Automatic Extinguishers

Automatic Extinguishers

Automatic fire extinguishers are essentially the same as ordinary extinguishers - with one important difference. These units use a quartzoid glass bulb filled with a heat-sensitive liquid instead of grasp handles. When temperatures rise, the liquid expands, and once exceeding a certain temperature, the bulb breaks to activate the extinguisher. A specially adapted spray head quickly covers the surrounding area in a firefighting agent.

We offer multiple automatic extinguisher options, either powder or clean agent gas (useful for expensive or sensitive electrical equipment). These reliable units are superb in confined areas, including engine rooms or boats. An automatic fire extinguisher will detect, deploy, and extinguish fire long before anyone even notices it. They are also suitable for agricultural machinery, mining equipment and telecoms installations.

What sets Automatic Powder Extinguishers apart from Clean Gas Extinguishers?

Automatic powder extinguishers are popular for two main reasons: Firstly, they're versatile and can fight various types of fires. Secondly, they're affordable for businesses and boat owners. However, one drawback is the potential for after-fire damage.

On the other hand, clean gas extinguishers, although more expensive, utilise the FK-5-1-12 gas as a clean agent. This limits the amount of residue left behind after extinguishing a fire. These benefits make these units suitable for protecting sensitive equipment. Moreover, Clean Agent extinguishers release a gas that quickly spreads throughout a localised area.

You'll recognise our automatic powder extinguisher thanks to their blue labels. Powder contents effectively fight against Class A, B and C fires for full coverage. These units are especially useful for boat engine compartments, flammable liquid stores, and plant rooms.

Should you opt for clean agent extinguishers instead, you can distinguish these thanks to their green labels. Each clean agent unit reduces collateral damage by utilising gas contents. This makes them useful for aviation industries, art and antique rooms, and computer spaces.

Should I choose an Automatic Wall or Ceiling Extinguisher?

When choosing an automatic fire extinguisher, you have the choice between ceiling-mounted and wall-mounted options. This largely depends on the type of fire hazard you are protecting against. Ceiling-mounted extinguishers excel in providing coverage for an entire room by dispersing extinguishing agents effectively. Wall-mounted options aim to protect a specific area.

Ceiling-mounted extinguishers are suitable for environments like engine rooms or server cupboards. They ensure widespread coverage should fires occur. Suspended from the ceiling through a bracket, each unit offers centralised positioning within the room.

On the other hand, wall-mounted automatic extinguishers protect specific equipment directly. If you mount units above particular equipment, they offer direct fire protection. The extinguisher comes with a bracket, allowing you to attach units securely to a wall or other surface. This ensures it stays in a vertical position for optimal performance.

However, some of our wall-mounted fire extinguishers also feature telescopic brackets, enabling suspension away from the wall. This flexibility is ideal for areas with high ceilings or insufficient ceiling strength to support the extinguisher's weight.