FireBull AB, a next-generation fluorine-free firefighting foam developed by Enforcer One and distributed in the region by Frontline Innovations, has become the first and only foam globally to achieve certification to the NTA 8133 lithium-ion battery fire standard.
Independent testing confirmed that FireBull AB can extinguish lithium-ion battery fires in just 16 to 20 seconds, with no reignition for over 20 minutes, representing a significant advancement in safety for industries including electric vehicle infrastructure, battery logistics, energy storage, warehousing, and marine operations.
“This certification confirms that lithium-ion battery fires can now be suppressed safely, rapidly, and without environmental compromise and sets a new global standard for safety, compliance, and environmental responsibility,” said John Kneller, Director of Frontline Innovations.
FireBull AB is the only fluorine-free foam approved by the UAE Civil Defence and is fully PFAS/PFOS-free, removing harmful fluorinated chemicals associated with global environmental litigation and ESG liabilities. It is effective at just 0.25% concentration and is rated for Class A, B, D, and K fires, offering broad applicability across sectors.
Key features
The foam is compatible with all existing fire suppression systems, allowing immediate integration without upgrades or replacements. For rapid deployment, FireBull AB can be used with Enforcer One’s portable CAFS units, including the Enforcer Air 3, a compact system that can be worn or carried by hand. For larger operations, the Enforcer 10, 30, and 60 units can be mounted on vehicles, trucks, or ATVs, making the foam ideal for remote sites, forecourts, and dynamic industrial environments where every second counts.
With lithium-ion battery fires becoming increasingly frequent and severe, the certification has direct implications for insurance risk, regulatory compliance, and legal liability. Using uncertified or outdated suppression systems in battery-rich environments could jeopardize insurance claims and expose organisations to reputational or legal risks.
Frontline Innovations urges all operators handling or storing lithium-ion batteries to review their fire suppression infrastructure in light of this new global benchmark. A regional demonstration of FireBull AB in action will soon provide organisations the chance to see certified lithium-ion fire suppression first-hand and evaluate its operational advantages.
