Types of Fire Extinguishers PDF

Types of Fire Extinguishers PDF

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Guide to Different Types of Fire Extinguishers

Fire safety is important, whether it’s at home, work, or in public places. One of the key tools to stop a fire is a fire extinguisher. But did you know that not all fire extinguishers are the same? Each type is made to put out specific kinds of fires, so it’s important to know which one to use.

This guide will help you learn about the different types of fire extinguishers, how they work, and which fires they are best for. Whether you’re at home, running a business, or just want to be prepared, this information can help you make the right choice in case of a fire.

Download this PDF to understand more about fire extinguishers and how to use them to keep yourself and others safe.

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Foam fire extinguisher prices

AFF Foam Fire Extinguisher Prices

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AFF Foam fire extinguishers are often a great option for any situation. They offer Class A and Class B fire coverage. The AFF Foam extinguisher is seen as an obvious upgrade from a Water extinguisher if the Water extinguisher doesn’t meet your needs. One of the bonuses of an AFF Foam extinguisher that is has increased knockdown capabilities. This gives it an increased fire rating over the Water extinguisher, also not forgetting that the extinguisher can also combat fires involving flammable liquids as well as fires involving solids such as paper, cardboard or any other combustible material. The AFF Foam fire extinguisher prices are very competitive and very reasonable for the product they offer.

Budget AFF Foam Fire Extinguisher Prices

This range of extinguishers is the lowest-priced AFF Foam extinguishers we offer. We offer a complete range of sizes to give you a perfect selection to choose from to find whichever suits your needs the best.

Standard AFF Foam Fire Extinguishers

Our standard recommended selection is the CommanderEDGE range. These extinguishers offer great fire fighting capabilities and have great knockdown on flames, maximising the protection of the operator of the extinguisher. Our two different sizes both offer great packages and fire ratings respectively, but the 9L model has the best due to its larger size.

High-Performance EnviroFoam Fire Extinguisher Prices

Standard AFF Foam is not the best extinguisher for being environmentally friendly. This extinguisher uses a more environmentally safe foam. It also is a higher performance model that offers more fire rating than the standard model in the same size. All modern companies are striving to be more environmentally friendly. It is becoming evermore important to say that you are more environmentally friendly than your business rival as that is what drives sales. This simple change makes a lot of difference.

Stainless Steel AFF Foam Fire Extinguishers

Not only do these Stainless Steel fire extinguishers look fantastic, but they also have extra use. Due to the alloy used to make the Stainless Steel look containing Chromium, these extinguishers also do not rust.

Decorative AFF Foam Fire Extinguisher Prices

If the regular models aren’t your style, try these 6L models in Antique Copper and Polished Gold. These extinguishers are very sophisticated and will fit in with any opulent setting.

Available Accessories

We stock the full range of signage that perfectly pair with AFF Foam fire extinguishers. This includes the photoluminescent sign and all decorative ID signs.

Stands & Storage

We also stock a wide range of Stands and Storage solutions to help with looking after your fire extinguishers. These come in all different sizes and price ranges to help you find the best storage solution for whatever your fire safety storage needs are.

Dry Powder fire extinguisher prices

Dry Powder Fire Extinguisher Prices

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Dry Powder fire extinguishers are one of the most versatile fire extinguishers on the market. They can combat Class A, Class B, Class C and Electrical Fires. Dry Powder also has the ability to be stored at virtually any temperature, making it perfect for an outdoor location full year-round. Dry Powder fire extinguisher prices are varied between models and sizes.

Budget Dry Powder Fire Extinguisher Prices

These extinguishers are our lowest price point Dry Powder extinguishers that we offer in their respective sizes. These models still have ABC fire ratings and have all the features of the Dry Powder extinguisher. These models are the cheaper models to our standard range and do not have the same fire ratings.

Standard Dry Powder Fire Extinguishers

These extinguishers are our standard high-quality range of Dry Powder fire extinguishers. This range is the amazing CommanderEDGE range.

Stainless Steel Dry Powder Fire Extinguisher Prices

Not only do these Stainless Steel fire extinguishers look fantastic, but they also have extra use. Due to the alloy used to make the Stainless Steel look containing Chromium, these extinguishers also do not rust.

