > Dilution is excellent, the performance of a Foam Concentrate > Contamination can be compromised by the following factors: > Extremes of Temperature For these reasons International Standards: > NFPA 11 > BS 5306 > UKOOA/HSE make the following recommendation: “At least annually, an inspection shall be made of foam concentrates... for evidence of excessive sludging or deterioration. Samples of concentrates shall be sent to the manufacturer or qualified laboratory for quality condition testing.” NFPA 11, 2010 Edition, 12.6.1 and 12.6.2
  • 5. Fire Fighting Foams & Foam Testing 5 YOUR FOAM TESTING REPORTS All test reports are written in plain English. We will aim to send your report to you by post, email or fax within 3 working days of receipt of your sample. For our UK North Sea customers, in the event of an emergency we offer heliport collection and same day testing. FOAM CONCENTRATE TEST REPORT The purpose of a Foam Test Report is to evaluate if the sample tested is in satisfactory condition and, most importantly, to enable the customer or laboratory to confirm the foam is within the manufacturer’s specification. Each Foam Concentrate Test Report offers analysis of 10 key features: > Appearance > Surface Tension > pH > Viscosity > Specific Gravity > Expansion Rates > Burnback Performance (Protein) > pH > Fire Extinguishment Properties (Synthetic) > 25% Drainage PRODUCED FOAM TEST REPORT The purpose of a Produced Foam Test Report is to determine the suitability and accuracy of a foam system’s proportioning and induction equipment. Each Produced Foam Test Report shows the calculated % induction obtained from the sample provided. This result is compared against the two Internationally recognised Foam Standards - NFPA 11 and BS 5306. Comparison of NFPA 11 and BS 5306 for Produced Foam Testing NFPA 11 BS 5306 1% 1.0 - 1.3% 1.0 - 1.25% 3% 3.0 - 3.9% 3.0 - 4.0% 6% 6.0 - 7.0% 5.0 - 6.0%
  • 6. Fire Fighting Foams & Foam Testing 6 HOW TO TAKE SAMPLES SAMPLING FOAM CONCENTRATE FROM A TANK If a foam concentrate is contaminated or degraded, samples taken from the top and bottom of a storage tank are likely to have different physical properties. For this reason, we recommend concentrates should not be circulated prior to sampling. Normally, two samples per storage tank are taken: > One sample from the bottom (1 Litre). > One sample from the top (1 Litre). If you have access to a tank sampling jar with removable bung, we recommend taking an additional 1 Litre sample from the middle of the tank. The contents of a tank should not be circulated where dilution or contamination of the foam concentrate is suspected to have occurred. We also recommend that the tank is labelled with “Awaiting Foam Test Results” and the date that the sample was taken. Once the samples have been taken, the tank should not be circulated until the samples have been tested and the results obtained. However, if it is only possible to take one sample, then circulate the tank to obtain a ‘composite sample’ prior to taking a 1 Litre sample. TAKING A FOAM CONCENTRATE SAMPLE FROM THE BOTTOM OF A TANK When taking a sample from the bottom of a foam storage tank, it is important that any sludge, sediment, rust, scale etc is removed before collection of the sample. To do this, draw off at least 5-10L of product before taking a sample. SAMPLING FOAM CONCENTRATE FROM A DRUM > Take a 1 Litre sample from the top of the drum. > Vigorously shake the drum and take an additional 1 Litre sample.
