Councils & Waste Services
Fire Protection Solutions for Local Councils and Waste Service Providers
Protect Assets, Workers and Communities with F-500 Encapsulator Agent
Local councils are responsible for an increasingly complex range of services and infrastructure, including battery-powered tools and machinery, electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, waste collection vehicles and landfill sites. As lithium battery technology becomes more common in everyday operations, so too does the fire risk it brings.
F-500 Encapsulator Agent (EA) is a powerful, PFAS-free fire suppression solution trusted globally to handle modern fire challenges, including the growing threat of lithium-ion battery fires. For councils, it’s not just a fire-fighting agent – it’s an asset protection tool that enhances safety across multiple departments.
For private Waste and Recycling operators, the fire risk around lithium batteries is on the increase at Material Recovery Facilities, landfill sites and in waste transfer vehicles. ENCAPS can customise a range of fire suppression solutions to suit the specific needs. Email sales@encaps.com.au for a customised solution.
Why F-500 EA is a Smart Choice for Councils;
Proven Lithium Battery Fire Suppression
Safe for People, Equipment and the Environment
Multi-Class Fire Capability (A, B, C, D, F)
Rapid Heat Reduction and Vapour Encapsulation
Compatible with Existing Firefighting Equipment
Proven to significantly reduce odours produced by landfill and recycling plants
Applications in Council
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Lithium battery fires can occur mid-route or at landfill sites, putting drivers, vehicles and the public at risk.
F-500 EA is ideal for onboard fire suppression systems and quick-response fire extinguishers:
Works effectively on mixed-fuel loads, including plastics, oils and lithium batteries.
Reduces fire temperatures rapidly, minimising vehicle damage.
Compact and easy to store in council vehicles and depots.
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Batteries buried in rubbish, green waste and recycling loads can burn underground, release toxic fumes and escalate quickly.
F-500 EA provides critical advantages:
Penetrates deep-seated fires, even underground or in compacted materials.
Suppresses flammable vapours and cuts off oxygen pathways.
Reduces reliance on excessive water use and environmental runoff concerns.
Encapsulates the odour producing hydrocarbons from waste and decomposing organic matter.
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As councils roll out electric vehicle infrastructure, the risk of thermal runaway or electrical fires at charging points grows - especially in unsupervised locations or poorly ventilated areas.
F-500 EA enables councils to:
Equip EV charging areas with reliable extinguishing capability.
Protect both vehicles and charging equipment with non-conductive suppression.
Support safe and sustainable fleet transition without increasing fire risk.
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Battery-Powered Tools & Machinery
Parks, public works and maintenance crews increasingly use battery-powered tools and equipment - from leaf blowers to power drills and ride-on mowers. These batteries can fail during charging, use, or transport.
F-500 EA advantages:
Extinguishes lithium battery fires at the source.
Prevents re-ignition by cooling and encapsulating the fuel.
Non-corrosive - safe to use around sensitive equipment and machinery.
Be Prepared. Be Protected.
F-500 Encapsulator Agent is already used by fire services, utilities and industrial operators around the world. For local governments, it provides a cost-effective, multi-use solution that protects people, assets and infrastructure in the face of new energy challenges.
F-500 EA is compatible with:
Fire extinguishers and suppression systems
Council trucks and service vehicles
Depot storage and maintenance facilities
First-response kits for field workers
Encaps: Your Partner in Council Fire Safety
At Encaps, we support councils and private operators across Australia with fire suppression systems, portable equipment, product supply and technical training tailored to your specific operations.
Equip your site and staff with the right tools to manage lithium battery fires and beyond.
