Revolutionary Operational Features and Advantages of the ExploSafe Explosion Prevention System™:
Prevents the detonation of flammable liquids and gases in containers
Limits and delays spread of fire
Has no life limit. This means reliable permanent safety and protection
Only displaces approximately 1% to 3% of the total volume of the can
Has no effect on the flow rate of fuel
Reduces evaporation of fuel by 60% at 100°F (37.8°C)
Is indifferent to non-polar chemical compounds
Does not affect the physio-chemical properties of the fuel or the container
Is lightweight, therefore does not increase the weight of a metal jerry can by a significant amount.
All fuel cans in the Pro Quip range are Certified to Australian Standard AS2906:2001and the 20L Metal Jerry cans have also passed stringent Defence Force testing.
The Explosafe Explosion Prevention System™ relies on a precision engineered proprietary aluminium alloy mesh to provide extraordinary protection from explosive combustion in fuel tanks and other vessels containing flammable liquids and gases. The Explosafe special aluminium alloy has been developed to provide rapid thermal conductivity, rigid mesh structure, crush strength and superior corrosion resistance. This proprietary alloy is then custom machined in patented equipment to create an extraordinarily lightweight aluminium alloy mesh which, when installed in a fuel tank or other vessel containing flammable liquids or gases, will prevent explosive combustion.
The Explosafe Explosion Prevention System is the result of over fifteen years of research, development and engineering in Germany and has been conclusively demonstrated to prevent explosive combustion in fuel tanks and other vessels containing flammable liquids and gases.
General Description
Explosafe is the result of more than 10 years of research and development to achieve the optimum shape and material configuration, and the product, production process and machinery are protected internationally by patents.
The special aluminium alloy used in the Explosafe has been developed to provide rapid thermal conductivity, rigid mesh structure, enormous crush strength and superior corrosion resistance.
Explosafe Product Characteristics
The use of Explosafe to suppress fires and explosions has been successfully demonstrated in liquid fuels and gases. The mesh, when installed in containers containing volatile fuels (hydrocarbons or oxygenates), prevents the explosion or detonation of the fuel and greatly reduces hydrodynamic ram effect from ballistic penetrations. This has been made possible where, by reducing the mesh diameter, there is an increased tendency to extinguish the fire. This rule seems to be independent of the fuels and depends mainly on the type of mesh installed.
Explosafe Specifications
The Explosafe Explosion Prevention System™ has been conclusively demonstrated to prevent explosive combustion in fuel tanks and other vessels containing flammable liquids and gases.
Until recently, Explosafe was used exclusively by the European military – installed in over 1,000 tanks and armored personnel carriers in over seven countries.
We are now proud to bring this technology to other markets.
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Safe Refueling tips from Worksafe Victoria
When refueling petrol or diesel powered portable equipment there must be safe systems of work in place to reduce the ignition risk.
These may include:
When Refueling:
Turn the equipment off and give it time for the hot parts to cool down
Remove the equipment from inside vehicles
Remove the equipment from trailers or surfaces (eg plastic or rubber) to ground out any static charge built up on the equipment
Refuel away from other heat and possible ignition sources
Refuel in a well-ventilated area
Do not refuel in low lying areas, where vapours can accumulate
Refuel only from approved labelled fuel containers
Use a funnel, to reduce the risk of static electricity and fuel spillage
Ensure suitable fire extinguishers are readily accessible
Replace fuel caps on equipment and fuel containers tightly.
Is the 10L AFAC Olive ExploSafe Metal Can the right Jerry can for your needs?
Use the Fuel Can Select System to find out more.
Have a question on our Metal Jerry Can? head over to our FAQ page. You will find tips and tricks that will help extend the life of your can and help you navigate your ways through any issues.
Pro Quip Metal Jerry Cans, AFAC Colour Coded Cans, Screw U, 2L Proper Can and ExploSafe:
For over 30 years the Pro Quip Metal Jerry Can has been the highest quality portable fuel storage option on the Australian market. All Pro Quip Metal Jerry Cans are certified to AS2906:2001, stamped with UN approval and 20L versions meet stringent Defence Force Testing. Pro Quip offers 5, 10 and 20 Litre options of the Traditional Military Style Jerry Can in a wide range of colours to suit general purpose storage, camping and leisure use, emergency services use (AFAC colour coded range and ExploSafe range) and Military use (NSN). The new Proper 2L Fuel Can is the pinnacle of quality and refinement for small, convenient, portable fuel storage.
Be sure to compliment your Pro Quip Metal Jerry Can with European Made Pro Quip Metal Jerry Can Accessories which include specially designed Flexible Pourers, Shut-off Pourers, Replacement Seals and Jerry Can Holders.
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