  • 7. Fire Fighting Foams & Foam Testing 7 TAKING A PRODUCED FOAM SAMPLE Provide at least: > 1 Litre of Foam Concentrate > 1 Litre Of Induction Water > 0.5 Litre of Produced Foam Produced Foam samples should be taken from as close as possible to the point where the foam reaches the designated discharge area. Before taking a sample, activate the foam system long enough to remove standing columns of water (which otherwise would contribute to a diluted produced foam sample), and sample when the system is in equilibrium. Collecting samples from nozzles, monitors & overhead sprinklers: > Collect sample from the point of impact in the discharge area. Collecting samples from Foam Pourers: > Insert sample container into the edge of produced foam stream and take a sample. LABELLING SAMPLES Ensure that the labels are completed immediately after filling the sample container. To be able to interpret the test results correctly, all the label information must be accurate. The container MUST be labelled with the following information at a minimum: > Company Name > Foam Type > Brand Name > Concentration (ie 1%, 3%, 6%) > Date of Sample Collection > Sample Source (Tank or Drum Number, Top, Middle or Bottom and any other relevant information) If you would like to receive free sample bottles and labels, please contact us.
  • 8. Fire Fighting Foams & Foam Testing 8 FOAM TESTING KITS Foam Concentrate and Produced Foam testing should be carried out under laboratory conditions to ensure accurate and consistent results. It is not always possible to access a Foam Laboratory and for these occasions we offer “Field Testing Kits” with an easy to use manual. PRODUCED FOAM TEST KIT This Produced Foam Test Kit enables foam induction systems to be easily calibrated. Contains a step by step, easy to follow manual, together with worked examples. Suitable for testing to the following International Produced Foam Test Standards: > NFPA 11 2002 (paragraphs 10.6.2 and 3) > BS 5306 Suitable for use with AFFF, Protein and Alcohol Resistant Foams. Contents > Produced Foam Testing Manual > Digital Refractometer > 3 x Sample Bottles > 3 x 100ml Cylinders > 250ml Beaker > 1ml Syringe > Carrying Case
  • 9. Fire Fighting Foams & Foam Testing 9 FOAM CONCENTRATE TEST KIT Suitable for testing AFFF, Protein and Contents Alcohol Resistant Foams. Each Foam > Foam Concentrate Testing Manual Concentrate Kit contains a step by step, > Produced Foam Testing Manual easy to follow manual, together with > Mechanical Scales worked examples. > 250ml Beaker > 500ml Beaker With additional laboratory equipment, > 3 x 100ml Cylinders can be used to determine: > Masses for Scales > Viscosity - requires a viscometer > NFPA 11 Foam Collection Cylinder > pH - requires a pH meter > NFPA 11 Foam Collection Stand > Surface tension - > Conical Measure requires a surface tension balance > Thermometer > 3 x Sample Bottles Designed for use with Produced foam to > Digital Refractometer determine: > Stopwatch > Specific Gravity > 1ml Syringe > 25% Drainage > Carrying Case > Expansion Ratio > 4 Hydrometers > % Induction (Ranges 1.000 - 1.050, 1.050 - 1.100, 1.100 - 1.150, 1.150 - 1.200) Note: Determining Expansion Ratio, % induction and 25% Drainage requires the use of an NFPA 11 Foam Collection Board and an installed foam system. > Other Foam Testing Kits are also available, including High Expansion Induction Test Kits. For further information please visit www.firefightingfoam.com
  • 10. Fire Fighting Foams & Foam Testing 10 FOAM TESTING EQUIPMENT FOAM COLLECTION BOARDS Used for obtaining samples of produced foam and for calculating: > 25% Drainage > Expansion Ratio Built to International Foam Standards NFPA 11 or ICAO specifications. Designed to hold NFPA 11 Foam Collection Cylinder (included in Foam Concentrate Test Kit) or ICAO Foam Collection Cylinder. FOAM COLLECTION TRIPODS & STANDS Enables produced foam samples to be measured correctly. For use in calculating: > 25% Drainage > Foam expansion Designed to hold NFPA 11 Foam Collection Cylinder (included in Foam Concentrate Test Kit) or ICAO Foam Collection Cylinder. FOAM TESTING PANS We supply a range of fire pans and branch pipes for the testing of foam concentrates to International standards. Ideal for fire brigade and airport training purposes. Trays available to the following specifications: > UL 162 > ICAO Level B & C > EN 1568:2008 > MIL-F 24385-F
