“The JOB company has been committed to quality for over 50 years. Our numerous audits and certifications in recent years can confirm this.”
Managing Director, VdS Schadenverhütung GmbH
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AMFE
automatic miniature fire extinguishing unit
AMFE – the automatic mini fire extinguishing unit from JOB in Ahrensburg offers innovative safety for sensitive areas. Developed by the world-leading JOB Group, this compact system reliably protects electrical devices and systems from fire hazards. Thanks to its space-saving design, the AMFE can be integrated directly into control cabinets, snack vending machines or other machines. In the event of overheating or fire, the AMFE detects the danger at an early stage and extinguishes the fire immediately – directly at the source. This not only prevents extensive property damage, but also increases operational safety in industry, commerce and the home.
Device-integrated fire protection refers to the direct installation of fire protection systems in electrical or electronic devices, machines and systems. In contrast to conventional extinguishing systems, which monitor entire rooms, device-integrated fire protection acts directly where the fire hazard arises – inside the device. This means that a fire is detected at an early stage and extinguished directly at the source before it can spread. This preventive approach plays a crucial role, especially in times of increasing electrification, digitalisation and miniaturisation. Device-integrated fire protection not only protects valuable technology such as servers, control systems and household appliances, but also increases safety for people and reduces downtime in industry and commerce. Companies benefit from this solution because it prevents fire damage, production downtime and high follow-up costs. With innovative systems such as the automatic mini fire extinguishing unit (AMFE) from Ahrensburg, the industry is focusing on a sustainable and future-proof form of fire protection.
Mini fire extinguisher for the control cabinet
Other areas of application:
control cabinets
media technology
train
mining
museums / collections
shipping
wind power
vending machines
Recognised by:
“FM as an industrial insurance company attaches great importance to fire protection through extinguishing systems recognized by us. With its high-quality products, the JOB Group also supports the IFSA (Int. Fire Sprinkler Alliance) in developing regulations worldwide to protect human lives and property.”
Formerly FM Global
“The AMFE, as a device-integrated extinguishing system, prevents operational downtime and minimizes consequential fire damage.”
Electrical engineering, pelzGROUP
AMFE system
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Choosing the right system
Step 1
Measure the control cabinet
Step 2
Temperature in the control cabinet
Step 3
Select maintenance effort
Step 4
Signalling and remote triggering
AMFE Configurator
Applies to continuous switch cabinets or larger volumes! Several AMFENs can be triggered simultaneously with our R-AMFE. If you have any further questions, please contact your specialist partner directly.
Technical specifications
| FK-5-1-12 as fire extinguishing agent | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physical Dimensions Cylinder | Mounting Brackets | FK-5-1-12 Content | Protected volume (m3)* | ||||
| Size | Size Diameter x Length (mm) | Size Diameter x Length (inch) | Recommended brackets | FK-5-1-12 Volume (ml) | Class A fire VdS 2381 (5,8%) | Class A fire EN15004-2 (5,3%) | Class A fire NFPA 2001 (4,5%) |
| #0 | 22x128 | 7/8 x 5.04 | RGSS 22 | 24 | 0,046 | 0,050 | 0,060 |
| #1 | 35x154 | 1 3/8 x 6,06 | RGSS 35 | 72 | 0,137 | 0,151 | 0,179 |
| #2 | 40x186 | 1 9/16 x 7,32 | RGSS 40 | 120 | 0,229 | 0,251 | 0,299 |
| #3 | 51x251 | 2 x 9,88 | 2x RSGU 56 | 241 | 0,459 | 0,505 | 0,600 |
| #4 | 51x356 | 2 x 14,02 | 2x RSGU 56 | 360 | 0,686 | 0,754 | 0,896 |
| #5 | 60x380 | 2 3/8 x 14,96 | 2x RSGU 63 | 603 | 1,149 | 1,264 | 1,501 |
References (Case Studies)
Household appliance manufacturer Liebherr relies on mini fire extinguishers
The Swiss company Liebherr is one of the leading manufacturers of construction machinery and household appliances. Find out more about how the R-AMFE miniature fire extinguishing unit ensures that the risk of operational interruptions caused by electrical fires is reduced.
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AMFE protects the production at Oettinger Brewery GmbH
High safety requirements apply, particularly in the food industry, including with regard to fire protection. The OeTTINGER brewery in Braunschweig, Germany has now equipped its machines with the AMFE mini fire extinguishing unit to reduce the risk of a fire.
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Hospitals rely on AMFE for protection
Fire protection is of crucial importance - especially in sensitive areas such as escape and rescue routes, where the requirements are particularly high. In hospitals in particular, where the protection of patients and staff is a top priority, every possible risk must be minimised. Hospitals are therefore increasingly focussing on innovative safety measures.
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Integrated fire protection for Digital Center News-Club
AMFE protects information system in several ECE Centers. With the new Digital Center News-Club (DCNC) ECE Marketplace GmbH & Co. KG has developed a new type of center information system. The special feature is that only center-specific and shopping-relevant content can be found here. Daily program items are optimally timed to generate an increased urge to act among visitors.
