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Fire Extinguishers Cheshire (FEC) sells and services all models and sizes of fire extinguishers available on the market. When purchasing a fire extinguisher, many customers wonder what type of extinguisher they should choose and as well as the appropriate size.
With 35 years of serving Cheshire, we are experts in selecting the type-appropriate fire extinguisher that will satisfy fire safety codes. As a consumer, it is important for you to know that there is no “one-type-fits-all” fire extinguisher. Each fire extinguisher has a specific use dependent on potential fire hazards that may occur.
FEC provides a wide array of fire extinguishers that are specific to your business and industry needs. Our experience and knowledge enables us to access your property and determine which type of fire extinguisher is required specific to your operation and in accordance with UK legislation. Fire Extinguishers Cheshire, sells and installs only the highest quality brands and products in the industry.
Common Types Of Fire Extinguishers:
Powder Extinguisher (Multi-Purpose)
Can be used on fires involving organic solids, liquids such as grease, fats, oil, paint, petrol, etc but not on chip or fat pan fires. Can also be used on gas fires.
Foam Extinguisher (AFFF)
Fires involving solids and burning liquids, such as paint and petrol but not suitable for chip or fat pan fires. Safe on fires caused by electricity if tested to 35kV (dielectric test) and a 1m safety distance is adhered to.
Carbon Dioxide Extinguisher
Live electrical equipment, although it allows re-ignition of hot plastics. Now mainly used on computer servers, although care has to be taken in small server rooms as CO2 gas is poisonous at 4% and can kill at just 8% concentration.
Wet Chemical Extinguisher
Wet chemical fire extinguishers are ideal for Class F fires, involving cooking oils and fats, such as lard, olive oil, sunflower oil, maize oil and butter.
Water (H2O)
Below are just a few factors that should be taken into consideration when determining which type of extinguisher to install:
- Type of fire to most likely occur
- Size of fire to most likely occur
- Hazards in the area where the fire is most likely to occur
- Energised electrical equipment in the vicinity of the fire
- Size of your establishment
