Stat-X

Stat-X Aerosol Fire Suppression

 

For safety professionals who need effective and economical special hazard fire protection, Stat-X aerosol technology delivers up to 35% savings in equipment and lifecycle costs compared to traditional systems. This is due to lower initial expense plus minimal ongoing service costs:

 

No distribution piping, manifold, or nozzles

No floor space requirement or shoring up for weight

No special handling for compressed gas cylinders

No venting or ceiling tile clips for discharge forces

No solenoid actuators, control heads, or hoses

No water drains or pipe freeze protection

No system pressurization or room integrity tests

 

How it Works

 

Stat-X devices are termed condensed aerosol agent generators because they generate an ultra-fine suspension of highly ionized potassium fire-fighting particles upon actuation. The key elements in the generation process are:

 

Device is sealed and stable until actuated

Actuator at top energizes proprietary compound, creating aerosol agent by exothermic oxidation

Build-up of ultra-fine particles and nitrogen gas breaks membrane seal and exits through ports

Discharge fills protected area with a soft suspension of Stat-X agent without “super-pressurizing” space

Potassium ions combine with fragments of combustion, inhibiting the fire chain reaction

Agent particles also absorb heat from the fire and form inert gases upon decomposition

Minute Stat-X agent particles (≤2 µm) remain in suspension afterwards, helping check re-ignition

Post-fire area can be easily vented, with no harmful byproducts generated

The superior effectiveness of condensed aerosols is due to a unique set of characteristics unmatched by other special hazard agents. This is why it is by far the most efficient fire suppression agent by weight.

 

Stat-X First Responder

 

The Stat-X compound is the most effective fire extinguishing agent currently available – many times more effective than conventional agents by mass. The Stat-X First Responder contains the same compound used in our UL and ULC listed fixed fire extinguishing units. The Stat-X First Responder works by interrupting the chain reaction of the fire. Potassium radicals are the main active component of the Stat-X aerosol. These potassium radicals react with the free radicals of the flame, which results in suppression. Stat-X does not deplete the oxygen level nor does it deplete the ozone layer or contribute to global warming!

 

When would Stat-X be used?

 

Military/Special Ops

Rescue Application

 

Energy Company Employee

 

Scenario A: The worst case – fire erupts in a manhole with worker stuck in the manhole and either incapacitated or unable to escape though the flames. Co-worker immediately deploys Stat-X First Responder and tosses it into the manhole away from the trapped worker. It will suppress/extinguish the fire, buying valuable time for evacuation or power shutdown.

 

Scenario B: Underground transformer fire, or any below grade enclosed space fire. Just twist and pull the ring, toss Stat-X First Responder in. It will suppress/extinguish the fire, buying valuable time for evacuation or power shutdown.

 

Fire Fighter

 

Scenario A: Firefighter arrives at the scene of an early stage fire. After evacuating people and before additional resources arrive at the scene, toss a Stat-X First Responder into the rooms which are involved with the fire. This will buy time for further rescue and for firefighters to lay hose.

 

Scenario B: Firefighters are concerned about potential flashover from a fire down a hall and water isn’t available yet. Toss a Stat-X First Responder ahead of the firefighters to eliminate many of the contributing factors of a flashover.

 

Scenario C: A firefighter is trapped or can’t get to a victim due to an intense area of fire. Toss a Stat-X First Responder into the flame area for immediate fire suppression.

 

Police

 

Scenario A: Police arrive at a vehicle fire as a result of an accident. There are occupants trapped in the burning vehicle and the fire department has not yet arrived. Break a window, toss the Stat-X First Responder into the vehicle to knock down the fire and remove the occupants.

 

Scenario B: SWAT arrives on site and must deploy “flash bangers” into an area to stun criminals. These flash bangers often ignite combustibles. Toss a Stat-X First Responder into the flame area for immediate fire suppression for entry or to suppress fire while awaiting the arrival of the fire department.

 

Scenario C: Police arrive on the site of a structure (house) fire, in advance of the fire department. Occupants can be seen or heard in the fire area. Deploy the Stat-X First Responder to possibly attempt rescue, or at least suppress and hold the fire in check until the fire department arrives.