Wildfires are growing more intense, destructive and frequent, yet some firefighting agencies have struggled to keep pace. Individuals and agencies process the adoption of improvements differently. Most begin the process of evaluating new concepts or products with testing, studying and analyzing.
How they move forward separates them into three categories:
- The Skeptics - Those who deny, limit, resist and prohibit change and improvement
- The Overthinkers - Those who continue to evaluate without making a decision
- The Innovators - Those who accept, allow and adopt
Despite technological advancements, many fire agencies remain slow to adopt innovative solutions, often hindered by bureaucracy, outdated policies, regulatory delays and risk-averse leadership. The consequence? More fires escaping initial containment, leading to larger, costlier and deadlier wildfires.
A Need for Faster, More Effective Initial Attack
In aerial firefighting, rapid response is critical to preventing small fires from becoming large-scale disasters. While water and aerial retardants play essential roles in firefighting, there is a need for enhanced solutions that maximize efficiency, reduce environmental impact, and optimize resource use. Regulatory delays and risk-averse leadership often prevent the integration of such solutions into standard operating procedures.
BLAZETAMER380: Enhancing Firefighting Capabilities
BLAZETAMER380™ offers a proven, tested alternative that enhances aerial and ground firefighting operations. BLAZETAMER380™ is a liquid-concentrate water enhancer that increases the effectiveness of water drops by up to three times. It allows water to penetrate fuels more efficiently, reducing flame intensity and improving containment success. It can be used alongside existing retardant strategies, offering a complementary tool for comprehensive wildfire response.
BLAZETAMER380™ is approved on the USDA QPL for use in all types of aircraft; multi engine and single engine airtankers, helicopters with fixed tanks or buckets and all types of ground equipment, including engines and all-terrain vehicles.
Key Advantages of BLAZETAMER380™
- Enhanced Effectiveness: Improves water’s ability to suppress fire by reducing evaporation and increasing penetration.
- Cost-Efficient: The cost per mixed gallon is 85% less than retardant. There is a reduction of required equipment and logistical support compared to traditional retardants. Efficiency equates to a reduction of flight time, further reducing costs.
- Environmentally Friendly: Non-toxic, non-corrosive and safe for waterways, vegetation, and wildlife.
- Versatile & Scalable – Compatible with all aerial and ground equipment, ensuring seamless integration into existing firefighting strategies.
- Proven Track Record – Approved by multiple regulatory agencies, including the U.S. Forest Service and successfully tested in diverse firefighting scenarios worldwide. Over 30 million gallons delivered to fires globally.
Breaking Through Bureaucratic Barriers
The firefighting industry must embrace modernization to equip crews with the best available technology. As climate change fuels longer and more severe fire seasons, agencies need to prioritize efficiency and effectiveness in wildfire suppression. The urgency for modernized firefighting strategies cannot be overstated. Firefighters need every tool available to combat increasingly dangerous wildfires.
BLAZETAMER380™is manufactured in Australia and distributed globally. For more information see the Training Modules under the “Resources” tab on our website www.blazetamer.com