Decorative Dry Powder Fire Extinguisher Prices

If the regular models aren’t your style, try these 6kg models in Antique Copper and Polished Gold. These extinguishers are very sophisticated and will fit in with any opulent setting.

Available Accessories

We stock the full range of signage that perfectly pair with Dry Powder fire extinguishers. This includes the photoluminescent sign and all decorative ID signs.

Stands & Storage

We also stock a wide range of Stands and Storage solutions to help with looking after your fire extinguishers. These come in all different sizes and price ranges to help you find the best storage solution for whatever your fire safety storage needs are. These can come as either simple brackets or fully lockable storage boxes.

Wet Chemical fire extinguisher prices

Wet Chemical Fire Extinguisher Prices

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Wet Chemical fire extinguishers are a perfect fire extinguisher for a kitchen scenario. The Wet Chemical fire extinguishers that we offer have an easy-to-clean design, making them perfect for a kitchen scenario as they can easily keep up with a kitchen’s hygiene standards. This extinguisher has an AF fire rating meaning it can combat cooking oil or fat fires as well as standard solid combustible material fires. Wet Chemical fire extinguishers are specifically designed for deep-fat fryers when it comes to their kitchen fire safety ability. The F fire rating directly correlates to the size of the deep fat fryer they can protect. A 75F fire extinguisher can cover a 75L deep fat fryer. However, a handheld fire extinguisher can only cover a deep fat fryer up to 0.4m2 in area. The Wet Chemical fire extinguisher prices only vary on their size.

3L Wet Chemical Fire Extinguisher Prices

This extinguisher is the smaller model of the two models we offer. This extinguisher is perfect for a small to medium sized kitchen. Being designed with kitchens in mind, this extinguisher has an easy-to-clean model.

6L Wet Chemical Fire Extinguisher Prices

This 6L model is the larger of the two models we offer. Due to its larger size, this extinguisher is the perfect fit for any larger kitchen.

Available Accessories

We stock the signage that perfectly pairs with the Wet Chemical fire extinguishers. The photoluminescent model for the Wet Chemical ID sign is all we offer at the moment.

Stands & Storage

We also stock a wide range of Stands and Storage solutions to help with looking after your fire extinguishers. These come in all different sizes and price ranges to help you find the best storage solution for whatever your fire safety storage needs are. These can come as either simple brackets or fully lockable storage boxes.

water fire extinguisher prices

Water Fire Extinguisher Prices

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Water fire extinguishers are some of the cheapest fire extinguishers we offer. They are one of the most commonly used extinguishers because of their Class A fire rating and low price point. Water fire extinguisher prices depend on what bonus features they offer compared to the others. Often a huge factor is what extinguisher meets your fire rating needs.

Budget Water Additive Fire Extinguishers

This is the lowest cost range of Water fire extinguishers that we offer at the moment. These models are the Water Additive models which have an added wetting agent. Still with great fire extinguishing capabilities and a boosted fire rating due to the added wetting agent, just at a better price.

Standard Water Fire Extinguisher Prices

These fire extinguishers are the standard top-quality CommanderEDGE range. They offer great fire extinguishing ability and come in two great sizes.

Stainless Steel Water Fire Extinguishers

Not only do these Stainless Steel fire extinguishers look fantastic, but they also have extra use. Due to the alloy used to make the Stainless Steel look containing Chromium, these extinguishers also do not rust.

Decorative Water Fire Extinguisher Prices

If the regular models aren’t your style, try these 6L models in Antique Copper and Polished Gold. These extinguishers are very sophisticated and will fit in with any opulent setting.

Available Accessories

We stock the signage that perfectly pairs with Water fire extinguishers. This includes all the decorative designs as well as the photoluminescent sign.

Stands & Storage

We also stock a wide range of Stands and Storage solutions to help with looking after your fire extinguishers. These come in all different sizes and price ranges to help you find the best storage solution for whatever your fire safety storage needs are. These can come as either simple brackets or fully lockable storage boxes.

