Bull Products, the globally renowned provider of temporary fire protection solutions for a wide range of applications, has introduced its new Lithium-ion fire extinguishers, LFX, to its portfolio of life-saving fire solutions.
Designed to address the growing risks associated with lithium-ion battery fires, these water-based extinguishers offer protection against lithium-ion battery fires that is both highly effective and widely applicable across various sectors, from construction sites to offices and retail applications.
New LFX fire extinguishers
Lithium-ion batteries are now an integral part of everyday life, powering everything
Lithium-ion batteries are now an integral part of everyday life, powering everything from smartphones and laptops to electric vehicles and industrial machinery. However, the rise in their usage has brought about a heightened risk of fire-related incidents. Bull Products’ new LFX fire extinguishers are specifically engineered to help minimize these potential hazards.
The extinguishers utilize a water-based fire extinguishing agent with market-renowned heat-absorbing properties. This agent effectively breaks the chain reaction of thermal runaway, cooling cells that have already ignited and preventing adjacent cells from overheating. It not only extinguishes flames from failed batteries, but it also prevents the spread of fire to other cells, thereby containing the situation effectively.
Secondary A-class fires
"The safety of lithium-ion batteries is a growing concern, especially with their increasing use in everyday life," said Carl Leeson, Head of Sales at Bull Products, adding "Our new LFX fire extinguishers are designed to provide a robust and reliable solution that mitigates the risks associated with these power sources, ensuring that users, as well as property, are protected from potential fires."
In addition to lithium-ion battery fires, the LFX extinguishers are also equipped to handle secondary A-class fires. This allows for the swift extinguishing of peripheral fires that may result from battery explosions, providing comprehensive protection in emergency situations.
Bull Products’ First Responder Stations
Bull Products’ LFX fire extinguishers come in 3, 6, and 9-liter options, making them suitable for a wide range of applications, from household use to industrial environments. They can be purchased individually, or as part of a First Responder Station, with or without protective wear, including a full-face respirator mask and heavy-duty Tegera gloves, offering flexibility to meet various safety needs.
As with all Bull Products’ First Responder Stations, a fire alarm can also be added as an optional extra for enhanced security. The 6 and 9-liter extinguishers have successfully passed the NTA 8133 standard, the first publication for lithium-ion battery fires with medium capacities up to 600 Wh. This certification highlights the reliability and effectiveness of Bull Products’ extinguishers.