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Small extinguishing system protects technology centre from consequential fire damage
EWM GmbH, a leading supplier of welding technology, pursues high quality standards and a comprehensive quality promise. Every product labelled with the company logo should offer the highest quality and durability. This promise is based on a sophisticated quality management system with state-of-the-art testing and safety technology. To avoid operational failures, EWM focussed on the protection of electrical components. At the end of 2023, in collaboration with fire protection experts from Wichmann, intelligent mini fire extinguishers were installed in nine electrical systems to fight incipient fires directly at the point of origin.
Hamburg Airport relies on devices with integrated fire protection
High security requirements are placed on an airport; fire protection in particular is subject to strict requirements and regulations. There is now an LED wall hanging directly behind the security check in the Airport Plaza that meets all security requirements thanks to the fire protection integrated into the device.
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JOB supplies high-tech fire extinguishing ampoules for Samsung Media Displays at Frankfurt Airport
With the E-Bulbs, developed by JOB and produced in Germany, installed inside the individual LED displays, the first Samsung models now have a highly efficient self-extinguishing system.
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Automatic miniature fire extinguishing unit in service column
To improve the networking of various transport companies at the Vorburgplatz mobility hub, the municipality of Trittau is relying on an information service column with integrated fire protection in order to be informed as early as possible in the event of a technical defect and to extinguish a fire immediately.
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E- Bulb enables digital solution despite monument protection
With the digital house board, gekartel AG has developed a modern medium for interaction and communication in apartment buildings. Gekartel built the E-Bulb, the smallest fire extinguisher in the world, into the electronics for preventative fire protection.
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Duisburg energy service provider relies on AMFE
As a local energy service provider, Duisburger Liefer- und Verkehrsgesellschaft mbH (DVV) plays a crucial role in providing an efficient infrastructure in the city of Duisburg. It is important to ensure trouble-free operation every day.
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TK Elevator secures climate chambers with AMFE
TK Elevator is one of the world's largest manufacturers of elevator systems. In order to ensure the safety of the products and to keep the failure rate as low as possible, TK Elevator tests important components during development, including under various extreme climatic conditions.
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Secured water supply for the citizens of the Weißenthurm community
It is a major responsibility for technical operations management, ensuring that all pump stations, electrical systems and controls are fail-safe and operationally reliable. Preventative fire protection plays a special role.
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Integrated fire protection protects European XFEL accelerators
The European XFEL is a superlative research facility. In order to protect the accelerator that enables this sensitive research process, JOB AMFE systems are now also being used.
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Integrated fire protection for digital media technology
Werkstation GmbH specializes in the development and production of information systems, kiosk terminals and digital signage solutions. The new Lena FP Pro stele was equipped with AMFE.
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Tour operator FTI protects control cabinets with AMFE
The FTI Group is a German travel group headquartered in Munich and the third largest tour operator in Europe. Find out how JOB mini fire extinguishers protect control cabinets at the Munich location.
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Critical infrastructure law:
Device-integrated fire protection as an important component for greater resilience
The modern world is characterised by increasing complexity and a wide variety of challenges. The protection of critical infrastructure – KRITIS for short – is therefore a top priority.
VdS 6024
The information sheet for electrical equipment in sensitive areas
Technology approved in accordance with the VdS 6024 guideline allows electrical devices to be installed even in escape and rescue routes in sensitive infrastructure such as airports, railway stations, hospitals and shopping centres. VdS 6024 reconciles digitalisation and fire protection and reduces overall costs. Find out more.
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FAQ - Automatic Mini Fire Extinguisher (AMFE)
Automatic mini fire extinguishers (AMFE) are compact, automatic fire extinguishing systems that have been specially developed for use in switch cabinets and electrical systems. They provide effective fire protection directly at the source of the fire, extinguishing it as quickly as possible. This reduces the risk of operational interruptions and prevents damage.
The AMFE automatically detects a fire and activates itself independently using sprinkler glass technology that has been proven billions of times over. It releases a non-toxic, non-conductive extinguishing agent that is specially designed for electrical fires to prevent damage, unlike aerosol or foam extinguishing systems.
The AMFE system is ideal for use in electrical control cabinets and machines, but also in media technology and snack vending machines, as well as other electrical devices. It can be used in various industries and is often employed in critical infrastructure.
– Space-saving: Compact design that fits into any control cabinet.
– Automatic activation: 24/7 security. No manual operation required.
– Fast response: Immediate firefighting to minimise damage.
– Safe for electrical equipment: Effective extinguishing agent that leaves no residue.
No, the AMFE requires little maintenance. As a customer, you choose the level of maintenance yourself. This ranges from annual weighing to a simple visual inspection within 5 minutes and can even be fully automated through remote maintenance. The AMFE is easy to install and maintain. No specialist company is required for installation and no expensive maintenance contract is necessary.
For the approved operating conditions, the system is designed for a service life of 10 years.
The AMFE is specially designed for electrical fires (Class E). However, it can extinguish solid materials (Class A).
Lithium ion fires cannot be extinguished with the AMFE.
The AMFE mini fire extinguishing system can be purchased through our global distribution partners or directly from us.
Installing the AMFE is simple and can usually be carried out by an electrician. Detailed installation instructions are included with the product. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
