Fire protection is one of the most underestimated of all risks. A fire can break out anywhere - the impor tant thing is how fast it can be detected and extinguished. Minimax has two separate production locations: in Bad Oldesloe, in Schleswig-Holstein, where products and components for stationary fire protection systems are manufactured.
Fire protection is one of the most underestimated of all risks. A fire can break out anywhere - the impor tant thing is how fast it can be detected and extinguished. Minimax has two separate production locations: in Bad Oldesloe, in Schleswig-Holstein, where products and components for stationary fire protection systems are manufactured.
Fire protection is one of the most underestimated of all risks. A fire can break out anywhere - the impor tant thing is how fast it can be detected and extinguished. Minimax has two separate production locations: in Bad Oldesloe, in Schleswig-Holstein, where products and components for stationary fire protection systems are manufactured.
from a Single Source OVERALL IDEA Safe for certain. CONTENT Minimax Chronicle 4 Minimax Overview 4 Water extinguishing systems 6 Sprinkler extinguishing systems 6 Sprinkler components 8 Minifog Water mist sprinkler systems 9 Water spray systems 11 Gas extinguishing systems 12 MX 1230 Compact extinguishing systems 12 Inert gas fire extinguishing systems 13 Chemical fire extinguishing systems 15 Permanent inerting 16 Powder extinguishing systems 17 Foam extinguishing systems 18 Special solutions 19 Fire detection systems 20 Fire detection and extinguishing control panels 20 Fire detectors 20 Structural fire protection 22 Fire extinguishers 23 Fire extinguishing units and accessories 26 Extinguishing water technology 27 Special extinguishing equipment 28 Special fire extinguishing systems 29 Services Complete fire protection management 30 Adresses Branch offices/Consulting engineers in Germany 32 Fire protection center in Germany 33 Worldwide 34 3 Content Fire is one of the most underestimated of all risks. A fire can break out anywhere the im - por tant thing is how fast it can be detected and extinguished. Although fires in Germany alone cause millions of euros in damage every year and the number of fire victims is increasing, this threat is ignored by many people. There are many good reasons for fire protec- tion: for more than 100 years, Minimax has pro- vided technology to prevent, detect and fight fires in order to protect people, property and the environment at a minimum expense and with maximum effectiveness. The total service provider Decades of experience and intensive develop- ment have earned Minimax a reputation as the problem-solver of the fire protection industry. Minimax develops individual protective con- cepts for every risk. From fire extinguishers to complex automatic extinguishing systems the product portfolio covers all areas of fire preven- tion, fire detection and firefighting a Europes only complete provider of all these services. Minimax has two separate production locations: in Bad Oldesloe, in Schleswig-Holstein, where products and components for stationary fire protection systems are manufactured; and in Bad Urach, in Baden-Wrttemberg, which manufactures products and components for mobile systems. Competence that convinces Minimax quality is among the best worldwide. Analysis, consulting and planning, technology and implementation, service and training, and malfunction signal management Minimax is absolutely reliable in every field. The VdS Schadenverhtung GmbH awarded Minimax GmbH & Co. KG the highest quality assurance certificate in accordance with DIN EN ISO 9001 for all relevant processes, products and services within the enterprise. 4 Over 100 years experience MINIMAX OVERVIEW 1902 The company is founded in Berlin by Wilhelm Graaff and develops the le - gend ary Minimax conical extinguisher. Employ ees create the trademark: minimum effort, maximum efficiency = Minimax 1905 Minimax acquires the production center in Neuruppin. 1909 Minimax is the number 1 worldwide - with foreign companies in Europe and the USA. Minimax conquers the world with its products more than 300,000 de - vices have allready been exported to 28 countries. 1926 The first Minimax foam generators are introduced on the market. 1945 Minimax is built up again in West Germany after the destruction of the administration buildings in Berlin and after expropriation of the factory in Neuruppin. 1953 In Bad Urach near Stuttgart the most up-to-date German factory for fire extinguishers, fire extinguish - ing devices and extinguishing systems for fire fighting vehicles is established. 1958 Minimax extends the factory in Bad Urach. 1959 The first universal ABC fire extinguishing powder obtains its official approval. 1966 The SFH (Selbstttige Feuerlschanlagen GmbH) relo- cates its factory to Bad Oldesloe in Northern Germany. 1967 The fire protection research centre is inaugurated with its own fire house in Bad Oldesloe. 1969 Minimax is taken over by Preussag AG and merged with SFH. 1991 The Minimax GmbH with its head office in Bad Oldesloe and a branch office in Bad Urach is founded. Minimax GmbH is the leading company of all fire protection activities of the Preussag AG. 1998 Minimax extends the fire protection research center in Bad Oldesloe. 2001 Preussag concentrates on their basic business: tourism. Minimax gains a new shareholder with Barclays Private Equity Deutschland. 2002 Minimax celebrates its hundredth anniversary! 2003 Investcorp acquires Minimax. Minimax GmbH and Minimax Holding GmbH merge into the Minimax GmbH & Co. KG. 2005 The Minimax GmbH & Co. KG bundle their activities in the range of the mobile fire protection in a dis - crete association the Minimax Mobile Services GmbH & Co. KG. 2006 Industri Kapital acquires Minimax from Investcorp. Minimax Chronicle The future counts Always a step ahead is the motto at Minimax. In keeping with this spirit, the employees con - tinuously receive training and the technology is continuously being optimized. Impulses pro - vided by daily practice, customers and our own research center are taken seriously. With its fire protection research center, Minimax is at the top of the European fire protection industry. Fires and extinguishing processes are tested in practice in the fire house in Bad Oldesloe. Emergency situations are simu - lated under the severest of conditions also as a prerequisite for the development of new pro- cesses for protecting innovative technologies and materials. Through close cooperation with all major testing and standardization committees on both the national and international level, Minimax frequently contributes to the creation of new guidelines worldwide. Economically valuable The broad object-specific diversity makes Minimax fire protection a winning factor also in terms of economy. Since Minimax has the right solution for every problem, there is also an op - timum solution for your specific requirements. This reduces your required planning and your costs. The best components are useless if they are not properly integrated in an overall concept that meets the individual requirements of the pro- perty to be protected. Minimax complete solu - tions relieve you of all responsibilities connected with fire protection, so that you can concentrate fully on your core competences. Often required by law, fire protection is always a smart decision. The installation and mainte - nance of fire protection facilities protects you from the unforeseeable consequences of a fire and is remunerated by insurance companies with high premium rebates. So the investment always pays off. Global presence Minimax with its headquarter in Bad Oldes loe, employs about 3,200 men and women world - wide. Minimax is present at 40 locations in Germany and has branch offices and agencies in Europe, Eastern Europe, Asia, North America, the Near East and Middle East. Consultation and planning Minimax specialists inspect the local conditions, identify special fire protection requirements and create a customized safety concept. We support you through the completion of all tasks and beyond! 5 A Single Source MINIMAX OVERVIEW Minimax Fire Protection Center: emergency situations Wet pipe system The wet pipe system is the most common type of sprinkler system. In this type of system, the sprinkler pipe network is completely filled with pressurized water. Dry pipe system The dry pipe system is designed especially for areas subject to the danger of frost. The sprinkler pipe network is not filled with water in the critical areas, but rather with compressed air, past the dry alarm valve. Pre-Action dry pipe system The pilot operated dry system is a combination of a fire detection system and a sprinkler system. It is used in areas where accidental leakage of water e.g. resulting from mechanical damage to a sprinkler must be avoided at all costs, as in areas with expensive electronic equipment. Systems with foam additives Sprinkler systems in special risk areas, such as large quantities of synthetic materials, re quire that foam compounds be added to the extinguishing water. The addition of foam is possible with both wet and dry systems. Areas of application Warehouses, industrial firms, production halls, storage rooms, high-bay warehouses, hotels, fair pavilions, shopping centers, home improve - ment stores, supermarkets, office buildings, etc. Types of systems 6 Sprinkler extinguishing systems WATER EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS Sprinkler system are automatic fire extinguish - ing system. They detect, report and extinguish a fire that is starting, before it grows into a large and uncontrollable blaze. The functional principle of Minimax sprinklers is very straightforward and safe. They are mount ed corresponding to the applicable regul ations into a network of pipes which covers the areas to be protected in height of the ceiling. Normally each sprinkler is sealed and will only open when it reaches a certain temperature. An important component of the sealing is a glass bulb which is filled with a liquid which will expand when heat from a