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Are fire blankets dangerous?

As fire blankets become an increasingly important tool for managing EV fire incidents, understanding what they can and cannot do is essential. In this episode of the IFSJ Leaders in Fire & Safety Podcast, experts examine fire blanket safety, containment vs suppression, thermal runaway, deployment and the material technology behind modern fire blankets.

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Written by Anne Kathrine Bardal

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Are fire blankets dangerous?

In the latest episode of the IFSJ Leaders in Fire & Safety Podcast, Bridgehill joins International Fire and Safety Journal to take a closer look at that question and separate fact from fiction.

The discussion goes beyond the headlines to explore how fire blankets actually work, the difference between containment and extinguishment, what happens during thermal runaway, and why correct deployment and material technology matter.

With fire blanket technology developed in-house since 2014, a dedicated R&D department, and experience testing fire blankets on EVs, lithium-ion batteries, forklifts, buildings, and other demanding applications, Bridgehill brings years of research and practical testing to the conversation.

🎙️Listen in for a closer look at the science and innovation shaping the next generation of fire safety!

Read more: Can a fire blanket cause an explosion in an EV fire?

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