Categories for Fire Safety Equipment

How To Choose The Right Fire Extinguisher

February 20, 2023 9:11 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Water Extinguishers  One of the most cost-effective ways to fight Class A fires, those fueled by solid materials like wood, paper, and textiles, is by using water extinguishers. These come in four different types: jet, spray, water with additives and water mist or fog. They work by spraying a jet of water at the burning material, cooling it, and preventing re-ignition. However, they should not be used on live electrical equipment as this can cause a fire to spread. Another type of water extinguisher is the water mist or fog fire extinguisher, which has a special nozzle that forms a... View Article

UTV Fire Safety Tips

April 1, 2022 12:00 am Published by Leave your thoughts

One of the best ways to spend your weekend is taking a recreational drive with your UTV, also known as a side-by-side vehicle. Most UTVs are at significant risk of catching fire, thus imposing danger to people in the surrounding environment. Luckily, with UTV fire extinguishers, you can at least salvage your UTV from complete fire destruction. However, if your UTV catches fire, it is highly advisable to get out immediately before finding a solution to save your investment. UTV Fire Extinguishers UTV fire extinguishers are meant to protect your UTV from severe damage that might be caused by fire. Your UTV needs... View Article

Fire Safety for Boats

March 15, 2022 12:00 am Published by Leave your thoughts

An uncontrolled fire on a boat can be devastating and frightening. When there is an onboard fire, it is likely to double in size every few seconds, which can be fatal. As such, it’s advisable to practice fire safety and have the right measures in place to prevent a mere problem from becoming a catastrophe.  Fires that occur on boats spread very quickly and present unique challenges for response due to the limited access and hazardous conditions surrounding boat rides. Fire Safety for Boats The common causes boat fires are faulty wiring, flammable solvents, smoking below decks, and galley cookers, among... View Article

Food Truck Fire Protection

March 1, 2022 12:00 am Published by Leave your thoughts

Food trucks are great. They are a viable way to have a restaurant and to make food for the public without having to spend a ton of money or time setting up a brick-and-mortar store. They are also a great means of traveling around and meeting tons of great customers. That being said, they do come with some danger. Protecting your food truck from fire is a must. Food Truck Fire Suppression With most food trucks, something like a sprinkler system is simply not viable and is not practical. While you may have a small tank of water that you... View Article

What’s the Difference Between Fire Protection, Prevention and Suppression?

March 19, 2021 2:37 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Fire safety is an important part of owning a business, but there are different aspects of fire safety to consider. For example, what is the difference between fire protection, prevention and suppression in Longview, TX? Read on to find out which type of system is right for your business. Fire protection This is implemented in the design process for a new building. The goal of fire protection is to protect anyone in the building and minimize the damage should a fire occur. It doesn’t always stop a fire from happening, but instead focuses on reducing damage to the structure and... View Article