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Fire Suppression Systems: 

Fire Suppression Systems Fireaway, LLC 11503 K-Tel Drive Minnetonka, MN

Fire Suppression Systems: 

Fire Suppression Systems Stat- X systems provide highly effective fire suppression for fires in enclosed facilities and local spaces. This is true of all aerosols – which are in fact one of the most effective extinguishing technologies available. All aerosols are effective in putting out fires. In that sense – and in that sense only - all are similar. Beyond that, however, there are stark differences between aerosol generators and manufacturers associated with: Effectiveness – amount of agent required Particle sizes generated Composition of Aerosol (gas particulate mixture) Chemistry – beyond KNO 3 base By-products produced Cleanliness Toxicity Quality – Materials and Methods of Manufacture Design – Computer Aided Design, Fire Protection Experience Service Training, local, etc. Certification We feel that, on all these issues Stat- X is your best solution.

Fire Suppression Systems: 

Fire Suppression Systems Why Stat- X aerosol generators? Proven Technology Developed in the USA. Manufactured in USA in ISO 9002 Facility. Self-contained unit. Consists of solid state charge and cooling blocks. Non-pressurized until activation. Upon activation, aerosol of ultra-fine particles (  2 micron) is dispersed under pressure ( ~ 50 psi ). Agent is: - 5 times as effective as Halon. - 10 times as effective as Halon Replacements. Listed/Approved to UL 2127 Standard for Inert Gas Clean Agent Extinguishing System Units Only unit currently produced that meets all requirements of NFPA Standard 2010

Aerosol Features: 

Aerosol Features Environmentally friendly - ODP= 0. - No Global Warming Potential. Safe for personnel at normal design parameters Non-corrosive - Extensive tests run on a wide variety of structural and specialized materials used in electronics and aviation. Safer than Halon 1301 or Halon replacement agents - no thermal breakdown in presence of fire. Will not harm electronic equipment or magnetic media. Significant installation and maintenance savings - does not require pressure vessels, manifolds, nozzles or pipe work.

Aerosol Features: 

Aerosol Features Easy clean-up, can normally be quickly vented from the room. Rugged, corrosion resistant construction – utilizes stainless steel for all critical elements. Flexible - Available in sizes from 30gram through 2500gram. Electrical, Thermal, and Manual activation options. Suitable for a wide range of hazards. Post fire downtime is minimal – merely replace discharged generator in existing bracket and re-connect wiring. Ceiling Mounted - Does not occupy valuable floor space. Transportable – easily reconfigured for changes in protected volume. Long shelf life - 10 + years.

Aerosol Features: 

Aerosol Features Flow characteristics similar to gaseous agents. Remains suspended in air for extended period of time providing long hold times - up to 1 hour. Suppression Mechanism: Primary suppression mechanism is chemical interference with free radicals of flame. Interrupts propagation of fire. Secondary mechanisms include: Dilution of of flammable medium with inert gases. Cooling. Results in very rapid suppression with a minimal amount of agent. Weight and space reductions up to 90% over conventional systems.

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FUEL HEAT OXYGEN THE FIRE TRIANGLE: REMOVE ANY ELEMENT = SUPPRESSION Stat- X i nhibits the ability of the fire to fuel itself through interaction with free radicals – O, OH, H. CO2 INERGEN ARGONITE INERT GASES FM 200 FE 25 ECARO NOVAC Stat- X HALON Extinguishing Mechanism FIRE

Extinguishing Mechanism: 

Extinguishing Mechanism “Fire propagation” radicals are essential elements in the propagation of the fire – OH, H, and O. Stat- X suppresses the fire (primarily) by chemical interference with these free radicals within the fire zone – thus interrupting the on-going fire reaction Potassium radicals (K) are the main active component of Stat- X aerosol. They are very active and react with these “propagation radicals” – much like the bromine radicals do in Halons. The chemical reaction may be represented as follows, for example: K + OH = KOH KOH + H = K + H 2 O K + OH, etc… In addition, the flame propagation radicals recombine on the surface area of the ultra-fine aerosol particulate to further interfere with flame propagation: O + H = OH H + OH = H 2 O As a result, Stat- X delivers extremely rapid suppression times.

Generator Overview: 

Generator Overview Patents granted in the United States, Canada, Germany, and Russia. Additional Patents are pending in these and other countries around the world. Cooling Block Actuator Exit Ports Oxidation Block Charge

Applications: 

Applications Stat- X fire suppression systems have been tested and Listed to UL 2127 Standard for Inert Gas Clean Agent Extinguishing System Units. Due to their fast response time, low fire extinguishing concentration, and environmental safety, Stat- X fire suppression systems may be used in critical applications across a wide range of industries. Aerosol generators are currently protecting and are suitable for use in: Typical Applications: Telecommunications Flammable Liquid Storage Data Processing Marine Engine Rooms Process Control Rooms High Value Mobile Equipment Power Plants Industrial Equipment Turbine Enclosures Storage Vaults Stat- X systems are not suitable for the following hazards; or, where the following materials may be present: • Deep-seated Class A materials: (wood fiber, cotton, etc.) • Electrical equipment operating at over 40,000V • Metal Hydrides, Pyrophoric substances, and chemical substances which smolder and burn without air • Metal powders ( magnesium, titanium, etc.) • Environments rated Hazardous (explosive atmospheres)

Extinguishing Concentration Comparison: Class B : 

