The best firefighting mats (canvas) in 2020

The statistics of fires on the planet are disappointing. The growth of man-made fires is breaking new records. EMERCOM of Russia records up to 1400 fires a day, with more than 20 victims. Houses, train stations, schools, shopping malls, vegetable bases are on fire. The World Statistics Center notes a high mortality rate from fires in Russia - the country ranks second, in terms of the number of fires, the Russian Federation is in the fourth ten. The figures indicate an insufficient level of preparedness for liquidation and prevention of emergencies. Violation of fire safety requirements and the absence of fire kits increase the risk of fire and loss of life from fires.

Nightmare

The fire-resistant cloth serves as a highly effective and low-cost agent for extinguishing on local fires. Koshma serves to knock down a flame, cover a burning object to eliminate the access of oxygen to the hearth, and cover a person as a fire barrier. It is allowed to reuse the canvas on several fires.

We are talking about three classes of fires:

1. "A" - in case of ignition of a solid combustible substance;
2. "B" - when a liquid combustible material ignites;
3. "C" - gas combustion;
4. "D" - metal burning;
5. "E" - in case of fire in everyday life and in the production of electrical installations with a voltage of 1000 V.

The mats are produced in accordance with the technical specifications enshrined in the document of the same name, and are subject to mandatory certification by the State Fire Service Academy of the Russian Emergencies Ministry.

The presence of a fire blanket ensures fast and reliable fire extinguishing:

• in summer cottages;
• in residential buildings and buildings;
• in production shops, laboratories, workshops;
• in garage boxes;
• in case of clothing fire;
• as a prevention of the outbreak from common sparks.

Terms of use

Separate cases are equipped with special hinges for quick removal, in the absence of such, you should jerk open the package.

1. Hand protection - the blanket is held by special sewn handles, or hands should be wrapped in the corners of the canvas.
2. The blanket "stretches" over the fire, gradually covering it completely. Avoid distortions, roughness for possible air intake.
3. If possible, de-energize the subject of ignition - turn off the gas or disconnect from the network.
4. The appearance of smoke from under the felt is a sure sign that the extinguishing process is going well.
5. There is no time limit from the time the blanket is placed until the smoke appears.
6. Gradually, the amount of smoke will decrease, you should wait at least 15 minutes before lifting the curtain.
7. When a person's clothing catches fire, it is necessary:

• secure your hands;
• wrap the victim in a felt;
• lay him on the floor (ground) and convince him to roll;
• running is strictly prohibited.

If there is a danger of smoldering sparks or if the room is very hot, call the fire department.

Models and materials of manufacture

The abbreviation for fire felts (canvases) is PP.
There are several models of canvases according to the maximum temperature that the material can withstand:

1. PP 300, with types A and B execution;
2. PP 600, with types A and B execution;
3. PP 700;
4. PP 750;
5. PP 1000;
6. PP 1200;
7. PP 600 A.

Firefighters' kelts are placed in covers.
The technical specification necessarily includes:

• deployment time;
• standard for storage period up to 3 years;
• service life standard up to 7 years;
• weight of the canvas;
• thickness - 2x2.42 mm.

the cloth

Particular attention is paid to the fabric from which the canvas was made, in accordance with:

• GOST;
• hygiene certificate;
• certificate of conformity.

The fabric is non-flammable.

Types of fabrics differ in the main content in the material:

• glass component;
• asbestos inclusions;
• basalt components;
• mineral bases.

Fiberglass panels have moderate fire resistance, asbestos and silica versions have higher fire resistance characteristics.

The fabric, depending on the type, may include fibers:

• linseed origin;
• carbon;
• rep;
• twill;
• lavsan;
• viscose;
• cotton.

Protective function

Koshma is used to protect structures and objects (a container with a flammable liquid, a gas cylinder) during hot work, with the possibility of sparks or a strong thermal regime.

How to choose the right mat

The fire-resistant blanket is the primary fire protection.
What to look for when choosing a fireproof blanket? First of all, determine the area of ​​possible fire.

The standard size of the canvas is 1.5 * 2 meters, one felt is enough to stop one lesion in a short period. For a summer residence, garage, house, store, one piece is enough. When the area is increased to 200 m², it is necessary to increase the number of canvases to 2-3 pieces.

