Storage Tank Firefighting

Calming Fears. Easing Minds. Protecting Environment. Saving Lives.

FoamFatale® is an automatic storage tank firefighting technology designed to extinguish extreme fires in huge tanks within two minutes, whatever the tank size.

WHY CHOOSE FOAMFATALE Storage Tank Firefighting

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Storage tank firefighting has undoubtedly always been a challenge. Although approved by many authorities and certified by many international institutions, the storage tank firefighting technologies used so far can hardly extinguish large storage tank fires. The reason is simple. First, they generally cannot provide the necessary foam intensity due to physical performance limitations. Therefore, in the event of a very intense fire, the foam will likely be destroyed faster than the supply arrives. As a result, they cannot form a closed foam blanket to cut off the fire from oxygen. To overcome these limitations, there is – so far – no generally applicable, tangible solution. In summary: although everyone recognizes the importance of disaster prevention, the technology approved and used to date has not yet met these requirements.

The different operating principles of the FoamFatale storage tank firefighting system allow it to provide ALL the foam intensities required, making it technologically highly competitive with the currently widely used firefighting alternatives.

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storage tank firefighting DEMONSTRATION

WE IGNITED A STORAGE TANK

To demonstrate the power of FoamFatale storage tank firefighting, we ignited a 500 m² storage tank. In addition, we let the fire burn for 30 seconds to be more convincing. After this pre-burning period, we released the foam that put out the fire in 40 seconds.

storage tank firefighting demonstration

storage tank on fire

storage tank firefighting demonstration

almost extinguished

storage tank firefighting demonstration

the end

Hell's fire

WE WILL IGNITE A STORAGE TANK

We are staging the world’s biggest firefighting demonstration to convince everyone how true what we say is. See the demonstration in person, live on-site, and even be our VIP guest!

Will FoamFatale extinguish Hell’s fire in two minutes?

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storage tank firefighting: the Hell's fire project
We build a 100 m diameter storage tank ...
storage tank firefighting: the Hell's fire project
... we fill the storage tank with flammable oil product ...
storage tank firefighting: Hell's fire project
... and we will set it on fire.

No mercy for the fire: the fatal foam ends it!

About the brand name

The brand name of the technology is a play on words, derived from the word “Femme Fatale”. The term originates from the French phrase femme fatale, which means ‘deadly woman’ or ‘lethal woman’. A femme fatale, such as Mata Hari, is a seductive woman whom men cannot resist, and few escape unharmed. FoamFatale is the same for fire: irresistible, and deadly. Above all, the name FoamFatale® refers to the main feature of the technology. The irresistible extinguishing foam puts out fires with ferocity. No mercy for fire.

Femme fatale, the inspiration for the FoamFatale name

The fire has no chance of survival

TESTIMONIALS

What Clients Say About Us

Venacio Flores
Venacio Flores CTO, Saudi Arabian Chevron, Kuwait

"Why did we choose FoamFatale to protect our large tank farm? The answer is simple: FoamFatale is the only storage tank fire suppression system that can extinguish large storage tank fires. That's why we couldn't have chosen any other when upgrading our fire protection system. In addition, our decision was backed up by the approval of Chevron's Houston headquarters."

Janos Kovacs
Janos Kovacs CEO, Oiltanking, Hungary

"We have a FoamFatale system to protect our gasoline storage tank, and thanks to the outstanding features of this firefighting technology, we feel entirely safe. Our site is close to residential areas. So, immediate reaction and quick extinguishing are essential. We are always assured of its functionality, thanks to regular maintenance and inspections. I don't worry about the fire safety of my site."

Hans Regenkurt
Hans Regenkurt GM, Wintershall, Libya

"FoamFatale is the only way to protect the tank farm in the desert, under particular conditions. For instance, it works without a water supply, is automatic, and does not need a workforce: these features are essential. Above all, the immediate and overwhelming response means we can always keep our plants safe. In conclusion, I recommend FoamFatale to all responsible decision-makers."

Lightning sparks fire at Explorer Pipeline tank farm in Glenpool, Oklahoma; foam used on three tanks

Fire at Kavkazskaya oil depot in southern Russia burns for five days

Fire at Feodosia oil terminal in Crimea burns for about five days

storage tank firefighting

Latest News & Stories

A storage tank fire can have catastrophic consequences, causing loss of life, destruction of property, and environmental damage. As a result, they can also lead to disruptions in supply chains and severe economic impacts. The causes of storage tank fires can vary from human error to equipment failure and natural disasters. Preventive measures such as proper maintenance, training, and monitoring systems can help reduce the risks. In the event of a storage tank fire, rapid response and appropriate equipment should be used, and effective communication with authorities and nearby communities is critical to managing the situation.

A fast, automatic system could have kept many of these fires small.