# Gas Industries LLC — Hazardous Materials Safety Interpretation

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- **title:** Gas Industries LLC — Hazardous Materials Safety Interpretation
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of Transportation
U.S. Department
Washington, D.C. 20590
400 Seventh Street, S.W.
Pipeline and
Administration
Hazardous Materials Safety
NOV 17 2005
Mr. John E. Brooks
Ref. No.: 05-0222
President
FirePak Oil and
Gas Industries LLC
164 NW Jib Street
Oak Harbor, WA 98277
Dear Mr. Brooks:
This is
in response to your August 10, 2005 letter regarding
the applicability of the consumer commodity provisions as
specified in the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR; 49 CFR
Parts 171-180).
Specifically, you ask if your fire
suppression system described as "Flammable solids, organic,
n.o.s.,
Division 4.1, UN 1325, PG III" qualifies for the
consumer commodity exception in § 173.151 (c).
The answer is no. Upon further review of the information
provided, we have determined that this material is an
"explosive device" and needs to be approved by the Associate
Administrator under the terms specified in § 173.56.
I hope this information is helpful. If you have further
questions, please do not hesitate to contact this office.
incerely
Matter 2. Nith 10
Hattie I. Mitchell
Chief,
Regulatory Review and Reinvention
Office of Hazardous Materials Standards
173.151 (c)
050222

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Satterthwaite
§173.15|
Conjumer!
Commadity
05-0222
FirePak Oil and Gas Industries LLC
164 NW Jib St.
NW Regional Office
FVE
Oak Harbor, Wa. 98277
F360 279 8337
P360 679 1747
C360 941 2358
August 10, 2005
U.S. Department of Transportation
Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration
Office of Hazardous Materials Safety
Washington, DC 20590
400 7th St., S.W.
Attn: Delimer Billings
Chief,
Ret A. FO&GI ORM-D review request letter of November 30 2003
Ret B FO&GI ORM-D review request letter of September 23 2004
Ref C FO&GI ORM-D Fax follow up request 01 July 2005
Mr. Billings,
This letter is a follow up to my last letter on Sept. 23 2004. I apologize for
the delay in getting it in following up with your office. This winter was especially
busy with military fire suppression program development and testing.
As the file shows FirePak is the national distributor of PyroGen, a new
NFPA2010, in the industry worldwide. Transport via surface and air is from the
aerosol fire suppression technology gaining acceptance under the new
factory to the distribution center and then on to the retail consumer. The fire
fighting agent is produced from the decomposition of a solid aerosol forming
flammable solid. The AFC is enclosed in an "aerosol generator" made from an
compound (AFC). This material is classified as a UN 1325, 4.1 packing group III
aluminum casing with a foil seal over the discharge nozzle. During activation the
skin temperatures are below the ignition point of paper. Although these are, "fire
extinguishers" by definition, they are not pressurized and do not meet the criteria
in 49CFR173.309
The PyroGen aerosol is a USEPA SNAP listed (Ref1) as Aerosol C, a
replacement for HALON 1301. It is listed as an approved alterativa agent for
use on commercial aircraft (Ret 2). PyroGen is listed with numerous international
and governmental agencies. It qualifies under the new NFPA 2010 standard.
The agent is non-corrosive, non-toxic, and has no Ozone depletion or Global
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warming potential (ODP or GDP). The agent does not remove the oxygen from
the atmosphere and is breathable by mammals for short periods (15 minutes)
explosive squib) for activation. Web links at the bottom of the page are to the
Ref 5. The generators are not pressurized and contain an electric match (not a
references.
Most of the systems are designed as "turn key kits", complete with the
generators contain the aerosol forming compound, and range in weight from 20g
alarm and control system, mounting brackets wiring etc. The individual
up to 11kg. The kits are occasionally ships via air as a limited quantity in a 4G
container and over pack. We would like to use the ORM-D on kits with small
generators less than 2.2 Kg aerosol weight for the recreational marine industry.
We would like to have the small Pyrogen aerosol generators, and system
this certification is applicable to our generators by definition in this a proper
reviewed as an ORM-D consumer commodity. After review of CFR49, we feel
classification. The pre-engineered systems are within the maximum weight
restrictions and comply with all US DOT, IATA and ICAO requirements for
transportation of hazardous material. Our intent is to label shipments with the
small generators. Pyrogen MAG series aerosol generators MAG02, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5,
11 and 12 as ORM-D as part of out fire suppression kits..
Your attention and review of this request is appreciated. A classification as
an ORM-D is within the current regulations. Acceptance will expedite the use of
aerosols in fire suppression applications in the future. The review and final
favorable determination by your office is anticipated. A letter from your office
noting this ORM-D review and reaffirming the compliance with the regulations
would be appreciated. A copy of this letter can be used to show compliance to
the cargo carriers.
espectfully,
mailto:jbrooks@pyrogen.com
FirePak Oil and Gas Industries LLC
Enclosure:/
Internet Hyper links
Ref 1 US EPA Snap listing
Ref 2 DOT/FAA/AR-99/63
Ret 3 PyroGen Web Site
Ret 4 Power paint on the Systems
Ref 5 NAVAIR Toxicity report
50 /50
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A revolution in
fire suppression technology
le really
science

