Introduction

Firefighting foams are key tools for the control and extinction of liquid fuel fires. This talk traces the origins of PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substance) use in foams, the switch from long to short chain PFAS, and the development of PFAS-free foams, with an emphasis on the physical chemistry processes that underlie foam properties and performance.

Speakers

• Dr John Payne Angus Fire Safety, United Kingdom

  https://angusfire.co.uk/

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Sponsorship & supporting organisations

Royal Society of Chemistry

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Sponsors

Royal Society of Chemistry

Venue

University of Plymouth

Robbins Lecture Theatre, University of Plymouth, University of Plymouth, Drake Circus, Plymouth, PL4 8AA, United Kingdom

Useful links

• Venue information More information about the venue

Organised by

University of Plymouth

Contact information

Professor Mark Fitzsimons
University of Plymouth
00 44 1752 584555
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