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.

AFEX knows heavy equipment.

Industries AFEX Serves

• Mining

• Forestry

• Waste

• Slag

• Many other special equipment applications

AFEX knows heavy equipment.

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.

AFEX knows heavy equipment.

Major AFEX Mining Companies Served

• Anglo American

• Barrick

• BHP Billiton

• Freeport-McMoran

• Newmont

• Rio Tinto

• Vale

• Xstrata

• Collahuasi

• Codelco

• IAMGold

• Yamana

• Goldcorp

AFEX knows heavy equipment.

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 knows heavy equipment.

AFEX “CAT” Facts

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

AFEX knows heavy equipment.

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.

AFEX knows heavy equipment.

Caterpillar 785

AFEX knows heavy equipment.

Caterpillar 797

AFEX knows heavy equipment.

Caterpillar 5130B

AFEX knows heavy equipment.

Caterpillar 6030

AFEX knows heavy equipment.

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

AFEX knows heavy equipment.

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 knows heavy equipment.

AFEX Advantages

• Cartridge Operated

• Stainless Steel Tubing

Distribution

• Multiple Detection Options

• Environmentally Friendly

Suppression Agents

• Lower Maintenance Costs

• Heavy Duty Components

• Fewer Hose Assemblies

AFEX knows heavy equipment.

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

AFEX knows heavy equipment.

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

AFEX knows heavy equipment.

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.

AFEX knows heavy equipment.

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

AFEX knows heavy equipment.

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.

AFEX knows heavy equipment.

Causes of Mining Equipment Fires

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

AFEX knows heavy equipment.

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.

AFEX knows heavy equipment.

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

AFEX knows heavy equipment.

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

AFEX knows heavy equipment.

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 knows heavy equipment.

AFEX Understands Mining Equipment

This is a purpose built product and

AFEX is purpose driven company