Are you looking for the best Fire Extinguisher supply company in dubai?
Look no further. Stevok fire and safety, being one of the Civil defence approved company in Dubai, not only supply, but also helps with the installation and maintenance of Fire Extinguishers.
We supply all major brands including NAFCO, SFFECO, Firex etc.
When do you need a Fire Extinguisher?
Knowing how to deal with a fire emergency is extremely important. Fire Extinguishers are a portable invaluable tool and are often the first line of defence in the fight against a small fire outbreak, hence saving lives and property.
We are one of the most trusted vendors for fire extinguishers in UAE undertaking supply & Maintenance.
A fire extinguisher is an active fire protection device used to extinguish or control small fires, often in emergency situations.
It is not intended for use on an out-of-control fire, such as one which has reached the ceiling, endangers the user, or otherwise requires the expertise of a fire brigade. [ Know more- Wikipedia ]
Types of Fire Extinguishers
We supply all type of Fire extinguishers that contain varying substances suited to different types of fire all over uae. There are over 42 different types of fire extinguishers, the most common of which include; water, CO2, foam, dry powder and wet chemical extinguishers.
Water and Foam fire extinguishers extinguish the fire by taking away the heat element of the fire triangle. Foam agents also separate the oxygen element from the other elements.
Water extinguishers are for Class A fires only – they should not be used on Class B or C fires. The discharge stream could spread the flammable liquid in a Class B fire or could create a shock hazard on a Class C fire.
Carbon Dioxide fire extinguishers extinguish fire by taking away the oxygen element of the fire triangle and also be removing the heat with a very cold discharge.
Carbon dioxide can be used on Class B & C fires. They are usually ineffective on Class A fires.
Dry Powder extinguishers are similar to dry chemical except that they extinguish the fire by separating the fuel from the oxygen element or by removing the heat element of the fire triangle.
However, dry powder extinguishers are for Class D or combustible metal fires, only. They are ineffective on all other classes of fires.
We also undertake
Our Team of experts Engineers and Technicians are fully equipped with the know-how of the requirements for the installation and testing of Portable Fire Extinguishers as per NFPA 10 Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers.
The below points are especially
- Proper Extinguisher for hazard
- Proper mounting height and bracket
- Unobstructed discharge hose
- Proper agent weight and pressure
- Proper distribution of extinguishers
- Safety seals and tamper indicators in place
- Ensure that extinguisher is properly identified and is unobstructed
We under take contracts for annual or quarterly scheduled inspections and maintenance of Portable Fire Extinguishers
Fire extinguisher works by directing a substance (Fire Retardants) onto the fire, which either deprives the fire of Oxygen or hinders the chemical reactions that are leading the flame.
There are many different types and sizes of fire extinguishers available in the market and this often causes confusion while one is planning on purchasing one.
Since there is no one extinguisher type which works on all classes of fire, it is vital that one understands the different classes of fire. Using the wrong type of fire extinguisher can make the fire worse and endanger life, hence it is vital that one familiarizes once self with the various fire extinguisher types and fire classes.
There are basically 6 classes of fire and 5 types of fire extinguishers as depicted in the Table below 
The Fire extinguisher comprises of the below parts
- Cylinder – The Cylinder holds the fire retardant
- Handle – The Handle is used to carry and hold the extinguisher
- Nozzle – The fire retardant is expelled through the nozzle
- Pressure Gauge – The Pressure Gauge shows the pressure of the fire retardant stored in the cylinder.
When using a Fire Extinguisher one can use the PASS method.
P – Pull the pin on the Fire Extinguisher.
A – Aim the Fire Extinguisher Hose Nozzle at the base of the fire.
S – Squeeze the handle to release the fire retardant.
S – Sweep the nozzle from side to side at the base of the fire until it is extinguished.
Always make sure that you have identified an escape route in case the fire get out of control. Also, be aware of the smoke filling into the premise, if you face difficulty in breathing or seeing, evacuate immediately.