Fire Extinguishers

Water fire extinguishers

Water is one of the most useful of all available firefighting mediums. It offers excellent fire suppression for attacking freely burning class A materials such as wood, paper and fabric. Our range of water extinguishers have the following points:

• Squeeze grip operation for controlled discharge
• Corrosion-resistant finish
• Internal Polypropylene lining
• 5-year manufacturers warranty
• BSI Accredited to BS EN3 & Kitemarked
• Stored Pressure – to enable easy, low-cost maintenance

Foam

Foam extinguishers provide a fast, powerful means of tackling class ”A” and ”B” fires. Highly effective against petrol and volatile liquids, forming a flame smothering seal over the surface, and also preventing reignition, they are ideal for multi-risk usage. The range of extinguishers have the following points:

• Squeeze grip operation for controlled discharge
• Corrosion-resistant finish
• Internal polypropylene lining
• Stored Pressure – to enable easy, low-cost servicing
• 5-year manufacturers warranty
• BSI accredited to BS EN3 and Kitemarked

CO2

Both extinguishers in our CO2 range have non-conductive horns and are suitable for situations involving flammable liquids and electrical hazards. The range is ideal for modern office environments, all electrical risks and where oils, spirits, solvents and waxes are in use. Our CO2 extinguishers have the following points:

• Squeeze grip operation for controlled discharge
• Corrosion-resistant finish
• Harmless to machinery
• Store Pressure – to enable easy, low-cost servicing
• 5-year manufacturers warranty
• BSI Accredited to BS EN3 and Kitemarked

Dry Powder

Dry Powder is a highly versatile Class ”A”, ”B” and ”C” firefighting medium for most fire risks. In addition to dealing with electrical hazards, flammable liquids and gasses, our extensive range of Dry Powder extinguishers are also effective on vehicle fires. Our range of powder extinguishers have the following points:

• Multi-purpose application (Class A, B and C fires and electrical equipment)
• Squeeze grip operation for controlled discharge
• Corrosion-resistant finish
• Stored pressure – to enable easy, low-cost servicing
• 5-year manufacturers warranty
• BSI accredited to BS EN3 and Kitemarked

Wet Chemical

Wet Chemical extinguishers provide a fast, powerful means of tackling class ”A” and ”F” fires. Highly effective against cooking oils and fats, forming a flame smothering seal over the surface, and also preventing reignition by emulsifying the oils. The range of extinguishers have the following points:

• Squeeze grip operation for controlled discharge
• Corrosion-resistant finish
• Internal polypropylene lining
• Stored Pressure – to enable easy, low-cost servicing
• 5-year manufacturer’s warranty
• BSI accredited to BS EN3 and Kitemarked

Fire Blankets

Commonly associated with tackling chip pan fires, the fire fighting flexibility of the fire blanket is increasingly becoming recognised by fire safety professionals. From personnel to waste bins, offices to canteens, the applications for this accessible, simple to use fire fighting aid are numerous. We stock a range of fire blankets including 1m x 1m, 1.2m x 1.2m, 1.2m x 1.8m and 1.8m x 1.75m. All fire blankets are fully kitemarked to BSEN 1869:1997 and the cloth has a manufacturer’s guarantee. The range of fire blankets have the following points:

• Single piece design for long-lasting service
• No end caps to lose
• Aesthetically pleasing design
• 2 sizes of container to accommodate the full range of blanket sizes
• Hinged lid for easy extraction
• Moulded keyhole for added strength when hanging
• 5-year manufacturers guarantee

Servicing

British Standards

All Fire Extinguisher Servicing is carried out to the requirements of BS5306-3.

Extinguishers are supplied and fitted in accordance with the requirements of BS 5306:8

Commissioning Service

BS5306-3 requires that all new fire extinguishers have a Commissioning Service at the point of delivery. This means that it must be serviced at the point where it is to be used. It cannot be serviced at a remote location and then delivered to the customer for them to position and install. It assures the end-user that the extinguisher is fit for purpose before it is placed in service.

Basic Service

The Basic Service is carried out at your premises at a time convenient to you. The cost includes all consumable spares that need to be replaced when servicing to BS5306-3. Every extinguisher must have a Basic Service at least annually.

5 Year Extended Service

Water, Foam, Powder and Wet Chemical extinguishers require to be discharge tested every 5 years and refilled with new extinguishing mediums. The Extended Service is in addition to the Basic Service and includes a discharge test, valve service/overhaul, refill with new extinguishing medium and repressurising. This is usually carried out by replacing the unit with a service exchange appliance that is kitemarked to BS EN3.

10 Year Overhaul Service

CO₂ Extinguishers require to be Overhauled every 10 years. Overhauls will be carried out by service exchange and replaced with a new appliance kite-marked to BS EN3.

Wet Chemical

Wet Chemical extinguishers provide a fast, powerful means of tackling class ”A” and ”F” fires. Highly effective against cooking oils and fats, forming a flame smothering seal over the surface, and also preventing reignition by emulsifying the oils. The range of extinguishers have the following points:

• Squeeze grip operation for controlled discharge
• Corrosion-resistant finish
• Internal polypropylene lining
• Stored Pressure – to enable easy, low-cost servicing
• 5-year manufacturer’s warranty
• BSI accredited to BS EN3 and Kitemarked