fire occurs. This robust glass bulb will only burst when the surrounding temperature increases approximately 30 C above the nor - mal maximum room temperature due to the effects of a developing fire. In this way the pressurized extinguishing water which is free to flow out of the piping network onto the sprinklers spray deflector to be distributed evenly on the fire. At the same time the flow of water created in the pipes triggers the connected alarm systems. When the fire has been put out, the opened sprinklers are exchanged for new ones, and the system is once again ready for operation. A sprinkler in use Sprinklers are available at a range of release temperatures and response sensitivities. The area protected by a sprinkler ranges from 9 to 21 m 2 . The sprinkler type - which can be recog - nised by the deflector - is selected according to where it is to be fitted. Consistenty high qual ity is guaranteed during manufacture on a dedicated, computer controlled production line. Special versions Varying risks and unique features of construc- tion call for specially adapted solutions. For this reason, a wide range of sprinklers are available, differing in their release temperature, their res- ponse sensitivity, the discharge of water and the spray pattern, and even in the material and finish. For example: Minimax Extended Coverage Wall Sprinkler The Minimax extended cov er - age wall sprinkler, approved by VdS, was specially devel - oped for the protection of areas where the construction of the building prevents the sprinkler pipework from being placed under the ceiling or hidden by a suspended ceiling. These sprinklers are suitable for all areas of fire risk class OH 1 according to VdS CEA 4001 sprinkler directive. Areas of application hotels, hospitals, office buildings, etc. Minimax Stainless steel sprinklers and nozzles These VdS approved Minimax sprinklers and nozzles are made entirely of stainless steel and are especially suitable for areas with high temperatures and an aggressive atmosphere. Areas of application film, photo, paint and food industries, laundry detergent and plastics industries, paper and wood-processing industries, galvanizing plants, refuse bins, etc. Preaction sprinklers The VdS approved Minimax preaction sprinklers further reduce the already low possibility of spurious re - lease for example as a result of accidental damage to a sprinkler. Because both sprinklers of this model must open before extinguishing water is released. This makes the system ideal for small areas with individual sensitive devices requiring protection. Areas of application Computer rooms, test stands, cash rooms, etc. Sprinkler 7 Sprinkler extinguishing systems WATER EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS Sprinkler 21 the new generation Special accessories Minimax TX tapping sleeves were developed and introduced for making modifications and supplements to the pipe network of existing sprinkler systems. A sprinkler sleeve in various nominal sizes is available for retrofitting of sprinklers. Exhauster valve Since the effectiveness of a dry system can be seriously jeopardized by the delayed release of water, the installation of a exhauster valve is highly recommended. In addition to the im - proved design, the SEVMX exhauster valve is also considerably smaller in size. The direct connection of a sprinkler system to the drinking water network lowers investment costs, minimizes installation costs and saves space. The separating station eliminates the need for not only water supply tanks, but also for a pump system with additional power re - quirements via a network or diesel generator. Town water connection The Minimax DiMX town water connection makes it possible to connect sprinkler systems and fog extinguishing sprinkler systems directly to the drinking water network as an inexhaus - tible water source. Direct connections 8 Sprinkler components WATER EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS The Minimax powder-coating process, which eliminates the need for final on-site treatment, considerably reduces the time required for installation. All RAL colors (also metallic) are available; UV-proof on request. Environmental protection and corrosion protection Powder coating of pipes Town water connection 9 Minifog Water mist sprinkler systems WATER EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS Minifog is suitable for various applications, whether for protection of rooms or of objects. Minifog extinguishing technology features extremely efficient exploitation of the physical properties of water. The extinguishing water is applied through special nozzles or sprinklers as a water mist system so that the total surface area of the extinguishing water is multiplied many times by fine droplet formation. The wa - ter entrains the heat from the fire particularly efficiently and so the base of the fire and its surroundings are immediately cooled effective- ly. Also evaporation of the extinguishing water in the fire captures a great deal of additional latent heat and at the same time the steam produced impedes the supply of oxygen to the base of the fire: The reduction of the oxygen concentration in the immediate vicinity of the flame zone results in an additional smothering effect. The arrangement of the nozzles and the optimal droplet formation mean that the base of the fire is still reached even if there are in - hibiting factors such as thermal currents or air movement. Minifog EconAqua Minifog EconAqua water mist sprinkler systems use innovative low-pressure water mist tech - nologyto offer a particulary efficient building protection for risks as defined in accordance with VdS CEA 4001. Minifog EconAqua uses up to 85 percent less water in comparison with a conventional sprink- ler system! Areas of application Offices and administration buildings, hotels, hospitals and nursing homes, restaurants, un - derground car parks and parking houses, etc. Minifog Application Minifog Minifog ObjectProtect If objects are to be protected whereby rapid spreading of the fire can be expected, Minifog ObjectProtect is available. Electronic alarms are mostly provided for quick and reliable detec- tion of the fire. Areas of application Gas and steam turbines, large/industrial fryers, hydraulic machinery, cable ducts, paint spray facilities, engine test rigs, machine tools, etc. Special customer requirements also need special solutions. Minimax has therefore developed a series of Minifog protection concepts that are especially suited to various specific applications. Minifog PressProtect When manufacturing wood-fibreboard using continuous presses or stage presses, production conditions entail increased fire hazards. By using Minifog PressProtect Minimax offers a concept based on modern low-pressure water mist system technology, this type of protection having already been installed for more than 100 presses worldwide. Minifog marine Ships and other offshore facilities, such as drilling platforms, require an uncommonly high degree of protection due to the condi tions they are exposed to at sea. Minifog marine Minifog Solutions 10 Minifog Water mist sprinkler systems WATER EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS 11 Minifog Water mist sprinkler systems Water spray systems WATER EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS Water spray systems function the same as sprink ler systems; however, they are equipped with open extinguishing nozzles and distribute large amounts of water over the entire pro - tected area in case of fire. They are used for protecting buildings and for cooling especially heat-sensitive, highly flammable objects wher - ever fires can be expected to spread extremely fast. If there is a danger of fire, the FSX spray station, which is activated electrically, pneu - matically or hydraulically, controls the extin - guishing system and signals the necessary alarms. Areas of application Refuse bins, waste incineration systems, chip silos, conveyor systems, airplane hangars, theater stages, power plants, transformers, cable ducts, turbines, automobile decks of ferries, mineral oil and gas tanks, filling stations for flammable liquids, etc. provides this in the form of protection concepts which have been developed and approved in accordance with the safety directives of natio- nal and international classification societies as well as the IMO and SOLAS codes. Minifog Special Solutions Besides the solutions mentioned for special cus - tomer requirements, Minimax can offer further protection concepts Minifog Special Solutions developed on the basis of Minifog water mist system technology and tailored to the specific field of application. Examples of such are Minifog installations for automatic parking systems, wind energy sys - tems and railway vehicles. Water spray systems 12 GAS EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS Thanks to its rapid and even distribution of ex - tinguishing agent the Minimax fire extin guishing system MX 1230 with the extinguishing agent Novec 1230 from 3M provides a solution which offers many advantages for the protec- tion of electrical and electronic risks. It is space-saving, is environmentally-friendly and guarantees a high level of safety for persons. The unique feature of the Novec 1230 extin- guishing agent: it can be stored at room tempera- ture as compactly as water yet extinguishes as a gas with a homo - genous distribution through out the whole extinguishing area and does not leave any resi- due. Every MX 1230 fire extinguishing system is individually designed. Each systems nozzle bores and container filling volumes are the results of an object-specific design calculation and hallmark a system which is optimised down to the smallest detail. Areas of application Electrical and electronic risks, e.g. computer areas, telecommunica - tions in stallations, com- puter and server rooms, control rooms and con- trol cen tres, medical and laboratory installations and similar applications. Install, connect and its ready to extinguish The MX 1230 compact fire extinguishing system is the compact version for smaller