1. Fire Suppression Systems
Fireaway, LLC K-Tel Drive Minnetonka, MN

2. Fire Suppression Systems
Stat-X systems provide highly effective fire suppression for fires in enclosed facilities and local spaces. This is true of all aerosols – which are in fact one of the most effective extinguishing technologies available. All aerosols are effective in putting out fires. In that sense – and in that sense only - all are similar.
Beyond that, however, there are stark differences between aerosol generators and manufacturers associated with:
Effectiveness – amount of agent required
Particle sizes generated
Composition of Aerosol (gas particulate mixture)
Chemistry – beyond KNO3 base
By-products produced
Cleanliness
Toxicity
Quality – Materials and Methods of Manufacture
Design – Computer Aided Design, Fire Protection Experience
Service
Training, local, etc.
Certification
We feel that, on all these issues Stat-X is your best solution.

3. Fire Suppression Systems
Why Stat-X aerosol generators?
Proven Technology
Developed in the USA.
Manufactured in USA in ISO 9002 Facility.
Self-contained unit.
Consists of solid state charge and cooling blocks.
Non-pressurized until activation.
Upon activation, aerosol of ultra-fine particles ( 2 micron) is dispersed under pressure (~ 50 psi ).
Agent is:
- 5 times as effective as Halon.
- 10 times as effective as Halon Replacements.
Listed/Approved to UL 2127 Standard for Inert Gas Clean Agent Extinguishing System Units
Only unit currently produced that meets all requirements of NFPA Standard 2010

5. Aerosol Features Environmentally friendly - ODP= 0.
- No Global Warming Potential.
Safe for personnel at normal design parameters
Non-corrosive - Extensive tests run on a wide variety of structural and specialized materials used in electronics and aviation.
Safer than Halon 1301 or Halon replacement agents - no thermal breakdown in presence of fire.
Will not harm electronic equipment or magnetic media.
Significant installation and maintenance savings - does not require pressure vessels, manifolds, nozzles or pipe work.

6. Aerosol Features
Easy clean-up, can normally be quickly vented from the room.
Rugged, corrosion resistant construction – utilizes stainless steel for all critical elements.
Flexible - Available in sizes from 30gram through 2500gram.
Electrical, Thermal, and Manual activation options.
Suitable for a wide range of hazards.
Post fire downtime is minimal – merely replace discharged generator in existing bracket and re-connect wiring.
Ceiling Mounted - Does not occupy valuable floor space.
Transportable – easily reconfigured for changes in protected volume.
Long shelf life years.

7. Aerosol Features
Flow characteristics similar to gaseous agents. Remains suspended in air for extended period of time providing long hold times - up to 1 hour.
Suppression Mechanism:
Primary suppression mechanism is chemical interference with free radicals of flame.
Interrupts propagation of fire.
Secondary mechanisms include:
Dilution of of flammable medium with inert gases.
Cooling.
Results in very rapid suppression with a minimal amount of agent.
Weight and space reductions up to 90% over conventional systems.

8. Extinguishing Mechanism
Extinguishing Mechanism
THE FIRE TRIANGLE: REMOVE ANY ELEMENT = SUPPRESSION
CO2
INERGEN
ARGONITE
INERT GASES
OXYGEN
FIRE
FM 200
FE 25
ECARO
NOVAC
Stat-X HALON
FUEL
HEAT
Stat-X inhibits the ability of the fire to fuel itself through interaction with free radicals – O, OH, H.

9. Extinguishing Mechanism
“Fire propagation” radicals are essential elements in the propagation of the fire – OH, H, and O. Stat-X suppresses the fire (primarily) by chemical interference with these free radicals within the fire zone – thus interrupting the on-going fire reaction
Potassium radicals (K) are the main active component of Stat-X aerosol. They are very active and react with these “propagation radicals” – much like the bromine radicals do in Halons. The chemical reaction may be represented as follows, for example:
K + OH = KOH
KOH + H = K + H2O
K + OH, etc…
In addition, the flame propagation radicals recombine on the surface area of the ultra-fine aerosol particulate to further interfere with flame propagation:
O + H = OH
H + OH = H2O
As a result, Stat-X delivers extremely rapid suppression times.

10. Generator Overview Exit Ports Cooling Block Oxidation Block Charge
Actuator
Exit Ports
Oxidation Block
Charge
Patents granted in the United States, Canada, Germany, and Russia. Additional Patents are pending in these and other countries around the world.

11. Applications
Stat-X fire suppression systems have been tested and Listed to UL 2127 Standard for Inert Gas Clean Agent Extinguishing System Units. Due to their fast response time, low fire extinguishing concentration, and environmental safety, Stat-X fire suppression systems may be used in critical applications across a wide range of industries. Aerosol generators are currently protecting and are suitable for use in:
Typical Applications:
Telecommunications Flammable Liquid Storage
Data Processing Marine Engine Rooms
Process Control Rooms High Value Mobile Equipment
Power Plants Industrial Equipment
Turbine Enclosures Storage Vaults
Stat-X systems are not suitable for the following hazards; or, where the following materials may be present:
• Deep-seated Class A materials: (wood fiber, cotton, etc.)
• Electrical equipment operating at over 40,000V
• Metal Hydrides, Pyrophoric substances, and chemical substances which smolder and burn without air
• Metal powders ( magnesium, titanium, etc.)
• Environments rated Hazardous (explosive atmospheres)

