Fire Fighting Robotic System

PEK FFRS Fire Fighting Robotic System for hazardous fire response

Autonomous Firefighting Robot for High-Risk Response

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1,500 L
Water Tank
·
170 L
Foam Tank
·
340 L/min
Flow Rate
·
1,000 M
Control Range
·
Up to 6 H
Mission Duration
·
< 2.5 T
Platform Weight
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< 60 sec
Time to Suppression
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1,500 L
Water Tank
·
170 L
Foam Tank
·
340 L/min
Flow Rate
·
1,000 M
Control Range
·
Up to 6 H
Mission Duration
·
< 2.5 T
Platform Weight
·
< 60 sec
Time to Suppression
·
01

Electric

Fully electric platform engineered to operate reliably in smoke, heat, and oxygen-depleted conditions where combustion engines fail.

02

Protective

Engineered to remove personnel from immediate danger while maintaining full operational capability and tactical precision in the field.

03

Autonomous

Intelligent control systems enhancing response speed, coordination, and unit capacity — including swarm-capable deployment protocols.

FFRS Testing

Class A Fire &
Heat Radiation Test.

Watch the FFRS suppress a Class A fire from a 10 m stand-off distance, followed by a controlled heat radiation test of the robotic platform and water-shield protection.

Watch test on YouTube

Autonomous Firefighting Platform

FFRS: Fire Fighting Robotic System
for High-Risk Response

FFRS by PEK Civil Defence is a fully electric firefighting robot designed for autonomous and remote fire suppression while keeping responders farther from immediate hazards.

1,500 L water · 170 L foam · up to 340 L/min · remote operation up to 1,000 m

Fire fighting robotic system supporting safer remote fire suppression

Personnel Protection
as a Priority

  • Remote operation up to 1,000 meters from the control unit
  • Zero personnel exposure during initial suppression
  • Dual-spectrum vision system
Thermal imaging for fire detection through smokeFull HD situational awareness camera

In these environments, the first minutes define the outcome — yet they are the most dangerous for personnel.

PEK FFRS fire fighting robot for remote emergency response

The Solution:
FireFighter

  • Immediate remote fire suppression
  • Stand-off tactical positioning
  • Reduced personnel exposure
  • Extended operational reach
  • Electric vehicle battery fires
  • Continuous suppression under extreme thermal stress

FireFighter acts as a force multiplier, extending operational capability while preserving human life.

Fire fighting robot designed for hazardous fire environments

When Human Entry
Is No Longer an Option

  • Industrial explosions
  • Fuel depots
  • Ammunition storage
  • Chemical facilities
  • Electric vehicle battery fires
  • Structural collapse risk

In these environments, the first minutes define the outcome — yet they are the most dangerous for personnel.

Platform Design

Engineered for
Extremes. Built
for Control.

A fully electric robotic platform engineered for controlled fire suppression in hazardous environments.

Explore Specifications
PEK FFRS fire fighting robotic system 360 degree product view
Front & Side Nozzles360° mist cooling
Stabilization Systemlow centre-of-mass stability
Autonomous Hoserear hose drum interface

Core Operational Requirements

System Capabilities &
Deployment Parameters

FFRS fire fighting robot thermal protection for high temperature environments

— Requirement 01

Survivability &
Thermal Protection

  • Electric drivetrain
  • Oxygen-independent operation
  • Double-layer frontal steel shield
  • 360° mist cooling
FFRS fire fighting robot autonomous hose management system

— Requirement 02

Autonomous Hose
Management

  • Integrated drum system
  • Movement under charged hose
  • Hydrant refill capability
FFRS robotic fire suppression water and foam system

— Requirement 03

Dual-Mode Water
Architecture

  • 1,500 L onboard water
  • External hydrant integration
  • Dynamic foam ratios 1:10–1:100
FFRS fire fighting robotic system operational architecture

— Requirement 04

Operational
Architecture

  • FPV control
  • Ground Control Station
  • Remote streaming
  • Swarm-capable deployment
FFRS fire fighting robot rapid deployment for emergency response

— Requirement 05

Immediate
Time-to-Action

  • < 60 seconds to suppression
  • No hose pre-assembly
  • Autonomous initial intervention
FFRS fire fighting robot mobility and transport configuration

— Requirement 06

Mobility &
Transportability

  • < 2.5 t platform
  • B+E transport class
  • Helicopter capable

Application Scenarios

Firefighting Robot
Applications

FFRS is designed to support fire services, civil-protection teams and industrial emergency response across high-risk sites — from fuel storage and critical infrastructure to hazardous areas where direct human access should be reduced.