  • 11. Fire Fighting Foams & Foam Testing TRAINING COURSES GENERAL INFORMATION Oil Technics Ltd. provides in-house Training Courses on both Produced Foam and Foam Concentrate testing. Both of these courses provide extensive technical background and hands-on experience in all aspects of Foam Testing and, on completion, attendees are presented with a Certificate of Competency. > Produced Foam Test courses last approximately half a day. > Foam Concentrate Test Courses last approximately three days (minimum). For further information on pricing and availability, please contact us. 11
  • 12. Fire Fighting Foams & Foam Testing 12 FOAM TYPES AQUEOUS FILM-FORMING FOAMS 1%, 3%, 6% AFFF & 1%, 3%, 6% AFFF-LF > Designed for fast extinguishment of Class B hydrocarbon fuels such as crude oil, gasoline, kerosene and fuel oil > Typically first choice for use on offshore oil platforms, petrochemical installations, hydrocarbon storage, production facilities or wherever fast extinguishment is essential > Not suitable for use on fuels which are polar solvents and water miscible > Suitable for use with either fresh or seawater > Fast knockdown > Suitable for use in aspirated and non-aspirated systems > Minimum storage temperature for AFFFs: 1.7°C (35°F) > Minimum storage temperature for AFFF-LFs, tested to UL minimum storage temperature: -17.8°C (0°F) Approvals > UL 162 > EN 1568:2008 part 3 > For further information please visit www.firefightingfoam.com > ICAO Level B
  • 13. Fire Fighting Foams & Foam Testing 13 ALCOHOL RESISTANT AQUEOUS FILM-FORMING FOAMS 1x3%, 3x3%, 3x6% AFFF-AR > Designed for fast extinguishment of fires involving both Class B hydrocarbon fuels such as crude oil, gasoline, kerosene and fuel oil and polar solvents and water miscible liquids such as alcohols, ketones, aldehydes and ethers > Versatile fire fighting capability reduces the need to stock different foam types > Suitable for use with either fresh or seawater > Fast knockdown > Suitable for use in aspirated and non-aspirated systems Approvals > UL 162 > For further information please visit www.firefightingfoam.com
  • 14. Fire Fighting Foams & Foam Testing 14 FOAM TYPES FLUOROPROTEIN FOAMS 3%, 6% FP > Designed for the protection of the storage and transport of hydrocarbons, MTBE and blended unleaded fuels > Suitable for application using induction equipment such as hand held devices, venturi systems, balance pressure tanks and around the pump proportioners > Foam blanket reseals when ruptured and offers excellent sealing action against metal surfaces Approvals > UL 162 > EN 1568:2008 part 3 > For further information please visit www.firefightingfoam.com > LastFire
  • 15. Fire Fighting Foams & Foam Testing 15 FILM-FORMING FLUOROPROTEIN FOAMS 3%, 6% FFFP > Designed to offer the same post-fire security as an FP foam > FFFPs combine fluorosurfactants to offer similar effective control and extinguishment as an AFFF > Provides fast knockdown, excellent burnback and stable long lasting foam blanket > For use in the protection of hydrocarbon tanks, process areas, marine terminals and offshore platforms Approvals > UL 162 > ICAO Level B > EN 1568:2008 part 3 > NATO Listed ALCOHOL RESISTANT FILM-FORMING FLUOROPROTEIN FOAMS 3x3%, 3x6% FFFP-AR > Dual application designed to extinguish and secure both hydrocarbon and polar solvent fires > Foam blanket rapidly reseals when disturbed by personnel or equipment > Non-viscous foam provides easy application and remains fluid at temperatures as low as -17.8°C (0°F) > For use by fire brigades, oil storage applications, marine terminals, power stations and offshore platforms > Suitable for use with either fresh or seawater > Resistant to fuel pick-up Approvals > UL 162 > EN 1568:2008 part 3 > For further information please visit www.firefightingfoam.com > ICAO Level B
  • 16. Fire Fighting Foams & Foam Testing 16 FOAM TYPES HIGH EXPANSION FOAMS 2% HI-EX > For use at 2% with High Expansion and at 3-5% with Medium Expansion nozzles > First choice for flooding of (often inaccessible) areas involving Class A and Class B fires > Produced foam offers high drainage, typically above 10 minutes > Assists in oxygen depletion, cooling, vapour suppression and fire extinguishment > For use by fire brigades, oil storage applications, marine terminals, power stations and offshore platforms > Suitable for use with either fresh or seawater > Fluorosurfactant free Approvals > EN 1568:2008 parts 1&2 CLASS A FOAMS 1% CLASS A > Designed for Class A applications ie paper and tyre, building and forestry fires > Can be used at inductions as low as 0.1% > Highly effective at reducing the surface tension of water to achieve fast penetration and coverage of Class A fires > Fluorine free and with good environmental characteristics > Can be applied by CAF systems, air aspirated nozzles and conventional nozzles > Suitable for use with either fresh or seawater > For further information please visit www.firefightingfoam.com
