Definition(s)


Nominal Foam Production

Nominal foam production is the volume of foam produced per time unit, i.e., nominal flow rate times nominal foam expansion ratio, expressed in m3/min.

Source: IMO MSC.1/Circ.1271, Guidelines for the approval of high-expansion foam using inside air for the protection of machinery spaces and cargo pump-rooms, 4 June 2008, International Maritime Organization. Regulatory Guidance

 

Nominal Foam Production

Nominal foam production is the volume of foam produced per time unit, i.e. nominal flow rate times nominal foam expansion ratio, expressed in m3/min. <fixed foam fire-extinguishing systems>.

Source: IMO Resolution MSC.327(90), amendments to the International Code for Fire Safety Systems, 25 May 2012, International Maritime Organization. Regulatory Guidance

 

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