<<<PAGE 5>>>

It really is rocket science
OGER
rocket fuel technology, Pyrogen is the worlds' first commercially available
A revolution is taking place in Fire Suppression. Developed from solid
Aerosol Fire Extinguishing System. Designed as a safe & practical
Pyrogen is available from stock in a wide range of canister sizes. Pyrogen
alternative to Halon, Halacarbons, Chemical Powders and Inert Gases
is an inert non-toxic solid that remains stable until electrically or thermally
activated, where upon it produces a gas-like extinguishing aerosol. The
extinguishment & preventing re-ignition, and in certain instances,
aerosol attacks the fire chemically and physically, giving virtual instant
alternative to Halon.
explosions. For many applications Pyrogen is the only practical
Some of the sizes available
Simply installed close to the potential hazard
Easily reinstalled within minutes
When electrically or thermally ignited, Pyrogen
generates the fire extinguishing aerosol
Send no meter orang
data rooms
off-shore

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Benefits of Pyrogen
3 times more effective than Halon.
O PYROGEN
HALON
HALON
m3 Pyrogen exhibits equal or better extinguishing
At a maximum* design concentration of 100g per
Ill Halon 1301
Compact & Weight Saving.
CHI FM-200
Pyrogen canisters can provide the smallest &
properties than Halon 1301 at 330g per m° (5% by
FE-13
With space requirements of up to 1/40th of inert
lightest fire extinguishing system currently available
volume), as certified by Scientific Services Laboratory.
M# C02
amongst commercially available agents.
Pyrogen has the lowest extinguishing concentration
Inert gos
competing systems, Pyrogen in many cases is the
gases, and weight penaties of often only 10% of
only practical Halon repkicement.
* Rocarrandad marimum for (loss A, B, C, E & F type fires. Refer to table on reverse.
Environmentally Friendly
Simple to Install & Recommission.
Depleting Potential (ODP) & Zero Global Warming
Pyrogen has been certified as having Zero Ozone
thermally) activated. Simple wiring & plug in
Pyrogen canisters are electrically (or automaticaily
I
connectors can reduce installation times to a 1/3rd
Potential (GWP). It is officially listed by the US
Environmental Protection Authority under its
reinstaled in minutes* affording minimal downtime
or less. If discharged, new canisters may be
Halon replacement Significant New Alternatives
Program' (SNAP).
non-active fire suppression.
and eliminate potentialy hazardous periods of
No Pressurised Cylinders or Pipe work.
*Proving all ord any necessory safety checks 8 tropections have been completed
units. As well as being light & safe to transport, they
Pyrogen Canisters are self contained, zero pressure
Low Toxicity.
equipment. They cannot leak, burst or deteriorate,
require no additional pipes, nozzles or distribution
no aggressive acids such as Hydrogen Fluoride
Unlike some Halon alternatives, Pyrogen produces
and can be stored for up to 10 years without
upon contact with hot sufaces. Pyrogen produces
maintenance.
no chlorine or bromide and does not deplete
oxygen to suppress the fire.
Pyrogen has been tested by LPC, Scientific Service
Tests & certification
Cost Effective
Laboratories (Australia) and is undergoing further
With minimal space & weight requirements, simple
certification worldwide. For the latest approval
installation, zero maintenance and up to 10 years
service life, Pyrogen is arguably the most cost
Pyrogen dealer.
listings and test data please contact your nearest
effective Halon alternative available.
machinery and automation equipment
plunt machinery

