Foam Fire Suppression Systems
Foam fire suppression solutions for suitable flammable-liquid and industrial hazards, including proportioning, discharge devices, installation and testing.
Foam fire suppression systems are used to reduce vapour release from flammable and combustible liquid surfaces, form a protective blanket and limit the risk of re-ignition. System performance depends on the foam concentrate, fuel type, application rate, discharge equipment and correct generation of the water-foam solution.
Typical Applications
- Fuel and chemical storage areas
- Tank farms
- Loading, unloading and transfer areas
- Process areas
- Hangars and selected industrial hazards
- Spill surfaces and bunded areas
System Components
- Foam-concentrate storage tank
- Proportioning equipment
- Foam chambers / foam makers
- Monitors and nozzles
- Foam sprinkler or deluge arrangements
- Fire pump and water supply
- Detection, valves and control sequence
Critical Foam-Selection Issues
- Physical and chemical properties of the protected fuel
- Polar-solvent versus hydrocarbon classification
- Product approval and test scope
- Application rate and duration
- Compatibility with existing equipment
- Environmental and regulatory restrictions
- Current status and availability of the foam concentrate
Standards and Design References
Depending on the project, NFPA 11, applicable product standards, client or authority requirements and process-safety criteria may apply.
Service Area
From Yalova, DEMOFIRE provides foam-system design support, installation, commissioning, testing, maintenance and service primarily across the Marmara Region, including Istanbul, Kocaeli and Bursa, and—depending on project scope—in Izmir and throughout Türkiye.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can every foam concentrate be used on every fuel?
No. The foam type must be selected for the specific fuel and within the product’s tested or approved application scope.
Can an old foam concentrate be replaced directly with a new product?
Not always. Equipment, proportioning, product compatibility and design criteria must be checked.
Are foam systems used only for tank farms?
No. Depending on the hazard and process conditions, foam can be used in a range of industrial applications.