Which fire extinguisher do I need?
All extinguishers should be coloured red, (BS EN3). However 5% of the extinguisher surface area may be colour coded with a label.
Many establishments may still have whole body colour extinguishers (blue/cream/black), these may continue in use until the end of their useful life and then be replaced by the requisite red extinguishers.
Where this is a risk that confusion may be caused by installing red BS EN3 extinguishers and whole body colour type extinguishers in the same work area, then it is good practice to replace all extinguishers in the area with new BS EN3 extinguishers and re-utilise any displaced whole body colour extinguishers elsewhere.
Fire appliances must be kept in suitable locations so that they are readily accessible at all times. In most cases they should be mounted on the wall so that the handle is at a convenient height (usually about 1 metre from the floor). The locations must be permanent so that they become familiar to all staff. When sited in workrooms or areas, they are usually best as near to the door as possible, but away from any part of the room where the fire risk is greatest.
A notice indicating the location of fire fighting equipment should be displayed where the location of the equipment is not obvious or in areas of high risk.
All fire fighting appliances should be serviced annually by a competent person, and Firekill can arrangements to this end. The date of inspection should be noted on a label fixed to the appliance.
Between inspections, a routine visual examination will identify any that become damaged and need attention. Any that have been discharged must be recharged as soon as possible.
Water extinguishers – Click here for a quote or call us now
Optimax Water Extinguisher – 9ltr S/P
Stored Pressure
Ideal for fires involving wood, paper, fabrics and other similar types of free-burning materials. This high quality extinguisher is British Standard approved and gives an impressive fire-fighting performance.
- BS EN3 Kitemark ensures continuous product excellence.
- High-grade brass head assembly ensures reliability and optimises efficiency.
- Coated steel levers built to withstand the hardest knocks.
- 15 bar working pressure for maximum fire fighting performance gives greater application reach ensuring user safety.
- Long drawn high grade steel body shell for optimum strength.
- Polyester external coating adds extra protection to withstand extreme temperatures, dirty environments and UV degradation.
- Polyethylene internal lining safeguards against corrosion.
- Precision built mechanical pressure gauge provides a very accurate indication of extinguishers' pressure status.
- High quality application hose with plated brass ferrules.
- Robust protective plastic skirt.
Optimax Water Extinguisher
| Type |
Water 9ltr S/P |
| Capacity (ltr) |
9 |
| Fire rating |
21A |
| Height (mm) |
600 |
| Cylinder diameter (mm) |
189 |
| Overall width (mm) |
300 |
| Filled weight (kg) |
14.06 |
| Range of throw (m) |
>4 |
| Duration of discharge (secs) |
50 |
| Working pressure (at 20°C) |
15 bar |
| Temperateure range (°C) |
0 to 60 |
| BS EN3 approved |
 |
FirePower Water Extinguishers
Stored Pressure / Cartridge Operated
The Water extinguisher is still one of the most useful and cost-effective ways to put out free-burning materials such as paper, wood and fabrics.
- Squeeze grip operation.
- Corrosion resistant finish.
- Internal polyethylene lining.
- Protective plastic base.
- Kitemarked to BS EN3.
- Complete with bracket.
FirePower Water Extinguishers
| Type |
9ltr Water S/P |
9L Water C/O |
| Capacity (ltr) |
9 |
9 |
| Fire rating |
21A |
21A |
| Height (mm) |
600 |
600 |
| Cylinder diameter (mm) |
189 |
189 |
| Overall width (mm) |
300 |
330 |
| Filled weight (kg) |
14.06 |
14.87 |
| Range of throw (m) |
>4 |
>4 |
| Duration of discharge (secs) |
50 |
60 |
| Working pressure (at 20°C) |
15 bar |
10 bar |
| Temperateure range (°C) |
0 to 60 |
0 to 60 |
| BS EN3 approved |
|
|
| BS 7937 approved |
|
0 |
| MED (approval pending) |
|
1 |
Foam Extinguishers – Click here for a quote or call us now
Optimax Foam Extinguishers
Stored Pressure
Ideal for multi-risk situations. free-burning materials such as wood and paper as well as flammable liquids can be tackled very effectively.
