Firefighting shotgun - GIFs and video

[Jon]

Say hello to my little friend, ya stinkin' fire!





1:26 video:

I believe this is an IFEX Impulse firefighting gun.

More: https://www.ifex3000.com/en/impulse-firefighting-gun/

Previously:

Punt guns - enormous old shotguns for hunting waterfowl
https://www.homemadetools.net/forum/...877#post105666
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[Frank S]

A shot gun that shoots a high pressure blast of water might serve well as a riot control device as well. Pretty sure they could come in handy at politically charged events as well

[Jon]

Similar concept visible in this urban drone firefighter rendering.

[Frank S]

Similar concept visible in this urban drone firefighter rendering.

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Too bad that CGI concepts rarely work out in real world applications. the reasons why that cannot ever fly are too many to mention. but it would be a cool piece of kit to have.

[PJs]

Too bad that CGI concepts rarely work out in real world applications. the reasons why that cannot ever fly are too many to mention. but it would be a cool piece of kit to have.

It is a cool concept but the materials (Transparent Aluminum) and energy source (Dilithium Crystals) hasn't been invented yet. Perhaps a visit from Mr. Scott would help.

[Toolmaker51]

Similar concept visible in this urban drone firefighter rendering.

I like the drone airframe concept. Firing AFFF [aqueous film forming foam] in the cannons would work A1. However water is 8 pounds per gallon, [and two man crew] sufficient volume versus available lift is a BIG problem. How much water does a pumper discharge to get 6 stories high? Maybe this could suspend a hose, save weight of pump and tankage on ground?
1960's children's toy, the "Water Wiggle" could elevate it's hose deflecting water stream back, like reverse in a jet boat. Just city pressure and 3/8" or 1/2" hose; what could an engine driven pair of 24" centrifugal pumps do?

[Frank S]

I wonder if they got that idea from my grandmother? As a kid I saw her once rip off her apron to use to smother a grease fire while cooking.

[Radioman]

I wonder if they got that idea from my grandmother? As a kid I saw her once rip off her apron to use to smother a grease fire while cooking.

Granny’s know best!

[Jon]

Nice contrast to the futuristic render, and an excellent use of flip-flops.

[Toolmaker51]

Nice contrast to the futuristic render, and an excellent use of flip-flops.

Public place, full of people. At least two security guards, one runs off clutching lapel microphone. Unlikely sandal wearing man and guard only witnesses. But illuminates training and situational awareness aren't perfect; at least one instance where coolheaded instinct and reaction saved the day with minimal distress.