Stay attuned to the dramatic changes in the fire suppression industry with our analysis and reactions to key industry and regulatory news, trends and product breakthroughs. Written by the inventors of 3M™ Novec™ 1230 Fire Protection Fluid to help enhance the knowledge and insight of experts like you, this is a place to learn about the forces shaping the fire suppression industry and get the information you need to help make smart choices for your fire protection projects.
February 17, 2016
March 03, 2016
August 23, 2016
November 22, 2016
November 03, 2016
December 16, 2014
Testing has determined new Class A and Class C extinguishing concentrations for Novec 1230 fluid.
September 21, 2017
Learn more about the Court’s ruling and how it will impact the hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) phasedown.
October 25, 2018
A quick guide to the impact of the Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol’s HFC phasedown on fire suppression.
February 18, 2019
As the EU’s F-Gas regulations begin to bite, markets are seeing price increases and manufacturers are reacting to changes in supply and demand.
July 27, 2017
N-propyl bromide (nPB) meet criteria for classification as toxic for reproduction (category 1B).
November 01, 2019
The marine and shipbuilding industries are preparing to cease using HCFCs in new equipment. Explore the phase-out timeline and alternatives.
September 01, 2015
June 07, 2016
January 31, 2017
October 20, 2016
March 30, 2017
Anechoic chambers absorb sound and electromagnetic waves and have unique fire suppression needs.
March 07, 2017
The fate of the HFC phasedown under the new Administration was uncertain – until now. HFCs remain on the path of halon.
April 22, 2017
Choosing sustainable instead of high GWP products can help protect our planet in unimaginable ways.
June 20, 2017
It doesn’t. The global HFC phasedown remains active under the Montreal Protocol.
February 22, 2022
Learn the top 12 reasons why 3M Novec 1230 Fire Protection Fluid is unique among clean agents.
April 12, 2019
A new model of climate action is developing in the U.S., as states work together to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.