Cutting and Fire Suppression System

z Safe and Rapid External Fire Attack

z Compact and Light - Modular Design
z Latest Digital Controls and Interface
z Hard Wired and Digital Lance Control
z Rugged, Stainless Steel Construction
z Low Water Use and Minimal Maintenance

What is CoolFire? The CoolFire system uses very little

water compared to conventional
CoolFire is the most rugged, simple
firefighting methods by producing
to operate and advanced cutting
the optimum size of droplets to
and fire suppression system in the
achieve the maximum heat transfer
world. It has been developed to
per litre of water.
considerably improve firefighters’
safety by allowing them to attack fires This significantly reduces both
and effect rapid gas cooling from the collateral damage and the amount
outside of a compartment to create a of water needed to be carried – and
safer environment prior to entry. The thus the size of vehicle.
use of CoolFire minimises the levels Some fires can be suppressed using
of exposure to heat and smoke and as little as 50 lt of water.
reduces significantly the potential for
backdraft or flashover.

How Does CoolFire Work?

CoolFire uses two stage technology
to access and control fires safely,
efficiently and incredibly rapidly.
The system comprises a 300 bar
high pressure water pump, an
advanced, digitally controlled plug
and play Command Module, a high
pressure water hose / umbilical and
an ergonomically designed triple
action lance.
The high pressure pump can be
powered by a vehicle Power Take Off
(PTO) by petrol or diesel engines.
Step 1: Penetrating Phase
With the lance firmly placed against
the external surface, and with the
unique safety interlock in the lance
butt depressed, the lance operator
pulls both the ‘water’ and ‘abrasive’
triggers. These commands are sent
back to the Command Module
electrically, via the hose / umbilical.
The ‘water’ command activates the
high pressure water supply, whilst
the ‘abrasive’ command opens a
valve in the command module
allowing abrasive to be added to the
flow.
The water / abrasive mix then
travels to the lance and penetration
commences.
The operation is such that the user
will know immediately the surface
has been penetrated and can then
release the abrasive trigger.

Step 2: Misting Phase

The misting phase takes place after
the penetration phase culminating
in the water jet entering the
compartment at ultra-high velocity.
Once through, the jet expands and
breaks up to form a plume of water
droplets averaging 100 microns
diameter. The droplets travel as far as
30m with high levels of turbulence,
ensuring optimum water droplet
and fire gas mixing.
Through heat transfer the water
droplets quickly cool the
compartment, condensing out fire
gasses. The misting phase is only
1-1.5 minutes, after which it is
deemed safe to enter the
compartment.
CoolFire Components Command Module These cylinders are prefilled.
Therefore switching to a fresh supply
The CoolFire system comprises
of abrasive takes under 20 seconds
- an ergonomically designed dual with no tools required.
action lance
The hinged front door is fitted with an
- a high pressure hose with integrated ultra- durable ‘CAN’ Digital Controller.
control wires This has a series of simple, easy to read
- a Digital Command Module. displays. The Digital Controller is used
to control and monitor all aspects of
Lance CoolFire’s operation including water,
abrasive and fuel levels, plus engine
operation (on skid systems), PTO
engage / disengage and system test.
It is in constant communication with
the lance (plus engines or vehicle) to
ensure system integrity.
The Digital Controller is normally
mounted on the front of the
The ‘smart’ lance is the delivery end The Digitally Controlled Command Command Module, but can be
of the system. It has been designed Module is the core of the system. mounted elsewhere if required.
for optimum safety, comfort and ease Located on the vehicle or skid, it Alternatively CoolFire can be
of use. It comprises an ergonomically contains the electrical system controlled via CANbus from the main
designed, ultra-tough body shell, controls, as well as a highly efficient, (high flow) pump panel (where fitted)
which contains the primary yet simple, fluid system, which using the CoolFire software pack.
(interchangeable) section of barrel, supplies either plain water or The Command Module is IP67 and
triggers and indicator light. The lance adds abrasive to the water when manufactured to military standards
is in constant communication with commanded by the Lance. of toughness using stainless steel or
the Command Module. A flashing other non- corroding components
The front of the Command Module
LED light indicates that the lance is throughout.
hinges open and inside is a quick
connected. The light turns solid when
change, front loading, abrasive
the lance is switched to ‘Live’ . There
cylinder which provides up to 5
is also a position for a spare function
minutes piercing time.
button (e.g. Foam).
The lance barrel features a quick
release mechanism to allow fast
interchangeability with longer or
shorter barrels.
The lance commands are sent
electrically from the ‘water’ and
‘abrasive’ triggers which are
connected to a safety interlock in the
butt/shoulder piece.
All metal components are stainless
steel and the electrical system is to
IP67. The Lance connects to the Hose
/ Umbilical via quick release fittings
for easy and fast disconnection and
reconnection.
Abrasive Refill Cylinder The new, full bottle is guided on World Leading Design and
self-centering pins, locked in place Manufacture
and the door closed. CoolFire is now
CoolFire is the result of advanced
back up, running and ready to go
design developed by Angus Fires’
with another full supply (of up to
engineers working with firefighters
5 minutes) abrasive – all in only 20
globally to give users a product that
seconds .
meets their needs and exceeds their
Hose and Reel expectations.

