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FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

Since 1983 we have been providing fire extinguisher sales, installation and servicing to industry, business and employers throughout South Wales, Mid Wales, West Wales and the South West of England, including the major cities of Cardiff, Swansea, Newport, Bristol, Hereford, Gloucester and the surrounding areas. We provide an extensive range of quality fire extinguishers including water fire extinguishers, carbon dioxide (CO2), dry powder, foam fire extinguishers and specialist range fire extinguishers. We can also provide non-red fire extinguishers such as those with a designer chrome or stainless finish, a gold finish or copper finish fire extinguishers. These designer finish extinguishers may appeal to you if, for example, you would like to use them in specific situations, such as where hygiene or corrosive atmospheres are important considerations, or maybe where the colour finish of the fire extinguisher may be more in keeping with the surroundings and/or decor of the premises such as in hotel receptions, bars, restaurants and art galleries, etc.

We offer free site surveys and quotes to ensure you have the correct fire extinguishers for your premises, including how many you need and the most appropriate types.

If you would like further information or advice for your particular circumstances, please contact us and we’ll be happy to assist you.

DOES YOUR BUSINESS OR PREMISES NEED FIRE EXTINGUISHERS?

BAFE and IFEDA Registered, CHAS accredited and F I A members

One of the first considerations of any business or employer, when assessing fire safety requirements, is, 'Do I need to have fire extinguishers?'

Every business and employer is required to carry out a fire risk assessment and a competent fire risk assessor, when carrying out the Fire Risk Assessment, will assess and advise on the appropriate types and numbers of fire extinguishers required.

So, do you need to have fire extinguishers?

  • The simple answer to that question is normally YES, particularly if you are a business or an employer. There are many other types of situation that may require you to assess the need for fire extinguishers and it is difficult to provide a definitive list. We suggest that, unless it is your own home, you seek professional advice.
  • In the UK it is a legal requirement for a business or workplace to carry out a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment of the risks of fire to their employees, and others, who may be affected by their work or business.
  • You can access UK Government advice on Fire Safety in the Workplace and get advice on your responsibilities via the GOV.UK website.
  • General fire safety advice is also available on the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) website.

Even the smallest of workplaces, including where members of the public have access, are suggested to have at least one extinguisher but, ultimately:

  • It is your fire risk assessment that should determine the risks and the number and types of fire extinguishers you need. 
  • A fire risk assessment will normally cover much more than just fire extinguisher requirements.

Choosing your fire extinguishers and service provider

When choosing where to source your fire extinguishers it is important to ensure that they will be manufactured to an appropriate standard.

Fire extinguishers also need to be regularly inspected to ensure:

  • They are serviced and maintained to the required standard. 
  • Fire extinguisher servicing should only be carried by someone who is trained and competent to do so.

Blackwood Fire only supply fire extinguishers that are, as a minimum, manufactured in accordance with BS EN3 and CE marked, if they are supplied in the colour red. We can also supply stainless steel, gold and copper finish extinguishers that are manufactured to the same standards as the red coloured extinguishers, but only red extinguishers can be kitemarked and approved to BS EN3. Most non-red fire extinguishers supplied by reputable companies in the UK are tested to BS EN3, although they don’t comply with them because they are not red.

In addition, ALL of our service technicians are trained and certificated by BAFE (British Association of Fire Equipment).

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A Selection of Our Fire Extinguisher Product Ranges

FirePower, Commander Edge and Commander Contempo Fire Extinguisher Ranges

Fire Extinguisher RangesThese fire extinguisher ranges provide a means to meeting and exceeding the minimum fire safety requirements of our customers.

As a dedicated range of stored pressure extinguishers, both ranges are recognised and respected brands in the fire industry.

All red coloured FirePower and Commander Edge fire extinguishers are British Standard (BSI) Kitemarked and have, as a minimum, the following:

  • Kitemarked to BS EN3
  • CE Marked 
  • Squeeze grip operation
  • Corrosion resistant finish
  • Protective plastic base *
  • Complete with bracket

*Excludes 2ltr Foam S/P model, 1kg and 2kg Powder models & CO2 models.

Please note that some extinguishers, in the FirePower range and Commander Edge ranges, are available in stainless steel, gold and copper finishes, in addition to the standard red colour.

Where stainless steel, gold and copper finish extinguishers are available in a range, they are manufactured to the same standards as the red coloured extinguishers but only red extinguishers can be kitemarked and approved to BS EN3.

Stainless steel, gold and copper finish extinguishers are ideal for environments where hygiene is paramount and/or when considering architecture, appearance and the aesthetics of the environment in which they may be required.

Amerex Premium Range Fire Extinguishers

Amerex Premium Range Fire Extinguishers

Amerex extinguishers are recognised as probably the finest in the market and particularly for the quality of materials, manufacture and ease of service.

The wet agents are all contained in extinguishers constructed from:

  • high quality stainless steel bodies, and
  • 100% milled metal valves (brass and stainless steel).

The use of stainless steel bodies significantly reduces the total extinguisher weight and increases service life compared with the mild steel alternatives.

Due to the extinguisher’s longevity,  Amerex’s strict recycling policy and the careful attention Amerex pays to all aspect of environmental impact, we believe that Amerex equipment will help you make an environmentally sound choice.

Red models are:

  • Kitemarked
  • BAFE approved to BS EN3.

Polished finish extinguishers are also available.

Please note that the polished finish in the Amerex range are manufactured to the same standards as the red coloured extinguishers but only red extinguishers can be kitemarked and approved to BS EN3.

The polished finish extinguishers come with a highly polished finish and are ideal for environments where hygiene is paramount or when considering architecture and appearance.

10 Year Guarantee on Amerex Fire Extinguishers

All our range of Amerex fire extinguishers come with a 10 year guarantee against manufacturing defects.

For detailed information on all the extinguishers in our product range, please browse through them via the menu on the right or contact us.

Types of Fire Extinguisher 

There are several types of fire extinguisher and each type can be specific for use on a certain type of fire. It is therefore suggested that you seek advice before purchasing your fire equipment to ensure it will be effective in the environment in which it is intended to be used, and this applies equally if the fire extinguisher is for home use.

The main types of extinguisher are:

  • Water
  • Foam
  • Dry Powder
  • Carbon Dioxide (CO2)
  • Wet Chemical

For a guide to 'Types of Fire Extinguisher and their uses' and more, please visit our Help & Advice section. 

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