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On paper, traditional hangar fire protection systems can appear cost-effective during initial design, but that upfront price often neglects ongoing maintenance costs and additional infrastructure outside of the hangar that are necessary to make these systems...
Two pump rooms. Two very different infrastructure philosophies. LEFT: Legacy Foam On the left, a pump room for an existing hangar (25,000 sqft) where the foam system is being abandoned and ILDFA is being installed. This infrastructure, including concentrate tanks,...
How We Support You Long-Term: The 10-Year Warranty and Maintenance Commitment When comparing fire protection systems, it’s not enough to look at capital expense alone. Lifecycle cost matters — and in that regard, a system designed for 50 years of operation, with 10...
Flame activated systems wait until it’s too late. Legacy fire protection systems rely on flame detectors to trigger foam discharge. But flames mean ignition has already occurred. Obstructions? Double coverage. Flame detectors require line-of-sight. That means...
LDFA offers a superior fire protection solution by eliminating the need for expensive infrastructure and complex upgrades. It relies on gravity to drain spilled liquids and requires only 200 gpm of water for flushing. Key benefits of ILDFA include: * Only 200 gpm of...
Our new aluminum extrusion line allows us to take another step toward sustainability. Safespill is proud to share that all extrusions are made using an aluminum alloy containing 75% recycled content. This recycled content allows customers to pursue LEED credits on...
Safespill is excited to announce the official launch of its new subsidiary, Affordable Aluminum. The extrusion capabilities now available through our Houston-based operation include our 2,700-ton press, 19 million lbs of available capacity, and support for custom...
Is ILDFA more expensive than High Expansion Foam (HEF)? The answer is no, according to a new white paper that uses real-world, third-party HEF installation data from a super bay hangar retrofit at SFO airport. With all costs factored in, a parking spot ILDFA...
Although a tariff on aluminum would increase the cost of raw materials by 25%, Safespill only projects a 2.5% increase in ILDFA pricing. Safespill floors are almost entirely made of aluminum alloy extrusions, which would be subject to the 25% tariff. However, the...
Safespill’s new aluminum extrusion line is on track to launch in Late Q1 2025, providing greater supply chain control and multiple benefits to our clients.
To help hangar operators and aircraft maintenance personnel stay focused on keeping aircraft maintained, Safespill offers piece of mind on the reliability of our product by offering a 10-year warranty, which includes semiannual inspections and preventative maintenance...
As the aviation industry shifts towards more sustainable practices, ILDFA stands out as the top-tier option for hangar fire protection with a trifecta of benefits: Safer for the environment, protecting ecosystems from harmful chemicals Safeguards aircraft by...
Ignited spill in "water only" hangar Ignited spill on ILDFA It is well known that water cannot extinguish a fuel fire. This is why NFPA 409 and FM Datasheet 7-93 require low level fire protection such as fire suppression foam systems or ILDFA in hangars in which...
Safespill has signed a lease with Ares Industrial Real Estate for a brand new 192,000 square-foot facility in Northwest Houston. This summer, we will install a 2500 MT 8” Kautec Extrusion Line in our new building, and we expect to be fully operational in Q4 of this...
Safespill's ILDFA rapidly contained the fire, underscoring its critical role in safeguarding personnel and preventing the loss of valuable equipment, all while protecting the environment.
To help you maintain focus on keeping your aircraft in the air, we make sure your Safespill floor stays in excellent working condition. To achieve this, certified Safespill inspectors will perform all maintenance and inspections on your ILDFA for a period of 10 years...