FIREBLOCK FOREST
Fireblock FOREST is a powerful, non-toxic, and biodegradable fire retardant designed for tackling large-scale fires, including intense wildfires and commercial fires. Supplied in convenient 20kg resealable buckets, it transforms into a cooling, fire-suppressant gel when mixed with water, creating a barrier that protects surfaces from extreme heat and keeps flames under control.
FIREBLOCK FOREST
CAN BE USED FOR:
FOREST FIRES
LARGE SCALE FIRES
STRUCTURAL FIRES
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
- Non-toxic and Biodegradable: Safe for the environment and easy to clean up after use.
- Exceptional Cooling Power: Quickly cools down high-temperature fires, giving firefighters enhanced control.
- Versatile Application: Can be sprayed directly on fires or used preventatively by coating unburned areas with a protective gel layer.
- Effective Adherence: Sticks to various surfaces like wood, metal, and vegetation, creating a lasting heat-resistant barrier.
WHY CHOOSE FIREBLOCK FOREST?
Developed initially for MONDI Timbers in South Africa, Fireblock FOREST was designed to address the unique challenge of wildfires that rapidly spread through timber and vegetation. Its formulation allows it to adhere effectively to trees and undergrowth, smothering flames and preventing reignition. Fireblock FOREST has since been used successfully in major incidents, including the Richards Bay chip fire and Springs paper mill fire.
KEY BENEFITS
- Non-toxic and Biodegradable: Safe for the environment and easy to clean up after use.
- Exceptional Cooling Power: Quickly cools down high-temperature fires, giving firefighters enhanced control.
- Versatile Application: Can be sprayed directly on fires or used preventatively by coating unburned areas with a protective gel layer.
- Effective Adherence: Sticks to various surfaces like wood, metal, and vegetation, creating a lasting heat-resistant barrier.
- Mixing Instructions
Combine 8 kg of Fireblock FOREST powder with 600 liters of water. Sprinkle the powder slowly into the water while stirring—do not dump it all at once to avoid clumping. - Application Methods
- Direct Fire Suppression: Apply gel directly to active fires to quickly cool and control the flames.
- Preventive Fireproofing: Spray unburned areas (e.g., grass or shrubs) with the gel to create a protective barrier against advancing fires.
- Storage and Maintenance
- Mixed gel can be stored for up to one year, but should be run through a pump once a month to maintain consistency.
- Powder should be stored in its sealed container in a dry place.
- Easy Cleanup
Fireblock FOREST is fully removable with water, leaving no permanent residue.
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Protect your assets and environments from catastrophic fires with the power of Fireblock FOREST. Contact us to learn more about purchasing options, or visit our Shop to place your order.
GET STARTED WITH FIREBLOCK FOREST TODAY
No, Fireblock FOREST is formulated specifically for Class A fires, including wood, paper, and other solid, organic materials.
The mixed product can be stored for up to three years, but it must be run through a pump once a month to maintain efficacy.
Fireblock FOREST can be removed easily with water once the fire danger has passed.
