Fire blanket for forklift trucks

Lithium battery fire: how to extinguish it effectively?

1. Why can lithium batteries catch fire?

   • They have a high energy density and are found in many devices (smartphones, electric vehicles, bikes, scooters, etc.).
   • Lithium is a highly reactive metal: a short circuit or an overcharge causes overheating that can lead to ignition.

2. The fire blanket: the fastest solution

   • Immediate smothering: It deprives the fire of oxygen and limits its spread.
   • Optimal protection: Blocks flames, smoke and toxic fumes, ensuring the safety of people and the environment.

3. Fire blanket for industry

   • Fire containment: Within seconds, the industrial fire blanket contains flames, smoke and harmful gases.
   • Suitable for a variety of equipment: Forklift trucks, pallet trucks, small vehicles and machine tools.
   • Resistance to extreme temperatures:
     • Short term: ± 1,600°C
     • Medium term: ± 800°C

4. How do you use it?

   • Take the blanket out of its protective bag.
   • Cover the burning battery, vehicle or device completely.
   • Make sure there are no gaps that let air through, and leave it in place until the fire brigade arrives.

5. Technical specifications 

   • Features:  Single use
   • Weight:  30 kg
   • Dimensions:  W.700 x H.700 cm

The Bridgehill fire blanket for lithium batteries and industrial equipment offers a fast, reliable and easy-to-deploy solution, to protect you better and limit damage in the event of a fire.