and medium- size rooms. The special advantage of the MX 1230 compact fire extinguishing system: the control centre, supply of extinguishing agent and if desired ex - tinguishing nozzle, alarm horn and flashing light all combined in a single unit in one cabinet. This means that the system can be set up in your pro- tected room in a way which saves space and with a minimum assembly and installation effort. The Minimax MX 1230 compact fire extinguish - ing system with the Novec 1230 extinguishing agent from 3M protects data processing and electronic control systems round the clock reliably and automatically. The compact fire extinguishing system automatically identifies a fire risk at an early stage, automatically inter- rupts the power supply and extinguishes the fire, rapidly and without leaving any residue. MX 1230 compact fire extinguishing system MX 1230 fire extinguishing system MX 1230 fire extinguishing systems The Novec 1230 extinguishing agent from 3M is environmentally-friendly and guaran- tees the safety of persons. Compared with the chem ical extinguishing agents used up till now Novec 1230 has the lowest global warming potential, the shortest atmospheric lifetime and has absolutely no effect on the ozone layer. Novec 1230 is neither corrosive nor electric - ally conductive and causes no damage to sen - sitive components or leaves residues on them. It is colourless and almost odourless and is a liquid at room temperatures. The molecules are composed of carbon, fluorine and oxygen. The extinguishing effect is based on binding the heat energy in the flames, interrupting the combustion reaction. Novec extinguishing agent Argotec fire extinguishing systems are gas extinguishhing systems that use natural inert gases. These systems are used especially when incipient fires need to be extinguished quickly and without subsequent damage from extin- guishing agents or residue. With Argotec fire extinguishing systems, the extinguishing process is initiated automatically by fire detection and control systems, but can also be activated manually. After expiration of the pre-warning time, the extinguishing process begins. At the same time, any ventilators and air con - ditioning systems can be switched off and the ventilation flaps and doors can be closed in order to prevent the penetration of oxygen and the escape of extinguishing gas. The inert gases used for extinguishing are taken from the ambient air. The extinguishing effect is based on suffocation, which is caused by displacement of the oxygen in the air below the threshold value required for combustion. Argotec fire extinguishing systems are ideal for areas with flammable liquids and other substances with similar burning properties, in addition to areas with high-quality systems and facilities or objects of value, which could be damaged by the use of other extinguishing agents. Extinguishants Equipped with the inert gas argon (Ar) or nitro - gen (N 2 ) as an extinguishing agent, Argotec fire extinguishing systems are recommended due to their non-residual and human-com patible non-toxicity for areas with high-quality electric or electronic components where human presence is required. With carbon dioxide (CO 2 ), Argotec fire extin- guishing systems are used for the protection of rooms and free-standing, non-enclosed objects (e.g. machines). The pressurized liquid carbon dioxide in the discharge area forms a thick extinguishing cloud, which can be directed precisely by means of corresponding nozzles. Areas of application Paint and lacquer production and processing, hazardous substances warehouses, painting and powder-coating booths, hydraulic systems, filters, printing presses, foamed material, com- puter facilities, archives, cable floors, switch ing and control systems, turbines, transformers, me t al processing, machine tools, textile ma - chines, warehouses for art objects, etc. Argotec system 13 Inert gas fire extinguishing systems GAS EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS CO 2 extinguishing nozzle in operation Minimax novelty: new Argotec Liquid Argon (LAR) technology 14 GAS EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS Engineering and design The systems are classified based on the type extinguishant storage, i.e. liquid (Ar, CO 2 ) or gaseous (Ar, N 2 ) storage in high-pressure steel bottles or low-pressure containers. Extinguishant storage in high-pressure steel cylinders Extinguishant is stored in high-pressure steel cylinders in the vicinity of the protected area. In special frames with individual hanging devices, the bottles are combined into an individually dimensioned extinguishant unit. This ena- bles surprisingly large extin - guish ant sup- plies in a very small area, easy adaptation to changing extin- guishing sec- tions and fast replacement of the extinguish - ing tanks after a fire. Extinguishant storage in low-pressure vessels For storing large quantities (CO 2 3,000 kg or more, Argon 5,000 kg or more) it is recom - mended for reasons of economy to use chilled extinguishant (CO 2 approx. 20 C, Ar approx. 143 C) in low-pressure vessels with combined re-condensers. Nozzles and pipe network The size of the pipe network and the arrangement of the extinguishing noz - zles depends on the type of fire risk. For room protection systems, the extin- guishing nozzles are distributed evenly throughout the entire extinguishing area on the ceiling, in high building areas in several levels, if necessary. For facility protection systems, the nozzles are aimed directly at individual objects or high-risk installations. Personal protection systems Employers liability insurance associations and the VdS require special measures for risks in - volving danger to persons. The extinguishing gas does not flow into the extinguishing area until an acoustic alarm has sounded and an appropriate pre-warning time, which can be individually configured, has elapsed. In Minimax compact extinguishing systems, all operating components are protected in a cabi- net from dust, moisture and mechanical damage as a compact functional unit, consisting of extin- guishant supply, activation and distribution de - vices and the fire detection and control panel. The Minimax compact ex tin - guishing system can be placed in the immediate vicinity of the object to be protected and can quickly be connected with the cable and pipe net- work via standard connec- tions. If requirements change, the unit can easily be moved to another location. The high degree of pre-fabrication and the simple and fast installa - tion make the Minimax com- pact extinguishing system an interesting alternative to conventional systems, also in terms of economy. Compact extinguishing systems for the protection of equipment Inert gas fire extinguishing systems Extinguishing nozzle for local application Extinguishant storage 15 GAS EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS The fire detection and control panel integrated in the compact extinguishing system is fully pro- grammable. This enables time-saving, on-site configuration for specific projects. If required, several decentrally located com - pact extinguishing systems can be networked with a master system, so that the operability of all systems can be monitored from a central location. The MX-200 chemical fire extinguishing system is effective and environmentally friendly. The MX-200 system with FM-200 build on powerful extinguishing concepts for protecting valuable and critical materials. They combine high extin- guishing effectiveness with short discharge times, no-residue extinguishing, personal safety and low storage volume. As soon as fire detectors detect a fire, an alarm is signaled via the central fire detection and extinguishing control panel. Afterwards, the extinguishing agent tank is opened electrically and the extinguishing agent, which is still liquid at this point, flows through the extinguishing nozzles, where it vaporizes and spreads through the room in gaseous form. If necessary, further tanks are opened pneumatically by the master tank. Engineering and design The MX-200 fire extinguishing system consist of the extinguishant supply in steel bottles that are connected with a pipe network, on which special nozzles are mounted that do not allow the extinguishant to vaporize until it reaches the nozzles. Due to the low pressure of 25 or 42 bar the extinguishant supply of the chemical fire extinguishing systems must be located in the immediate vicinity of the object under protection. The extinguishant FM-200 has an ODP value of 0, which means that it does not break down stratospheric ozone. The extinguishing effect of FM-200 is based on heat absorption in the flame and is therefore based on physical cooling and, to a small de gree, chemical intervention in the flame reac tion. Areas of application Computer rooms, telecommunications facilities, archives, control rooms, switch rooms, libraries, museums, art galleries, medical facilities, ships, etc. Chemical fire extinguishing systems Chemical fire extinguishing systems Active fire prevention with the Permatec system The principle of permanent inerting is to per- manently lower the oxygen concentration of the air so that fire cannot break out in the first place. The Permatec fire prevention system offers optimum fire protection when the areas to be protected are not frequented by people and have a relatively high density for reasons of energy, climate or safety technology. In such areas the best possible fire protection is the Permatec system: active fire prevention Due to the controlled supply of nitrogen, the Permatec fire prevention system keeps the oxygen content of the air in the protected air at a reduced level. The nitrogen displaces the calculated proportion of oxygen, resulting in a fire-proof atmosphere. The nitrogen for reducing the oxygen is pro - duced economically by a nitrogen generator directly in the Permatec fire prevention sys - tem. The monitoring and control unit of the Permatec fire prevention system constantly con- trols the oxygen content of the air. Engineering and design The Permatec system consists of a