- High grade brass head assembly ensures reliability and optimises efficiency.
- Coated steel levers built to withstand the hardest knocks.
- 15 bar working pressure for maximum fire fighting performance gives greater application reach, helping to ensure user safety.
- Long drawn high grade steel body shell for optimum strength.
- Polyester external coating adds extra protection to withstand extreme temperatures, dirty environments and UV degradation.
- Polyethylene internal lining safeguards against corrosion.
- Precision built mechanical pressure gauge provides a very accurate indication of extinguisher's pressure status.
- High quality application hose with plated brass ferrules.*
- Robust protective plastic skirt.*
- All spray models have passed the BS EN3 35kV di-electric test.
- Safe to use in close proximity to electrical equipment.
*Excludes 2ltr model.
Optimax Foam Extinguishers
| Type |
AFFF Foam Spray 2ltr S/P |
AFFF Foam Spray 3ltr S/P |
AFFF Foam Spray 6ltr S/P |
AFFF Foam Spray 9ltr S/P |
| Capacity (ltr) |
2 |
3 |
6 |
9 |
| Fire rating |
8A 55B |
13A 89B |
13A 144B |
21A 183B |
| Height (mm) |
395 |
435 |
565 |
600 |
| Cylinder diameter (mm) |
112 |
130 |
160 |
189 |
| Overall width (mm) |
150 |
290 |
290 |
300 |
| Filled weight (kg) |
3.8 |
5.55 |
9.96 |
14.1 |
| Range of throw (m) |
>2 |
>2 |
>4 |
>4 |
| Duration of discharge (secs) |
12 |
18 |
30 |
40 |
| Working pressure (at 20°C) |
15 bar |
15 bar |
15 bar |
15 bar |
| Temperateure range (°C) |
0 to 60 |
0 to 60 |
0 to 60 |
0 to 60 |
| BS EN3 approved |
|
|
|
|
| MED (approval pending) |
|
0 |
|
1 |
FirePower Foam Extinguishers - S/P
Stored Pressure
Spray foam extinguishers provide a fast, powerful means of tackling flammable liquids. The foam forms a seal over the surface to prevent re-ignition. Ideal for multi-risk usage and safe to use in close proximity to electrical equipment.
- Spray nozzle.
- Squeeze grip operation.
- Corrosion resistant finish.
- Internal polyethylene lining.
- Protective plastic base.*
- Complete with bracket.
- 6L and 9L models have passed the 35kv conductivity discharge test.
*Excludes 2ltr model.
FirePower Foam Extinguishers - S/P
| Type |
2ltr AFFF Foam Spray S/P |
6ltr AFFF Foam Spray S/P |
9ltr AFFF Foam Spray S/P |
| Capacity (ltr) |
2 |
6 |
9 |
| Fire rating |
8A 55B |
13A 144B |
21A 183B |
| Height (mm) |
395 |
565 |
600 |
| Cylinder diameter (mm) |
112 |
160 |
189 |
| Overall width (mm) |
150 |
290 |
300 |
| Filled weight (kg) |
3.81 |
10.09 |
14.21 |
| Range of throw (m) |
>2 |
>4 |
>4 |
| Duration of discharge (secs) |
12 |
30 |
40 |
| Working pressure (at 20°C) |
15 bar |
15 bar |
15 bar |
| Temperateure range (°C) |
0 to 60 |
0 to 60 |
0 to 60 |
| BS EN3 approved |
|
|
|
FirePower Foam extinguishers - C/O
Cartridge Operated
These extinguishers have all the same efficient fire-fighting properties for flammable liquids as the stored pressure models bus as cartridge operated units. These are ideal for marine use.
- BS EN3 kitemarked.
- Spray nozzle.
- Squeeze grip operation.
- Corrosion resistant finish.
- Internal polyethelyne lining.
- Protective plastic base.
- Complete with bracket.
- Branchpipe model is also suitable for alcohol risks.
- Both spray extinguishers have passed the 35kv conductivity test.
- Safe to use in close proximity to electrical equipment.
