WHAT IS FIREFIGHTING?

Firefighting is any activity attempted to stop the spread of fire and cools down the fire in vehicles, offices, and homes. Fire Fighting Equipment defeat the fires for the protection of the lives, premises, and environment. Firefighters require very professional and high-level training.

But there are many hazards associated with the fire suppressing operation.  During the process of fire extinguishing, firemen must carry self-contained berating apparatus because during this operation they may feel suffocation.

Fire reliever must have the following skills for fire suppression.

• Skills to rescue the situation.
• Mitigation of hazardous material.
• They must know about fire classes.
• Must know the fire dynamics.
• They must be physically fit.
• Fire hose operations and streams.
• Technical knowledge of the equipment.

WHAT IS FIREFIGHTING EQUIPMENT?

It is the equipment that is used to extinguish the fire. Now a day we are all time surrounded by different machines or devices that can cause fire mishap. So we must have some of this equipment near us to tackle any fire hazard.

So in this world full of risks firefighting equipment can be used to protect people and property. These are used to reduce the risk of small fires.

Firefighting equipment can be both:

• Fixed Firefighting equipment (fire hydrants, sprinkler systems).
• Portable Firefighting equipment (extinguishers, fire blankets).

WHAT IS A PORTABLE FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT?

Portable Fire Fighting equipment is that equipment that is moveable and easy to use. It deals with fires that are on small scale and are detected by someone soon after ignition.  The purpose of portable firefighting equipment is to stop the small fires from spreading and from going out of control because when the fire is out of control it can destroy on a very massive level.

In small premises, it is essential to have one or more portable fire suppressing equipment so that in case of fire hazards we can rescue the premises from destruction.

WHAT IS FIXED FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT?

Fixed fire suppressing equipment is that equipment that is not moveable and is used to protect buildings that contain critical and valuable equipment. The system consists of several elements such as spray nozzles, deluge valves, fire tackling monitors, a gaseous fire suppression system, and a foam fire extinguishing system.

CATEGORIES OF FIREFIGHTING EQUIPMENT

Fire Alarm System:

There are several devices in a fire alarm system that work together to detect the fire and warn the people through alarm about an emergency when this device detects a fire, smoke, and other explosive material. These alarms can be activated automatically through smoke and heat detectors or they can be manually activated through devices such as pull stations or manual call points. Alarms can be moveable bell or horns.

The main purpose of a fire alarm system is to warn the people about any emergency or to activate the fire department to take some necessary steps to prevent the spread of fire.

Fire Extinguishers:

It is a device that is used to blow out the fire. They are basically the cylinders which include different kinds of the extinguishing agent inside it. Fire Extinguishers are easy to move and operate. They are available in different sizes.

Fire extinguishers are very effective and are high in demand. Fire extinguishers are of many types. To blow out the fire, we must know which type of fire extinguisher we need.

Fire Sprinkler System:

It is an active system which is used to protect things from fire. It consists of a water supply, has adequate pressure and flowrate to a water distribution piping system, and fire sprinklers are connected with it.

This system is used in factories and large commercial buildings and is available at a very cost-effective price. They are used worldwide.

Fire Hydrant System:

It is also known as firelock. Fire hydrant system is basically a connection point through which firemen can tap into the source of water supply. It is one of the important active fire protection devices. Most hydrants are designed to operate on full on or full off. The arrangement of valves is for the drain valve to be open at anything other than full operation.

It is good to install valves on all openings before using a hydrant as the protective caps are unreliable. If it is not handled properly can cause serious injury. The fireman that are operating them must wear gloves and helmets.

Fire Suppresion System:

A fire suppression system consists of a group of units that are built to put out the fire through the application of a substance. This system has built-in elements that detect fires at the initial stages through heat, smoke, and other emergency signals. These are connected to an alarm system that will alert you when the fire has been detected and warn people to take some initial steps to suppress the fire.