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Fire Extinguisher Prices

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Water Fire Extinguisher Prices

Water fire extinguishers are the most accessible fire extinguisher. This is likely because of their low price point and their ability to cover the most common type of fire. Water extinguishers can combat Class A fires. Water fire extinguisher prices vary depending on the model size and their fire rating.

Water Additive Fire Extinguishers

Water Additive fire extinguishers are a step up from the standard Water fire extinguisher. This is due to their increased fire rating which comes from their added wetting agent. They still however can only tackle Class A fires.

AFF Foam Fire Extinguisher Prices

Foam fire extinguishers are a very commonly used type of fire extinguisher. This is because they are good multi-purpose fire extinguishers that can tackle Class A and Class B fires.

Dry Powder Fire Extinguishers

Dry Powder fire extinguishers are very versatile fire extinguishers that are a main staple in a lot of fire safety setups. These fire extinguishers can be used on Class A, Class B, Class C and Electrical fires making them one of the most versatile fire extinguishers on the market.

CO2 Fire Extinguisher Prices

CO2 fire extinguishers are perfect for fighting Class B and Electrical fires. Its properties allow it not to damage electrical equipment, therefore, making it a great choice for situations where electrical fires are a risk.

Wet Chemical Fire Extinguishers

Wet Chemical fire extinguishers are perfect for kitchens as they are able to fight Class F fires which are most commonly found in the kitchen. The Wet Chemical extinguishers have an AF fire rating making them equipped to fight Class A or F fires.

MultiCHEM Fire Extinguisher Prices

MultiCHEM fire extinguishers are great multi-class fire extinguishers. Their ABF fire rating means they are able to combat Class A, B and F fires. This makes them a step above Wet Chemical extinguishers and ordinary AFF Foam extinguishers.

CO2 fire extinguisher prices

CO2 Fire Extinguisher Prices

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CO2 fire extinguisher prices are the most volatile of all the different types of fire extinguishers. CO2 is produced as a by-product of ammonia production. Ammonia is mostly used as a fertiliser with the leftover CO2 used in everything from beer, to meat packaging and fire extinguishers. With the soaring natural gas prices seen lately, the cost of CO2 has risen as it has become more expensive to produce.

Instead of permanently increasing CO2 fire extinguisher prices for them never to drop when the wholesale rates lower, our suppliers charge us a CO2 surcharge. This charge adjusts when the wholesale rate changes and allows us to adjust our prices accordingly.

Budget CO2 Fire Extinguisher Price

At this time the most cost effective CO2 extinguisher is the 2kg in standard red finish. You can use these on electrical fires. In workplaces, it is common to have these paired with a 6L foam or water extinguisher.

5kg CO2 Fire Extinguisher Price

For larger fire risks you’ll want a 5kg CO2 fire extinguisher to give you even more firepower. These can be located outside plant rooms or near expensive machinery for example.

Aluminium CO2 Fire Extinguisher

If you need to site your CO2 extinguisher in a corrosive environment such as a marine setting, you can buy aluminium bodied versions in 2kg & 5kg sizes.

Stainless CO2 Fire Extinguisher Price

Stainless steel extinguishers not only look great, but will also not rust due to the added Chromium in the alloy.

Decorative CO2 Fire Extinguishers

If the regular versions still aren’t your cuppa, we provide 2kg variants in Antique Copper and Polished Gold finishes. They are particularly effective in more opulent workplace settings or in public areas.

Available Accessories

We also stock a full range of signage in photoluminescent & decorative styles, not to mention stands, transport brackets and more, all designed to perfectly complement your CO2 extinguishers.

Stands and storage

Transport brackets

Metro – How is carbon dioxide made and what is it used for?

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Can I still use a Fire Bucket?

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Is a Fire Bucket still useful?

When can I use a Fire Bucket? What types of fire can it be used on? And why should I use it over an Extinguisher? 
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A Fire Bucket is filled with sand or water and is used to extinguish fires. Sand is often used where there is a risk of spilled flammable liquid which might ignite and spread by flowing across the ground. The sand is deployed to act as a barrier so it can stop flowing liquid. Sand fire buckets are used on Class B fires.

