Rotaflow Fire & Utility specialises in protecting industrial sites with sophisticated foam fire suppression systems for high risk situations including oil & gas installations, chemical industries, aircraft and fuel storage regions. With decades of experience in the industry, Rotaflow provides personalised, high-performing fire protection solutions that fulfil NFPA 16, UL/FM and industry-specific safety standards, while helping facilities reduce risk and ensure operational continuity.
Rotaflow delivers engineered foam suppression solutions, superior proportioning technology, installation, maintenance and compliance support for facilities handling flammable liquids and hazardous fire threats.
AFFF (Aqueous Film-Forming Foam) systems are designed to suppress hydrocarbon fuel fires by applying a foam blanket that rapidly suppresses the flames and helps to prevent re-ignition. These systems are often employed in fuel storage facilities, aircraft operations, loading terminals and industrial processing areas where fast fire suppression is essential.
Alcohol-Resistant AFFF (AR-AFFF) systems offer an extra layer of protection for facilities that process polar solvents, ethanol, acetone and other alcohol-based fuels. The particular foam formula forms a protective layer on the surface of the fuel, helping to maintain good suppression under difficult industrial conditions.
High-expansion foam systems are designed for usage in large, enclosed spaces such as aircraft hangars, warehouses, tunnels and storage facilities. These devices assist in the suppression of fire while minimising the growth of flames and any harm to assets and operations by the quick fill of the protected area with foam.
Rotaflow is an authorised distributor for FireDos and Ansul products. Rotaflow produces sophisticated foam proportioning devices that accurately blend foam concentrate and water. Accurate proportioning means consistent foam quality, reliable system performance and compliance with applicable fire protection criteria.
Rotaflow performs foam suppression system upgrades, including replacement of foam proportioners, pumps, controllers, valves, instrumentation, piping modifications, and system commissioning. Upgrade services help facilities improve reliability, maintain compliance, and address changing operational requirements.
Routine inspections, testing, maintenance and compliance assessments assist ensure foam suppression systems are working when needed. Rotaflow provides continuing service programs, performance testing, system recharge and maintenance support to assist facilities with maintaining readiness and regulatory compliance.
Rotaflow provides complete foam suppression solutions, including system design and installation, as well as testing, maintenance and continuing support.
Engineered foam suppression systems are designed to NFPA regulations and dangers particular to the building.
Foam proportioning equipment, pipework, controls and suppression components are installed by professionals.
System testing demonstrates foam discharge performance, equipment operation and regulatory compliance.
Fire danger, fuel hazards and facility needs are assessed to select the correct foam solution.
Routine inspections, testing and service help to assure long-term reliability and system readiness.
The facility needs change. Upgrades, technical support and troubleshooting help keep protection current.
Rotaflow combines industry experience, reliable technology and specialised foam suppression expertise to assist facilities manage high-risk fire hazards.
Custom foam suppression technologies are designed to reduce facility hazards and risks.
FireDos and Ansul provide consistent foam proportioning and suppression efficacy.
Proven ability in protecting fuel, aviation, chemical and industrial activities.
A foam suppression system works by mixing foam concentrate with water and applying the solution through sprinklers, nozzles, or monitors. The foam blanket suppresses flames, cuts off oxygen, and prevents re-ignition, making it effective for liquid and fuel fires.
Routine maintenance is essential to keep the system functional. NFPA recommends quarterly, semi-annual, and annual inspections. Rotaflow team offers comprehensive service plans to ensure compliance and performance.
AFFF (Aqueous Film-Forming Foam) concentration is based on fluorinated surfactants and stabilisers that form an aqueous film useful for hydrocarbon fuel fires. AFFF is commonly diluted into 1%, 3% or 6% solutions. Alcohol-resistant foam concentrate is specifically designed for water-soluble fuels and polar solvents that would destroy standard AFFF or FFFP foam. The selection is not just a matter of performance level, but whether the fuel itself is compatible with the standard foam chemistry at all.
NFPA 11 defines expansion as the ratio of final foam volume to initial foam solution volume. Medium and high expansion foam concentrates are designed to expand from 20:1 to about 1000:1. Aspirator type foam generators generally top out around 250:1. So the equipment you use, not just the concentrate, has a direct bearing on the expansion ratio your system can actually achieve.
For deluge and spray-type foam-water systems (or across the design area for wet, dry, and preaction foam-water systems), NFPA 16 requires the foam solution to be designed to discharge for a minimum of 10 min over the whole protected system area.If the actual discharge exceeds the minimum design density, a corresponding reduction in duration is allowed. However, duration shall not be lowered to less than 7 minutes for any excess flow.
NFPA 16 demands that the proportioning system be able to fulfil the actual calculated system discharge demand at the right concentration – meaning the system must be capable of maintaining the proper mixing under actual operational flow rates and pressures and not simply under ideal test-bench conditions. This is important because proportioning inconsistently at genuine system demand can result in foam that is not strong enough to reduce the hazard or unnecessary waste of concentrate.
Low-expansion foam is normally used directly on the surface of a fuel to provide a foam blanket for spill or pool fires. Medium- and high-expansion foams, however, are meant to fill much larger volumes rapidly (their higher expansion ratios mean much greater foam volume per unit of solution), which is why they are chosen for applications where rapid flooding of an enclosed or large open area is more important than precision on the surface blanket.
Our specialized solutions for refineries, petrochemical plants, and LNG facilities are designed to meet the highest safety standards, ensuring full compliance with industry regulations and best practices. With a commitment to innovation and strict adherence to NFPA, UL/FM, and other regulatory requirements, Rotaflow helps businesses stay protected, compliant, and prepared for any fire emergency.
Our specialized solutions for refineries, petrochemical plants, and LNG facilities are designed to meet the highest safety standards, ensuring full compliance with industry regulations and best practices. With a commitment to innovation and strict adherence to NFPA, UL/FM, and other regulatory requirements, Rotaflow helps businesses stay protected, compliant, and prepared for any fire emergency.
AFFF (Aqueous Film-Forming Foam) Systems:
AFFF is a widely used foam agent that forms a thin aqueous film on the fuel surface, preventing re-ignition. It is ideal for airports, fuel storage, and chemical plants.
AR-AFFF (Alcohol-Resistant AFFF) Systems:
Designed for environments where polar solvent fires are a concern, AR-AFFF provides enhanced protection for ethanol, acetone, and other alcohol-based fuels.
High Expansion Foam Systems:
These systems are effective for large enclosed spaces such as warehouses, aircraft hangars, and tunnels, filling the space with foam to rapidly suppress fires.
At Rotaflow, we provide expertly designed and technologically advanced foam fire suppression systems to ensure maximum protection for your facility. Our commitment to safety, innovation, and quality makes us a trusted partner in fire protection.
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