Most of the time this system will automatically release the application of an external substance to put out the fire when it is detected. However, this system also has a manual application system.

Fire Extinguisher Ball:

This ball is a fire suppressant packaged in a close-packed and lightweight ball self-immolate in 3 to 5 seconds when it is thrown into the fire and release non-toxic chemicals to suppress the flames in an area with a radius ranging between 86 to 107 square feet. it is used for Class A, B, and C Fires at Home or offices. This ball is user friendly and does not require too much maintenance.

Fire Exit Door:

This is not just a door it is more than a simple door. Fire doors should be compliant and tested to BS 476 Part 22 or the European equivalent BS EN 1634-1. BS EN 13502-2. Compatible fixings will be listed on the certificate for the fire door and should be fitted by a competent expert.

These doors are fitted to the internal areas of a building to prevent the spread of fire and smoke from one area of a building to another thus allowing people to evacuate safely and to reduce the damage caused by explosion and smoke.

Fire Blanket:

A fire blanket is safety equipment designed to suppress the flames. It consists of a sheet of a fire retardant material that is placed over flames to smother the flames. Small fire blankets are used in kitchens and in-home are usually made of fiberglass and sometimes Kevlar, and are folded into a quick-release contraption for easy storage.

Fire blankets, along with fire suppressors, are fire safety items that can be useful in case of emergency. These blankets are nonflammable and are helpful in temperatures up to 900 degrees. They help smother the flames by blocking the supply of oxygen. It is user-friendly and due to this simplicity, it is high in demand. Larger fire blankets, for use in laboratory and industrial situations, are made of wool. These blankets are usually mounted in vertical quick-release containers so that they can be easily pulled out and wrapped around a person whose clothes are on fire.

Firefighting Pump:

A fire-fighting pump is a pump which is used for pumping fire-fighting water. Fire-fighting pumps can be designed for transporting use (e. g. on fire-fighting vehicles or as portable fire pumps) or for stationary use (such as hydrants, sprinkler systems).

Fire pumps are needed when the municipal water system cannot provide sufficient pressure to meet the hydraulic design requirements of the fire sprinkler system. This usually occurs if the building is very tall, or in systems that require a relatively high terminal pressure at the fire sprinkler to provide a large volume of water, such as in storage warehouses. Fire pumps are also needed if a fire protection water supply is provided from a ground-level water storage tank.

Every kind of business is at risk of disruption from a variety of threats such as floods, fire mishaps, loss of staff, or power outages. Fire mishap is a significant risk to all the trading companies. Fire disasters can be a life treating risk to the employees or visitors and can result in loss of the assets of the business.

The assets of the company matter a lot for its productivity and for the smooth and ongoing operation of that organization. Tackling any event of fire mishap can be very expensive for the company and can give a push back jerk to the success of the company. Fire disasters have a destructive impact on both life and property.

Fire disasters can negatively affect the company in many ways:

1. Loss of productivity.
2. Loss of staff.
3. Complete failure of the company.
4. Financial and legal penalties.
5. Stock and infrastructure loss.
6. Bankruptcy.
7. Temporary shutdown.
8. Negatively affect the Culture of the organization.
9. Loss of Reputation in the market.

MAJOR FIRE HAZARDS ON WORKPLACE

There are many kinds of risks that the organizations are facing, fire is one of them. There are many ignition sources of the fire. These areas following.

Combustible and waste materials:

Waste substances such as cardboard, paper when gathered in one place can cause provide fuel to the fire.

COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS:

Many flammable liquids like cleaners, adhesive, and solvents can cause a fire risk if not stored properly.

DUST:

Dust is the biggest cause of fire in the workplace. Smoke arises from plastic, wood and other substances can lead to breakdown and faults of the equipment and then can cause an explosion.

HEAT GENERATING OBJECTS:

Every kind of machinery that can overheat can cause an explosion.

HUMAN NEGLIGENCE:

Human negligence and carelessness is the root cause of fire in the workplace.

