The fire blanket, a current trend in fire safety products, has recently been touted out as a top-choice for residential fire protection. But, trying to separate fact from fiction when it comes to fire safety can be difficult. Since this is in fact, a matter of life and death, having ALL the info you need to … Continue reading Should You Purchase a Fire Blanket?
What is “Swapping Out?”
Have you ever heard a technician tell you that they did a “swap out” or “exchange” on your extinguisher? We’re you left wondering exactly what had happened? Wonder no more! Swap outs or extinguisher exchanges are fairly common place within the fire extinguisher servicing industry. All extinguishers are on a service schedule. For the most … Continue reading What is “Swapping Out?”
Is My Fire Extinguisher a Commercial Unit?
There are vast differences between the types, sizes, and even construction among fire extinguishers! These attributes all play a role in determining whether or not an extinguisher is “commercial grade.” At a minimum, extinguishers must have a metal shell AND metal head mechanism to be considered suitable for commercial use. Depending on the environment, the … Continue reading Is My Fire Extinguisher a Commercial Unit?