Fire fighting robot creating a protective water barrier around a hazardous area

Scenario 01

Perimeter / Barrier Mode

  • Foam barriers and water curtains
  • Temperature reduction before flame front arrival
  • Suitable for WUI, industrial sites, ammunition and fuel storage
Fire fighting robot positioned to protect critical infrastructure

Scenario 02

Pre-Positioned Protection

  • Deployed near critical infrastructure
  • Ready in under 60 seconds
  • Remote or Ground Control operated
  • Early suppression without personnel exposure
Fire fighting robot supporting police and civil protection operations

Scenario 03

Police / Civil Protection

  • Suppresses incendiary threats
  • Supports fire control during disturbances
  • Enables controlled water projection
  • Safe electric operation in urban areas
Fire fighting robot supporting firefighters during emergency response

Scenario 04

Unit Reinforcement

  • Connected to water supply
  • Follows and supports firefighting teams
  • Manages hose movement autonomously
  • Reduces workload and improves safety

Market Position

Competitive
Analysis

Why the FFRS fills the gap between conventional firefighting equipment and existing remote platforms — across every critical performance dimension.

PEK FFRS electric fire fighting robotic system platform
Fire Fighting
Robotic System
Conventional
Fire Truck
Portable
Water Monitor
Basic
Remote UGV
Operator SafetyHighModerateModerateModerate
Access to High-Risk ZonesHighLowLowModerate
Mobility in Rough TerrainHighLowLowModerate
Remote Fire SuppressionHighModerateLowModerate
Deployment FlexibilityHighLowLowModerate
Operation Near Extreme HeatHighLowLowModerate

FFRS Knowledge Center

Firefighting Robotics
Insights & Guides

Explore evidence-led guides on fire fighting robotic systems, industrial applications, hazardous environments, operating modes, deployment planning and controlled fire testing.

FFRS Class A Fire & Heat Radiation Tests

See two controlled FFRS tests: Class A fire suppression from 10 m and a 30-minute heat-radiation test with thermocouple monitoring and water-shield cooling.

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What Is a Fire Fighting Robotic System?

A practical guide to how fire fighting robotic systems work, why they are used, and how they support safer response in high-risk environments.

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Where Are Firefighting Robots Used?

Explore the environments where firefighting robots provide the greatest operational value, from industrial sites to fuel depots and underground facilities.

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Industrial Firefighting Robots: Uses & Selection Guide

How industrial firefighting robots support safer suppression, remote monitoring and rapid response around factories, warehouses and energy infrastructure.

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Firefighting Robots in Hazardous Environments

Why robotic fire suppression is valuable where extreme heat, toxic smoke, explosion risk or unstable structures make direct human access dangerous.

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Remote-Controlled vs Autonomous Firefighting Robots

Understand the difference between remote-controlled and autonomous firefighting robots and why both operating modes can matter during emergency response.

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Product Questions

FFRS Frequently Asked Questions

Key facts for fire services, civil-protection teams and industrial operators evaluating an autonomous firefighting robot. See the full technical specifications or contact PEK Civil Defence for project-specific requirements.

What is the PEK FFRS?

The PEK FFRS is a fully electric fire fighting robotic system designed for autonomous and remote operation. Its tracked platform, onboard sensing and fire-suppression equipment allow responders to approach and suppress fires while reducing personnel exposure in hazardous environments.

Can the FFRS operate autonomously?

The FFRS supports autonomous functions as well as remote and ground-control operation. The appropriate mode depends on the incident, site conditions, communications and the operating procedures of the response team. Human supervision and a defined takeover strategy remain important. Read the operating-mode comparison.

How much water and foam does the FFRS carry?

The FFRS has a 1,500-litre onboard water tank and a 170-litre foam tank. It can deliver up to 340 litres per minute, and its dual-mode water architecture also supports operation connected to an external water supply.

What types of fires can the FFRS suppress?

The site documents a controlled Class A fire suppression test. For other fire classes or hazardous atmospheres, the extinguishing agent, system configuration and operating procedure must be matched to the specific risk assessment and confirmed with PEK Civil Defence.

Where can an autonomous firefighting robot be used?

Firefighting robots can support response at industrial plants, warehouses, fuel and energy facilities, tunnels, underground infrastructure, hazardous-material areas and other sites where heat, smoke, explosion risk or unstable structures make direct human access dangerous. Explore the applications guide.

What is the FFRS remote-control range?

The stated remote-control range is up to 1,000 metres line of sight. Actual operational range depends on terrain, structures, interference and the communications plan for the incident.

How does the FFRS water shield help during heat exposure?

The water shield and mist-cooling system are intended to reduce thermal load on the platform during operation near intense heat. In the documented controlled heat-radiation test, the water shield was activated when monitored temperatures reached approximately 90 °C and the measured temperature then dropped by about 15 °C. Test conditions and results are described in the full test report article.

Does the FFRS replace firefighters?

No. The FFRS is a response tool that helps fire services perform reconnaissance, approach, cooling and suppression while keeping personnel farther from immediate hazards. Command decisions, incident assessment and safety procedures remain the responsibility of trained responders.

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