Afex capabilities presentation

The Only Manufacturer Specializing in

Fire Suppression Systems for Mobile Equipment

AFEX Fire Suppression Systems

AFEX knows heavy equipment.

AFEX Overview

• Privately owned American manufacturer of robust, purpose-

built fire suppression systems since 1968.

• Exclusive focus on protecting heavy off-road equipment.

• Established sales channels in strategic markets:

• Global, third-party distribution network.

• Factory install relationships with leading OEMs.

• Special end user support programs.

• Heavy equipment people specializing in fire suppression.


Industries AFEX Serves

• Mining

• Forestry

• Waste

• Slag

• Many other special equipment applications


AFEX in Mining

• Over 75% of our business is mining.

• Premier supplier of fire suppression systems to mining

industry in Latin America with 70-90% market share.

• Trusted by international mining companies.

• Safety is paramount.


Major AFEX Mining Companies Served

• Anglo American

• Barrick

• BHP Billiton

• Freeport-McMoran

• Newmont

• Rio Tinto

• Vale

• Xstrata

• Collahuasi

• Codelco

• IAMGold

• Yamana

• Goldcorp


What Makes AFEX Unique

• We specialize…It’s all we do!

• Responsive, proactive customer support.

• Targeted solutions for specific applications.

• Robust, Purpose Built Systems.

• A “Do It Right” Corporate Culture.

• Specialized distributors within and beyond

fire protection paradigm.


AFEX “CAT” Facts

• Caterpillar Equipment at Tucson, AZ Proving Grounds is protected with AFEX Systems.


AFEX “CAT” Facts

• CAT Endorsed Fire Suppression System (October 2012)

• CAT Field Follow on Tier 4 938K at Uniboard in North Carolina.

• CAT Field Follow on Tier 4 777G at Wharf Mine in South Dakota.

• AFEX chosen to protect the first CAT branded 6030 Hydraulic Shovel.

• Caterpillar Equipment at Tucson, AZ Proving Grounds is protected with AFEX Systems.

• CAT chose AFEX to protect the CAT 797 used for testing the new Michelin 5980R63 XDR tire at the Michelin Proving Grounds in Spain.

• AFEX has worked directly with Caterpillar Brazil to factory install systems on equipment manufactured in Piracicaba.


Caterpillar 785


Caterpillar 797


Caterpillar 5130B


Caterpillar 6030


AFEX Fire Suppression System

• Automatic Detection and Actuation

• Monitoring Alarm Panel

• Cab Actuator

• Remote Actuators

• Engine Shutdown

• Dry Chemical Agent A:B:C

• Liquid Suppressant Agent A:B

Actuation

Distribution

Detection


Standard Fire Suppression Agents

Dry Chemical Powder (Monoammonium Phosphate)

• A:B:C Fire Classes

• Great for flooding applications

• Rapid fire knockdown

• Greater hazard area coverage per footprint (protects ft3 (m3))

Liquid Chemical Agents

• A:B Fire Classes

• Rapid cooling to help prevent fire re-ignition

• Surface film forming

• Local application agent (protects ft2 (m2))

Dual Agent Systems incorporate the advantages of both agents

to address specific hazard areas of the machine.


AFEX Advantages

• Cartridge Operated

• Stainless Steel Tubing

Distribution

• Multiple Detection Options

• Environmentally Friendly

Suppression Agents

• Lower Maintenance Costs

• Heavy Duty Components

• Fewer Hose Assemblies


Cartridge Operation Advantage

Valve assembly,

O-Rings and Gauge weaken under vibration

and create leak points.

Cartridge Operated

Systems fight compaction by

breaking up powder

before discharge.

Cartridge Operated System Stored Pressure Extinguisher


System Installation Overview

• Machine considerations

• Size, Type, Application

• Component placement

• Components should not interfere with the

maintenance or operation of the vehicle.

• Nozzles and detection components target

high risk areas.

• Hoses safely routed to avoid damage.

• Actuators should be easily accessible.

• Customer input


Myths About Fire Suppression

• Myth: Success depends on choosing the right “product.”

• Fact: Success depends on understanding the equipment, the fire risk and the

application of the fire suppression system.

• Myth : Liquid Agents are the latest and greatest.

• Fact: Liquid Agents been around over 50 years.

• Myth : Australia only uses liquid agent suppression systems.

• Fact: We are seeing a transition to dual agent systems.

• Myth : All liquid agents are environmentally friendly.

• Fact: Some agents consist of more than 15% Ethylene Glycol.

• Myth : Any fire protection equipment dealer can install and service a vehicle fire suppression

system.

• Fact: Proper service and support requires understanding of the industry, the machine

and the application of the fire suppression system.


Industry Standards & System Certifications

• All standards are prescriptive to some extent and address inspection,

testing and maintenance.

• The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA): 17, 120,122

• Mine Safety Health Administration (MSHA)

• Regional & Country Specific Standards

• End User Specific Standards

• Third Party Laboratory Approvals include complete testing program of

components and overall system performance.

• Underwriters Laboratory maintained for 25 years (until 2009).

• Factory Mutual listed in 2009 with ongoing product developments and

testing.

• CE Mark


It’s Not Just About Product…

• A lot of fire protection is similar from product to product, but:

• Proper Design will make a fire suppression system durable.

• Proper Installation will make a fire suppression system effective.

• Proper Maintenance will make fire suppression system reliable.

• Proper Training will improve operator safety and enable a fire

suppression system to reduce equipment downtime.

• Therefore, it’s important to choose the right company.


Causes of Mining Equipment Fires

Analyses of Mobile Equipment Fires for All U.S. Surface andUnderground Coal and Metal/Nonmetal Mining. NIOSH 1990-1999.


End User Level Challenges

• Equipment Maintenance• Fix when broke vs. regular preventive

maintenance• Machine cleanliness

• Training for operators, mechanics and other onsite personnel

• Fire response procedures that incorporate other onsite fire protection resources and equipment

• Competition for space claim of other equipment accessories.


Quick Wins for Equipment Fire Protection

• Engine/Fan shutdown & hydraulic pressure relief

• NFPA 17, 120, 122

• Separate hot surfaces from high pressure hydraulics and other

flammables

• Cause of over 60% of all mine fires

• Regular Maintenance

• Training


Ready With New Applications For Today’s Technology

• Tier 4

• Liquid agent for cooling additional hot surfaces

• Telematics

• Interface with VIMS and other Telematics

• Wireless connectivity

• Autonomous/Remote Control

• Automatic systems make fire suppression a success in

remote environments

• Next generation control unit has remote discharge

capability


There’s Only One AFEX

• We’re the only company:

• That specializes in protecting off-road equipment against fire.

• Who has 100% of its resources dedicated to this focus.

• Whose business is 75% mining.

• Who has been doing this, and only this, for over 40 years.

• Who can truly offer customization.

• We service customer need markets, not compliance markets.

• We’re not part of a conglomerate and are not subject to

intercompany or interdivision competition for resources.

• AFEX is the subject matter expert on heavy off-road equipment fire

suppression systems.


AFEX Understands Mining Equipment

This is a purpose built product and

AFEX is purpose driven company

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