Fire Fighting Equipment In Pakistan

Fire suppressing equipment is available in all major cities of Pakistan. Due to the high risk, this equipment is in high demand. Universal Fire Protection CO Pvt is the supplier of this equipment.  Universal Fire Protection CO Pvt is providing equipment in Rawalpindi, Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi. If you want to purchase fire suppressing equipment, feel free to contact us. We will provide you at your doorsteps.

A fire extinguisher is a protective device used to extinguish Fires. It is a portable device that is used to control small fires. It is very crucial for every kind of organization to install extinguishers at their workplace to avoid destruction or loss. Fire extinguishers act as a blanket over the fire.

Fire extinguishers block or dent oxygen’s access to the fire. They cool down the burning substance and save people from massive destruction. The devices are essential for the safety of property and people’s lives. They are apparatuses that consist of a pressure agent and an agent that can extinguish the fire. They are not used to control fires that have been spread on a massive level and that can cause fire explosions.
Different fire extinguishers types like CO2, DCP, foam, wet, and water extinguishers, are available in the market. Before you buy a, it is very necessary to know about fire types/classes.

Classes of Fire

Class A (Ordinary Combustibles)

Class A fire is caused by material made of paper, wood, and textile. Fire extinguishers use pressurized water, foam, or multi-purpose dry chemical powder (DCP) to extinguish Class A fires.

Class B (Flammable Liquids, Greases)

It is caused by liquids, such as petrol, diesel, or oil.  Fire extinguisher uses Foam, carbon dioxide (CO2), dry chemical, and multi-purpose dry chemical to extinguish Class B fires.

Class C (Gases)

Class C fire is caused by gases. Gases may include natural gas, LGP, and other types of flammable gases. Working with gas is highly dangerous and can cause a fire. If the fire is caused by gases, then the best method to extinguish this type of is to use dry powder fire extinguisher.

Class D (Metal)

Metals are not combustible, but some types of metal can be combustible, like sodium. The fire that is caused by metal can be tackled by using a dry powder fire extinguisher. The powder inside the extinguisher can be varied depending on the type of metal that caused the fire.

Class E (Energized Electrical Equipment)

This type of fire is caused by electrical equipment and electrical appliances. In case the fire is caused by the electrical element then we should not use water to extinguish this type of fire instead we should use the CO2 fire extinguisher or dry powder fire extinguisher.

Class F (cooking Fats and oils)

Spillages of inflammable oil or deep fat frying in kitchens can cause Class F fire. This type of fire can be extinguished by using wet chemical extinguishers.

Types of fire extinguishers

Water-Fire Extinguisher:

A water extinguisher is one of the most commonly used fire extinguishers. It is used in Class A fire risk. This type of fire extinguisher uses water to extinguish the fire. Water has a cooling effect, causing the fire to cool down until the fire is eventually extinguished. Mostly schools, hospitals, offices, and warehouses require a water extinguisher.

There are some instructions that a fireman must follow.

1. Use upright
2. Pull out the pin.
3. Aims at the base of the fire.
4. Squeeze levers to operate release to interrupt.

Foam Fire Extinguisher:

It is used to extinguish Class B fire but it can also be used to extinguish Class A fire. Foam Fire Extinguisher is used to extinguish fire caused by paper and cardboard, textile, wood and coal plus Flammable liquids, like paint and petrol. Foam extinguisher has cooling effect on fire. The foaming agent on burning liquid creates a blanket between the flame and the fuel, extinguishing the fire. Foam extinguishers are used by hospitals, residential properties, and buildings where flammable liquids are stored.

Foam type Extinguishers are as follows:

1. Hold upright
2. Pull out the safety pin.
3. Aim at the base of fire from a minimum distance of 1M.
4. Squeeze levers release to stop.
5. Do not use it if the pressure indicator enters the red section.
6. Do not use outside the specified temperature range.

