How our fire retardants work and guide for product uses at Flames Gone

How Our Fire Retardants Work

For a fire to occur, three elements represented by the "Fire Triangle" have to come together: heat, fuel and oxygen. Remove any one of these elements and the fire will not be able to sustain itself.

Delta Pacific products remove not just one but two out of 3 elements of the fire triangle providing more effective results in stopping fire or retarding fire growth. As heat is applied to a treated surface carbon dioxide and nitrogen outgas from surface which keeps oxygen away from the fuel source. A carbon char starts forming, presenting a non combustible obstacle to the face of the fire. As more heat is applied, more carbon char develops. This enhances the development of an insulating airspace between the fuel and the carbon char. It increases the distance between the fuel and the heat source which is attempting to oxidize or burn the fuel. It also traps up to 50% of the toxic gases emitted from the combustible surface behind the carbon char. This reduces toxic gas levels and buys more time to escape.

General Guide Lines for Use

Do not mix with other products
Shake or mix well before using
Do not allow to freeze
Do not scrape or remove excess product
Do not lay to dry, this may cause absorption by other surfaces
Will not affect recyclability of material
Only store in original container
Pretest for applicability and color fastness
Surface must be clean and dry before application begins
Clean equipment with soap and water
Do not expose treated areas to moisture for 24 hours

Safety Guide Lines

Use in well-ventilated area
It is good practice to wear gloves and painters masks when spraying any liquid material
It is recommended to wash exposed skin thoroughly
Use approved safety devices (ropes, belts, ridge hooks, ladders, etc.)
Do not step on wet treated areas, surface may be slippery until dry