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How it works
Combustible label cover
unique - a special solid chemical, when electrically or thermally
The principle of extinguishing action employed
by Pyrogen is
Directional plate
ignited, produces
combustion products - micron size dry
Coolant grid
chemical particles and gases. Dry chemical particles, (mainly
Chemical coolant
potassium carbonates), and gaseous mixture, (mainly carbon
dioxide, nitrogen and water vapour), mix together into a uniform
• Separator grid
fire extinguishing aerosol. Before being released into a protected
- Spacer ring
Thermal ignition device
area, the hot aerosol propels itseif through a unique solid
chemical coolant, which decomposes absorbing huge amounts
composition
Solid aerosol generating
of the cool aerosol within the area.
of heat, thus ensuring flameless discharge and uniform distribution
• Electrical ignition device
The high rate of aerosol discharge ensures a tremendous knock-
down effect. Micron size aerosol particles exhibit gas-lice three-
Canister construction
Heaw duty aluminium
alloy casting
throughout enclosure and reach even the most concealed and
dimensional qualities that allow the agent to rapidly distribute
matter of seconds, while long holding times all help tc. prevent
shielded locations. Homogeneous distribution is achieved in a
Igniter circuit connector
fire re-ignition.
Pyrogen canister in action
Electrical signal
from control ponel
Conster hected = S222
Chemical coolant decomposes absorbing heat
Holding times up to 60 minutes.
Total flooding aerosol demonstrates 3d gas like properties
heat ≥175°C vio
Noked flome or
3 potential methods of actuation
five conduxting cord
Aerosol generated
*Fire fighting erosol ropidly generated
Aerosol distributed
Decomposed chemical coolont
Pyrogen aerosol is a chemical action agent
Flame chain broken
Stage 1
(CnHm)
Pyrogen
(CnHm)
GUED
'flame chain carriers' O, H & OH
Fire is propagated by the
Stage 2
(CnHm)
Pyrogen aerosol introduces potassium
Stage 3
radicals (K) into the flame chain reaction
and remove them from the flame chain
K radicals attach themselves to O, H & OH
without depleting Oxygen
shipping and marine
sectric cabinets
military vehicles

