Firefighters extinguishing a fire with water streams in a dark setting

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Novacool

The Next Generation in Firefighting Technology

Blachford’s Novacool UEF™ is a patented, highly effective, multi-class fire suppressant that efficiently extinguishes Class A, B,D, K and 3D fires faster, safer, and with less water. By combining advanced surfactant chemistry that allows treated water to fully penetrate the substrate and provide a unique cooling mechanism, Novacool delivers superior performance while reducing environmental impact and overall firefighting costs.

Key Benefits:

  • Highly cost-effective—lowest ‘final foam cost’ of any commercially available suppressant at 0.5% dosing rate
  • Rapid extinguishment and cooling, reducing re-ignition risk
  • Safer, faster fire approach thanks to its patented cooling effect
  • Enhanced rescue and recovery—less structural damage and pollution
  • Compatible with fresh, brackish, or seawater; minimizes runoff and water damage
  • Fluorine free (no PFAS – PFOA/PFOA)
  • Free of any Prop. 65 ingredients
  • Non-toxic, biodegradable
  • Manufactured in the USA

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Firefighter in a forest with controlled burns

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EZ-Fire™ Gel Agent

Reliable Ignition for Controlled Burns, Even in Wet Conditions.

Blachford’s EZ-Fire™ Gel Agent is a proven solution for slash burning, forestry management, and brush pile clearing.

Formulated with aluminum octoate chemistry, EZ-Fire mixes easily with non-ethanol gasoline to form a thick gel that burns hot, steady, and long, helping evaporate surface moisture and ignite even the toughest, dampest material.

Used by forestry services, private landowners, and the lumber industry, EZ-Fire supports safe, efficient, and controlled burning operations in all weather conditions.

Technical Background
EZ-Fire™ is derived from Blachford’s Calford G-760 aluminum octoate—a room-temperature gelling agent originally developed from our Calford G-810 intermediate. This specialized chemistry enables controlled gel formation and consistent performance across forestry, oilfield, and industrial applications.