PP 300 - the figure of the second half of the abbreviation indicates the maximum temperature of the fire center, calculated for a short period of fire isolation. The higher the number, for example PP 1200, the higher the temperature regime is acceptable. Models PP 1000, PP 1200 are recommended for industrial premises.

Firefighting felt is one-sided and two-sided. The latter option is considered optimal.

When looking for a favorable price, you should contact the manufacturers directly:

• to technical centers of fire safety;
• to specialized sites of fire equipment;
• in the company of primary fire extinguishing equipment.

Selection errors

Fire-fighting equipment can be non-functional with the wrong choice of material of manufacture and insufficient heat resistance.

It should not be forgotten that a fire blanket is permissible for localizing combustion only at its initial stage.
Re-operation after ignition of oily or combustible liquids, which have the property of being absorbed into the cloth, is inadmissible.

A size less than 1.4x1.8 meters is not practiced.

The best firefighting mats

PP 300

Fire-resistant linen is used in the first stage for containment purposes, to isolate burning clothing from oxygen or as a protective barrier during hot work. The temperature barrier of the web is 600 ° C.

PP 300, version A, B
Cloth, size, m	1,5-2
Deployment, time. FROM	5
Laying felt felt, weight, kg	1,1-1,15
Storage, temperature range, ° С	(-40):(+50)
Storage, period, years	3

• heat-resistant material of manufacture;
• quick bringing to work;
• ease;
• dielectric properties;
• reliable localization of fire;
• fire protection;
• acceptable price.

• reuse is possible only in the absence of damage after the end of the attenuation of the primary focus.

PP 600

Fire-fighting mat with a maximum temperature of use of 600 ° C.The most popular model among primary extinguishing media.

PP 600, version A, B
Cloth, size, m	1,5-2
Deployment, time. FROM	5
Laying felt felt, weight, kg	1,4-1,45
Temperature limit at localization, ° С	600
Storage, temperature range, ° С	(-40):(+50)
Storage, period, years	3

• compliance with GOST;
• certified;
• large stretch area with minimal time spent;
• available for household use;
• long storage period.

• not found.

PP 700

A fireproof blanket with a period of application at a temperature of 800 ° C - 5 seconds, at 650 ° C - allows continuous use up to 5 hours.

PP 700
Cloth, size, m	1,5-2
Deployment, time. FROM	5
Laying felt felt, weight, kg	2.15
Permissible temperature range, ° С / period of use	800/5; 650/300
Storage, temperature range, ° С	(-40):(+50)
Storage, period, years	3

• high permissible temperatures of use;
• light weight;
• glass cloth;
• wide range of storage temperatures.

• not.

PP 750

The curtain measures 1.2x2.5 meters, made of glass fabric, in accordance with the hygienic certificate and the certificate of conformity.

PP 750
Nightmare, size, m	1.2x2.5
Deployment, time. FROM	5
Laying felt felt, weight, kg	1.9
Permissible temperature indicator, ° С / period of use, seconds	950/5; 650/300
Storage, temperature range, ° С	(-40):(+50)
Storage, period, years	3

• inexpensive specialized inventory;
• availability of purchase in the online store;
• characteristics correspond to fire safety standards;
• suitable as a welding blanket;
• irreplaceable when carrying out hot work.

• absent.

Asbestos nightmare

Asbestos material has thermal insulation properties, it is used for the production of sheathing sheets in ovens, refractory pipes and furnace structures.

The stitched version of the asbestos blanket has a size of 2x2 meters.

The fabric in a roll has a width of 1550 mm, respectively, you can get a blanket of any length to order. During storage, the roll is wrapped in twines in several places, it is possible to place the roll in a special fire tube.
The material also contains viscose, cotton, lavsan. The heat resistance of the blanket is 500 ° C.

The asbestos roll has a chrysolite gland packing.

