Notices and technical documents
Fire blanket for forklift
Lithium battery fire: How to extinguish it effectively?
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Why do lithium batteries catch fire?
- They have a high energy density and are present in many devices (smartphones, electric vehicles, bicycles, scooters, etc.).
- Lithium is a highly reactive metal: a short-circuit or overload causes overheating that can lead to ignition.
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Fire blankets: the quickest solution
- Immediate suffocation it deprives the fire of oxygen and limits its spread.
- Optimum protection blocks flames, smoke and toxic vapours, guaranteeing the safety of people and the environment.
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Fire blankets for industry
- Fire insulation in just a few seconds, the industrial fire blanket confines flames, smoke and harmful gases.
- Suitable for a wide range of equipment forklifts, pallet trucks, small vehicles and machine tools.
- Resistance to extreme temperatures :
- Short-term: ± 1,600°C
- Medium-term: ± 800°C
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How do I use it?
- Remove the blanket from its protective bag.
- Completely cover the burning battery, vehicle or appliance.
- Make sure there are no air gaps, and leave it in place until the fire department arrives.
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Technical data
- Special features: Single use
- Weight: 30 kg
- Dimensions: W.700 x H.700 cm
Visit bridgehill fire blanket for lithium batteries and industrial equipment offers a fast, reliable and easy-to-deploy solution to protect you and limit damage in the event of fire.
- Reference : 016745