nitrogen generator and a monitoring and control unit. In the nitrogen generator air is sucked in, com- pressed and separated via a diaphragm into the components of oxygen, argon and nitrogen. While the nitrogen is used for inerting the protected room, the other components are released into the atmosphere. Areas of application Cold storage depots, hazardous substance and high-bay warehouses with automatic loading, vaults, server and computer rooms, telecom - munication systems, distributing centers, show- cases, ships storage rooms, silos, mixing plants, etc. Permatec system 16 Permanent inerting PERMANENT INERTING Permatec system 17 POWDER EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS Powder extinguishing systems are permanently installed fire extinguishing systems for protect - ing rooms and objects. The extinguishing pow- ders are used for fires involving solid, liquid and gaseous materials and for metal fires, i.e. for fire classes A, B, C and D. Extiguishants Extinguishing powders are highly efficient and fast-acting extinguishing agents. The sudden three-dimension extinguishing effect of the powder clouds is due to the smothering effect and the anti-catalytic effect, a chemical inter- vention in the combustion process. Extinguishing powders consist essentially of non-toxic inorganic salts, which are mixed with impregnation and pouring agents. Areas of application Chemical plants, tank farms, compressor and pump stations, transfer stations for oil and gas, gas burner stations in boiler systems, oil tanks in basements, rolling mills, test stands, hydrau - lic systems, airplane hangars, LNG, LPG and chemical tankers, lab rooms and facilities, special waste plants, etc. Powder extinguishing systems Control panel and storage vessel of a powder extinguishing system A powder extinguishing system in action Large-scale powder extinguishing systems If several rooms and objects are to be pro - tected by powder extinguishing systems, one central powder supply in pressure-proof steel tanks is recommended for all areas to be pro- tected. Up to 4,000 kg of powder can be stored in one such tank. Small-scale powder extinguishing systems Small-scale extinguishing systems are recom- mended for objects requiring limited protec- tion. Such powder extinguishing systems have been standardized in design and size for a number of similar objects, which minimizes the cost. Preferred areas of application are exhauster hoods, exhaust air ducts, lab experi- ment facilities, etc. Types of systems Foam extinguishing systems, like sprinkler sys - tems, are permanently installed fire extinguish - ing systems. They are used for fires involving solid and liquid materials of fire classes A and B and to a limited degree for fires involving gaseous materials of fire class C. To create the foam, a constant percentage quantity of foam compound is added to the water by means of admixing devices. The resulting water/foam mixture is then foamed with air in downstream foam generators. Extinguishant Extinguishing foam is a highly effective extinguishing agent consisting of water, fire extinguishing foam (concentrate) and air. The amount of air defines the type of foam and its properties. Extinguishing foam takes advantage of different extinguishing effects and modifies their properties: cooling, smothering, separating, covering, damming and displacing. Singly or together they ensure fast extinguishing. Low expansion foam nozzles Foam/water nozzles and sprinklers were devel - oped especially for room and object protection systems for fighting fires involving solid or liquid or liquefying materials of fire classes A and B. They can be used not only in foam extin- guishing systems, but also in sprinkler, spray and semi-stationary extinguishing systems, in which foam concentrations are added. Low expansion foam pipe/ foam pot or manifold Low expansion foam pipes are used for pro - tecting storage tanks with flammable liquids and for foaming of collecting tanks. The foam manifolds provide for gentle application of the foam. With fixed roof tanks, the foam pot with a rupture disk guarantees the exclusion of gas between the tank and the open extinguishing system. Foam/water monitors Foam/water monitors are used primarily for fighting fires from a safe distance and for preventive cooling of objects. The MX 2000 foam/water monitor, depending on the model, can be directed at its target either manually or electrically, or hydraulically by means of remote control. It can optionally be equipped with a water spout for use only with water or with a foam/water spout and multi-purpose nozzles for alternating use with foam and water. Water pollution control with foam extinguishing systems Foam extinguishing agents are substances that are harmful to water and can pollute streams and lakes if used incorrectly. Handling such sub- stances requires special professional competence. Minimax is an acknowledged expert in this field in accordance with 19I of the water resources law (WHG). Areas of application Production and repair operations, tank farms, refineries, airport facilities, laboratories, chemical industry, large parking houses, waste incineration plants, helicopter landing decks, etc. Components Foam extinguishing systems 18 FOAM EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS Transfer station protected with foam/water nozzle Foam/water sprinkler Foam/water nozzle Refinery protected with a foam extinguishing system 19 SPECIAL SOLUTIONS Minimax develops individual protective concepts for every risk. Exemplary fire protection concepts: In high-tech kitchens, where deep fat fryers, special baking appliances, tilting-type frying pans, broilers and grills are in use, spontaneous fires must be expected. The use of an automatic kit- chen object protection system is recommended here. Such a system guarantees that the fire will be extinguished immediately, keeping sub- sequent damages to a minimum and with almost no effect on the kitchen operations. Areas of application Large-scale kitchens and industrial kitchens etc. Spark extinguishing systems detect and extin- guish fires or ember pockets directly in pneu - matic suction and conveyance facilities for dust, chips or other flammable fragments. For exam- ple, filters and bunkers are protected from smoldering fires or dust explosions by registered sources of ignition. Areas of application Wood and chipboard processing, textile pro - cessing, clothing industry, fodder/food/luxury food industry, chemical and plastics processing industry, etc. Modern painting processes use high voltage painting pistols with an operating voltage of up to 80,000 volts. This results in new types of fire risks, which can be dealt with only by means of more efficient extinguishing systems. Therefore, special extin- guishing systems were developed to use flame detectors that detect and extinguish sudden flames from high voltage arcing. The extinguishing agent argon, nitrogen or CO 2 is directed immediately at the source of the fire directly through the paint/air ducts of the spray pistols. Customized detection and extinguishing systems are available for all areas of modern surface engineering. Areas of application Electrostatic powder and wet painting systems, including drying and recovery systems, etc. Fire protection for painting plants Spark extinguishing systems Small extinguishing systems for protecting kitchens Special fire protection systems Spark extinguishing system in the wood industry Painting plant booth with fire protection 20 FIRE DETECTION SYSTEMS Fire detection systems are essential components of a responsible safety management concept. Each object and each area of use holds special risks and requirements. Minimax provides for the optimum detection of fires and the perfect interplay with all other components of the safety concept. Minimax fire detection systems detect fire dangers and incipient fires around the clock. They warn persons who may be in danger, alarm the fire department and provide relevant information to the responsible parties. Minimax fire detec- tion technology encompasses both conventional micro- processor-controlled central control panels with linear technology and also central con- trol panels with ring bus technology for networked systems. From the compact small control panel to the extensive large-scale central control panel, all expansion stages are available. Minimax also provides diverse stan- dard and special sensors. In addition to the use of conventional push- button alarms for manual alarm signals, induc- tive automatic detectors are available as stan- dard, smoke and heat detectors. If required, highly sensitive self-suction smoke detectors can be used, in addition to linear smoke and heat detectors. We also offer a wide range of special infrared detectors with intelligent alarm analysis functions the measuring sensitivity increases with the intensity of the fire. For the moni - toring and control of extinguishing systems, special SUX modules can detect incorrect oper - ating conditions of system elements. But this does not exhaust the range of Minimax system components. Other solutions are also available. Standard fire detectors Minimax offers various models of automatic fire detectors for the detection of different magnitudes of fire and with different response characteristics. In certain cases, combined mon - itoring is the most effective protection. Optical smoke detectors These detectors react to the diffused light caused by smoke aerosols and react especially well to visible smoke. They are the ideal solution if primarily cold smoke is to be expected when a fire breaks out, as in smoldering fires. Maximum/Rate-of-Rise/Heat Detectors These heat detectors react to a maximum temperature or a defined temperature or a defined increase in temperature within a certain time period. They are installed where smoke detectors cannot be used due to outward circum stances, such as in hotel kitchens and workshops. Fire detectors and special detectors Fire detection control panels Fire detection systems Minimax fire detection systems consist of fire detectors fire