ECOFIRE FOREST

• 6-10x faster than water-based methods
• Critical in eucalyptus forests where fire spread can reach 20-30km/hour in extremeconditions

• Instant temperature drop allows firefighting crews to work 3-5 meters closer to activeflames
• Reduces operator heat stress and respiratory hazard (smoke encapsulation effect)

• Traditional retardants slow fire spread (retardant effect)
• Ecofire Forest creates permanent thermal barrier (blocker effect)
• Zero fire reactivation risk (critical for eucalyptus oil fires which commonly reignite)

• 25,000V dielectric rating (safe for use on electrical fires in forestry machinery)
• Water is conductive and lethal on electrical fires
• Critical for protecting harvesters, forwarders, skidders with complex electrical systems

Western Australia:

• Swan Coastal Plain, Jarrah Forest plantations
• Yalgoo/Geraldton Sandplains
• Esperance Plains, Mallee regions

High fuel loads + severe rainfall deficits New South Wales:

• Central Northern NSW (high fuel accumulation)
• Central Coast 16 homes destroyed December 2025, 1 NPWS firefighter killed)
• Southern Highlands, North Coast plantation areas Victoria:
• Southwest Otways, Mornington Peninsula)
• Central Victoria, Southwest Gippsland
• Kinglake/Yarra Ranges Black Saturday trauma areas)
• State of Disaster declared 18 LGAs, February 2026 South Australia:
• Southeast 33% hardwood estate lost in 2019 20
• Adelaide Hills (extreme interface risk) Tasmania:
• East Coast (damaging fires already this season)

Climate Reality: Fire Seasons Are Worsening

• Fire seasons now 3 months longer than 1990s
• 300% increase in late dry season wildfires (northern Australia)
• 50% reduction in prescribed burning weather windows
• Extreme fire danger days doubled since 1980
• AFAC forecast: Warmer than normal summer + below average rainfall = catastrophic conditions continuing through March 2026

Forests Fire Protection) Regulations 2025

Effective April 2025, these regulations impose:

• Tighter prescribed burn approval processes (narrower weather windows)
• Higher penalties for non–compliance: 50 penalty units = $9,879 fine
• Mandatory fire suppression equipment on all forestry vehicles
• Enhanced firebreak requirements around high-value timber areas

Ecofire Forest Compliance: Meets and exceeds all firebreak construction standards under Regulation 2025.

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• Bush Fire Hazard Reduction compliance mandatory
• Fire control officer sign-off required on all fire prevention plans
• WorkCover enforcement of documented fire safety for forestry workers

Ecofire Forest Compliance: Satisfies hazard reduction requirements with documented efficacy (APPLUS certification).

Insurance Industry Requirements

Following the 2019 20 Black Summer, Australian insurers have:

• Increased forestry operation premiums by 40-  80%
• Begun denying claims when «reasonable fire prevention measures» not demonstrated
• Requiring documented enhanced fire protection for policy renewal

Ecofire Forest provides: Complete technical documentation, certifications (APPLUS, CFA/RFS tested), and compliance evidence for insurance submissions.

Class A (Wood, Paper, Plastic): Ordinary combustibles, the most common type.
Extinguish with water, foam, or ABE dry powder.

Class B (Flammable Liquids): Liquids such as petrol, oil, and paint. Extinguish with foam, CO2, or ABE dry powder.

Class C (Combustible Gases): Gases like LPG, butane, or methane. Extinguish with ABE dry powder, ensuring the gas is shut off first.

Class D (Combustible Metals): Metals like magnesium, lithium, or aluminium. Requires specialized dry powder extinguishers.

Class E (Electrical Equipment): Energized electrical items. Extinguish with CO2 or dry powder; never use water.

Class F (Cooking Oils and Fats): High-temperature oils in kitchens. Use a wet chemical extinguisher.

