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FireBull AB, a next-generation fluorine-free firefighting foam developed by Enforcer One and distributed in the region by Frontline Innovations, has been officially certified to the NTA 8133 lithium-ion battery fire standard, making it the first and only foam product globally to meet this demanding benchmark.
Through independent testing, FireBull AB was proven to extinguish lithium-ion battery fires within 16 to 20 seconds, with no reignition for over 20 minutes – a major leap forward in safety for sectors including EV infrastructure, battery logistics, energy storage, warehousing, and marine operations.
“This certification confirms that lithium-ion battery fires can now be suppressed safely, rapidly, and without environmental compromise and sets a new global standard for safety, compliance, and environmental responsibility.” – John Kneller, Director Frontline Innovations.
FireBull AB is the only fluorine-free firefighting foam approved by the UAE Civil Defence and is completely PFAS/PFOS-free, eliminating harmful fluorinated chemicals linked to global environmental litigation and ESG liabilities. The solution is effective from just 0.25% concentration, and rated for Class A, B, D, and K fires – offering broad utility across multiple sectors.
FireBull AB is compatible with all existing fire suppression systems, offering immediate integration without the need for system upgrades or replacements.
For Rapid response, it can be deployed through Enforcer One’s portable CAFS units, including the Enforcer Air 3, a compact personal system that can be worn on the back or carried by hand. For larger mobile applications, the Enforcer 10, 30, and 60 systems can be mounted on vehicles, trucks or ATVs -making FireBull AB an ideal solution for remote sites, forecourts, and dynamic industrial environments where seconds count.
With lithium-ion battery fires increasing in frequency and severity, the certification has direct implications for insurance risk evaluation, regulatory compliance, and legal liability. Use of uncertified or outdated fire systems in battery-rich environments could affect insurance claims and expose organisations to reputational and legal consequences.
Frontline Innovations encourages all operators handling or storing lithium-ion batteries to assess their current fire suppression infrastructure in light of this new benchmark.
A regional demonstration of FireBull AB in action will take place soon, offering organisations the opportunity to witness certified lithium-ion fire suppression first-hand and understand its operational advantages.