detection control panel Alarm signals control units Components The FMZ 5000 offers many flexibility 21 FIRE DETECTION SYSTEMS Ionization smoke detectors These detectors detect miniscule smoke parti cles, both visible and invisible. They are used when smoldering or open flames are to be expected relatively soon after a fire breaks out. Spark and flame detectors These detectors react to the optical radiation and select only narrow bands of the analyzable light spectrum for detection. They are installed when open flames are expected to spread very quickly. Special detectors Multi-function detectors In halls and rooms with high ceilings in which materials are stored that in case of a smolde- ring fire have a low thermal development, the smoke would reach the smoke detectors very slowly, since they are very high up. Another difficult area for detecting fires is in hard-to- access cable ducts or in switch cabinets and computer cabinets. For such cases, multi-func- tion detectors are available, which react to different fire magnitudes due to combined measuring chamber systems and are equipped with active suction devices. Such active detec- tors suck in air samples via a number of suction points and send these samples via pipes to the multi-function measuring chamber for analysis, which enables early detection of a fire. Bypass detectors Exhaust air and air conditioning ducts with increased air speeds can be monitored with bypass detectors. Air samples from the ducts to be controlled are continuously sent via a bypass pipe to the smoke detector in the bypass chamber. HELIOS suction smoke detector The multisensor HELIOS suction smoke detector enables the extremely early detection of volatile fire aerosols at a central location, for example in the air ducts of the air conditioning system. The measuring chamber system consists of a special optical configuration, which analyzes the continuous air samples for miniscule smoke particles by means of high-power laser light. Alarm Signals Choosing the right alarm can be decisive for a successful rescue and for timely firefighting. Acoustic alarms emit an unmistakable sound (DIN tone) and visual blinking or flashing signals, or a warning panel. Fire detectors Different detectors for different fire risks In this field Minimax has a competent partner MSA Auer GmbH the professional when it comes to safety and gas detection technology. By bundling competences, Minimax offers fire protection and gas warning technology from one source. Gas detection technology Fire seeks out hidden shortcuts. Cables, pipes, supply shafts and ducts, coverings and joints are ideal areas for fire to spread quickly. Every duct even through fire-proof walls, ceilings and floors can easily become a safety breach. Structural fire protection is there- fore an essential part of fire prevention. It helps to prevent and limit fires and to secure escape and rescue paths in the event of a fire. Minimax provides for the compliance with structural fire prevention regulations. All Minimax systems are tested and approved in accordance with DIN 4102 and conform to the state of the art. Preventive fire protection must be designed to keep damages to a minimum in the event of a fire. As with all technical facilities, the oper - ability of structural fire protection installations of all types must be ensured and they must be maintained in proper working order. In the event of modifications or retrofitting of pipe or cable lines, the structural fire protection separating elements must be serviced accordingly. Cable fire stops If cable ducts are not fire proof and flue gas proof, fires can spread quickly. The fire-retard - ing sealing of cable ducts limits a fire to the immediate area of origin, so that it cannot spread to adjoining areas. These seals can be retrofitted. Cable coatings Electric cableways present an especially high risk in the event of a fire. Burning cable in - sulations enable fast spreading of fires along the cables and also release toxic and corrosive gases. Special protective coatings pro- tect the cable strands to prevent fires from both inter nal influences, such as a short circuit, and the external impact from a fire. These coatings are applied after instal lation of the cables. Fire protection coating Wood and steel are widely used and highly versatile construction materials. For the protection of these materials we provide coatings that do not restrict the design possibilities of wood and steel constructions. KBS Steelcoat is an intumescent coating, which gives steel constructions added stability also in fires and is available in two types for indoor and outdoor use. KBS Woodcoat is a fire protection coat - ing that is applied by brush, roller or sprayer and can be used either in clear (transparent) or pigmented (white) form. Pipe fire stops Pipes that lead through walls and cei- lings en able the fast and uncontrollable spreading of fires. The fire-retardant sealing of pipes pro vides a fire proof and flue gas proof barrier. The pipe sleeves with a fire protection mass are retro - fitted on both sides of the pipe where it leads through the wall or ceiling. Fire protection cladding Special fire protection panels can be used for the fast and economical fireproofing of electric installations, ventilation ducts and steel con- structions. They not only prevent a fire from spread ing, but also ensure the operability of critical equipment. Fire protection joints Joints are weak points in walls and ceilings. Special permanently elastic fire protection joints provide reliable protection against joints burning through and ensure that walls and ceilings remain fireproof in the event of a fire. Structural fire protection 22 STRUCTURAL FIRE PROTECTION Cushion fire stop Combination fire stop Panel seal Pipe sleeves KBS Pipe seals KBS Coating 23 FIRE EXTINGUISHERS Fire extinguishers, fire extinguishing units and wall hydrants are intended for the very first offensive against the fire. They must be installed where they will be needed in the event of a fire in addition to being highly visible and easily accessible. It is also extremely important that this equipment be used strategically for putting out the fire. The training of employees in the use of fire extinguishers, fire extinguish - ing units and wall hydrants at the workplace is not only necessary but also makes sense. When there is a fire, every second counts. Every movement must be perfectly coordi - nated in order to effectively fight the fire in the beginning stages. In order to prevent operating errors, the Workplace Regulation (ASR 137 1 and 2, number 6.1) recommends that all fire extinguishers within a plant be equipped with the same control devices. Therefore, it is a good idea to consider using only fire extinguishers with the same controls, even if they are designed for different types of fires. That is why Minimax fire extinguishers are equipped with the standardized one-hand con- trol. The compact unit consists of a carrying handle, an operating lever and a safety catch. Fires are classified in five fire classes based on the type of flammable material. Minimax pro vides the right fire extinguishing equipment with the right extinguishant for every type of fire: Fire class A Fires involving solid materials: wood, paper, straw, coal, textiles, etc. Fire class B Fires involving liquid or liquefying materials: gasoline, oils, grease, paint, resins, wax, tar, ether, alcohols, plastics, etc. Fire class C Fires involving gases: methane, propane, hydrogen, acetylene, natural gas, etc. Fire class D Fires involving metals: aluminum, magnesium, lithium, sodium, potassium, etc. and corresponding alloys. Fire class F Fires involving cooking oils or fat. Everything under control with the One Hand Control Not all fires are the same Fire extinguishers Pull out securing ring/safety device Press down trigger lever and release it. Aim the nozzle at the base of fire and press down the trigger lever A B C D F Carrying handle Pressure lever (trigger) Spindle Securing ring Extin- guishing hose Extinguishing agent container (cylinder) Tandem pipe CO 2 cartridge (propellant agent) Handle grip Spray nozzle Sealing screw of CO 2 cartridge Screw cap Minimax legendary Minimax cornet bag it means now over 100 years experience. The fire extinguishers are approved in accor- dance with the European standard DIN EN 3 and are CE inspected. Some extinguisher models were also tested by Minimax according to other standards, such as the British Standard (BSI) and the German ship safety authority (See-Berufsgenossenschaft Directive 96/98/EG); in addition, our extin guishers are TV certified and bear the GS mark of tested safety. Special extinguishers for special applications can be produced on request without approval according to DIN EN 3. Water fire extinguishers The extinguishing effect of water on ember-forming materials of fire class A is based on its heat-binding ability. The cooling effect disrupts the conditions for the thermal reaction and prevents further processes in the flammable materials, so that the supply of flam - mable gases and vapors is stopped. Extinguishant volume: 2, 6 or 9 l Minifog mobile water mist fire extinguisher In contrast to conventional water- or powder extinguishers the fine spray nozzle on the Minifog mobile has a much lower throughput of extinguishing agent. For example a 6 litre water mist extinguisher can reach the extra - ordinarily long operating time of more than two minutes. In comparison: conventional 6 litre water extinguishers last a maximum of one minute, powder extinguishers only around half a minute. Despite the fine mist the Minimax water mist extinguish er extinguishes from a safe distance, effectively and precisely. Compared with conventional jet of extinguish - ing water the fine mist of extinguishing agent means that the surface area of water is multi- plied many times. The fire is put out as a result of the intensive cooling effect. In addition the water mist vaporises in the heat of the fire. This reduces the concentration of oxygen in the vicinity of the flame; the additional smothering effect results in