Firebreak Efficiency: 

• 1 liter Ecofire = 40 – 60 liters water equivalent
• Conversion: 40 – 60x more effective than water

Speed of Action:

• Extinguishes active flames 6 – 10x faster than water-based methods
• Critical advantage in fast-moving eucalyptus fires 20 – 30km/hr spread rate)

Temperature Reduction:

• Instant temperature drop (unlike water which must evaporate first)
• Allows firefighters to approach 3  -5m closer to active flames
• Reduces radiant heat exposure for operators

Temperature Reduction:

• Instant temperature drop (unlike water which must evaporate first)
• Allows firefighters to approach 3 – 5m closer to active flames
• Reduces radiant heat exposure for operators

Smoke Encapsulation:

• Traps and encapsulates toxic smoke particles
• Reduces respiratory hazard by 90% (critical in eucalyptus fires with high volatile oil content)
• Inocuous to humans and animals (100% organic composition)

Duration of Protection:

• Remains active until 10L/m² cumulative rainfall occurs
• In Australian conditions: 2 – 6 months depending on region
• Note: 10L/m² rainfall is sufficient to naturally extinguish any residual fire risk

Shelf Life and Storage:

• 5-year shelf life from manufacture date
• Storage temperature range: 20°C to 75°C (suitable for Australian extremes)
• No pressurization required (unlike traditional extinguishers)
• Zero maintenance (no annual inspections like pressurized extinguishers)

Ideal For:

• Large plantation protection 500+ hectares)
• Government forestry agencies
• Contract forestry operations (multiple sites)
• Large private landholders

Deployment Methods:

• Helicopter/aerial application (large-scale coverage)
• Ground tanker spraying (perimeter firebreaks)
• Stationary pump distribution (work area protection)

Coverage: 1,000L creates 5 10km effective firebreak 10m wide standard) Applications Per Season: Typically 1 application lasts entire season 2 6 months) Price: Contact for bulk forestry pricing | Volume discounts available 5,000L+ orders)

Ideal For:

• Individual harvesting crews 1 bottle per crew member)
• Machinery protection (vehicle-mounted on harvesters, forwarders)
• Spot fire suppression (initial attack capability)
• Mobile forestry operations (multiple work sites)

Deployment Methods:

• Backpack carry (crew deployment)
• Vehicle-mounted bracket (immediate access)
• Pump spray application (perimeter protection)

Coverage: 5L protects 150 250m² (small fire suppression or machinery work area) Applications: Spot treatment, emergency suppression, machinery perimeter

Rule of thumb: 1L per 5 10m² of critical firebreak. For a 500-hectare plantation, 500 – 1,000L creates comprehensive perimeter protection. Contact us for free site assessment based on your specific operation, terrain, and fuel load.

Until 10L/m² cumulative rainfall occurs. In Australian forestry regions, this typically means 2 – 6 months depending on:

• Northern regions (higher rainfall): 2 – 3 months
• Southern regions (lower summer rainfall): 4 – 6 months
• Arid regions: Entire season 6+ months)

Yes—specifically designed for eucalyptus fire challenges. Ecofire Forest:

• Encapsulates volatile eucalyptus oils (prevents re-ignition)
• Prevents flashback (eucalyptus oils commonly cause fire reactivation)
• Reduces temperature instantly (eucalyptus fires burn hotter than other species)
• Smoke encapsulation (eucalyptus fires produce dense, toxic smoke)

100% safe. Ecofire Forest is:

• 100% organic (cellulose + food-grade starch)
• 100% biodegradable (breaks down naturally)
• Harmless to native fauna (koalas, possums, wallabies, birds)
• Safe for water catchments EPA approved, zero contamination)
• Eucalyptus regeneration safe (no soil pH disruption)
• Meets EPBC Act 1999 environmental requirements

Yes. Ecofire Forest meets and exceeds:

• Firebreak construction requirements
• Fire suppression equipment mandates
• Prescribed burn containment standards
• Penalties for non-compliance: up to $9,879 Ecofire ensures compliance

Many insurers offer premium reductions for documented enhanced fire protection (typically 10 20% reduction = $5,000 $15,000/year). We provide complete technical specifications, APPLUS certification, and CFA/RFS testing documentation for insurance submission. Check with your specific insurer.

Yes—dual protection:

• Class B rating (flammable liquids: diesel, hydraulic oil)
• Class C rating (electrical fires up to 25,000V
• Non–corrosive (won’t damage hydraulic systems, electronics like ABC powder extinguishers)
• Vehicle-mounted 5L bottles provide immediate access for equipment operators

Zero maintenance. Unlike pressurized extinguishers (require annual inspections under Australian standards), Ecofire Forest is maintenance-free. 5-year shelf life with no servicing requirements.

Express delivery: 2 – 3 business days Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide) | 3 5 days (regional areas). Current stock limitations apply (see Stock Availability section). Orders placed before 28 Feb 2026 receive priority allocation.