Saving lives is the first mission, and FCL-X is helping firefighters do just that.
At Full Circle Lithium, we have always focused on tackling the most dangerous fires of our time: lithium-ion battery incidents. But as our research expanded, so did our mission. What started with EV fire testing quickly evolved into live-burn studies on Class A structure fires, and what we discovered could change frontline fire suppression as we know it.
The Problem: Less Time, More Danger
Thirty years ago, occupants had over 15 minutes to escape a typical house fire. Today, that number is closer to 3 to 4 minutes, a terrifying statistic confirmed by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). The reason is clear: modern homes are filled with synthetic materials such as petroleum-based plastics, polyurethane foam, and engineered wood that ignite faster, burn hotter, and reach flashover in record time.
Every structure is considered occupied until proven otherwise, and rapid search and rescue is the fire service’s number one priority. The question is, how do we make entry safer and give trapped civilians a fighting chance?
The Solution: Aggressive Attack Backed by Science
Our team conducted extensive testing on the cooling and extinguishing performance of FCL-X in live structure burns. By adding FCL-X directly to the booster tank, we empowered crews to deploy the solution immediately on first-in lines.
The results were clear:
- Faster knockdown of flames
- Significantly lower interior temperatures, confirmed via thermal imaging
- No reignition or post-application flashover growth
- Safe-to-touch surfaces immediately after suppression
FCL-X performed beyond expectations, dramatically improving initial attack effectiveness and reducing environmental risk for search crews entering the structure.
Real Impact, Real Survivability
When seconds count, cooling the environment quickly buys precious time for rescue. FCL-X does not just work; it redefines what is possible on the fireground.
At Full Circle Lithium, we are committed to real-world research, frontline feedback, and delivering solutions that make a measurable difference. FCL-X is not just for EV fires; it is a performance upgrade for every hose line.