  • 17. Fire Fighting Foams & Foam Testing 17 FLUORINE FREE FOAMS 3% F3 > Fluorine free foam designed for use on hydrocarbon fires > Ideal for civilian and military airports > Environmental agency compliant regarding discharge of fluorosurfactants to the environment > Fluorosurfactant free VAPOUR SUPPRESSION FOAMS 6% VapourShield (Acid), 6% VapourShield (Alkali) > Designed to provide a stable vapour suppressing foams when used at 6% concentration > Available for use on both acid and alkali liquid spills > Provides stable, slow draining foam to effectively suppress vapours from accidental chemical spills > Suitable for use with either fresh or seawater
  • 18. Fire Fighting Foams & Foam Testing 18 FOAM TYPES TRAINING FOAMS 1%, 3% TF (Synthetic), 3%, 6% TF (Protein) > Fluorine free synthetic and protein based training foam concentrates > Designed to mimic the induction properties of fire fighting foam for realistic training scenarios > Environmental agency compliant regarding discharge of fluorosurfactants to the environment > Not for use in fighting fires INDUCTION TESTING LIQUIDS Colour Stream and Conductor Stream Liquids > Avoids the need to discharge foam during system testing > A new induction testing system which is not subject to disposal regulations > Designed to mimic the induction performance of produced foams for system calibration, without the need for foam discharge > Colour Stream uses an environmentally safe vegetable dye to achieve system calibration > Conductor Stream uses an environmentally safe liquid to achieve system calibration by conductivity measurement ANTIFOAMING AGENT D-Foamer > Designed to defoam liquids and prevent hydrocarbon and foam carry over to surface separators > Quick to apply and easy to use > Simply dilute and spray over the foam blanket > For further information please visit www.firefightingfoam.com
  • 19. Fire Fighting Foams & Foam Testing FOAM COMPATIBILITY NFPA 11 NFPA 11, 2010 Edition makes the following recommendations: > > “Different brands of the same type of concentrate shall not be mixed unless data are provided by the manufacturer ... to prove they are compatible.” (Para. 4.4.1.2) “Different types of foam concentrate shall not be mixed for storage.” (Para. 4.4.1.1) FOAM COMPATIBILITY In accordance with NFPA 11, quality foam concentrates of the same type from different suppliers can be mixed, provided that the supplier presents a Certificate of Compatibility (C of C). Compatibility testing consists of: > Freeze / thaw ageing > Performance testing To be given a C of C, the foam concentrate should show no reportable adverse reactions. PLEASE NOTE > Quality foam usually refers to those tested and accredited to International Standards such as UL 162 or MIL-F-24385-F. > We recommend that Alcohol Resistant (AR) foams are never mixed. 19
  • 20. Fire Fighting Foams & Foam Testing 20 FOAM STANDARDS YOUR GUARANTEE OF PERFORMANCE Foam concentrates are tested by manufacturers to meet Internationally recognised extinguishment, burnback and proportioning standards. A quality foam supplier will supply foam concentrates that meet one or more of the following standards: > UL 162 > ICAO Level B & C > EN 1568:2008 parts 1-4 These are critical application tests where foam concentrates are tested to the minimum application rate required to extinguish a fire, using sea and potable induction water. UL 162 - OFFSHORE PLATFORMS > > > > Internationally recognised test method carried out by the UL (Underwriters Laboratory), an independent not-for-profit organisation. UL 162 requires a 50 sq ft heptane fire with a pre burn of 60 seconds to be extinguished at an application Rate of 1.63L/m2 using a freeze protected foam with potable and sea water. This is a pass or fail test. UL listed products are monitored with samples being sent to UL every 3 months for conformance testing. iICAO LEVEL B & C - ONSHORE AIRPORTS & HELIDECKS (UK) > The CAA (Civil Aviation Authority) requires a foam concentrate for use in Civilian Airports to be tested using potable water to