FirePower Foam extinguishers - C/O
| Type |
6L AFFF Foam Spray C/O |
9L AFFF Foam Spray C/O |
FFFP-AR Branchpipe C/O |
| Capacity (ltr) |
6 |
9 |
9 |
| Fire rating |
13A 144B |
21A 183B |
21A 183B |
| Height (mm) |
565 |
600 |
600 |
| Cylinder diameter (mm) |
160 |
189 |
189 |
| Overall width (mm) |
310 |
330 |
380 |
| Filled weight (kg) |
10.67 |
10.67 |
15.1 |
| Range of throw (m) |
>4 |
>4 |
>4 |
| Duration of discharge (secs) |
30 |
40 |
35 |
| Working pressure (at 20°C) |
14 bar |
10 bar |
15 bar |
| Temperateure range (°C) |
0 to 60 |
0 to 60 |
0 to 60 |
| BS EN3 approved |
|
|
|
| MED (approval pending) |
|
1 |
|
M28/L2 Extinguishers – Click here for a quote or call us now
Optimax Lithium L2 and M28 Powder Extinguishers
Stored Pressure
These extinguishers are highly effective against metal fires such as sodium, magnesium and aluminium when in the form of powder or swarf. Their unique lance applicator is designed to allow the powder to fall gently over the fire to prevent burning material from spreading.
- Corrosion resistant high grade plastic valve.
- Seize and squeeze for maximum control.
- Unique lance applicator designed to allow the powder to fall gently over the fire.
- Colour coded zone for easy identification.
- Highly effective against metal fires, which include fires caused by lithium, sodium, magnesium and aluminium when in the form of powder or swarf.
- The L2 contains powder which is suitable for fires involving lithium.
Optimax Lithium L2 and M28 Powder Extinguishers
| Type |
Lithium L2 Powder S/P (9Kg) |
M28 Powder S/P (9Kg) |
| Capacity (ltr) |
9 |
9 |
| Fire rating |
N/A |
N/A |
| Height (mm) |
610 |
610 |
| Cylinder diameter (mm) |
189 |
189 |
| Overall width (mm) |
300 |
300 |
| Filled weight (kg) |
14.56 |
14.56 |
| Range of throw (m) |
N/A |
N/A |
| Duration of discharge (secs) |
30 |
30 |
| Working pressure (at 20°C) |
15 bar |
15 bar |
| Temperateure range (°C) |
-20 to 60 |
-20 to 60 |
CO2 Extinguishers – Click here for a quote or call us now
Optimax CO2 Extinguishers
Aluminium/Steel
Suitable for use on flammable liquids and electrical fires, both models contain a non-toxic, clean gas. When used they leave little residue and so are ideal for offices and workshops because damage to equipment is kept to a mimimum.
- High grade brass head assembly ensures reliability and optimises efficiency.
- Coated steel levers built to withstand the hardest knocks.
- 56 bar working pressure at 20oC for maximum fire fighting performance.
- Polyester external coating adds extra protection to withstand extreme temperatures, dirty environments and UV degradation.
Optimax CO2 Extinguishers
| Type |
2 Kg CO2 Squat Aluminium |
2 Kg CO2 Squat Aluminium |
2Kg CO2 Steel |
5Kg CO2 Steel |
| Capacity (ltr) |
2 |
5 |
2 |
5 |
| Fire rating |
34B |
70B |
34B |
55B |
| Height (mm) |
490 |
800 |
600 |
910 |
| Cylinder diameter (mm) |
117 |
152 |
102 |
140 |
| Overall width (mm) |
180 |
290 |
115 |
220 |
| Filled weight (kg) |
4.91 |
11.43 |
7.5 |
15 |
| Range of throw (m) |
>4 |
>4 |
>4 |
>4 |
| Duration of discharge (secs) |
8 |
14 |
13 |
24 |
| Working pressure (at 20°C) |
56 bar |
56 bar |
56 bar |
56 bar |
| Temperateure range (°C) |
-20 to 60 |
-20 to 60 |
-20 to 60 |
-20 to 60 |
| BS EN3 approved |
|
|
|
|
| MED (approval pending) |
|
1 |
|
1 |
FirePower CO2 Extinguishers
Stored Pressure
For electrical fires or flammable liquids CO2 is ideal. Harmless to electrical equipment and so is ideal for offices and workshops. Both these extinguishers have non-conductive, anti-static horns.
