Baker Aviation Introduces Latest HOT-STOP 'L' Fire Containment to Helicopter Market
Heli-Expo 2017 – Dallas, Texas – Baker Aviation, the Master Distributor for the HOT-STOP® ’L’ EVO Fire Containment Kits, will be demonstrating its lithium-ion battery fire safety solution at this year’s Heli-Expo, Booth 6910, as a first-time exhibitor.
The safety concern and increasing threat of lithium-ion battery fires and toxic smoke emissions from various electronic devices onboard aircraft, triggered the development, testing, and manufacturing of HOT-STOP ‘L’ Fire Containment Kits, a decade ago, as the pioneering solution. Today, HOT-STOP ‘L’ EVO is being introduced to the helicopter industry at the Heli-Expo convention as the ideal safety solution for operations looking to eliminate this threat.
“We are excited to be here at Heli-Expo to introduce our proven, tested, and burn certified safety tool to the helicopter market,“ commented Ray Goyco, Jr., President and Chief Operating Officer for Baker Aviation Maintenance, and Master Distributor for HOT-STOP® ‘L’. “The thin, lightweight, easy to deploy characteristics of HOT-STOP bags align with this market’s safety culture and will accommodate the space limitations of most helicopter cabins and cockpits. The new HOT-STOP ‘L’ EVO products are airtight once the device is sealed inside and have been tested by a UL approved laboratory to contain fire, and all toxic smoke emissions until the unit burns itself out.” Goyco continued, “this HOT-STOP product is ideal for medivac operators, and can be integrated into any operator’s SMS program that is looking to quickly and easily eradicate the threat of runaway EFB, tablet, phone or other battery devices while in-flight to their destination.”
The HOT-STOP® ‘L’ EVO product line with its zero tolerance, incorporates the latest airtight, zipper technology, comes in multiple sizes, and can be custom-made to fit a variety of devices, including military grade drone batteries. The HOT-STOP ‘L’ EVO bag and gloves have burn certifications, and are designed, proven, and tested at a UL approved laboratory to contain a battery in full thermal runaway until it has burned itself out. HOT-STOP ‘L’ can also conveniently be used as safe storage for a device while unattended, or as a preventative measure if a device shows signs of overheating.
“We also look forward to talking with Heli-Expo attendees about our wide range of maintenance services available to fixed-wing and rotor operators as we operate our FAA Part 145 Repair Station with turbine engine capabilities and a parts supply in Addison, TX (KADS),” added Goyco.
About HOT-STOP® ‘L’
The HOT-STOP® ’L’ EVO bags are made up of multiple layers of durable fabrics with a felt inner core that has a 3200ºF melting point, which is sandwiched between two outer layers that have a 2080ºF melting point, and are proven to absorb energy and fire while eliminating the escape of smoke, sparks, and flames. Multiple sizes are available to fit various devices including portable charger/battery packs, e-cigarettes, laptops, tablets, as well as internal equipment, such as defibrillators, and electronic flight bags that are carried inside the cockpit. Custom solutions are available and optional accessories for larger bags, include a reflective carry/stowage sling and an exterior carry bag with zipper.
The added zipper technology offers an additional layer of security with its zero tolerance, and airtight closure that is designed to contain a device in full thermal runaway until it has burned out. The lightweight bag can be quickly deployed in five-to-six easy steps. HOT-STOP® ‘L’ products are manufactured in the USA by Industrial Energy Products (IEP) and have been featured on the CBS Evening News with Scott Pelley. For more information contact Baker Aviation, the Master Distributor for HOT-STOP ‘L’ EVO Fire Containment Kits at +1-972-248-0457 or go to www.HOT-STOPL.com
About Baker Aviation
Baker Aviation is a full-service aircraft maintenance, management, and charter company, licensed to provide professional aviation services in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean. ARG/US, Platinum-Rated, Baker is headquartered at Meacham International Airport, Fort Worth, Texas, with maintenance facilities at Addison Airport, in Addison, Texas, specializing in airframe maintenance for Hawker, King Air, Beechjet, Citation, Learjet, Falcon, Challenger, and Gulfstream aircraft. Recently, Baker expanded its offerings as a stocking distributor of PMA Parts from Omega Aircraft Articles and established a dealership for LED Lighting with Aircraft Lighting International. Baker Aviation is also the exclusive master distributor of the HOT-STOP® ‘L’ EVO Fire Containment Kit product line, with zero tolerance, airtight zipper technology. To learn more, please visit Baker-Aviation.com or call +1-972-248-0457
