PFAS free foam extinguisher
Contact usBe prepared for the fluorine ban: switch to PFAS-free firefighting foam
Dräger is supplier of a 6 and 9 liter fluorine-free foam extinguisher (constant pressure). This foam extinguisher is multi-purpose for fires of liquids and solids. Safe and not damaging to the environment.
With the introduction of the fluorine-free foam extinguisher, we are prepared for the fluorine ban that will be in force in a few years' time.
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Fluorine-free 6 liter foam extinguisher
- Fire class: 27A - 144B
- Discharge time: 27.5 seconds
- Throw lenght: 5 meters
- Gross weight: 11.2 kg
- Unit dimension: 240 x 155 x 595 mm (l x w x h)
- Article number: 01121010
Fluorine-free 9 liter foam extinguisher
- Fire class: 34a - 183b
- Discharge time: 37.5 seconds
- Throw lenght: 5 meters
- Gross weight: 15.4 kg
- Unit dimension: 270 x 190 x 610 (l x w x h)
- Article number: SG00108
What does PFAS mean
PFAS is a collective term and stands for poly- and perfluoroalkyl substances. This group of chemicals is man-made and does not occur naturally in the environment. PFAS can have a negative impact on the environment and health. This means they are resistant to degradation when used and also in the environment.
What exactly is going on
On 15 July 2021, the official European ban on PFAS was notified to the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA). The Netherlands, Germany, Denmark, Sweden and Norway have worked together on this ban. These countries want to curb the use of PFAS to reduce the risks of the substances to humans and the environment.
How does the PFAS ban come about
After the ban is notified to ECHA in July 2021, the dossier will be submitted in January 2023 and opinion formation will take place. Then, in 2024, the European Commission will make a proposal and negotiations will begin. Decision-making is expected in 2025.
More informationUse of PFAS in fire extinguishers restricted
Following on from the general PFAS ban, ECHA made a proposal in February 2022 to ban PFAS in fire extinguishers. You can read more about it on the ECHA website. Like the general PFAS ban, the ban of PFAS-containing foam extinguishers is also expected to be finalised by 2025.
Phasing out PFAS-containing firefighting foams
Segments | After PFAS restriction comes into force |
Test practice and training sector | 18 months |
Government fire brigades | 18 months |
Civil Shipping | 3 years |
Other industries non-Seveso companies, | 5 years |
Government fire brigades | 10 jaar |
Conditions for continued use of PFAS firefighting foam during transition period:
- PFAS-containing foam should only be applied to Class B fires (liquid fires)
- Firefighting organisations should make every effort to prevent the release of firefighting foam or PFAS-contaminated firefighting water into the environment. Used foam and extinguishing water must be collected and records must be kept of PFAS-containing foam concentrate used.
During the transition phase, the following should be done:
- Establish management plan for PFAS-containing firefighting foams (takes effect 6 months after regulation)
- All PFAS-containing firefighting foams in storage vessels
- PFAS-containing (waste) water have highly visible labels with the safety warning that the contents contain PFAS with a concentration of more than 1 ppm.