ICAO Level A, B or C. > For helidecks in the UK, the standard adopted by the CAA is CAP 437 – Standards for Offshore Helicopter Landing Areas, Chapter 5, paragraph 2.6. > Unfortunately, CAP 437 requires compliance to at least ICAO Level B using foam tested in sea water and freeze protected - a standard that does not exist! > However, CAP 437, paragraph 2.6 does allow the foam manufacturer to advise on performance Oil Technics recommends UL 162 as the preferred foam concentrate standard for offshore helidecks. > ICAO approved products are not conformance monitored after accreditation. EN 1568:2008 Parts 1-4 > > > A European Standard that critically tests a foam for both extinguishment and burnback in sea and potable water. Not a pass or fail standard - concentrates are allocated grades of performance, ie Grade 1-4 for extinguishing performance and Grades A-D for burnback resistance. 1A is the highest achievable grade. EN 1568 approved products are not conformance monitored after accreditation.
  • 21. Fire Fighting Foams & Foam Testing INTRODUCING C6 FOAM BIG CHANGES IN FIRE FIGHTING FOAM To comply with the USA EPA 2010/15 PFOA Stewardship Programme, fluorosurfactant manufacturers worldwide have committed to withdraw from sale any fluorosurfactant with a carbon chain length greater than C6 by 2015. This change will have a significant impact on fire fighting foam manufacturers and users. But what does this change mean to you? PFOS, PFOA & FLUOROSURFACTANT RESEARCH Fluorosurfactants are synthetic fluorinated chemicals with varying carbon chain lengths, designed to be highly effective at lowering the surface tension of water. They are used in the manufacture of many different products in many industries, including Fire Fighting Foams. Since the removal of PFOS from Fire Fighting Foams in 2005, a related chemical called Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) has been discovered to be an unintentional by-product of the telomer manufacturing process used in the production of fluorosurfactants. PFOA is a man-made chemical with a carbon chain length of C7, first synthesised in 1947. It is toxic, bioaccumulative and very persistent and has been found at very low levels in the environment and in the blood of the general population since 1960. PFOA has also been shown to cause adverse effects in laboratory animals. In October 2003, a fluorosurfactant working group was formed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in the USA and it concluded that: > Fluorosurfactants with an Rf carbon chain length greater than C6 could potentially degrade and form PFOA and would therefore be classed as being toxic to the environment. > There is no pathway for fluorosurfactants with an Rf chain length of C6 or less to degrade into PFOA (which has an Rf chain length of C7). In response to this research and with the aim to reduce the global potential for human exposure to PFOA, in 2005 the EPA convened what has come to be known as the 2010/15 PFOA Stewardship Programme. 21
  • 22. Fire Fighting Foams & Foam Testing 22 INTRODUCING THE C6 FOAM WHAT IS THE 2010/15 PFOA STEWARDSHIP PROGRAMME? The 2010/15 PFOA Stewardship Programme asks all manufacturers of long chain fluorotelomers and other long chain fluorinated compounds to voluntarily stop the production and use of fluorinated compounds with a carbon chain greater than C6 by year end 2015. This includes the manufacture of long chain fluorosurfactants previously used in the manufacture of Fire Fighting Foam concentrates. European and worldwide manufacturers have now committed to this programme, meaning fluorinated compounds with carbon chains greater than C6 will soon no longer be available. FIRE FIGHTING FOAM & THE MOVE TO C6 The EPA 2010/15 PFOA Stewardship Programme presents a challenge to foam manufacturers. Fire Fighting Foam concentrates are traditionally manufactured using fluorosurfactants with a carbon chain length between C6 and C12. Manufacturers who have committed to the Programme will stop the production of fluorosurfactants with a carbon chain greater than C6 by year end 2015, meaning these commonly used fluorosurfactants will no longer be available. Consequently, all fire fighting foam manufacturers will need to: > reformulate their foam concentrates using C6 fluorosurfactants > retest these new foam concentrates to meet International standards required by the Offshore Oil & Gas industry, such as UL 162, ICAO Level B and EN 1568:2008 Part 3.