- Squeeze grip operation.
- Corrosion resistant finish.
- Harmless to machinery.
- Kitemarked to BS EN3.
- Complete with bracket.
FirePower CO2 Extinguishers
| Type |
2Kg CO2 Squat Aluminium |
5Kg CO2 Aluminium |
| Capacity (ltr) |
2 |
5 |
| Fire rating |
34B |
70B |
| Height (mm) |
490 |
750 |
| Cylinder diameter (mm) |
117 |
152 |
| Overall width (mm) |
180 |
310 |
| Filled weight (kg) |
4.91 |
11.43 |
| Range of throw (m) |
>4 |
>4 |
| Duration of discharge (secs) |
8 |
14 |
| Working pressure (at 20°C) |
56 bar |
56 bar |
| Temperateure range (°C) |
-20 to 60 |
-20 to 60 |
| BS EN3 approved |
|
|
Wet Chemical Extinguishers – Click here for a quote or call us now
Optimax Wet Chemical Extinguisher
Stored Pressure
An extremely effective extinguisher designed specifically for fires involving cooking oils and fats. The chemical knocks out the flames, cools theh burning oil and seals the surface preventing re-ignition. The extinguisher is easy to use, producing a gentle but highly effective spray which helps prevent hot oil splashing on the user.
- Capable of extinguishing a cooking oil or fat fire of up to 75 litres in size.
- 13A fire rating for all round safety and embraces the 35 kV di-electric test.
- EN3 red, with official canary yellow colour coding.
- User friendly 6 litre size - supplied factory filled.
- Wet chemical process seals the surface of burning oil to prevent re-ignition.
- Cylinder, lance and nozzle constructed from high quality stainless steel.
- Unique hose swivel joint for ease of direction of discharge.
Optimax Wet Chemical Extinguisher
| Type |
Water 9ltr S/P |
| Capacity (ltr) |
6 |
| Fire rating |
13A 75F |
| Height (mm) |
650 |
| Cylinder diameter (mm) |
180 |
| Overall width (mm) |
310 |
| Filled weight (kg) |
11.03 |
| Range of throw (m) |
>2 |
| Duration of discharge (secs) |
48 |
| Working pressure (at 20°C) |
6.9 bar |
| Temperateure range (°C) |
0 to 60 |
| BS 7937 approved |
1 |
| MED (approval pending) |
1 |
TG Fixed Hose Reels - Click here for a quote or call us now
- Automatic or manual operation.
- Easy to install and maintain.
- Simple to operate.
- Easy to service.
- Accommodates 30m of 25mm or 19mm bore hose.
- Manufactured from zinc plated steel for corrosion protection.
- Epoxy polyester powder coated for a high quality finish.
- Jet spray nozzle included with all models.
- Technical datasheets with performance specification available.
- Beaded hose guides on fixed reels allows hose to be drawn out easily in any direction.
- Gate valves supplied separately.
19mm hose reel (manual)
25mm hose reel (manual)
19mm hose reel (automatic)
25mm hose reel (automatic)
TG Swinging Hose Reels – Click here for a quote or call us now
- Automatic or manual operation.
- Easy to install and maintain.
- Simple to operate.
- Easy to service.
- Accommodates 30m of 25mm or 19mm bore hose.
- Manufactured from zinc plated steel for corrosion protection.
- Epoxy polyester powder coated for a high quality finish.
- Jet spray nozzle included with all models.
- Technical datasheets with performance specification available.
- Gate valves supplied separately.
19mm hose reel (manual)
25mm hose reel (manual)
19mm hose reel (automatic)
25mm hose reel (automatic)
Ancillary Items – Click here for a quote or call us now
If there is anything else you need for fire and emergency safety you'll find it here. We stock a comprehensive range of high quality and fully conformant products vital for people's safety in emergency situations, including:
- Fire Blankets
- Extinguisher Cabinets
- Extinguisher Covers
- Fire Points / Stands
- Panic Bolts and Latches
- Escape Ladders
- Alarm Bells
- Fire Buckets
- Mini Extinguishers
- First Aid Kits