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Technical data
Canister Material:
Canister Characteristics
Surface Treatment:
Marine Grade Aluminium Alloy
Electrical (Thermal) Charcicteristics
Shock:
Max/Min Ambient
Powder Coated (red)
Supervision/Monitoring Circuit: ≤1mA
-50°C - +60°C
Activation (Electrical):
≥400mA @6/12/24v for 10mS
Vibration:
Tested at 10g for >13,000 impacts
Activation (Thermal):
≥175°C
Corrosion Resistance:
59 @ 50~2506z
Connector:
4 pin Miltary Type 2 PMDT
Impact Resistance:
Greater than UL 1058
Analog MIL -C-5015
Humidity:
≤96%
IP558
(at maximum design concentration)
Aerosol Characteristics
Suitable for Fire:
Classifications
Nitrogen Gas:
Potassium Carbonates, solid:
- 7g/m3
Class A - Combustible Solids
Carbon Dioxide Gas:
- 70% by vol.
Class C. Flammable Gases
Class 8 - Flammable Liquids
Carbon Monoxide Gas:
~ 0.4% by vol
- 1.2% by vol
Class E - Electrically Energised Fires
Ammonia, Gas:
Nitrogen Oxides, Gas:
- 0.075% by vol
40 - 100 ppm
Handling & Transport:
Accordance with UN 1325&
Class F - Fats & Cooking Oils
Oxygen (level)
Temp at Nozzle + 500mm:
17% to 20% (typical)
≤75°C
Haz. Chen. Code : 2(4)E
Dangerous Goods Code: 4.1
Holding time
≤ 60 mins
Packaging Group:
Agent
Formula
%
TOXICITY ODP
Comparison table
(100yrs vs lifetimes (yrs)
GWP Atmospheric Extinguishing concentration
(Class B fires)
Mechanism of
PYROGEN
LOW*
0
C02 =1)
%v.v.
100
s/ma
fire suppression
Plasticised Nitrocellulose 12.7%
KNO3
62.3%
chemical
Admixtures
Carbon
16%
4%
Halon 1301
NAF S III
FM-200
CF3CHFCF3
Chemical
CHC2CF3
physical
CHCIF2
physical
FE-13
CHCIFCF3
Argonite
FE-25
CHF2CF3
CHF 3
N2
50%
LOW
LOW
2800
32.6
-33.6
199
560
physical
600
physical
physical
Argotec
50%
Inergen
N2
100%
C02
Ar
52%
LOW
LOW
0
0j0
- 35-
500
5C0
physice!
physical
40%
Carbon dioxide
100%
8%
Chemical powders
Water
HO
CO2
HIGH
NIL
50
physical
LOW
0
physical
* Pyrogen has been certified as low toxicity by the Academy of Science & Biophysics Institute, Moscow.
1400-1800 chemical or physical
off road vehicles
engine bays
lius and hgu

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Installation data
Available sizes
Mass of generator, g
Parameter
composition, g
Mass of aerosol forming
ta can can vin can
MAG-1 MAG-2 MAG-3* MAG-4 MAG-5*. MAG-11 MAG-12 MAG-13 MAG-14 MAG-15 MAG-16 MAG-17
1,830
500
12,000
1,500
14,500
2,200
21,000
3,500
28,000
6,000
38,000
6 500
46,000
8,400
53,000
11,000
Max protected volume, m3
Nozzle outlet
@ 100g/m3
0.2
bi-
mono-
0.6
Diameter, mm
Length, mm
120
25
75
80
mono
2
95
mono-
10
Discharge time, sec
<2.0
<3.0
<5.0
75
75
145
350
bi-
mono-
5
mono-
12
17
247
180
mono-
27
247
mono-
46
<12.0
<12.0
247
235
mono
50
<15.0
306
260
mono
65
85
* MAG 3 and MAG 5 are available in 'grenade' format for manual fire fighting
<7.0
<10.0
95
190
<15.0
402
492
75
mono
227
mono-
<8.0
95
285
<15.0
<15.0
492
4150
492
Primarily due to the high obscuration, PYROGEN is designed for use in normally unoccupied areas such as data rooms, machinery and engine spaces, control
Health & Safety Statement
cabinets and storage areas. Inadvertent exposure to the aerosol should be avoided using normal precautions such as warning signals, pre-discharge alarm
and post-discharge warning and venting. Accidental exposure to aerosol should be limited to 5 minutes.
As obscuration may impede the egress of personnel, hold off devices may be required for large areas or those with internal obstructions. Further details on the
available upon request.
safe application, installation, operation and recommissioning of PYROGEN systems is given in the design manual and a manufacturers safety data sheet is
Pyrogen kits
Fire panels
Pre-engineered kits for marine and
Purpose built 'Pyrosafe' fire control
Accessories
CD rom
vehicle applications
and alarm panels
to facilitate complete installations
A complete range of accessories
demonsticte Pyrogen's versatility
A CD or vicleo is available to clearty
Gilnow Mill Business Centre,
Pyrogen Lid.
Spa Road, Bolton. BI. 1 4LF (U.K.)
Telephone: +44 (0)1:204 373300
E-mail: pyrogen@btc.onnect.com
Fax: +44 (0)1204 373355
www.pyrogen.ltd.uk
IGNERL

