Foam Bladder Tank — Horizontal, Vertical & Portable Systems
CA-FIRE manufactures a complete range of foam bladder tank systems for fixed and mobile foam fire suppression. All models operate on a fully hydraulic proportioning principle — no electricity required — delivering ±0.3% mixing accuracy at 3% or 6% ratio across flow rates from 4 L/s to 360 L/s and tank volumes from 0.5 m³ to 13.0 m³. NFPA 11 compliant. GB / ISO 9001 / CE certified. Supplied to projects in 50+ countries.
Foam Bladder Tank Product Range
Horizontal Foam Bladder Tank
Low-profile horizontal configuration for underground pump rooms, basement plant rooms, shipboard suppression spaces and low-ceiling industrial buildings where vertical headroom is restricted. Widest flow range: 4–360 L/s.
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Vertical Foam Bladder Tank
Upright configuration with minimal floor footprint — preferred for above-ground fire pump rooms, equipment buildings and plant rooms where ceiling height is available but floor space is constrained. 6 flow rate models: PHY 8 to PHY 64.
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Portable Fire Foam Unit
Self-contained mobile foam suppression unit for first response, temporary protection and supplementary coverage where fixed systems are unavailable. Pre-connected proportioner, hose reel and foam monitor on a wheeled or skid-mounted frame. Ready to deploy.
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Three key questions determine the right foam bladder tank configuration for your project:
| Your Situation | Specify This Product | Key Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Underground pump room, basement, shipboard, or low-ceiling building |
Horizontal Foam Bladder Tank
PHYM Series · 4–360 L/s View Horizontal Tank → |
Horizontal orientation minimises installed height — fits where vertical tanks cannot. Saddle-mounted on foundation, no structural height requirement above tank crown. Widest flow range in the CA-FIRE range: 4–360 L/s. |
| Above-ground fire pump room, plant room, or equipment building with limited floor space |
Vertical Foam Bladder Tank
PHY Series · 8–120 L/s View Vertical Tank → |
Vertical orientation uses ceiling height to minimise floor footprint — in some sizes less than half the floor area of an equivalent horizontal tank. Preferred where floor space is shared with pumps, switchgear and other equipment. |
| No fixed system — first response, temporary protection, or mobile supplementary suppression |
Portable Foam Fire Extinguishing System
Mobile · 4–8 L/s View Portable Unit → |
Self-contained unit — proportioner, foam tank, hose and nozzle on a single wheeled or skid-mounted frame. No fixed pipework required. Deployable to any hazard location within minutes. |
| High flow rate system >120 L/s (large tank farm, major aircraft hangar) |
Horizontal Foam Bladder Tank
PHYM Series · up to 360 L/s View Horizontal Tank → |
The PHYM series horizontal tank reaches 360 L/s — more than 3× the maximum flow rate of the vertical range. For large petrochemical tank farm and major hangar systems, the horizontal configuration is the only CA-FIRE option that covers peak flow demand. |
Full Specification Comparison
All CA-FIRE foam bladder tank systems deliver ±0.3% mixing accuracy and require no electrical power for proportioning. Key differences:
| Parameter | Horizontal Bladder Tank | Vertical Bladder Tank | Portable Foam Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Series / Model | PHYM Series | PHY Series (PHY 8–64) | Portable Unit |
| Orientation | Horizontal | Vertical (upright) | Mobile / wheeled |
| Flow Range | 4–360 L/s | 8–120 L/s | 4–8 L/s |
| Tank Volume | 0.5–13.0 m³ | 0.5–13.0 m³ | Fixed (self-contained) |
| Working Pressure | 0.6–1.2 MPa | 0.6–1.2 MPa | — |
| Main Pipe Diameter | DN80–DN250 | DN80–DN250 | Built-in |
| Mixing Accuracy | ±0.3% | ±0.3% | ±0.3% |
| Mixing Ratio | 3% or 6% | 3% or 6% | 3% or 6% |
| Electricity Required | None ✓ | None ✓ | None ✓ |
| Installation Type | Fixed — saddle-mounted | Fixed — base-mounted | Mobile — no civil works |
| Best For | Underground / low headroom / high flow | Limited floor space / above ground | First response / temporary protection |
| Certifications | GB · ISO 9001 · CE | GB · ISO 9001 · CE | GB · ISO 9001 |
| Product Page | Horizontal Foam Bladder Tank → | Vertical Foam Bladder Tank → | Portable Foam Unit → |
Why Specify CA-FIRE Foam Bladder Tank Systems
✓ Factory Tested — Every Unit
Every foam bladder tank is hydrostatically tested to 1.5 MPa and proportioning accuracy verified to ±0.3% before despatch. Full test certification provided for authority submission — no site testing surprises.
✓ Free Hydraulic Sizing Support
CA-FIRE's engineering team calculates tank volume, proportioner flow rating and pipe diameter for your system — confirming the correct foam bladder tank system configuration per NFPA 11 or GB standard discharge duration requirements.
✓ Fully Customisable Range
Tank volumes 0.5–13.0 m³, pipe diameters DN80–DN250, flow rates 4–360 L/s, 3% or 6% mixing ratio — all adjustable to match your system hydraulic design. No forced over-specification to the nearest catalogue size.
✓ 50+ Countries · ISO 9001 · GB Certified
CA-FIRE foam bladder tank manufacturers with ISO 9001 certified production, GB 5135 standard certification, and over a decade supplying petrochemical, aviation, marine and industrial foam suppression projects globally.
CA-FIRE Foam Bladder Tank System Range
All models supplied as complete systems — tank, proportioner, valves, gauges and system documentation included. Contact CA-FIRE for project-specific pricing.
| Product | Series | Configuration | Flow Range | Volume Range | Key Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horizontal Foam Bladder Tank View Product → | PHYM Series | Horizontal — low profile | 4–360 L/s | 0.5–13.0 m³ | Underground pump rooms · shipboard · low-ceiling buildings · large tank farms |
| Vertical Foam Bladder Tank View Product → | PHY Series | Vertical — compact footprint | 8–120 L/s | 0.5–13.0 m³ | Above-ground pump rooms · petrochemical plants · airports · warehouses |
| Portable Foam Fire Extinguishing System View Product → | Mobile Unit | Mobile — wheeled / skid | 4–8 L/s | Self-contained | First response · temporary protection · supplementary mobile suppression |
Custom tank volumes, pipe diameters, flow rates and mixing ratios available. All models supplied with proportioner, isolation valves, pressure gauges, safety valve and system documentation. Refer to NFPA 11 and NFPA 16 for foam suppression system design and installation requirements.
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Foam Bladder Tank System · 0.5–13.0 m³ · 4–360 L/s · NFPA 11 Compliant · Factory Direct · 50+ Countries
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