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Name: FireShield 6Kg Dry Powder Stainless Steel Fire Extinguisher
Brand: Fireshield
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FireShield 6Kg Dry Powder Stainless Steel Fire Extinguisher

Revolutionising fire safety, this practical fire equipment has undergone a transformation. Turning your fire extinguisher into a captivating focal point of interior design. The versatile 6kg powder fire extinguisher featured in this range, is designed to combat Class A, B, and C fires and stands out for its unique aesthetic appeal.

Accompanied by matching polished tubular stands and ID signs, this collection sets new standards in elegant fire defence.

With this range, fire safety gear is no longer just an obligation; it can seamlessly integrate into your interior designs.

This innovation is ideal for contemporary spaces such as upscale bars, restaurants, luxurious hotels, and modern offices. Choose fire safety equipment that you're not just obligated to have but genuinely proud to showcase.

This Fire Extinguisher offers protection against class A, B & C type fires.

Please note: the handle on this extinguisher is stainless steel.

FireShield 6Kg Dry Powder Stainless Steel Fire Extinguisher
UKCA/CE approved	Manufactured to BS EN3	Passed 35kv conductivity test
J bracket included	Super strong base skirt for protection	Squeeze grip operation
Easy to service		5-year warranty

FireShield 6Kg Dry Powder Stainless Steel Fire Extinguisher
Capacity	6kg (CX-PWD-006-DSS)	Cylinder material	Steel
Colour	Stainless steel	Working pressure	14 bar
Fire rating	34A 233B C	Height	520mm
Extinguisher medium	ABC 40	Diameter	170mm
Temperature range	-20°C - +60°C	Width including hose	275mm
Pressuring gas	Nitrogen	Weight	8.30kg

Commissioning

Commissioning is the process of making a new fire extinguisher ready for service. In the UK, commissioning is required by BS 5306-3 and must be carried out onsite by a competent fire extinguisher technician.

Checking the extinguisher for damage or defects

Pressure gauge is in the green zone and checked using an equalisation pressure tester

Verifying the hose, nozzle, and pins are assembled to British Standards

Making sure the extinguisher is appropriate for the location

Adding identification signs

Completing the service label and certification

Important: If you require commissioning for extinguishers not purchased from us, all extinguishers must be gathered in one accessible location before the engineer arrives.

Commission & Fit

Commission & Fit includes the commissioning of new fire extinguishers alongside their professional installation. This ensures extinguishers are correctly mounted, positioned and ready for use in line with relevant British Standards.

Installing a wall bracket or stand and adding required signage

Ensuring correct mounting height

Placing the extinguisher in the correct location (escape routes, fire points, etc.)

Important: If you require commissioning and fitting for extinguishers not purchased from us, all extinguishers must be gathered in one accessible location before the engineer arrives. For all bookings, a site survey and relevant asbestos documentation must be provided.

Certified Disposal of Old Extinguishers

Certified disposal is a service that ensures your old extinguishers are removed and disposed of in full compliance with UK regulations, regardless of the extinguishing agent they contain.

Disposing of old extinguishers under UK regulations

Using certified, registered waste facilities

Receiving certified legal disposal documentation

Important: If you place an order for disposal, a collection crate is typically dispatched the next working day. Place all extinguishers for disposal securely inside the supplied crate, then call 0330 058 0631 to arrange a convenient collection time.

Q. What classification of fire should a ABC fire extinguisher be used on?

A. ABC dry powder fire extinguishers can be used on Class A solid combustibles, Class B flammable liquids, Class C flammable gases and electrical fires.

Class A – Solid Combustibles (wood, paper, cloth etc.)
Class B – Flammable Liquids (oils, solvents, alcohol, gasoline etc.)
Class C – Flammable Gases (propane, butane, petroleum gases etc)

Q. What colour is a ABC fire extinguisher?

A. The canister has a red body, a blue banner running along the top section labelling it POWDER, and a horn-shaped nozzle. White capitalised text is used for the POWDER label.

Q. What type of business would typically use a ABC dry powder fire extinguisher?

A. ABC dry powder fire extinguishers are commonly found in fabrication industries, industrial units, outside events, garage forecourts, businesses with large boiler rooms, LPG dispensing plants, welding or flame cutting businesses.