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Smart. Tough, Safe, Pyrogen.
Industrial Applications
Aviation
• Maintenance shops
• Containers
• Cargo bays
• Helicopters
• Commercial airlines
• General aviation
• Ground support equipment
Electricity
• Computers
• UPS's and ISP's
• Transformer rooms
FIRE ARTGUISHER
MAG
11
• Data centers
• Electrical cabinets
• Server farms
• Internet hotels / motels
• Power substations
• Back-up power supplies
Military
Oil, Gas &
• Machinery and computer rooms
Petrochemical
• Field kits
• Offices
• Pump rooms
• Military mobile base containers
• Rig operators
• Warehouses
• Co-generation
• Temporary storage and construction offices
• Isolated or remote locations
• Machinery spaces
• Electrical cabinets
O H40
• Emergency / temporary replacement for out-
•Drilling companies
of-service systems
• Electrical distribution systems
nounted in an electrical cabine
Pyrogen MAG-02 canister
Mining
Marine
• Electrical cabinets
• Switchboards
• Power substations
• Generator rooms
291 m
- Pump rooms
• Electrical power panels
• Machinery spaces
• Engine rooms
• Diode bridge cubicles
• Maintenance workshops
• Electrical switch banks
•All mining equipment
• Emergency fire-fighting systems.
• Cargo-holds and containers
Machinery
• Construction equipment
In addition to protecting the entire sub-station control
• Timber-harvesting equipment
• Road-paving equipment
room, as shown, smaller. WAGs can be mounted inside
the control cubicles to provide local protection

<<<PAGE 11>>>

Smart. Tough Safe, Pyrogen,
PYROG
PRODUCT CERTIFICATION
PRODUCT TESTING
Standards
'SL LISTED
• Pyrogen Fire Extinguishing Aerosa Systems ASINZS 4487:1997 Standards
• SSL - 30-Day Elevated Temperature Test and Salt Spray Corrosion Test of UL 1058 Stardard
SSL Australia Test Reports
• Maintenance of fire Protection Equipmen, Part 16: Pyrogen fire Extinguishing
Australia/Standards New Zealand
• SSL - Extinguishing Design Factor
Data Sheet Listing
Systems AS/NZS 1851.16:1997 Stardards Australia/ Standards New Zealand
• WorkCover Authority - A est Report on the Performan e of a
WorkCover Authority Australia Test Reports
AFP - 1317
Listing
• SSL (Scientific Services Laboratories Australia Register of Fire Protection
• Work Cover Authority - A leport on Room Fire lest on MAG-4 and
fire Extinguishing Aerosol System in a Room Fire Test w UL 1058 Standard
powder Type Fire-Extinguishing System, afp-1317
Equiprent - Pyrogen IM, MAG Series, Pyrotechnically-generated, Fine Aerosol-
MAG-5 Generators to UL 1058 Standard
Acceptance letters
Power Industry Applications
Australian & New Zealand
- Fire & Rescue Department of Malaysia
• Report on Pyrogen Demonstration at Wollongong Elect ical Engineering Pty Ltd
• Substation Electrical Pane Cubicles fire Tests - Integral Energy. NSW, Australia
Standards Approval
• Bureau Veritas France, Marine Division
AS/NZS 4487:1997
• Snowy Mountains Hydro-electric Authority Australia, Telacommunication: Sites
•BHP Australia, Environmental Department
* Report on Pyrogen Demorstration at Snowy Mountain: Hydro-electric Authority
• Report on Pyrogen Demonstration for protection of Substation Dioce Bridge flectrical Cubicles
- Murrin Murrin Nickel-Cobalt Project, WA, Australia
Approvals & Certificates
• Registration under SNAP program USEPA
• Protection of fume Cabinets - Hi-Safe Systems Fire Pretection, Netherlands
Industrial Applications
• Approval for protectior of small boat machinery spaces
• Approval for use on NSW commercial vessets, Waterways Authority, Australia
Maritime and Coastguard Agency. UK
• Protection of Libraries - Scientific & Research Centre for Conservation
& Restoration of Documers, State Library of the Russian Federation
• Certificate of Standard Approval, Marine Register of Navigation, Russia
(EUREAL
ECB
• Registration for Design Factor, SSE Australia
• Pyrogen Design Factor - Cass A and Class B Fires
Performance Test Reports
• Certification for Electrical Conductivity, Sydney Electricity. Australia
• Certification for Area Coverage to UL. 1058. WorkCover Authority, Australia
• Performance of Pyrogen in a Class A Fire - Test to UL 1(58 standard;
• Approvalfor Chemical Ingrediers, NINAS, Australis
• Oil Fire Test
• Dangerous Goods Classification, Soyuz, Russia
• Certification on Ozone Depletion, Academy of Science, Russia
• Material Safety Data Sheet
Safety Data
• Certification on Vibration & Shock Resistance, Soyuz, Russia
• Certification on Guaranteed Shelf Life, Soyuz, Russia
•Emergency Procedure Guide - Transport
• Certification on Corrosiveness.
• Pyrogen Toxicity - Abstract
Institute of Aviation Mechanical Engineering, Russia
• Pyrogen Toxicity - Full Recort
• Sanitary Certificate - Healt Ministry of the Russian Federation,
Department of the State Sanitary & Epidemic Inspectior
WORKCOVER
HEM SOUTH WAITS
FO&GI
mca
Mar time and Gossipsandwany
7171 Harwin Dr Suit3 316
Houston Texas 77036
T: 713 952 1996
-mail: jbrooks@pyrogen.cor
F: 713-952 1997
ww.pvrogen.com