a particularly efficient form of extinguishing. The small quantities of minerals added to the extinguishing water form an ef - fec tive barrier preventing embers from lead ing to a re-ignition of the fire. Extinguishant volume: 3, 6 or 9 l Powder fire extinguishers The effect of the extin guish - ing powder (MULTI-TROXIN) on ember-forming, liquid or liquefying and gaseous materials of fire classes A, B and C is based on the anti- catalytic effect. The inter- vention of the powder par- ticles in the reaction process of the combustion causes a chain ter mination reaction. The formation of melt coat - ing on ember-forming ma - terials also causes the extinguishing powder to exert a barrier effect. This prevents the diffusion of oxygen from the air into the source of the fire and keeps the immediate area of the fire from heating up, thus preventing backflashes. Special extinguish ing powders are available for metal fires of fire class D (META-TROXIN), and BC pow- ders in a foam-compatible (COMBI-TROXIN) and non-foam-compatible (NOVO-TROXIN) version for fire classes B and C. Extinguishant volume: 2, 6, 9 or 12 kg Fire extinguishers Fire extinguishers 24 FIRE EXTINGUISHERS Powder fire extinguisher Water fire extinguisher Minifog mobile water mist fire extinguisher 33 FIRE EXTINGUISHERS 25 Foam fire extinguishers The foam water mixture AFFF extinguishes very effectively and nearly residue-free because of its strong net effect. In many cases AFFF is a good alternative to powder extinguishers because it does not produce an extinguishant cloud im - peding the visibility. In fire classification A the combination of cooling and barrier effect is extinguishing: the water lowers the temperature below the inflamma tion point and during evaporation a coat of salt crys- tals builds up and prevents the fire from flaring up again. In case of fire classi - fication B a very thin sliding film is formed on the bur- ning liquid, which im me di - ately spreads over the whole surface and prevents the oxygen supply. The fire is suffocated and reinflamma- tions are reliably prevented. Our AFFF foam is a thin, creeping and fast flowing foam. These characteristics make the foam es - pecially suitable for difficultly accessible areas where a lot of material is stored. Extinguishant volume: 6 or 9 l Minimaxol Fire extinguishers With its very effective additives the foam water mixture of the Minimaxol fire extinguisher aims at success because unlike powder extinguish - ers it does not produce an extinguishant cloud impeding the visibility. With its high rating Minimaxol is an effective and nearly residue- free alternative to the powder extinguisher in fire classification A and B. In fire classification A the combination of cooling and barrier effect is used: the water lowers the temperature below the inflammation point and during evaporation a coat of salt crystals builds up and prevents the fire from flaring up again. In fire classification B a sliding film and a foam layer stop the oxygen supply and prevent reinflammations and the occurrence of toxic vapours. Minimaxol is an adhesive, covering, stable foam, which is not seeping away, being es pe - cially suitable for burning liquids and surface fires. With its good covering characteristics it is recommended for areas containing different substances.The Minimaxol fire extinguisher is even available as frost-proof version up to 30 C. Extinguishant volume: 6 or 9 l CO 2 fire extinguishers The extinguishing gas carb- on dioxide (CO 2 ) functions in connection with extin- guishing spray heads with liquid or melting materials of fire class B through the smothering effect. CO 2 extinguishes with no residue at all, and is non electrically conductive. Extinguishant volume: 2 or 5 kg Fire extinguishers CO 2 fire extinguisher In the Minimax fire extinguishers with a patented carbon dioxide overcharge, the propellant is distributed in the form of fine droplets through a perforated pipe into the extinguishing liquid, where it is thoroughly mixed. A similarly high operating pressure can be achieved at nearly any operating tempera- ture including very low temperatures. There is no separation. This produces an even and optimum flow of extinguishant with a constant and very effective extinguishing effect. Minimax fire extinguishers Fire extin - guishers with patented CO 2 overcharge Foam fire extinguishers Fire extinguishing units, due to their size and weight, are mounted on a chassis with two large disk wheels with solid rubber tires. Fire extinguishing units with a capacity of 50 kg can be adapted to a wide variety of require- ments by using diffe- rent extinguishing powders Foam/water extinguish - ing units with their stainless steel tanks are limited to a capac - ity of 50 liters of extin- guishant. The extin - guish ants Minimaxol and AFFF are available for these units. The fire extinguishing units with the extinguish ant CO 2 are designed for 10, 20, 30 and 60 kg. Additional fire extinguish - ing units, such as trailers with CO 2 bottles (C 120, C 240), powder fire extin- guishing units with a 250 kg extinguishant ca - pacity, or foam/water can- nons are also available. The ultra-fine atomization technology of the Minimax high-pressure fire extinguishing unit HDL 250 enables extremely short extinguishing times with immediate extinguishing success, since the ultra-fine atomization under high pressure multiplies the water surface. This makes optimum use of the heat-binding capa bility and cooling effect. In addition, water vapor prevents the supply of oxygen to the fire source, thus reducing the oxygen concentration, which re - sults in suffocation of the fire. Even fires with strong glowing embers can be easily extin - guished. The low water requirement of max. 25 liters per minute protects the environment and prevents water damage. With the HDL 250, it is also possible to add foam agents. This unit is available in many different config - urations, also for use in extinguishing vehicles. Under certain prerequisites supervising author - ities, industrial injuries insurers and property insurers request the provision of permanently updated emergency documents within the scope of the individual organisation of personal and object safety. In case of fire everything must go quickly. Only people who are prepared for emergency can react professionally and thus, avoid a larger damage. In such a situation good tactics require that the task forces of fire brigade and technical services can rely on exact schedules and organ - isation plans. They inform about the structural, spatial, technical, staff and organisational pre - requisites without a delay. Minimax provides complete escape and rescue concepts. Escape and rescue concepts Fire extinguishing units and accessories High-pressure extinguishing Fire extinguishing units and accessories 26 FIRE EXTINGUISHING UNITS In the sector of fire protection equipment and fire protection accessories, Minimax offers an optimum line of. Our products include: fire hoses fittings and mounting parts extinguishing units, wall hydrant cabinets escape and rescue route planning fire department and fire protection signs rescue route signs equipment for technical assistance oil-binding agents personal gear medical kits etc. Fire protection equipment/ fire protection accessories Foam fire extinguishing unit CO 2 fire extinguishing unit 27 EXTINGUISHING WATER TECHNOLOGY Drinking water, used as the extinguishant in nearly all cases, plays a central role in extinguish - ing water systems. The fact that drinking water is prepared for human consumption places tight and specific requirements on the planning and implementation of equipment that is directly connected to the town mains. Minimax extin- guishing water systems guarantees the highest possible safety. Wet/dry extinguishing water feed The wet/dry extinguishing water system (DIN 1988-6) has a direct connection to the town mains. The maximat filling and draining station prevents water stagnating in the pipes. It is the interface for a plentiful water supply within seconds and ensures that the drinking water is kept clean. Wet extinguishing water feed The "wet" extinguishing water system also has a direct connection with the drinking water supply network. The pipes are permanently laid and always filled with drinking water. The water fire mains "wet" can only be laid as drinking water mains (special case) if the consumption of drinking water is greater than the underlying consump - tion of extinguishing water (DIN 1988-6). Otherwise the water fire main "wet" must be designed as a non drinking-water main in ac cordance with DIN 1988-1. Thanks to the use of the BAMX-NA double back- flow preventer or the DIMX isolating station any stagnant water which may occur in the water fire main is safely kept apart from the drinking water supply system (wet/wet). The separated supply line then becomes a water fire main. Use: When retrofitting old existing systems and with the agreement of the water supply company. Dry extinguishing water feed The dry extinguishing water system (DIN 14 462-1) is used exclusively by the fire brigade. Minimax extinguishing water systems consist of co-ordinated components: fire extinguishing hose connecting equipment (wall hydrants), feed and discharge equipment, maximat filling and draining stations, Town water connection DIMX, Backflow preventer type BAMX-NA, feed tanks, pipe ven tilators and exhausters, Minimax foam or water hydrants, Minimax mobile foam systems, above-ground and underfloor hydrants, and accessories such as the control panel from the Minimax FMZ 5000 series. System components Systems Extinguishing water systems Technical advice for planners, architects, authorities, sanitary installers and operators Assistance in preparing tender documentation Pipework calculations for extinguishing water systems Acceptance testing Investigation of the quality of extinguishing water (microbiological/chemical) Recurrent testing of the extinguishing water pipework and ist components Maintenance service Service Filling and draining station Wall hydrant The compact foam/water monitor for