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Innovative Firefighting Techniques Using K/SMOKE LIQUID

In recent years, Japan and various parts of the world have faced increasingly frequent large-scale forest fires. These fires pose unique challenges, including the risk of reignition, difficulties in securing water sources, and effectiveness concerns regarding aerial firefighting. Regarding the environmental impact, the dispersal methods of firefighting agents also raise important questions.

To address these pressing issues, Yamato Protec Co., Ltd., headquartered in Shirokanedai, Minato-ku, Tokyo, has embarked on a critical research initiative. This project is part of the Fire and Disaster Management Agency's urgent research push for the fiscal year 2024. The approved research focus is on enhancing the effectiveness of firefighting agents specifically designed to combat forest fires, utilizing their proprietary product, K/SMOKE LIQUID.

Understanding K/SMOKE LIQUID

K/SMOKE LIQUID is acclaimed for its remarkable ability to suppress reignition, making it a crucial tool in forest fire management. The primary components of this innovative liquid include water, potassium, and phosphorus. Notably, phosphorus, a naturally occurring element, plays a significant role in fire suppression. When K/SMOKE LIQUID is applied, the phosphorus residues continue to effectively prevent reignition long after the initial firefighting effort.

For those interested in product details, more information is available on their official website.

Awards and Recognitions

K/SMOKE LIQUID's excellence hasn't gone unnoticed. The product has recently been awarded the Good Design Award for the fiscal year 2025, highlighting its innovative design and functionality. More details about this accolade can be found here.

Additionally, K/SMOKE LIQUID played an instrumental role in the development of a fire-resistant wood component, known as "Shoka Moku™." This product has received the Ministerial Certification from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism in Japan, further cementing its place as a reliable solution in combating fire hazards. The announcement of this certification is available here.

Company Profile

Yamato Protec Co., Ltd. was founded on January 17, 1918, and operates out of its headquarters in Shirokanedai 5-17-2, Minato-ku, Tokyo. The company has made significant strides in the firefighting industry, focusing on designing and managing fire prevention systems, emergency evacuation equipment, and manufacturing firefighting tools and agents. With a capital of 990 million yen, the company employs 381 individuals, while the entire group consists of 744 employees as of January 1, 2026. In terms of financial growth, Yamato Protec reported revenues of 35.99 billion yen, with an ordinary profit of 6.76 billion yen.

Yamato Protec prides itself on its extensive network, which includes eight domestic affiliates and four overseas branches, showcasing its commitment to enhancing fire safety on a global scale.

For further inquiries about this release or the K/SMOKE LIQUID product, please reach out to Yamato Protec Co., Ltd.’s public relations team:

• - Contact Persons: Ichikawa, Sakai
• - Phone: 03-3446-7153
• - Email: [email protected]

Innovation in firefighting technology is crucial for addressing the challenges posed by forest fires. With research initiatives like those by Yamato Protec, the hope is to develop effective solutions that will help safeguard both lives and the environment.