<<<PAGE 12>>>

Smart. Tough. Safe. Pyrogen.
From
rocket fuel
to the world's
most effective
fire extinguisher
Developed from
X
advanced aerospace
technology - Pyrogen
is the world's first
WORKCOVER
NEW SOUTH WAICE
commercially available
aerosol fire
extinguishing system
Pyrogen is non-
pressurized, non-
пуса
conductive and its
Mar line and Coasterndhwany
extinguishing action is
instantaneous
A further advantage is
aerosol enters delicate
that if the Pyrogen
ECB
equipment, engines or
RETERLAND
electrical components
- it causes no damage
Available in a wide range of canister sizes,
Pyrogen does not deplete oxygen and was
practical alternative to Halon, halocarbons
designed as the most economical and
chemical powders and inert gases
LISTED
Active Fire Protection
Data Sheet Listing
AFP - 1317
FORGI
Australian & New Zealand
Standards Approval
AS/NZS 4487:1997

<<<PAGE 13>>>

Smart. Tough. Safe. Pyrogen.
How Pyrogen
Pyrogen™
Works
(1 times)
"Pyrogen's principle of
- Halon 1301
extinguishing action is
(4 times)
unique" explains
Dr. Julia Berezovsky,
Pyrogen's General
FM-200
Manager,
"A special
(6 times)
solid chemical, when
electrically or thermally
ignited, produces
combustion products -
- FE-13
micron-sized dry
(7.5 times)
chemical particles and
gases that mix into a
uniform aerosol, an
- CO2
actual extinguishing
(15.5 times)
medium"
"This aerosol is extremely
Argotec,
effective in extinguishing fires,
Argonite,
especially those involving
Inergen
materials of hydrocarbon origin,
(40 times)
such as petroleum, diesel,
hydraulic liquid, lubricants,
natural gas, wood, etc".
When Pyroger is compared size for size
The micron-sized aerosol
no other fire extinguishing system stacks up
particles exhibit gas-like
three-dimensional qualities that
allow the agent to quickly
"Pyrogen's extinguishing action is
distribute throughout the
achieved by interfering chemically with
with an
Such low design concentration coupled
almost instantaneous
enclosure and reach into the
extinguishing action makes Pyroger
most concealed and shielded
one of the most efficient and
locations.
more than three times lower than
corvenient agents in the worle
be electrical or thermal.
Operation of the extinguishing unit car

