What is BS EN 27201-1 – Specifications for halon 1211 and halon 1301 about?
BS EN 27201-1 discusses fire extinguishing media. The aim of the BS EN 27201 series is to provide the best industry requirements for safe and reliable fire extinguishing media, such that they play a positive role during a fire emergency.
BS EN 27201-1 is the first part of the BS EN 27201 series that specifies requirements for the following halogenated hydrocarbons for use as fire extinguishing media:
- Halon 1211 [bromochlorodifluoromethane (CF2ClBr)]
- Halon 1301 [bromotrifluoromethane (CF3Br)]
Note: BS EN 27201-1 does not deal with the conditions of use of these products in fire fighting equipment. Such equipment (portable fire extinguishers, fixed installations, etc.) will be dealt with in future International Standards.
Who is BS EN 27201-1 – Specifications for halon 1211 and halon 1301 for?
BS EN 27201-1 on halogenated hydrocarbons is useful for:
- Halogenated hydrocarbon manufactures
- Gas extinguishing systems manufacturers and suppliers
- Installers
- Entities involved in fire safety engineering
- Quality control and testing department
- Fire safety departments
- Local authorities
- Regulatory bodies
Why should you use BS EN 27201-1 – Specifications for halon 1211 and halon 1301?
Traditionally, halogenated hydrocarbons (halons) have been the only fire-extinguishing agents used in civil transport aircraft as fire extinguishers because they are effective on different kinds of fires and they are very lightweight. To prevent hazardous situations, it is necessary that halogenated hydrocarbons perform as per the best industry requirements.
BS EN 27201-1 provides you with requirements and test methods that can be followed while manufacturing halogenated hydrocarbons.
It will ensure that halogenated hydrocarbons represent the true behaviour of the product.
If you are a manufacturer, BS EN 27201-1 can ensure that your halogenated hydrocarbons contribute to the operational efficiency of the gas extinguishing system and contribute to a successful fire response.