Extinguishing Concentration Comparison: Class B 700 500 250 50 0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 Carbon Dioxide Halon Replacements Halon 1301 Stat- X Grams / m 3 Agents

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Typical Installation Mobile Telephone Base Station

Toxicology Stat-X Aerosol Physical Properties Average Values @ 100 gram/m3 *Tests Conducted by Accredited/Certified Laboratory in the United States Time weighted Average Comparison to Automobile Airbag Emission Standard & NIOSH Standard : 

T oxicology Stat- X Aerosol Physical Properties Average Values @ 100 gram/m 3 * Tests Conducted by Accredited/Certified Laboratory in the United States Time weighted Average Comparison to Automobile Airbag Emission Standard & NIOSH Standard Auto Air Bag Emission Std 20 minute TWA 9.90 50.10 60.00 445.00 40,000.00 151.50 Stat- X 15 minute TWA 1.08 0.97 2.05 84.20 756.00 58.30 Gas Products: (ppm) NO 2 NO NO X = NO+NO 2 CO CO 2 NH 3 Solid Particulate: K 2 CO 3 KHCO 3 KNO 2 Other Potassium Compounds NH 4 HCO 3 pH in solution = 8.6 Particle Size Distribution: <1 m <2 m <5 m >5 m Operating & Storage Conditions: Humidity Temperature Shelf Life NIOSH IDLH 20.00 100.00 120.00 1,200.00 40,000.00 300.00 Percent 55.2% 8.2% 7.9% 5.5% 23.2% Percent 3% 78% 97% 3% 98% @ +35 °C -54°C to +54°C 10 Years+

Competitive Comparison Aerosol Generators: 

Competitive Comparison Aerosol Generators Background: Aerosol technology originated with Soyuz as an offshoot of propellant development for the Russian space program. First units exported from Russia were Pyrogen units sold into Australia. Basic formula has changed little over the past 10 –12 years and is approximately: KNO 3 62.3% Plasticised Nitrocellulose 22.4% Carbon 9.0% Additives 6.3% This formula is the basis for the following products being marketed through out the world: Company/Product Produced In Pyrogen Russia/Malaysia Fire Pro/Cellanova* Russia/Cyprus Dynamit Nobel (Soyuz Lic.) Germany Spectrex (Soyuz Lic.) Israel Ansul/Micro-K (Spectrex Lic.) U.S.A *Hybrid

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Competitive Comparison Aerosol Generators These “Soyuz” type units are characterized by some or all of the following: High levels of toxic gases produced – NO X , CO, HCN, H 2 S Potential corrosion issues High heat output (compound burns at 1800°C - 2000°C Larger particle sizes (less effective, not clean) Less actual aerosol discharged (e.g. only 40% - 50%) Produces 40% particulate, 60% gas (less effective) Chemical coolants (negative chemical interaction with aerosol) Cheap or inconsistent production methods (use of lower quality chemicals and materials)

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Stat- X was developed to deal with the negative aspects of the earlier generation products – with a focus on improved extinguishing performance, reducing heat generated, decreasing particle size, and minimizing the production of toxic gas by-products. Fundamental change in formulation and methods of manufacture: KNO 3 75.0% Dicyandiamide 16.5% Organic Resin 8.5% By contrast Stat- X : Burns at 1200°C (much cooler) Uses reagent grade chemicals – 99.5% + Pure (consistent) Ultra-fine mean average particle size - 1-2 µm (clean, effective) Discharges 75% -85% of starting mass (efficient) Produces 70% aerosol, 30% gas (effective suppression) Hermetically sealed (stable over time – no moisture entry) Physical Coolant (no negative chemical interaction with aerosol Very “cool” average maximum exit temp at 24 inches = < 75°C Competitive Comparison Aerosol Generators

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Competitive Comparison Gas Suppression Systems FM 200 Ø Most widely accepted, major competition in USA Ø Minor Global Warming issues – 36.5 Atmospheric Lifetime Ø 10 times less effective than Stat- X Ø Suppresses by “cooling” Ø Requires 30% more floor space than Halon Ø Less effective on Class B fires – 15% more than Class A Ø Costly after discharge – Agent + valve re-build ($300/valve) INERGEN Ø Nitrogen/Argon/Carbon Dioxide Mixture Ø Lowers Oxygen content Ø 10 times + less effective than Stat- X Ø No GWP, 0 = ODP Ø Requires huge amounts of floor-space Ø Very expensive hardware – 2200 psi Ø Special venting required Ø Difficult to refill. Need exact proportions Ø Costly valve rebuild after discharge – ($700/tank valve)

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FE 25 Ø    HFC-125 Ø    Fike selling as “ECARO” Ø    14 times less effective than Stat- X Ø    Suppresses by “cooling” Ø    Used historically in unoccupied areas Ø    DuPont literature has stated “not suitable for occupied” Ø    Some questions on suitability in occupied areas Ø    Costly after discharge – Agent +valve re-build ($300) NOVEC 1230 Ø    Perfluoroketone Ø    Suppresses by “cooling” Ø    10 times + less effective than Stat- X Ø    Low GWP, 0 = ODP Ø    Very new – little track record Ø    Some toxicity issues unresolved Ø    15% - 20% more expensive than FM 200 FIRETRACE Ø    Protects only cabinet space Ø    Costly – More expensive to protect cabinet only than Stat- X for total room protection. Competitive Comparison Gas Suppression Systems

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Thermal Units

Electrical Units: 

Electrical Units

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