CGC SFPE - Introduction to Non-Fluorinated Foam

CGC SFPE Meeting - april 10, 2025

Introduction to non-fluorinated foam

When? April 10, 2025 11:30a - 1:30p

Where? Briquettes Steakhouse 901 Montlimar Dr. Mobile, AL 36609

Who? Mike Ragsdale, JCI

Food? Lunch

How Much? $35 for all "Friends of CGC" and Guests. Free for AHJ's in uniform and students. Event is included at no additional cost for SFPE members .

Topic? Introduction to Non-Fluorinated Foam

• Introduction to Non-Fluorinated Foam
• Review of AFFF / AR-AFFF foam concentrates
• Review of foam hardware
• Design considerations of using Non-Fluorinated Foam
• Converting existing AFFF / AR-AFFF systems to non-fluorinated foam

Mike Ragsdale

Mike Ragsdale is a Territory Manager with Johnson Controls, Inc. with 30 plus years of experience in the fire protection industry. Mike joined the Johnson Controls team in 2019 and is currently the Territory Sales Manager for Fixed Foam Systems and Tyco water products. Prior to JCI, Mike worked in contracting specifically for water-based fire protection systems. He specialized in inspection, service, design, and installation. Mike has a NICET Level 3 in Water-Based ITM and a NICET Level 2 in Water-Based Systems Layout. He is currently on the board of directors for the Florida Chapter of AFSA.