<<<PAGE 14>>>

Smart. Tough. Safe, Pyrogen,
mounted in an electrical substation
Pyrogen MAG-12 canisters
ECB
SSL
LISTED
Active Fire Protection
Key Extinguishing
Key Performance
Data Sheet Listing
AFP - 1317
Actions
Attributes
Pyrogen's extinguishing action is
Pyrogen has the lowest extinguishing
achieved primarily by interfering
concentration amongst commercially
chemically with the fire reaction
available agents - three times lower
than Halon 1301
Australian & New Zealand
Pyrogen cools the fire to a
Standards Approval
temperature below which the fire
AS/NZS 4487:1997
Pyrogen requires no pressure
reaction cannot continue
cylinders or piping
Agent
Formula
Mass %
Toxicity ODP*
GWP**
100yrs/CO*=1 Lifetimes (yrs)
Atmospheric
Extinguishing Concentration
%ww
g/m
Fire Suppression
Mechanism of
Pyrogen™
KNO
Plasticised Nitrocellulose
62.3
Carbon
12.7
Low
0
0
0
100
Chemical/Physical
Admixtures
16
9
FM-200
Halon 1301
CBrf.
NAF S11
CFSCHFCF
Low
Ecm
65
5
330
Chemical
CHCICFS
CHOICE.
CHCIF
4.75
Low
Low
0.036
ical
82
FE-13
CHF,
9.5
Chemical
Argonite
50
50
Low
Low
sical
sicall
50
Inergen
Argotec
100
Low
Low
compononts
sical
40
isical
_CO.
.8
Carbon Dioxide
Water
CO:
100
Nil
High
0
0
ysical
Chemical Powders
*ODP = Ozone Depleting Ps
Low
0
emical/Physical
ysical

<<<PAGE 15>>>

Smart. Tough. Safe. Pyrogen.
EN™
Key Environmental
Pyrogen
Benefits
Extinguishes
Zero ozone depletion potential
Class A Fires
- involving solid materials, generally organic,
Zero global warming potential
and can be further categorized into surface
burning fires and deep-seated fires
Outstanding
Class B Fires
Benefits
- involving liquids or liquefiable solids
Three times more effective than Halon
Class C Fires
Marine installation in a high-speed power boat
- involving gases
Environment-friendly
Class E Fires
Products
Instantaneously extinguishes fire
- involving electrically energized fuels
(UL Class C)
Pyrogen Kits
Pre-engineered kits for marine and vehicle
Does not deplete oxygen level
Class F Fires
applications
- involving fats and cooking oils (UL Class K)
Fire Panels
Significant cost savings
Purpose-built Pyrosafe fire control and
alarm panels
Low toxicity
Health & Safety
Accessories
A complete range of accessories to facilitate
Other Benefits Include:
Statement
complete installations
•Recognised by international authorities
Pyrogen's dense aerosol is most effective in
CD Rom
• Requires no pressure cylinders or piping
• Reduced weight
rooms, machinery and engine spaces, control
normally unoccupied areas such as data
A CD or video is available to clearly
demonstrate Pyrogen's versatility
• In-built thermal release
cabinets and storage areas.
•Simple installation and recommission
• Easily re-installed the same day
Inadvertent exposure to the aerosol should be
avoided using normal precautions such as
PYROGEN™
• Can be added to existing protection
• Will replace Halon, C02 or other fixed systems
varning signals, pre-discharge alarm ang
post-discharge warning and venting
• Electrically non-conductive
installations
Firepak Oil and Gas Industries Ltd.
Accidental exposure to aerosol should be
limited to five minutes.
Master Distributor
• Less extinguishing agent needed
and hamper the evacuation of personnel, hold-
The Pyrogen acrosol cloud can reduce visibility
7171 Harwin Drive Suite 316
• No costly storage space needed
Houston Texas 77036
• Perfect where water or chemical agents are
• Minimal maintenance
off devices may be required for large areas or
details on the safe application, installation,
those with internal obstructions. further
Oak Harbor Wa 98277
164 Niw Jib St
• Can be installed when normal systems are out
impractical
water pressure
of service for maintenance, repair, or loss of
systems is given in the design manuat and our
operation, and re-commissioning of Pyrogen
т: 713 952 1996
safety data sheet is available upon request.
E-mail: :jbrooks@pyrogen.com
F: 713 952 1997
www.pyrogen.com
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