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WILDLAND FIRES

Increased efficiency in stream design and water usage

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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.

Performance

HEN® BLADE™ NOZZLES DELIVER ON THESE NEEDS

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Wind Resistance

Large Water Droplets

Big Droplets Tight, smoothbore

HEN BLADE nozzles produce large water droplets that are resistant to high winds.

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Superior Coverage

Wide BLADE™
Pattern 

Big Droplets Wide, smoothbore

The BLADE pattern provides a wide linear stream that effectively covers a large area.

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Long Reach

Solid Stream Pattern 

Big Droplets Smoothbore

The tight solid stream provides a concentrated flow to suppress deep burning and extended stream reach.

HEN BLADE Nozzle Demonstration
BLADE 45 | Unmatched Coverage for Brush Truck Turrets
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HEN WILDLAND PRODUCTS

HEN BLADE 20 wildland nozzle

BLADE

Combination Smoothbore Nozzle

The HEN BLADE nozzle delivers a solid linear stream for wide coverage while maintaining the reach and penetration of a smoothbore nozzle. This innovative design offers the best of both worlds, making it ideal for structural and wildland fire suppression.

HYDRO 100 shutoff, wildland firefighting

HYDRO™

Full-Ball Valve Shutoff

The HEN HYDRO shutoff features a full-ball valve for superior water flow and reduced turbulence. Its ergonomic bale design ensures a secure full-hand grip and fits perfectly in single-tray hose beds, improving efficiency and firefighter comfort.

Fire Engineering for HEN Nozzles

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.

Wildland Fire Demonstration
IN ACTION
Precision, Speed, and Control

HEN Wildland Nozzle in Action

Precision & Performance

HEN BLADE 95 GPM in Live Grass Fire Demonstration

Sacramento City Wildfire Containment

HEN Live Wildfire Containment Demonstration

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