APP 450
Cloth, size, m	1,5-2
Deployment, time. FROM	5
Laying felt felt, weight, kg	2.2
Permissible temperature regime, ° С	450:500
Storage, temperature range, ° С	(-40):(+50)
Storage, period, years	3

• recommended for extinguishing electrical wiring up to 1000 V;
• provides a protective barrier in the event of sparks and flames during operation;
• stability of characteristics when entering an aggressive environment;
• no shrinkage when exposed to temperature;
• effective in extinguishing fuels and lubricants;
• long storage periods - 10 years with the content of lavsan, 5 years when used in the composition of cotton, viscose threads.

• the limit of temperature exposure is 450 ° C.

Nightmare PP 1200

A fire-resistant blanket with a thickness of 0.6 mm and a permissible limit of 1200 ° C is to be used at extremely hot temperatures.

PP 1200
Cloth, size, m	1,5-2
Temperature range, ° С	300-1200
Laying felt felt, weight, kg	2.45
Storage, temperature range, ° С	(-40):(+50)
Storage, period, years	3

• production material - high-strength silica fabric;
• certified according to the requirements of fire regulations;
• designed for high temperature conditions;
• Contained in a bag made of waterproof material;
• no deformation during temperature overload;
• indicated for the protection of flammable structures;
• high wear resistance;
• free of carcinogens.

• only in case of fires at the initial stage of combustion.

Felt mat

The fire blanket made of felt is designed to block the access of oxygen to the combustion site, localizing and eliminating the hearth.
With a standard width of 1.5 meters, the length can be selected individually, since the roll consists of 25 meters.
Based on the calculation - a canvas of 1.5 * 2 meters per 200 m², on large areas you can have a roll of felt blanket.
For storage in a roll, special containers or pencil cases are offered, painted in red.

• not subject to decay and corrosion during storage;
• high mechanical strength;
• not exposed to chemicals;
• recommended for use on sea vessels;
• wear-resistant;
• the possibility of purchasing in the online store;
• not limited in length.

• not identified.

Fireproof tarpaulin cover

For protection against sparks, flames and incandescent splashes of metal for various structures and objects, a fireproof tarpaulin is used.

The material is impregnated with a special solution to prevent fire.
In production, the standard 1.4 * 1.8 m tarpaulin curtains equipped with handles are additionally used.

• the possibility of ordering individual sizes from the manufacturer;
• high web density 620 g / m²;
• not exposed to mechanical stress and decay;
• made from ecological raw materials;
• water resistance;
• free of carcinogens.

• does not withstand high temperatures with prolonged exposure.

PP 1000

The fireproof blanket is made of silica fabric. The packaging is made in the form of a bright red case with two hinges for easy placement on fire shields. Indicated for use in gas stations, industrial warehouses.

• limiting temperature load 1000 ° С;
• strength and durability;
• free slipping out of the case in an emergency;
• resistant to decay and fungal infections;
• designed for use at the first moment of fire;
• repeated use is allowed;
• with the functions of a welding felt;
• compact storage;
• during short-term operation, the critical temperature may be exceeded.

• recommended for fires of classes "A", "B", "C".

Fiberglass OGN PP 1000 SPETS

The standard size of the blanket and the glass material determined the small inventory weight of 0.83 kg.

• packaged has a size of 200 * 15 * 300 mm;
• indispensable for fire extinguishing with the prohibited use of water;
• recommended for the protection of combustible structures.

• inferior in characteristics to silica models.

Curtains

Fire curtains prevent fire from entering adjacent rooms.
The system consists of a box, a twisting shaft on an electric motor, a canvas. The dimensions of the frames are adjusted according to the openings to be insulated.

There are several types of curtains:

• horizontal;
• accordion-shaped;
• irrigated - with water impact function;
• non-irrigated.

The special material for fire curtains is produced in Germany.

• backup operation of the system from the battery is provided;
• production material - composite thermoactive fabrics with the ability to expand at high temperatures;
• fabrics are non-toxic;
• ultra durability of the curtain is ensured by the weaving of stainless wire into the threads;
• the box is made of galvanized fabric.

• expensive.

Conclusion

Russian manufacturers have the right to develop individual technical specifications - TU, therefore fire blankets may have some differences in characteristics. An inexpensive, little noticeable thing that is at hand at the right time can save you from major losses and from injury. It is worth noting that the fire extinguisher is inferior to the mat in terms of ease of operation and, if possible, reusable without additional recharging.