Wildland Fires
WHAT'S NEEDED
Why Wildland Fires Demand Advanced Firefighting Solutions
Wildland fires spread rapidly due to fuel-controlled conditions and environmental challenges like high winds. A fast initial attack, wind-resistant stream, wide coverage, and deep penetration are critical to prevent exponential fire growth. Dense brush and dry timber require nozzles that deliver long reach and high stream penetration for effective suppression.
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Performance
HEN® BLADE™ NOZZLES DELIVER ON THESE NEEDS
Wind Resistance
Large Water Droplets
HEN BLADE nozzles produce large water droplets that are resistant to high winds.
Superior Coverage
Wide BLADE™
Pattern
The BLADE pattern provides a wide linear stream that effectively covers a large area.
Long Reach
Solid Stream Pattern
The tight solid stream provides a concentrated flow to suppress deep burning and extended stream reach.
THE STORY
MAUI FIRE LEADERS RETHINK THE PLAYBOOK
In the wake of the Maui wildfires, fire service leaders rethought tactics, tools, and training. HEN Technologies partnered with Maui Fire's Wildland Program Director Timothy Herrick, and Chairman, Jack Smith to compare a fog nozzle against the BLADE™ 20 and BLADE™ 45 nozzles.
We took it to the grass. We took it to the pallets. Here's what we learned.
Maui Fire Department Study:
Comparing Fire Streams for Wildland and Structural Firefighting
A recent Maui Fire Department whitepaper presents findings from live fire tests comparing combination fog nozzles and HEN® BLADE™ nozzles for fire suppression. Results show that switching to a 45 GPM HEN® BLADE™ nozzle can significantly improve firefighting efficiency, stream performance, and firefighter safety.
Revolutionary Nozzle Design for Wildland Fire Suppression
HEN wildland combination nozzles deliver both a solid linear BLADE pattern for maximum coverage and a tight solid stream for deep penetration and extended reach. This advanced design ensures industry-leading water volume, precise placement, and high velocity, making it ideal for challenging wildland conditions.
Wildland Fires Today
Understanding the Global Fire Crisis
Wildfires are becoming more severe worldwide. Since 2000, an annual average of 70,025 wildfires has burned 7 million acres, more than double the 1990s average. This increase is driven by drier fuels and changing climate conditions. For firefighters, suppression efficiency and advanced nozzle technology are critical to controlling these escalating threats.
HEN BLADE Nozzle Demonstration
BLADE 45 | Unmatched Coverage for Brush Truck Turrets
Precision & Performance
HEN BLADE 95 GPM in Live Grass Fire Demonstration