Post on 18-Dec-2015
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The A-1 Fire Wrap
• When the fires hit, more than one
pole is usually destroyed
• The cost of replacement of an
average wooden pole is $3,000 to
$4,500 in urban areas, sometimes
tripled in remote areas.
• AlphaGen’s coating prevents both
damage and waste of funds.
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The A-1 Fire Wrap
• Coatings and fire
retardant chemicals
have not been
successful in the past
• Many have caused
environmental problems.
• AlphaGen’s wrap is the
answer.Power Poles in Danger by major fire
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Material Testing
Evaluating the Results
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What is the A-1 Fire Wrap
-A manufactured component designed to
resist sunlight, impact, graffiti, theft, and
above all: fire
-It expands to many times its original thickness
producing a stable, fibrous, insulation char.
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Opening Wrap for Installation
Installation CompleteWrap Snapped in Place
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Fabrication
• Production lengths of 5’, 10’ and 12’
• Diameters: 10 thru18”
• Thickness: 30 – 60 mils
• Custom sizes available
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Specifications
• For wood, FRP and concrete poles• Fire rating:
– Standard: 30 minutes to 1 hour
– Extended times available for custom wraps
• Temperature rating 2200° F• Corrosion resistant• UV and weather resistant• Expected life: 25 years
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A-1 Fire Wrap• Designed to protect utility poles in
remote areas where brush or forest
fires are prevalent.
• When fire occurs the cover is
expended but the pole is unaffected.
• Old cover is removed and replaced.
• Cover can be applied to piping,
ducting, and various structures that
might be exposed to fire conditions.
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Wrap Applied
No Damage 1 Hour Later
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Conclusion
• Cover is lightweight and cost effective
• Provides fire protection and offers protection from
vermin, weathering and woodpeckers
• Can be easily removed for inspection, climbing or
field work
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• Light weight and can be easily transported
to remote sites
• Wrap shape facilitates ease of installation
• Cover is installed after pole is in place
• Environmentally acceptable
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AlphaGen Materials Technology Inc.
500 E 6th Street Vinton IA 52349
Website: www.alphagencoatings.com
Email: info@alphagenenergy.com
319 – 472 – 3570