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THE DEVELOPMENT OF A DRY POWDER EXTINGUISHING AGENT FOR METAL FIRES

Elkins, G.H., 1964. THE DEVELOPMENT OF A DRY POWDER EXTINGUISHING AGENT FOR METAL FIRES. Fire Research Notes 545


ABSTRACT

A dry powder based on boron trioxide has been developed, and will extinguish metal fires without production of toxic fumes. The use of a larger particle size and range than is usual with dry powder extinguishing agents is advocated.



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