GT Advanced Technologies Inc fka GTAT

[Garyedward71]

I'm not an expert nor, am I up to date on the current laws and general practices related to fire suppression technologies. But in the recent past, most computer rooms and other highly sensitive electrical components and equipment were protected with Halon fire suppression systems. As I recall, there were two Halon compounds used 1211, 1301 and a mixture of the two. Halon is a clean agent, which means that it leaves no residue upon evaporation, thus does not damage sensitive electrical components. Due to the fact that Halon is a CFC gas that damages the ozone, the EPA mandated all Halon production ceased in 1994. As a result of the pending ban, Halon producers increased production and stockpiled Halon. As of 1994 only Halon produced before this date or recycled from previous inventories could be sold. A quest for suitable replacements such as Halotron have been a high priority. So it is very unlikely, that a insurance company would have insured the Mesa facility without a system designed for sensitive electrical components.