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The Panama Canal (ACP) has selected Ruth Lee manikins for its training operations. Our partner in Panama, Fire & Detection, highlighted the manikin’s many advantages—specifically its durability, realistic feel during scenarios, and ability to withstand even the roughest training conditions

Technical sheet

On July 1st, 3F Mexico—represented by Dr. Thierry Bluteau, Director of 3F Americas—had the pleasure of participating in the technical sessions organized by the Mexican Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association (AMRACI).

The organization’s primary objective is to foster a culture of prevention and professionalize the industry. It brings together manufacturers, engineers, and distributors to ensure professional-grade systems, the use of certified products, and the implementation of cutting-edge technologies, all with the aim of guaranteeing complete fire safety across the country.

On this occasion, Dr. Bluteau delivered a presentation titled “Next-Generation 3F Smart Foams: Fluorine-free, Solvent-Free low-viscosity technology compatible with existing systems.” Through this topic, he provided critical information regarding the significant pollution caused by PFOS and PFAS—substances found in the AFFF foams commonly used in the fire protection sector.

This highlighted the importance of adopting new fluorine-free fire-fighting foam technologies, such as the “SMART FOAM” line manufactured by 3F in the United Kingdom.The presentation was a resounding success; in addition to sharing the aforementioned vital information, Dr. Bluteau detailed the use of FREEGEN SF-LV low-viscosity foams. This unique technology allows for a transition to new fluorine-free foams without requiring modifications to currently installed systems, thereby eliminating additional migration costs. Furthermore, these foams are solvent-free—a unique 3F characteristic—making them the highest ecofriendly option on the market.

Congratulations to Dr. Thierry Bluteau on his significant contribution to this event and for championing new technologies that support an environmentally friendly world.

Following its great success at INTERSCHUTZ, 3F strategic activity continued with an important meeting for international cooperation. 3F had the pleasure to receive the company GREEN FIRE Chile, namely its General Manager Mr Felipe Guzmán.
The main purpose of the visit was to present our installations, our rigorous processes for manufacturing and quality control for our foams and high-pressure FAS systems.

This technical and commercial visit culminated with the participation of our international delegates:

• Xiomara Escalante (3F Américas)
• Pablo Rojas (3F Ecuador)
• Armando Merino (3F México)

This visit not only allowed to strengthen the key relationship links in Latino America, but also provided the opportunity for our 3F Americas team to deepen their knowledge of our products.

From the 1st to the 5th of June, 3F attended INTERSCHUTZ, the biggest fair for sectors of Safety and Security. With an impressive stand of 120 m², 3F received numerous customers and distributors from around the world.
The major event was the presentation of two exclusive new innovative foams, without equivalent on the market:
FREEGEN 1
FREEGEN 1×3
Both foams are fluor-free (F3-AR) super concentrates, designed to achieve highest ranking of efficiency and durability.
During the fair, we reinforced the level trust with our network of customers and distributors and affirmed our position as world leader in the chemistry of low viscosity firefighting foams SMART FOAM, fluor-free and solvent-free.
Thanks to all our visitors, who make it possible to optimize our goals in firefighting protection

3F continues its expansion in Latin America with the creation of a new entity in Ecuador. The company, based in Quito, will directly offer our entire product range, as well as locally manufactured fire trucks, ambulances, and pickup 4×4.
This new company strengthens 3F’s position in the Americas with an expanded presence in Mexico, Panama, and Ecuador.

SHG is pleased to introduce the ALPSEEsubmersible pump as the latest member of our pump family. ALPSEE complies with DIN 14425 and convinces in particular with an integrated flat suction device, which enables automatic low-level pumping down to a few millimeters’ depth without the use of additional accessories. For optimal and smooth use of the pump, accessory packages with non-return flap and 3 m or 5 m PVC spiral hose are also available. ALPSEE is compact and economic. Find more in our tech sheet.

Electric cars are becoming ever more present on our roads. They present ecological advantages but represent a new challenge for firefighters. Lithium batteries can burn and react to water and foam and release toxic and flammable gases at high temperature. Powder is not efficient either.

To address this peculiar risk, 3F offers a range of special blanket TEXCAR, available in 4 sizes. TEXCAR resists to high temperature but avoids the concentration of gases and eliminates the risk of explosion.

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FREEGEN ULTRA achieves approval to the new version of VdS 3124:2025-01 for extinction in sprinkler systems. This was achieved together with pour distributor TSF Germany.
Our product passed successfully all fire tests on a large list of solvents and hydrocarbons at a concentration of use at 3%. The list includes the most difficult fuel : aldehyde, which was extinguished at an application rate of 25 l/sqm.mn
On top of that, FREEGEN ULTRA used at 1% was approved on fires of plastics.
The tests demonstrate the efficiency of FREEGEN ULTRA in the most difficult application.

3F participated in an event organised at SCORPE premises in France on the 17th and 18th of June of 2025. More than 40 distributors from Europe, Asia and Latino America assisted to a large and lively demonstration showing the new release of Scorpe tools, such as extraction tools, USAR equipment, ventilators, lights,… All that happened on the training ground of TCS, Scorpe school for firefighters. We witnessed an impressive extinction of van filled with 12 tyres, extinguished with a FAS unit and only 220 litres of water / additive FREEFOR SF. It was a great opportunity to see the TEC-800, Angatec innovative robot.