Halon Gas
Halon gas is a chemical compound widely used as an extinguishing agent for suppressing fires without leaving any residue. The most commonly used types are Halon 1211 and Halon 1301. However, due to its ozone-depleting properties, its production was prohibited under the Montreal Protocol.
In Brazil, as in other countries that have signed the protocol, companies accredited by IBAMA and CETESB are authorised to receive and recycle these gases to meet fire protection needs, as no substitute with equivalent efficiency has been developed.
Modirum | GESPI holds the largest reserve of Halon gas in Brazil and is certified by IBAMA and CETESB to facilitate recycling and manage Halon disposal for companies deactivating or modernising their fire-fighting systems. Additionally, we are qualified to conduct inspections and hydrostatic testing of Halon extinguishers used in:
- Fire-fighting for air and sea navigation
- Military applications
- Cultural and artistic collections
- Electric and nuclear energy generation and transformation plants
- Offshore oil extraction platforms
Environment
Sanitation Technology
Company
Ibama – Brazilian
Institute of the Environment
