Question 1

What is the Solid Foam Stick Manifold?

Accepted Answer

A patented discharge manifold that uses a solid foam stick, dropped into an internal mixing chamber, to produce a superior foam solution as water passes through. It replaces any standard discharge manifold on a portable pump.

Question 2

Will it work with my portable pump?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The manifold is designed to replace any standard discharge manifold and is compatible with every portable pump on the market.

Question 3

How do you prevent water tank contamination?

Accepted Answer

Foam is introduced downstream of the pump, at the discharge manifold, not upstream. When properly installed there is no possibility of foam back-flowing into the water tank — the single most common failure of wrap-around foam systems.

Question 4

What maintenance does it require?

Accepted Answer

None beyond removing any unused portion of the solid stick from the unit when you're done with it. There are no moving parts, no electronics, and no proportioner to service.

Question 5

How much does the solid stick cost compared to liquid foam?

Accepted Answer

Solid stick technology is significantly more affordable per gallon of finished solution than liquid Class A foam concentrate — and you eliminate storage, disposal, and spill costs. Use our ROI calculator on the Compare page to model your own numbers.

Question 6

What happens to an unused stick?

Accepted Answer

You simply remove it from the manifold and store it. It stays stable and ready for the next incident — nothing is wasted.

Question 7

Is the mixing quality really better than in-line stick nozzles?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our internal mixing chamber produces a more consistent, higher-quality solution than single-hose or in-line stick nozzles, which translates to more effective fire knockdown.

Question 8

Is it patented?

Accepted Answer

The Solid Foam Stick Manifold is patented and manufactured by Armour Fire Solutions in Hartford, South Dakota.

Question 9

How do I get pricing or place an order?

Accepted Answer

Request a quote on our contact page, call 605.690.2759, or email info@armourfiresolutions.com. A sales rep will get back to you the same business day.

Solid Foam Stick Manifold — answers, on the record.

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