{"id":2394,"date":"2022-04-15T15:48:03","date_gmt":"2022-04-15T20:48:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jonsmidamerica.com\/?p=2394"},"modified":"2022-04-15T15:48:03","modified_gmt":"2022-04-15T20:48:03","slug":"how-to-choose-the-right-foam-system-for-your-fire-apparatus","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jonsmidamerica.com\/how-to-choose-the-right-foam-system-for-your-fire-apparatus\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Choose The Right Foam System for Your Fire Apparatus"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Having the right foam systems for your fire apparatus is essential to your department\u2019s ability to do its job in protecting your community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re upgrading an existing apparatus or deciding on specifications for a new fire truck, it is important to understand the different foam systems for fire fighting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To help you out, Jon\u2019s Mid America<\/a> can highlight some important things to keep in mind when you\u2019re selecting a foam system for your apparatus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Is a Foam System Important?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Foam is a valuable firefighting tool that can assist in putting out dangerous fires. It can help in situations where water alone is not enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To use foam, your department\u2019s fire apparatus needs to be equipped with a foam system. And different systems work with different foams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Class A vs Class B Foam<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are two main types of foam, Class A foam, and Class B foam. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Class A foam is used for fires burning on structures made of wood or forest fires<\/a> burning on brush. Class A foam assists firefighters in extinguishing fires on these materials and is typically not considered harmful to the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Class B foam is used on fires burning on chemicals like alcohol, gasoline, oil, or other potentially flammable liquids. Class B foam typically requires a special clean-up after use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Foam System<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Several factors are important to think about when choosing a new foam system for your fire apparatus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Types of Hazards You\u2019re Responding To<\/h3>\n\n\n\n