Q. Do your extinguishers come fully serviced and ready to use on delivery?

A. All our portable fire extinguishers are supplied ready for use, but those with larger capacities may need to be filled and charged prior to the first time they’re used. The product listing will explain this clearly.

Q. How often should fire extinguishers be serviced?

A. Fire extinguishers must be serviced every 12 months, this is known as the “basic service”. This service should be performed in accordance with British Standard BS5036-3 and conducted by a third-party, appropriately trained technician.

Q. What type of fire extinguisher do I need?

A. This depends entirely on what you are trying to extinguish, below are some examples of fires you could encounter.

Class A – Solid Combustibles (wood, paper, cloth etc.)
Class A Fire Extinguishers – Water, Water Additive, Dry Powder and Wet Chemical
Class B – Flammable Liquids (oils, solvents, alcohol, gasoline etc.)
Class B Fire Extinguishers – CO2, Dry Powder and Foam
Class C – Flammable Gases (propane, butane, petroleum gases etc)
Class C Fire Extinguishers – Dry Powder
Class D – Flammable Metals (magnesium, sodium, potassium, calcium, titanium etc.)
Class D Fire Extinguishers – Specialist Dry Powder (M28, MonneX and L2)
Electrical – Electrical Fires
Fire Extinguishers for Electrical Fires – CO2 and Dry Powder
Class F – Flammable Cooking (cooking oils and fats)
Class F Fire Extinguishers – Wet Chemical

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Services

Commissioning

Checking the extinguisher for damage or defects

Pressure gauge is in the green zone and checked using an equalisation pressure tester

Verifying the hose, nozzle, and pins are assembled to British Standards

Making sure the extinguisher is appropriate for the location

Adding identification signs

Completing the service label and certification

Important: If you require commissioning for extinguishers not purchased from us, all extinguishers must be gathered in one accessible location before the engineer arrives.

Commission & Fit

Installing a wall bracket or stand and adding required signage

Ensuring correct mounting height

Placing the extinguisher in the correct location (escape routes, fire points, etc.)

Certified Disposal of Old Extinguishers

Certified disposal is a service that ensures your old extinguishers are removed and disposed of in full compliance with UK regulations, regardless of the extinguishing agent they contain.

Disposing of old extinguishers under UK regulations

Using certified, registered waste facilities

Receiving certified legal disposal documentation

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Q. What classification of fire should a ABC fire extinguisher be used on?

A. ABC dry powder fire extinguishers can be used on Class A solid combustibles, Class B flammable liquids, Class C flammable gases and electrical fires.

Class A – Solid Combustibles (wood, paper, cloth etc.)
Class B – Flammable Liquids (oils, solvents, alcohol, gasoline etc.)
Class C – Flammable Gases (propane, butane, petroleum gases etc)

Q. What colour is a ABC fire extinguisher?

A. The canister has a red body, a blue banner running along the top section labelling it POWDER, and a horn-shaped nozzle. White capitalised text is used for the POWDER label.

Q. What type of business would typically use a ABC dry powder fire extinguisher?

Q. Do your extinguishers come fully serviced and ready to use on delivery?

Q. How often should fire extinguishers be serviced?

Q. What type of fire extinguisher do I need?

A. This depends entirely on what you are trying to extinguish, below are some examples of fires you could encounter.

Class A – Solid Combustibles (wood, paper, cloth etc.)
Class A Fire Extinguishers – Water, Water Additive, Dry Powder and Wet Chemical
Class B – Flammable Liquids (oils, solvents, alcohol, gasoline etc.)
Class B Fire Extinguishers – CO2, Dry Powder and Foam
Class C – Flammable Gases (propane, butane, petroleum gases etc)
Class C Fire Extinguishers – Dry Powder
Class D – Flammable Metals (magnesium, sodium, potassium, calcium, titanium etc.)
Class D Fire Extinguishers – Specialist Dry Powder (M28, MonneX and L2)
Electrical – Electrical Fires
Fire Extinguishers for Electrical Fires – CO2 and Dry Powder
Class F – Flammable Cooking (cooking oils and fats)
Class F Fire Extinguishers – Wet Chemical