alternative use with foam or water has re - volving joints for horizontal and vertical move- ment. The pro- jector pipe can be fixed in any desired position with clamp screws. The nozzles of the foam making branch pipe from Minimax ensure constant foam quality. In the enhancement piece that follows, the foam generation is optimised, and the ideal structure developed in the foam. Foam making branch pipes M, ME und SE The type M and ME foam making branch pipes for the generation of medium expansion foam make use of multi-zone foaming agents. The type SE foam making branch pipes for the pro- duction of low expansion foam are designed for protein, fluoroprotein, multi-zone and water film forming foaming agents. Inline Inductor The type Z foaming inline inductors generate mixtures of water and foaming agent. It is pos - sible to mix protein, fluoroprotein, mulit-zone and water film forming foaming agents. Every Minimax inline inductor are exactly prepared for delivery. Foam/water trailers The compact foam/water trailers are particularly suitable for effectively fighting dangerous rapidly spreading fires, and for the preventive cooling of large objects subject to explosion hazard from a safe distance. The fire brigade trailer has a very manoeuvrable single-axle chassis. Mobile foam unit The mobile foam unit for connection to the extinguishing water supply for the generation of low expansion and medium expansion foam are used wherever fires with embers and liquid fires must be expected, and where extinguish - ant residues on the burning surface itself must be restricted. The unit is constructed in such a way that it can be effectively used even by a single fireman in a restricted space. Foam/water hydrant Combined foam/water hydrants are used for extinguishing with both foam and water. This ensures high flexibility when fighting fires. Foam making branch pipes Foam/water monitors 28 SPECIAL EXTINGUISHING EQUIPMENT Foam equipment Fighting fire with low expansion foam 29 SPECIAL FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS Minimax develops, manufactures, markets and services fire extinguishing systems and fittings for fire brigade and emergency vehicles. A basic modular scheme allows customers' requirements to be implemented in such a way that even when space is restricted, a compact sytem can be created appropriate for the vehicle's weight distribution. Emphasis is placed on the easy and safe handling of the units while ensuring per- manent functional safety. Depending on the nature and possible hazard presented by fire, Minimax systems can be supplied for the appli- cation of powder, CO 2 , premixed foam, foam additive and water. In order to maximise the posibility of variable extinguishing tactics, the range also includes combination extinguishing equipment for the simultaneous use of multiple extinguishing agents. Anything from 60 kg of CO 2 up to 10,000 kg of powder can be supplied. Powder extinguishing systems, 75-10,000 kg CO 2 extinguishing systems, 90-840 kg Water/foam extinguishing systems, 250-1,200 litres Combination extinguishing systems (twin agent) Extinguishing pistols, 2.5 or 5.0 kg/sec. Snow pipes 0.6-1.75 kg/sec. Reels, mechanical or electrical Monitors, 15, 25 or 40 kg/sec. Extinguishing systems are available in forms suitable for all types of vehicles Minimax extinguishing systems are CE inspected. Conventional charging with nitrogen (charging time approx. 8 sec.) High pressure One or more containers, depending on mounting location and weight distribution Complete system on frame Mechanical Pneumatic Electro-pneumatic All drawings and technical data available Maintance contract possible Service Control Versions Product range Systems for fire and emergency vehicles Special fire extinguishing system for commercial or fire brigade vehicles With its comprehensive planning and services, Minimax creates all the prerequi sites for keep - ing damages to a minimum in the event of a fire. After visiting the building, grounds or construc- tion site, Minimax specialists create customized fire protection concepts. They also provide for the maintenance of systems and preventive mea- sures. Furthermore, Minimax offers training programs that deal with the issues of fire prevention. Preventive inspections are necessary in order to ensure that fire protection facilities function properly, which is also important for your in - surance coverage. Our service provides for the timely inspection, in accordance with regulations, of water extin- guishing systems, gas extinguishing systems, kitchen protection systems, fire detection systems and fire extinguishers of all types, in addition to extinguishing water technology and smoke and heat extraction systems. The fire protection systems entrusted to us are inspected, maintained and if necessary, repaired with extra care by specially trained employees. Minimax provides for the implementation of preventive measures for structural fire preven - tion. As with all technical facilities, the oper a - bility of structural fire protection installations of all types must be ensured and they must be maintained in proper working order. In the event of modifications or retrofitting of pipe or cable lines, the structural fire protection sep - arating elements must be serviced accordingly. So that protective systems still function properly after many years of stand-by service and comply with the state of the art, Minimax service in - cludes much more than just maintenance. We also offer specific measures and programs for increasing safety and operational readiness, and for increasing convenience or lowering the operating costs of a fire protection system. We have customized solutions especially for preventing aging and wear due to years of use. In the event of encrustation and accumulation of sediment in water-filled pipe networks due to varying water qualities, we recommend for example the retrofitting of an extinguishing wa ter treatment system by our service personnel. The pre- servation of supply tanks and pressur ized water tanks in water extinguishing sys - tems is also covered by the services we offer. Seasonal services, such as preparing systems for winter frost, is an impor- tant part of our ser- vice portfolio. Extinguishing water is frequently also used as drinking Improvement/prevention Structural preventive measures Maintenance 30 SERVICES Complete fire protection management 31 SERVICES water. Minimax offers the service of taking samples in order to conduct microbiological and chemical analyses. The results are avail able within 24 hours. Statutory regulations generally require constant monitoring of fire protection systems. In the event of a fault, quick action is necessary. The VdS approved fault reporting systems fulfill these requirements, since all alarm, fault and monitoring signals are sent to central location. When a fault message is received, the employees at the control panel can determine the type of fault, the location of the affected system, the identity of the operator and the required action to be taken. The employees also inform the res- ponsible authorities as defined in the individual plan of measures. A competent team coordinates and controls all incoming messages around the clock so that the fault can be eliminated quickly. Additional lines from the fault reporting control panel to the fire department and police department enable fast emergency assistance. Furthermore, messages can be received from heating, ventilation, air conditioning, elevator, building monitoring and intrusion alarm systems an added advantage for Minimax customers and rescue forces, in addition to fast elimination of the fault. For employee training and the presentation of information to customers, Minimax maintains well-attended training centers in Bad Oldesloe and Bad Urach. Training subjects include legal foundations, basic rules for fire prevention, behavior in a fire, use of fire extinguishers, how fire extin- guishing and alarm systems work, and the structure of emergency plans. The focus of the training center in Bad Urach is on courses for fire protection officers and assistants, various specialized courses and seminars in fire protection and instruction leading to the qualification as an expert. Of course, Minimax also instructs customer personnel, on their premises, in the use of fire extinguishing systems and equipment. In addition, employees of our customers are trained in the implementation of operator obligations, such as those involved with water extinguishing systems or gas extinguishing systems. This includes in particular the obliga- tory inspections that must be conducted by the sprinkler attendant. Minimax can, of course, perform the responsi bilities of the sprinkler attendant, if required. Training Safety 24-hours a day with Minimax fault reporting management Complete fire protection management Head office: Minimax GmbH & Co. KG Industriestrasse 10/12 D-23840 Bad Oldesloe Phone: +49 4531 803-0 Fax: +49 4531 803-248 Minimax GmbH & Co. KG Consulting engineers Apolda Heinrich-Hertz-Strasse 10 D-07629 Hermsdorf Phone: +49 36601 9374-0 Fax: +49 36601 9374-222 Minimax GmbH & Co. KG Branch office Berlin Gottlieb-Dunkel-Strasse 20/21 D-12099 Berlin Phone: +49 30 700008-0 Fax: +49 30 700008-44 Minimax GmbH & Co. KG Consulting engineers Marine & Special Systems Fischerweg 408 D-18096 Rostock Phone: +49 381 811237-0 Fax: +49 381 811237-1 Minimax GmbH & Co. KG Consulting engineers Rostock Beerboomscher Weg 1 D-18292 Krakow / See Phone: +49 384 57518-0 Fax: +49 384 57518-18 Minimax GmbH & Co. KG Region International Industriestrasse 10/12 D-23840 Bad Oldesloe Phone: +49 4531 803-0 Fax: +49 4531 803-299 Minimax GmbH & Co. KG Intersales Industriestrasse 10/12 D-23840 Bad Oldesloe Phone: +49 4531 803-0 Fax: +49 4531 803-137 Minimax GmbH & Co. KG Branch office Marine & Special Systems Industriestrasse 10/12 D-23840 Bad Oldesloe Phone: +49 4531 803-0 Fax: +49 4531 803-140 Minimax GmbH & Co. KG Branch office Nord An der Autobahn 12 D-23858 Reinfeld Phone: +49 4533 2066-0 Fax: +49 4533 2066-99 Minimax Windhorst Branch office of Minimax GmbH & Co. KG Steindamm 52/54 D-28719 Bremen Phone: +49 421 63890-0 Fax: +49 421 63890-90 Minimax GmbH & Co. KG Consulting engineers Marine & Special Systems Am Becketal 14 D-28755 Bremen Phone: +49 421 6691-203 Fax: +49 421 6691-228 Minimax GmbH & Co. KG Consulting engineers Bremen Desmastrasse 3-5 D-28832 Achim Phone: +49 4202 9154-0 Fax: +49 4202 9154-30 Minimax GmbH & Co. KG Branch office Hannover Heinrich-Hertz-Strasse 23 D-30966 Hemmingen Phone: +49 511 4206-1 Fax: +49 511 4206-440 Minimax GmbH & Co. KG Consulting engineers Kassel Crumbacher Strasse 129 D-34253 Lohfelden Phone: +49 561 95174-0 Fax: +49 561 95174-40 Minimax GmbH & Co. KG Branch office Rhein-Ruhr Location Essen Germaniastrasse 28 D-45356 Essen Phone: +49 201 6164-0 Fax: +49 201 6164-211 Minimax GmbH & Co. KG Consulting engineers Kln Heinrich-Pesch-Strasse 5 D-50739 Kln Phone: +49 221 54698-0 Fax: +49 221 54698-70 Minimax GmbH & Co. KG Branch office Hagen Gerberstrasse 22 D-58095 Hagen Phone: +49 2331 2006-0 Fax: +49 2331 29522 Minimax GmbH & Co. KG Branch office Frankfurt Heinrich-Hertz-Strasse 1 D-63303 Dreieich Phone: +49 6103 5880-0 Fax: +49 6103 5880-180 Minimax GmbH & Co. KG Consulting engineers Saarbrcken Industriestrasse 27 D-66129 Saarbrcken Phone: +49 6805 9424-0 Fax: +49 6805 9424-10 Minimax GmbH & Co. KG Branch office Stuttgart Schtzenbhlstrasse 12 D-70435 Stuttgart Phone: +49 711 98271-0 Fax: +49 711 98271-200 Minimax GmbH & Co. KG Branch office Stuttgart Location Freiburg Hausener Weg 6 D-79111 Freiburg Phone: +49 761 45564-0 Fax: +49 761 45564-49 Minimax GmbH & Co. KG Branch office Bayern Location Mnchen Marsstrasse 5 D-85609 Aschheim Phone: +49 89 998898-0 Fax: +49 89 998898-295 Minimax GmbH & Co. KG Branch office Bayern Location Nrnberg Brunecker Strasse 100 D-90461 Nrnberg Phone: +49 911 45002-0 Fax: +49 911 45002-30 Minimax GmbH & Co. KG Consulting engineers Wrzburg Winterhuser Strasse 29 D-97084 Wrzburg Phone: +49 931 61589-0 Fax: +49 931 61589-10 Branch offices/Consulting engineers in Germany 32 ADRESSES 33 ADRESSES Fire protection center in Germany Head office: Minimax Mobile Services GmbH & Co. KG Minimaxstrasse 1 D-72574 Bad Urach Phone: +49 7125 154-0 Fax: +49 7125 154-100 Minimax Mobile Services GmbH & Co. KG Minimax Location Dresden Serkowitzer Strasse 29a D-01445 Radebeul Phone: +49 351 8386660 Fax: +49 351 8386688 Minimax Mobile Services GmbH & Co. KG Minimax Fire protection center Berlin Gottlieb-Dunkel-Strasse 20/21 D-12099 Berlin Phone: +49 30 700008-15 Fax: +49 30 700008-70 Minimax Mobile Services GmbH & Co. KG Minimax Location Rostock Am Vgenteich 15 D-18057 Rostock Phone: +49 381 2037437 Fax: +49 381 2034857 Minimax Mobile Services GmbH & Co. KG Minimax Fire protection center Hamburg Osterade 23 D-21031 Hamburg Phone: +49 40 251966-0 Fax: +49 40 251966-19 Minimax Mobile Services GmbH & Co. KG Minimax Fire protection center Hannover Hackethalstrasse 61 D-30851 Hannover-Langenhagen Phone: +49 511 97839999 Fax: +49 511 97839992 Minimax Mobile Services GmbH & Co. KG Minimax Location Bielefeld Eckendorfer Strasse 101 D-33609 Bielefeld Phone: +49 521 7515-81+82 Fax: +49 521 7515-83 Minimax Mobile Services GmbH & Co. KG Minimax Fire protection center Dortmund Lindenhorster Strasse 101 D-44147 Dortmund Phone: +49 231 985153-0 Fax: +49 231 855533 Fire protection center Mnster Horst Brinck GmbH General agency Mnster An der Kleinmannbrcke 17 D-48157 Mnster Phone: +49 251 14161-0 Fax: +49 251 325220 Minimax Mobile Services GmbH & Co. KG Minimax Fire protection center Kln Heinrich-Pesch-Strasse 5 D-50739 Kln Phone: +49 221 54698-11 Fax: +49 221 54698-90 Minimax Mobile Services GmbH & Co. KG Minimax Fire protection center Frankfurt Heinrich-Hertz-Strasse 1 D-63303 Dreieich Phone: +49 6103 5880-280 Fax: +49 6103 5880-285 Gebr. Molter GmbH General agency Saarbrcken Am Neuhauser Weg 51 D-66125 Saarbrcken-Dudweiler Phone: +49 68 979001-0 Fax: +49 68 979001-50 Minimax Mobile Services GmbH & Co. KG Minimax Fire protection center Stuttgart Schtzenbhlstrasse 12 D-70435 Stuttgart Phone: +49 711 98271-129 Fax: +49 711 98271-130 Minimax Mobile Services GmbH & Co. KG Minimax Location Mnchen Marsstrasse 5 D-85609 Aschheim Phone: +49 89 998898250 Fax: +49 89 998898270 Minimax Mobile Services GmbH & Co. KG Minimax Location Augsburg August-Wessels-Strasse 33a D-86156 Augsburg Phone: +49 821 741744 Fax: +49 821 741745 Minimax Mobile Services GmbH & Co. KG Minimax Fire protection center Nrnberg Brunecker Strasse 100-102 D-90461 Nrnberg Phone: +49 911 45002-0 Fax: +49 911 45002-40 General agency Oberpfalz Gnzstrasse 4 D-93059 Regensburg Phone: +49 941 56719-2 Fax: +49 941 56719-4 General agency Niederbayern Bahnhofstrasse 61a D-94469 Deggendorf Phone: +49 991 8440 Fax: +49 991 8449 Metzler Feuerschutz GmbH General agency Wrzburg Winterhuser Strasse 87 D-97084 Wrzburg-Heidingsfeld Phone: +49 931 61901-0 Fax: +49 931 61901-40 Minimax Mobile Services GmbH & Co. KG Minimax Fire protection center Erfurt Mhlgarten 10 D-99094 Erfurt-Mbisburg Phone: +49 361 6437004 Fax: +49 361 7968223 34 ADRESSES Australia Minimax Fire Fighting Systems Pvt. Ltd. 37 Cromer Road, Cromer Heights 2099 New South Wales, Australia Brazil Minimax do Brasil Ltda. Rua dos Cardeais, 191 Jd. Itlia CEP 13280-000 Vinhedo-SP, Brazil Phone: +55 19-3886 6670 Fax: +55 19-3826 1679 E-Mail: info@minimaxbrasil.com.br www.minimaxbrasil.com.br China Minimax (Beijing) Fire Fighting System Co. Ltd. No. 18, 5th Zone ABP No. 188 West Road, South 4th Ring Road Fengtai District 100070 Beijing, China Phone: +86 10 6370 - 1195 Fax: +86 10 6370 - 1011 E-Mail: info@minimax.com.cn www.minimax.cn France Minimax France SAS 30, rue du Bois Chaland 91090 Lisses, France Phone: +33 1 69113560 Fax: +33 1 60860855 Great Britain Minimax UK Ltd. 1025 Beverly Gardens Maidenhead Berkshire, SL6 6SW, United Kingdom India MX Systems International Pvt. Ltd. 701-A, Dipti Classic, Seventh Floor 32/34, Suren Road Andheri (East), Mumbai-400093, India Phone: +91 22-2682 2550 Fax: +91 22-2682 2530 E-Mail: info@minimaxindia.co.in Indonesia Minimax GmbH & Co. KG Indonesia Representative Office 30/F, Menara KADIN JI.H.R. Rasuna Said Block X-5 Kav. 2-3, Jakarta 12950, Indonesia Phone: +62 21 45 85-64 78 Fax: +62 21 45 85-64 57 Iran Minimax GmbH & Co. KG Branch Office Iran No. 3, 9th Floor, Mellat Tower Vali-e-Asr Ave. Teheran, Iran Phone: +98 21 220 25 992-3 Fax: +98 21 220 25 288 Kuwait Minimax GmbH & Co. KG Representative Office Kuwait Safat P.O. Box 864 13009 Kuwait, Kuwait Phone: +965 4 34 37 21 Fax: +965 4 31 54 41 E-Mail: kff2000@hotmail.com Luxemburg F.I.S. Fire Protection Installation Services S. r.l. 9. avenue Guillaume L-1651 Luxembourg, Luxemburg Phone: +352 76 91 75 Fax: +352 76 91 88 E-Mail: info@fire-fis.lu F.I.S. Fire Protection Installation Services S. r.l. 3, zone industrielle Bombicht L-6947 Niederanven, Luxemburg Phone: +352 76 91 75 Fax: +352 76 91 88 E-Mail: info@fire-fis.lu The Netherlands Mx Brandbeveiliging B.V. Televisieweg 62 NL-1322 AM Almere, Netherlands Phone: +31 36 54 61 600 Fax: +31 36 54 61 610 E-Mail: info@mx-brandbeveiliging.nl Austria Minimax-sterreichische Feuerschutz-Ges. m.b.H. Stationrer Brandschutz Deutschstrae 3 A-1230 Wien, Austria Phone: +43 1-6 15 61 05-0 Fax: +43 1-6 15 61 05-16 E-Mail: zentrale@minimax.at Minimax Mobil Services GmbH & Co. KG Zweigniederlassung Austria Mobiler Brandschutz Carlbergergasse 66B A-1230 Wien, Austria Phone: +43 1-8 65 81 61-0 Fax: +43 1-8 65 81 61-59 E-Mail: minimax@minimax.co.at Poland Minimax Polska Sp. z.o.o. ul. Ogrodowa 27/29 PL-05-092 Lomianki, Kielpin, Poland Phone: +48 227514080/81 Fax: +48 227514082 E-Mail: info@minimax.pl www.minimax.pl Portugal Pefipresa-Protecco Contra Incndios Lda. (Pefiport) Galiza - S. Joo do Estoril Rua das Avencas, Alto dos Gaios P-2765 Estoril, Portugal Phone: +351 21-4 64 74 10 Fax: +351 21-4 64 74 20 E-Mail: pefipresa@mail.telepac.pt Romania Minimax Sisteme Antiincendiu SRL Calea Bucurestilor Nr. 91 B, 4. Stock Otopeni, Kreis Ilfov, Romania Phone: +40 725194400 Fax: +40 725194429 Russia OOO Minimax Russia 1. Kasatschij Pereulok 5/2 Building 1 119017 Moscow, Russia Phone: +7 4952344251 E-Mail: info@minimax-russia.ru www.minimax-russia.ru Singapore Minimax GmbH & Co. KG Singapore Branch # 03-59/60 German Centre 25 International Business Park 609916 Singapore, Singapore Phone: +65 65628630 Fax: +65 65628639 E-Mail: minimax@mbox3.singnet.com.sg Spain Incipresa S.A. C/Goya, 135-2 Izqu. E-28009 Madrid, Spain Phone: +34 913093636 Fax: +34 913093488 Pefipresa S.A. San Cesreo 22 y 24 E-28021 Madrid, Spain Phone: +34 91 7 10 90 00 Fax: +34 91 7 98 57 56 E-Mail: info.madrid@pefipresa.com www.pefipresa.com Thailand Fire Protection Installation Services (Thailand) Co., Ltd. 54 BB. Building, 13th Floor 1312 Sukhumvit 21 (Asoke) Rd. Klong Toey Nua, Wattana 10110 Bangkok, Thailand Phone: +66 22 60 - 6 34 12 Fax: +66 22 60 - 63 43 E-Mail: fisminimax@thaiciti.com Czech Republic Minimax-sterreichische Feuerschutz-Ges. m.b.H. Zweigniederlassung Tschechien Bohumil Kafka Branick 43 CZ 147 00 Praha 4. Czech Republic Phone: +420 244 461130 Fax: +420 244 461135 E-Mail: minimax@minimaxp.cz www.minimaxp.cz Hungary Minimax Hungria Kft. Budafoki t 209 H-1117 Budapest, Hungary Phone: +36 1 4810321 Fax: +36 1 4810322 E-Mail: minimax@hu.inter.net www.minimax-info.hu United Arab Emirates Minimax GmbH & Co. KG Representative Office United Arab Emirates Abu Dhabi Trade Center West Tower - 5th Floor Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Phone: +971 2 6456657 Fax: +971 2 6456658 E-Mail: mxauh@minimax.ae USA Flamex Inc. 4365 Federal Drive Greensboro N.C. 27410, USA E-Mail: flamex@sparkdetection.com www.sparkdetection.com Worldwide Minimax GmbH & Co. KG Industriestrasse 10/12 23840 Bad Oldesloe Germany Phone: +49 4531 803-0 Fax: +49 4531 803-248 Minimax Mobile Services GmbH & Co. KG Minimaxstrasse 1 72574 Bad Urach Germany Phone: +49 7125 154-0 Fax: +49 7125 154-100 E-mail: info@minimax.de www.minimax.de A L 0 3 e _ 0 3 / 0 8 . 0 6 / 3 / 0 1 . 0 8 / P r i n t e d
i n
G e r m a n y Minimax USA 240 South Vasco Road, Suite A Livermore, CA 94551 Phone 925.583.1355 Fax 925.215.2291 Email: rharvey@mxre.com www.mxre.com