VLITEX Fire Blanket STANDARD

Fire Containment for Conventional Vehicle Fires

The VLITEX Fire Blanket STANDARD (AUTO) is a practical fire containment solution designed for conventional vehicle fires involving petrol and diesel vehicles. Constructed from durable silicone-coated fibreglass fabric, it allows rapid fire suppression without requiring water, foam, or dry chemical extinguishing agents.

Ideal for workshops, dealerships, fleet depots, ferries, parking facilities, transport hubs, and industrial sites, the blanket helps contain flames, reduce smoke, and minimise the risk of fire spreading to nearby vehicles and property.

Key Features

• Designed for conventional petrol and diesel vehicle fires
• No water, foam or powder required
• Independently tested material performance exceeding 1,000°C
• Silicone-coated fibreglass construction
• Continuous temperature resistance up to 650°C
• Helps contain flames, smoke and radiant heat
• Good explosion resistance characteristics
• High cut resistance
• High electrical resistance
• Non-flammable material construction
• No routine maintenance required
• Reusable following inspection and assessment
• Supplied in a highly visible red carry bag

Independently Tested and Verified

When selecting fire containment equipment, performance should be supported by testing, not just product claims.

The material used in the VLITEX Fire Blanket STANDARD has been independently tested by internationally recognised testing organisations, verifying key performance characteristics including:

• Short-term temperature resistance exceeding 1,000°C (>1,000 °C, KIWA certificate)
• Good explosion resistance characteristics (DIN EN ISO 13938-2)
• High cut resistance (18,45N; ISO 13997:1999-08)
• High electrical resistance (7,7 x 10 ^11 Ω; DIN 54345-1)
• Non-flammable material properties (DIN EN 13501, MPA)

For organisations requiring certification details or technical documentation, additional information is available on request.

Rapid Fire Control Without Water, Foam or Powder

The VLITEX Fire Blanket STANDARD offers a simple but effective method of managing conventional vehicle fires.

By covering the vehicle, the blanket helps restrict the oxygen supply feeding the fire, reducing flames, smoke, and radiant heat. This can help prevent fire from spreading to nearby vehicles, structures, equipment, or infrastructure.

Because no water, foam, or powder is required, the blanket provides an effective response option in locations where hydrants, hose reels, or firefighting appliances may not be immediately available.

Designed for High Vehicle Density Environments

The VLITEX Fire Blanket STANDARD is particularly suited to locations where multiple vehicles are parked or operating in close proximity.

Typical applications include:

• Vehicle workshops and repair facilities
• Automotive dealerships
• Fleet depots
• Underground and multi-storey car parks
• Ferries and roll-on roll-off vessels
• Transport and logistics facilities
• Mining and industrial operations
• Storage yards and vehicle compounds

In these environments, rapid deployment can help reduce operational disruption and limit fire-related damage.

Unlike specialist silica blankets that are typically intended for single use, the VLITEX Fire Blanket STANDARD may be reused following inspection, depending on the severity of exposure during the incident.

Important: Fire residues may be hazardous. Appropriate PPE and handling procedures should always be followed after deployment.

See also the Vlitex Fire Blanket Superior