Tag: Fire extinguisher

DCP can refer to two distinct substances: Dry Chemical Powder for firefighting or Dicalcium Phosphate, a versatile mineral supplement used in food, pharmaceuticals, and animal feed. This article details the numerous applications and roles of dicalcium phosphate powder across various industries.

A search for "Abe powder" can refer to two vastly different products: a dietary supplement from Applied Nutrition and a fire-extinguishing agent. The ingredients in Abe powder vary drastically depending on whether you are fueling a workout or fighting a fire.

First developed by the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory in 1959, Purple K was created as a superior alternative to sodium bicarbonate for extinguishing flammable liquid fires. The "K" in Purple K stands for potassium, derived from the chemical symbol 'K' on the periodic table. The agent, composed primarily of potassium bicarbonate, is colored violet to distinguish it from other dry chemical agents and to denote its superior effectiveness.