avflagningsmedel
Avflagningsmedel is a Swedish term for extinguishing agents used to suppress or control fires. The category encompasses a variety of chemicals and compounds that interrupt the fire triangle—heat, fuel, and oxygen—either by removing oxygen, cooling the fire, or preventing the release of combustible gases. The primary types of avflagningsmedel include carbon dioxide, foam, dry powder, and water, each suited to particular fire classes and environments.
Carbon dioxide agents consist of compressed gas that displaces oxygen in the vicinity of the fire. They
Dry powder agents, often composed of monoammonium phosphate or sodium bicarbonate, work by forming a barrier
Regulations for avflagningsmedel use vary by country, but generally require training for operators, proper storage conditions,