VOGT-CTE - WE DELIVER FLAME RETARDANTS
The increasing prevalence of lithium-ion batteries in electric vehicles, solar systems, and many electronic devices brings not only technological advancements but also new challenges in fire safety.
Fires caused by lithium-ion batteries pose unique risks, as conventional fire extinguishers designed for standard fire types are often not adequately effective.
This can delay extinguishment and significantly increase the extent of damage and danger. In response to this issue, “FlameBlock Lithium Black” is introduced as an innovative safety solution specifically developed for lithium-ion battery fires.
THE-FIRELAB - FLAME RETARDANTS
THE-FIRELAB
HYDRA-X
High-performance firefighting water additive for versatile use.
THE-FIRELAB
LITHIUM-BLACK
Lithium Black quickly extinguishes and controls lithium-ion battery fires
THE-FIRELAB
TITAN-ATOM
Fire protection system for the suppression of fires in electrical systems
THE-FIRELAB
MASTIC
High-performance, fire-resistant paste that creates fire protection barriers
THE-FIRELAB
FABRIC-SHIELD
Fabric Shield is an innovative, fire-retardant solution for fabric treatment.
THE-FIRELAB
NO-PANIC
No-Panic is a drop-in solution for combating pan and grease fires
LET'S TALK AND STAY IN TOUCH
YOUR CONTACT PERSONS
OUR BUSINESS AREAS
Vogt-CTE
Rescue
Business area for products related to rescue and emergency services
Vogt-CTE
Defense
Business field for products related to defense and security
Vogt-CTE
Energy
Business sector for products related to mobile power supply
Vogt-CTE Fire Retardants
Business sector for fire protection and fire safety products
LANGUAGE SETTINGS
ROOM FIRES, TEXTILE FIRES, FURNITURE FIRES - Underestimated Risks Indoors
Room fires are among the most common fire incidents in residential buildings, public institutions, hotels, event venues, and commercial properties. Particularly critical are so-called furniture fires. Upholstered furniture, curtains, carpets, and textile decorations pose a significant fire load and can lead to a life-threatening situation within minutes if ignited.
Modern interiors contain a variety of flammable materials. Textiles often consist of cotton blends, polyester fibers, foams, or synthetic coatings. These materials react to heat not only with open flame formation but also produce dense, toxic smoke gases. A small ignition source – such as a tipped-over candle, a short circuit, or a cigarette – is enough to initiate a fire. The actual danger lies in the speed at which the fire spreads in a closed space.
Characteristics of Room and Furniture Fires
Rapid Fire Spread
Upholstered furniture often contains high-energy foams. If the surface ignites, the fire can spread into the interior of the material. At the same time, hot smoke gases rise to the ceiling, causing the temperature in the room to increase rapidly. This process can lead to a so-called flashover in just a few minutes – the moment when nearly all combustible surfaces in the room ignite simultaneously.
High Smoke Toxicity
A significant portion of deaths in residential fires is due to smoke inhalation rather than direct flame exposure. Textiles and plastics release highly toxic gases when burned. Visibility is severely limited, and escape routes become impassable. Especially in public facilities with high occupancy – such as theaters, hotels, or event spaces – delaying fire spread is crucial for safety.
Vertical Fire Spread
Curtains, wall hangings, and fabric decorations act as accelerants in a vertical direction. Flames can rapidly spread upward along these materials and reach ceiling areas. Here, heat accumulates, igniting additional materials.
Secondary Damage and Structural Risks
Even if a fire is extinguished early, significant damage can occur:
- Smoke contamination of surfaces
- Water damage from firefighting
- Corrosion of metal parts
- Damage to electrical systems
Therefore, it is wise to take preventive measures before a fire occurs.
Preventive Fire Protection for Textiles – Why It Is Crucial
In contrast to structural fire protection measures such as fire compartments or seals, textiles are often movable and decorative elements. They are chosen for aesthetic reasons without sufficient consideration of their flammability. An effective proactive fire protection for textiles aims to achieve the following goals:
- Delay ignition
- Slow down flame spread
- Reduce fire intensity
- Extend evacuation time
This is where targeted textile fire protection treatment comes into play.