Water filled fire buckets are sometimes used where a water extinguisher might not be convenient, or where a supplement is prudent. Water fire buckets are used on Class A fires.

Want to learn more about the history of the fire bucket? If so check out this fascinating page into their history by H&O Plastics here.

The advantages that fire buckets offer are:

  • Highly effective on small fires.
  • Very affordable.
  • Reliable.
  • Easy to operate (No training is required).
  • Easily and quickly refilled by any one.

Please note: Fire buckets are helpful for initial stage fires or for small fires, and are not suitable for large fires. If you cannot control the fire then call 999 and get help from professional fire fighters. A fire bucket is not appropriate for extinguishing all types of fire.

Do fire buckets sound like the right fit for your fire safety needs and that they will make a great addition to your safety package? Because if so, you need to check out Fire Buckets on our website TODAY!

Clean Agent Fire Extinguishers

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Clean Agent Fire Extinguishers

What are they? Why are they different? What is so good about them?

Clean agent extinguishers act to extinguish a fire by smothering it without damaging the delicate electronic equipment it is commonly used on and also leaving no residue. The Clean Agent does not conduct electricity back to the user making them also effective on electrical fires. Clean Agent is effective on Class B and C fires typically petrol, oil, propane, butane etc.

A fire can only occur when three elements are present: heat, oxygen, and a fuel source. If one element is not present or is blocked, the fire will be extinguished. Clean agents eliminate either the heat or the oxygen elements to extinguish the fire. 

Clean agent extinguishers act to extinguish a fire by smothering it without damaging the delicate electronic equipment it is commonly used on and also leaving no residue. The Clean Agent does not conduct electricity back to the user making them also effective on electrical fires. Clean Agent is effective on Class B and C fires typically petrol, oil, propane, butane etc.

A fire can only occur when three elements are present: heat, oxygen, and a fuel source. If one element is not present or is blocked, the fire will be extinguished. Clean agents eliminate either the heat or the oxygen elements to extinguish the fire. 

Clean agent suppression systems are activated by smoke rather than heat. As a result, clean agent systems are able to suppress fire at its incipient stage by dispersing either an inert or Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) gas. Clean agents also are designed to prevent re-ignition.

Clean agent suppression systems are specifically beneficial to buildings holding mission critical data such as telecommunication switches, server rooms, museums, vaults, or process control rooms. This is because when clean agent systems are used to extinguish fire, instead of sprinkler systems, there’s no concern over water damage. With a system like these water damage can be as bad as the damage from the fire, if not worse.

Typical applications include Boats, Computer Rooms, Clean rooms, switch rooms and telecoms, Data Storage Areas and art storage rooms. 

Still not found what you are looking for? You can check out more here on the CheckFire website.

Sounds like the right fix for your fire safety needs? Check them out on our store here.

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The Best Fire Extinguishers for Cars

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What is the best fire extinguisher for cars? To answer that question, first the features of a great fire extinguisher for cars must be looked at. So for an Extinguisher to be the right fit for a car, it has to be able to deal with:

  • Class A Fires (Wood, Paper or Any Carbonaceous materials)
  • Class B Fires (Flammable Liquids)
  • Class C Fires (Flammable Gases)

Bearing this in mind there are only a few extinguishers that can combat all of these classes of fire.

This then makes a Dry Powder fire extinguisher the most suitable and affordable choice. These extinguishers however aren’t recommended for use within a confined space so should be avoided for use inside motorhomes and caravans when there are people close. But instead for those cases a AFF Foam fire extinguisher is recommended.

Here at Fireology we have a great range of products that would be suitable for use in cars, caravans and motorhomes. It is important that the right type of extinguisher is used on each fire, we aim to aid that choice with our expertise here at Fireology. 

Our pick of the best fire extinguisher for cars is :

  • CommanderEDGE 1kg ABC Dry Powder Fire Extinguisher

Or

  • CommanderEDGE 2kg ABC Dry Powder Fire Extinguisher

In the UK fire extinguishers aren’t required by law, but in other European countries they do. So to find out what safety equipment is required in different countries across Europe, click the link here and find our blog post about safety regulations whilst driving across Europe.