  • 23. Fire Fighting Foams & Foam Testing 23 OUR PROGRESS Over a year ahead of the date set by the 2010/15 Programme, Oil Technics is proud to offer their customers a new range of Aberdeen Foam C6 foams. This gives our customers an early opportunity to make the change to more environmentally friendly foams, potentially giving them an advantage over their competitors. Our C6 foams have succeeded in meeting the stringent performance requirements of UL 162, which is generally considered to be the most challenging performance standard to obtain. HOW WILL THIS CHANGE AFFECT THE END USER? Ask yourself three things to find out how this change will affect you: 1 Is my current foam stock 2010/15 compliant? 2 Is my current foam stock UL 162 approved? 3 Is my current foam stock compatible with new C6 Fire Fighting Foam? You may also like to consider the following points: > If you blend C6 foam with non-C6 foam, you will lose your C6 compliancy. > If you continue to use your existing foam stock, after 2015 you will probably find it is no longer being manufactured and has been replaced by a new C6 foam. OUR RANGE Oil Technics has now developed, tested and passed the following Aberdeen Foam C6-based AFFFs to International foam standards: Foam Concentrate Performance Standard 1% AFFF-LF-C6 > UL 162 > ICAO Level B 3% AFFF-LF-C6 > UL 162 > ICAO Level B > ICAO Level B 6% AFFF-LF-C6 1% AFFF-C6 > UL 162 3% AFFF-C6 > UL 162 > UL 162 6% AFFF-C6 1 x 1% AFFF-AR-C6 3 x 3% AFFF-AR-C6 > ICAO Level B
  • 24. USEFUL REFERENCES C6 FOAM > EPA 2010/15 PFOA Stewardship Programme www.epa.gov/oppt/pfoa > UL Listings www.ul.com HELIDECKS & AVIATION > Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) www.caa.co.uk > International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) www.icao.int GENERAL FIRE FIGHTING INFORMATION > Foam Testing www.foamtesting.com > Fire Fighting Foam Coalition www.fffc.org > Industrial Fire Hazard Management www.joiff.com > Fire Industry Association (FIA) www.fia.uk.com > Fire Sector Federation (FSF) www.firesectorfederation.co.uk THANK YOU We would like to thank Fire Manager Pete Dennett and his staff at the Petrofac Fire Training School in Montrose, Scotland, for generously making available to us the use of their fire testing facilities throughout the development of our C6 products. www.firefightingfoam.com T: F: E: W: +44 (0) 1561 361515 +44 (0) 1561 361001 info@firefightingfoam.com www.firefightingfoam.com Rev.09-01-14 Oil Technics (Fire Fighting Products) Ltd. Linton Business Park, Gourdon, Aberdeenshire, Scotland UK DD10 0NH Copyright © Oil Technics (Fire Fighting Products) Ltd. 2014. Photographs on pages 12, 15, 16 & 19 used by kind permission of Angus Fire Ltd.