12. Extinguishing Concentration Comparison: Class B
700
700
Carbon Dioxide
600
Grams / m3
Agents
500
500
Halon
Replacements
400
Halon 1301
300
250
200
Stat-X
100 50

13. Typical Installation Mobile Telephone Base Station

14. Toxicology Stat-X Aerosol Physical Properties Average 100 gram/m3 *Tests Conducted by Accredited/Certified Laboratory in the United States Time weighted Average Comparison to Automobile Airbag Emission Standard & NIOSH Standard
Gas Products:
(ppm)
NO2 NO
NOX = NO+NO2 CO
CO2
NH3
Solid Particulate:
K2CO3
KHCO3
KNO2
Other Potassium Compounds
NH4HCO3
pH in solution = 8.6
Particle Size Distribution:
<1 m
<2 m
<5 m
>5 m
Operating & Storage Conditions:
Humidity
Temperature
Shelf Life
Stat-X
15 minute TWA
1.08
0.97
2.05
84.20
756.00
58.30
Auto Air Bag
Emission Std
20 minute TWA
9.90
50.10
60.00
445.00
40,000.00
151.50
NIOSH
IDLH
20.00
100.00
120.00
1,200.00
40,000.00
300.00
Percent
55.2%
8.2%
7.9%
5.5%
23.2% 3%
78%
97%
+35°C
-54°C to +54°C
10 Years+

15. Competitive Comparison Aerosol Generators
Background:
Aerosol technology originated with Soyuz as an offshoot of propellant development for the Russian space program. First units exported from Russia were Pyrogen units sold into Australia. Basic formula has changed little over the past 10 –12 years and is approximately:
KNO % Plasticised Nitrocellulose 22.4%
Carbon %
Additives %
This formula is the basis for the following products being marketed through out the world:
Company/Product Produced In
       Pyrogen Russia/Malaysia
       Fire Pro/Cellanova* Russia/Cyprus
       Dynamit Nobel (Soyuz Lic.) Germany
       Spectrex (Soyuz Lic.) Israel
       Ansul/Micro-K (Spectrex Lic.) U.S.A
*Hybrid

16. Competitive Comparison Aerosol Generators
These “Soyuz” type units are characterized by some or all of the following:   
High levels of toxic gases produced – NOX, CO, HCN, H2S
      Potential corrosion issues
    High heat output (compound burns at 1800°C °C
      Larger particle sizes (less effective, not clean)
      Less actual aerosol discharged (e.g. only 40% - 50%)
      Produces 40% particulate, 60% gas (less effective)
    Chemical coolants (negative chemical interaction with aerosol)
Cheap or inconsistent production methods (use of lower quality chemicals and materials)

17. Competitive Comparison Aerosol Generators
Stat-X was developed to deal with the negative aspects of the earlier generation products – with a focus on improved extinguishing performance, reducing heat generated, decreasing particle size, and minimizing the production of toxic gas by-products. Fundamental change in formulation and methods of manufacture:
KNO % Dicyandiamide 16.5%
Organic Resin %
By contrast Stat-X :
      Burns at 1200°C (much cooler)
       Uses reagent grade chemicals – 99.5% + Pure (consistent)
       Ultra-fine mean average particle size µm (clean, effective)
Discharges 75% -85% of starting mass (efficient)
       Produces 70% aerosol, 30% gas (effective suppression)
       Hermetically sealed (stable over time – no moisture entry)
Physical Coolant (no negative chemical interaction with aerosol
       Very “cool” average maximum exit temp at 24 inches = < 75°C

18. Competitive Comparison Gas Suppression Systems
FM 200
Ø    Most widely accepted, major competition in USA
Ø    Minor Global Warming issues – 36.5 Atmospheric Lifetime
Ø    10 times less effective than Stat-X
Ø    Suppresses by “cooling”
Ø    Requires 30% more floor space than Halon
Ø    Less effective on Class B fires – 15% more than Class A
Ø    Costly after discharge – Agent + valve re-build ($300/valve)
INERGEN
Ø    Nitrogen/Argon/Carbon Dioxide Mixture
Ø    Lowers Oxygen content
Ø    10 times + less effective than Stat-X
Ø    No GWP, 0 = ODP
Ø    Requires huge amounts of floor-space
Ø    Very expensive hardware – 2200 psi
Ø    Special venting required
Ø    Difficult to refill. Need exact proportions
Ø    Costly valve rebuild after discharge – ($700/tank valve)

19. Competitive Comparison Gas Suppression Systems
FE 25
Ø    HFC-125
Ø    Fike selling as “ECARO”
Ø    14 times less effective than Stat-X
Ø    Suppresses by “cooling”
Ø    Used historically in unoccupied areas
Ø    DuPont literature has stated “not suitable for occupied”
Ø    Some questions on suitability in occupied areas
Ø    Costly after discharge – Agent +valve re-build ($300)
NOVEC 1230
Ø    Perfluoroketone
Ø    10 times + less effective than Stat-X
Ø    Low GWP, 0 = ODP
Ø    Very new – little track record
Ø    Some toxicity issues unresolved
Ø    15% - 20% more expensive than FM 200
FIRETRACE
Ø    Protects only cabinet space
Ø    Costly – More expensive to protect cabinet only than Stat-X for total room protection.

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11503 K-Tel Drive
Minnetonka, Minnesota USA