CoolFire uses a unique ‘cartridge’

system to hold and supply the
‘Garnet’ abrasive. The cartridge is a
lightweight composite cylinder which The CoolFire’s communications
is prefilled with abrasive by the user between the Command Module
in a clean, stress free, environment. and ‘smart’ lance are ultra-safe and
CoolFire is supplied with a minimum reliable as they are sent by ‘hard wire’
of 2 cylinders. One in the Command rather than radio. To do this CoolFire
Module and another one (or more) to uses a unique and proprietary 25mm
be carried with the system. diameter umbilical - a fully formed
When the Control Panel indicates combination of high pressure water
that abrasive is low, the door of the hose and command wires encased by
Command Module is opened, the a bonded, heavy duty, outer layer of CoolFire systems are manufactured
empty cylinder disconnected using 25mm diameter. The Hose/Umbilical by highly experienced engineers
a large, hand tight, screw and slid can be used while still on the reel using top quality materials, primarily
straight out. and has stainless steel quick release stainless steel. The high pressure
connections at either end to allow system components are 100%
additional sections to be added for inspected and tested before use.
greater length.
CoolFire systems are 3D CAD
The Hose / Umbilical is supplied in designed, assembled and rigorously
40m or 80m lengths. These can be tested - all in house at Angus Fire’s
extended by adding further lengths production facility in Bentham, North
for long distance deployments. Yorkshire, in the United Kingdom.
The Reel can be supplied with
manual, electric or pneumatic rewind
and can be also be made of stainless
steel if required. The Reel is fitted with
a slip ring and swivel for connection
to the Command Module.
Performance
CoolFire pierces a small diameter hole, typically less than 5mm, in construction
materials using a combination of high pressure water and cutting abrasive
delivered at 300 bar pressure.

Typical Cutting Times

Fires can generate temperatures
3 seconds in excess of 600°C. The use of high
pressure water mist produces a rapid
WOOD
reduction in temperature to less than
10 seconds 100°C after a short period of time
enabling safer access to the fire zone
HOUSE BRICK
by firefighting personnel.
15 seconds

STEEL PLATE 7mm

20 seconds

CONCRETE BLOCK 100mm

55 seconds

CAVITY WALL
75mm high density brick + 75mm insulation + 100mm concrete block

Droplet Sizes Temperature Drop

The chart below shows the droplet size distribution at 300 bar, 56lpm using a The graph below shows a test during
2.3mm nozzle, with an average droplet size of 60 microns. which a slow burning wood fire reaches
a temperature of over 600°C. When
Diameter Number Frequencies
CoolFire is applied, within less than 30
5 seconds the temperature falls to 100°C.
90% CoolFire 56lpm Compartment
4
Cooling
CoolFire 56lpm Compartment Cooling
A B C
700°C

Piercing Penetration
600°C
% of Total Particles

3
500°C
50%
400°C
2
300°C

200°C
1
Sub 100°C
100°C
10%
0°C
0 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50
Time - Seconds
50 100 500 1000 5000
Temperature Drop
Particle Diameter (µm)
A - Piercing Commences
B - Piercing Complete - Cooling Commences
C - Cooling Complete
Technical Data

Product Specification
Command Module (Excluding Abrasive Cartridge Cylinder)
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Dimensions (LxWxH) 520 x 320 x 560 mm
Weight 40 kg
Abrasive Cartridge Cylinder Light weight carbon composite, PET liner
Capacity 4.7 litre
Abrasive Running Time 5 mins
Weight (Empty / Full) 4.75 / 15.9kg full
Hose and Reel (Manual, Pneumatic, Electric Options)
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Hose / Umbilical Length 80m standard
Diameter 25.1 mm
Weight 111 kg
Reel (LxWxH) 610 x 640 x 622 mm
Communications 5 Core Umbilical
Standard reel is a manual rewind. Pneumatic and electric are available.
6 pole slip rings for trigger control on the Lance
Control Trigger on Lance Electrically operated 1 x water, 1 x abrasive
1 x safety interlock built into butt

Lance
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Length 1031mm
Weight 7.8 kg

