EXTINGUISHER TYPES AND CLASSES

Class A:  SOLIDS such as paper, wood, plastic etc

Class B:  FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS such as paraffin, petrol, oil etc

Class C:   FLAMMABLE GASES such as propane, butane, methane etc

Class D: METALS such as aluminium, magnesium, titanium etc

Class E: Fires involving ELECTRICAL APPARATUS

Class F: Cooking OIL & FAT etc

FOAM (AFFF) Fire Extinguishers

Sizes Available 1,2,3,6 and 9 Litre

Foam is always an excellent choice for Class A and B fires. The increasingly popular 6 litre model combines light weight, compact design and a 13A/113B fire rating. The 1 litre and 2 litre models are supplied with sturdy transport brackets.

DRY POWDER Fire Extinguishers

Sizes Available: 2,3,4,6 and 9 Kg

ABC powder is a multi-purpose extinguishing medium with excellent knock-down properties. The range of sizes includes the 2kg model with transport bracket making it ideal for vehicle applications. The 9kg, 6kg, 4kg and 3kg models are supplied with a protective plastic base with hose stowage socket

WATER Fire Extinguishers

Sizes Available: 6, 9 Litre

Water is the most popular extinguishing medium for Class A fires. Our lightweight 6 litre model is a popular choice for easy handling while still achieving a 13A fire rating, making it ideal for most office environments. The Compact 34 model is a high-performance water-plus-additive extinguisher achieving a remarkable 34A fire rating. Its compact size and outstanding performance make it the obvious choice for nearly every Class A risk situation.

Co2  Fire Extinguishers Sizes available: 2Kg, 5Kg

Suitable for both electrical and flammable liquid fires Class B, CO2 is non-damaging to electrical equipment and machinery. Supplied with non-conductive discharge horns, these extinguishers are ideal for workshop, industrial and office environments.

Wet Chemical Extinguishers Sizes Available: 3,6 litre

Wet chemical extinguishers are designed for use on Class F fires involving cooking oils and fats, such as lard, olive oil, sunflower oil, maize oil and butter. It is extremely effective as the wet chemical rapidly knocks the flames out, cools the burning oil and chemically reacts to form a soap-like solution, sealing the surface and preventing re-ignition

Class D Powders ( Metals )Class D fires are caused by burning metals that combust easily on contact with air, such as magnesium and lithium. Such specialised fires require a specialised metal powder fire extinguisher to deal with them, and will be required in scientific labs or where manufacturing processes involve the risk of metal fires. For example, aluminium dust or swarf can catch fire, so any process involving cutting, drilling or milling aluminium holds potential risk.

Contact info@pd-fireandsafety.co.uk or call the office on 01305 759084