LITH-EX FIRE EXTINGUISHER

Lithium-ion battery fires are among the most dangerous and unpredictable fire hazards in Hong Kong. From electric vehicles (EVs) to power banks, these battery-powered can ignite violently and is extremely difficult to be extinguished by Traditional fire extinguishers.

At Bedford & Co, we are proud to offer an effective solution to lithium battery fires: LITH-EX Fire Extinguishers (Available in 6 Liters and 9 Liters)

Why Lithium Battery Fires Require Specialized Protection?

Lithium batteries ignite differently than ordinary fires. When damaged or exposed to high temperatures, they undergo thermal runaway, a chain reaction causing rapid temperature spikes, release toxic flammable gas and become explosive.

Water, CO2, or dry chemical fire extinguishers can worsen the reaction and is unable to prevent reignition .

Where Should You Use Lithium Fire Extinguisher?

Electric Vehicle (EV) Safety :

• Charging Stations : Protect EVs during charging, a common trigger for battery failures.

• Garages & Dealerships : Safeguard fleets and repair shops handling lithium battery systems.

• Emergency Response : Equip fire trucks for roadside EV fire incidents.

Industrial & Manufacturing :

• Battery Production Facilities : Mitigate risks during lithium cell assembly or testing.

• Warehousing : Secure storage areas for lithium batteries, e-bikes, or power tools.

• Recycling Plants : Manage fires in e-waste processing facilities.

Tech & Renewable Energy :

• Data Centers : Protect server rooms with lithium battery backup systems.

• Solar/Wind Energy Storage : Tackle fires in large-scale battery arrays.

• Labs & Research : Secure environments testing lithium-based technologies.
  

Approved by the Hong Kong Fire Services Department for use in Hong Kong.

How It Works?

The revolutionary AVD fire fighting agent cools the fire source and encapsulates the lithium battery, inhibiting it from re-ignition and spread. Additionally, the AVD fire fighting agent is environmentally friendly and easy to clean up after discharge.

• Non-Reactive Chemistry: LITH-EX uses a proprietary AVD extinguishing agent that smother flames without reacting with lithium, preventing dangerous chemical interactions.

• Thermal Barrier: Creates a cooling, oxygen-blocking layer to halt thermal runaway and starve the fire of heat and oxygen.

• Reignition Prevention: Leaves a residue-free protective shield to prevent flare-ups after initial suppression.