How can you tell the quality of foam?
The ILD rating of a foam material will tell you how FIRM the foam is. Some people prefer a very firm cushion, while others prefer softer. We offer firmness levels of Soft, Medium, Medium Firm, and Firm to match the preference of each customer.
What is class A foam concentrate?
Class A foam concentrates are specifically designed to combat fires involving ordinary combustible materials, like wood, paper, coal, rubber, and plastic by making water more effective. The concentrates reduce the surface tension of water providing superior wetting and penetrating characteristics.
How can you tell the density of foam?
To calculate the density of a piece of foam, you divide the weight of the foam by its width x height x length. If you measure in feet, density is expressed in weight per cubic foot.
What is the difference between Class A and Class B foam?
There are many different types of foam for firefighting: Class A foam is used for combustibles, structural fires and wildfires; Class B foam is used for ignitable liquids, like gasoline and diesel; and polar solvent foams help extinguish alcohol-based liquids and alcohol-type fuels.
What is fighting foam concentrate testing?
Fire Fighting Foam Concentrate Testing is designed to evaluate if a Foam is in a satisfactory condition and most importantly check whether it remains within the manufacturer’s specification from when it was first manufactured. Reliable: with over 30 years’ experience of foam testing, ours is a service you can rely on! Why is Testing needed?
How often do you test foam concentrates?
“At least annually, an inspection shall be made of foam concentrates… for evidence of excessive sludging or deterioration. Sample of concentrates shall be sent to the manufacturer or qualified laboratory for quality condition testing.” NFPA 11, 2021 Edition, 13.2.6.1 and 13.2.6.2 1. Types of Foam we test 2. Quick & easy
What is foam concentrate ration?
The temperature at which the Foam Concentrate sample changes from a liquid to a solid phase (i.e. crystallises). The ratio of foam produced compared with the volume of concentrate used, e.g. a ration of 7:1 means 1L of Foam Concentrate produces 7L of Foam
What is a produced foam test report?
The purpose of a Produced Foam Test Report is to determinate the suitability and accuracy of a Foam System’s proportioning and induction equipment and whether it is working and being operated properly. For further details, please click here. Why is it important to agitate your foam before sampling?