System Options

56lpm Skid 28lpm Skid 56lpm PTO

Water Flow Rate 56 lpm 28 lpm 56 lpm
Water Pressure 300 bar 300 bar 300 bar
Power Take Off N/A N/A 35 kw @ 1450 Nm
Dimensions (LxWxH) 1500 x 1195 x 1297 mm 1100 x 1000 x 1470 mm N/A
Weight (Dry / Wet) 630 kg / 1000 kg 420 kg / 670 kg N/A
Water Tank Capacity 300 lt 200 lt N/A
COOLFIRE Benefit
Safety:
Safety Interlock The safety interlock against the shoulder enables the user to operate the lance only in the
correct position. Should the user slip or drop the lance, the power will cut off and protect
the user from a pressure jet.
Automatic Pressure Control The Digital Controller can be programmed to control pump speed to ensure that the
pressure at the HP Pump or Reel never exceed the safe working pressure.
Lance and Hose not pressurised The CoolFire System (Lance, Hose and Command module) are only pressurised when the
when not in use water trigger is pulled. The entire system depressurises when the water trigger is released.
In case of a failure, safety interlocks automatically cut the system off.
Hardwired with Digital Hardwired digital communication increases safety and reliability and offers a far better user
Communications and a ‘smart’ interface. It allows the system to be used at long range or underground and enables the
Lance lance to be ‘smart’ and to be able to report its condition to the user. No batteries required.
Lance ‘Live’ LED A high visibility LED is used to (a) Confirm the integrity of communications to / from the
Command Module, and (b) indicate to the user when the Lance is ‘Live’.
Ease of Use & User
Friendliness:
Light weight, Modular design At less than 40kg when full, the CoolFire Command Module is a fraction of the weight of
comparable steel vessels . Each element can easily be removed and replaced in minutes
without special tools or training. This reduces both the system and the vehicle down time
for servicing and maintenance.
Lightweight, compact and Suitable for left or right handed users. Easier and more secure handling – one hand per
ergonomic ‘Smart’ Lance trigger. The well-balanced clear separation between the water and abrasive triggers of the
lance results in ease, comfort and safety of use. Clearly visible ‘Live’ LED.
Flexible design Lightweight Command Module can be mounted anywhere in relation to the Reel and
Lance. The Digital Control panel can be located anywhere on the appliance or vessel, or
the system be controlled by the main pump control panel using CoolFire software.
Fast and easy front recharge of Replacing an empty cylinder takes less than 20 seconds just by opening the door of the
abrasive Command Module. No need to leave space above the unit for top refill. The complete
system can be mounted, used and refilled using only one locker shelf in a fire truck. A pre-
filled cylinder of abrasive that will provide 5 minutes piercing.
Barrel Change / Barrel Choice Flexibility of use, fast (under 60s) no tools required. Long, Standard, Short or user specified
Barrel options
CANbus Communications CoolFire communicates entirely using CANbus logic. That means CoolFire modules can
exchange information and instructions with each other and with the appliance or engine
pack using a common language.
Resilience & Efficiency:
Stainless steel construction Better resistance to corrosion and results in longer lifetime. It can be used with seawater,
foam concentrate or inhibitors.
NATO-standard connectors Toughest connectors on the market. They are IP67 waterproof, highly resistant to damage,
water and vibration. They are designed for quick connection / disconnection without tools.
Clutch on the HP Pump Total control by the Lance operator. The pump is only engaged when it gets a command
directly from the lance and does not idle when not required. This means it will last much
longer.
Advanced Fluid Circuitry The ultra-efficient fluid circuit in the Command Module is designed to maximise the power
at the lance, minimise the number of components, and cut out potential wear points.
Top quality Garnet abrasive The naturally occurring mineral garnet is non-toxic and insoluble with a neutral pH. It
offers the best performance and does not clog or settle in the vessel.
System Options
CoolFire is available in two different flow rate options: 28lpm and 56lpm. The - Self-contained, stand-alone system
modularity of the system means it can be skid mounted, retrofitted to almost any - No installation costs
size of existing vehicle or designed into new vehicle. - No vehicle modifications required
- Designed to be switched in and out
PTO (Power Take Off) Options Skid Options
of a wide range of vehicles
PTO SKID - Air transportable
- Ideal for semi-fixed or fixed
56lpm 28lpm 56lpm 28lpm applications (e.g. training centres,
2 petrol 1 diesel 1 petrol marine, infrastructure)
35kW 20kW
engines engine engine

The PTO systems can be fitted on a The Skid mounted systems are entirely
wide variety of vehicles ranging in size self-contained. The power is supplied
from a compact pick-up to a full size by either single or twin petrol engines.
fire tender. Alternatively a single diesel engine
- Makes use of an existing power can be used particularly for offshore,
source (i.e. the vehicle engine) marine and mining. The skid requires
- Compact fit which frees up more no external connections other than
onboard space for other uses water where they are to be used for
- Small footprint allows greater periods of more than 5 minutes. Skids
flexibility in locating modules can be loaded into and carried in a
- Lighter weight and lower noise levels vehicle or can be in a fixed or semi
- Lower maintenance fixed location.

For live demonstrations of

the CoolFire system and full
training packages, please
contact Angus Fire.

Angus Fire
A global leader in firefighting technology, Angus Fire supplies fire
safety products and services to customers operating in a wide
range of industries such as oil companies, international airports,
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harbours, ports, to military bases, power stations, and of course to
fire and rescue services. Angus is a global name with an impressive
history of over 220 years in the firefighting industry. It is this rich
heritage and associated expertise, which makes Angus Fire the EMS 576644

preferred partner with firefighters worldwide.

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