Preventive Fire Protection - Already from the Factory
FireLab is particularly well-suited for OEMs, meaning manufacturers who want to integrate fire protection directly into their products. Instead of treating materials after the fact, they can be protected right from the factory floor – where it matters most: during the manufacturing process.
This is a real advantage especially for furniture, insulation materials, and textiles. Upholstery, fabrics, foams, non-woven, and insulation materials can be equipped early on, ensuring that protection is consistently applied, reproducible, and suitable for series production. This streamlines quality assurance, reduces effort in the supply chain, and creates clear, reliable specifications for production.
This way, preventive fire protection becomes not just an additional measure, but an integral part of product design – scalable, efficient, and fitting for industrial manufacturing.
FireLab FabricShield – Molecularly Acting Textile Protection
FIRELAB FabricShield is an innovative, water-based fire protection solution for textiles. The product has been developed to treat fabrics with fire retardants without significantly altering their visual or tactile properties.
The active component intervenes at the molecular level in the combustion process. Instead of changing the material itself, it affects the chemical reaction of the flame. As a result:
- ignition is delayed
- flame spread is slowed
- a self-extinguishing effect is supported
The formulation is water-based and non-persistent. After drying, the protective effect is maintained without significantly compromising the strength, UV resistance, or structure of the material. FIRELAB FabricShield offers:
- Non-toxic, safe application indoors
- Preservation of the original appearance and touch
- Washable and durable protective effect
- Simple application by spraying
- Eco-friendly, biodegradable components
The intensity of the protective effect can be adjusted by the amount applied – for example, for industrial or agricultural applications with increased risk.
Typical Application Areas
The product is suitable for a variety of textile applications, including:
- Curtains and drapes
- Upholstered furniture and seat covers
- Decoration fabrics in event spaces
- Theater and event textiles
- Tent tarps and covers
- Textiles in public facilities
Especially in areas with high occupancy, treating fabrics with fire retardants significantly increases safety.
Combination of Prevention and Response Strategy
Room fires and furniture fires develop quickly and often unpredictably. A thoughtful fire protection strategy therefore combines:
- Preventative textile protection
- Early detection with smoke detectors
- Appropriate extinguishing agents
- Clear evacuation plans
FIRELAB FabricShield complements this concept by reducing flammability in advance, thus buying valuable time in emergencies. Room and furniture fires pose a particular challenge due to modern materials, dense smoke development, and rapid temperature rises. The greatest danger often comes not from the fire itself, but from the speed of its spread and the toxic smoke gases.
Effective protection therefore begins not only with extinguishing, but with material selection and preventive treatment. With a fire-retardant textile coating like FIRELAB FabricShield, ignition can be delayed, spread can be slowed, and safety in indoor environments can be sustainably increased.
Preventive fire safety means in this context: reducing risks before they arise – and gaining critical minutes in case of emergency.
- Vogt-CTE GmbH
- Erlenauweg 17
- CH 3110 Münsingen
- +41 33 223 72 12
- info@vogt-cte.com
- VAT CH - CHE-251.716.630 MWST
- UID CH - CHE-251.716.630
- CH ID - CH-036-4065213-9
- EORI - DE684075747272454
- ZAZ - 17790-0 Vogt-CTE GmbH
WE DELIVER INNOVATIVE FIRE EXTINGUISHING AGENTS
At Vogt-CTE, we provide our European trading partners access to unique innovations in fire extinguishing technology. Our solutions facilitate firefighting efforts, making them faster, safer, and less resource-intensive. The products we represent are highly specialized, field-tested, and make a real difference – saving lives every day. We don’t just bring products to market; we deliver progress. Together with our partners, we ensure these innovations reach those who need them most: those on the front lines conducting rescue operations.