DCP Fire Extinguisher:

A dry chemical powder (DCP) fire extinguisher is used to tackle class A, B, and C fires. DCP fire extinguisher is not recommended for being used in enclosed places. This is because the powder can be easily inhaled.  Dry chemical powder (DCP) Fire extinguishers can also be used on some electrical fires. Dry powder extinguishers cool down fires by forming a barrier between the fuel and the oxygen source. Businesses using flammable gases for chemical processes Garage forecourts, premises where welding and flame cutting takes place, businesses with large commercial boiler rooms and liquid petroleum gas.

Here is how to use DCP Fire Extinguisher:

1. Shake the cylinder several times
2. Pull out the safety pin.
3. Squeeze the handle and spray on fire.

Co2 Fire Extinguisher:

Carbon dioxide (CO2) extinguishers are used for electrical fire risks and are usually the main type provided in computer server rooms. A CO2 fire extinguisher is used to extinguish Class B fires. A CO2 fire extinguisher creates a barrier to fires by displacing the oxygen the fire needs to burn. These types of fire extinguishers are used at construction sites and server rooms.

Usage of CO2

1. Hold the cylinder upright.
2. Pull out the safety fire pin.
3. Aim at the base.
4. Squeeze the lever.

Wet Chemical Extinguishers:

Wet chemical fire extinguishers are only used to extinguish fire caused by class F. these types of fire extinguishers are extremely effective if handled properly. The wet chemical fire extinguisher cools down the flames.But chemical reacts to form a soap-like solution, sealing the surface and preventing re-ignition.

Usage of Wet Chemical Fire Extinguisher:

1. Remove the safety pin.
2. From 1M, aim the nozzle at the base of the fire.
3. However, Squeeze handles.

Pros & cons of the fire extinguisher

Every kind of apparatus or device has some pros and cons.But In the section below, the pros and cons of fire extinguishers are listed.

Pros:

Portable:

One of the finest advantages of Fire extinguishers is that they are movable. But we can easily move them around to our desired place. However, we can move the device easily to where the fire incident occurs.

Works on a large Area

If the fire is controllable than the fire extinguishers can work on a large area to extinguish the fire. However, the ability of the extinguisher to extinguish the fire depends on the capacity of the fire extinguisher.

Work on an open fire:

However,Fire extinguishers are not bounded to any location. But it can be used to extinguish the fire at an open place. It is used to extinguish the fire that occurs in a closed container.

Fire can be extinguished from a distance:

We can extinguish fire using the fire extinguisher from the distance because the discharge range is about 6-7 feet.

Cons:

Explosion risk:

Where the fire extinguishers are important for the safety it also has damaging effect. There is a risk that the fire extinguisher can explode. But the explosion made from the fire extinguisher can cause damage. So if anyone notices that extinguisher is in bad shape then it is important to contact the technical team immediately.

Fire extinguisher can cause a mess:

The dry chemical used in fire extinguishers, when discharged, can create a mess.

Fire extinguishers are corrosive:

However, the dry chemical used in a fire extinguisher can be corrosive to materials made of metal. So the use of extinguisher is not suitable to be used for materials made from the metal.

Regular maintenance:

But Fire extinguishers need proper and regular maintenance, and the maintenance expense can create a burden on the company.

Short discharge time:

The discharge time of the fire extinguisher is very short, so this can be the weak point of the fire extinguisher. Normally the discharge rate of the fire extinguisher is about 8-21 seconds.

Fire Extinguishers Usage

It is very crucial to know how to use a fire extinguisher before installing a extinguisher device in your workplace. Before installing , it is the responsibility of the employer to educate or guide their employees about usage of the fire extinguishers.

The employers must practically provide training to the employees. The employer must arrange training sessions in which the trainer can provide demonstrations about the usage of the fire extinguisher before the employer assigns the duties to the employees.

The following steps must be kept in mind when responding to a fire incident.

• Must ensure to make a call to the department dealing with fire.
• However ,Identify the safe path for the evacuation
• If the extinguisher is empty, then immediately evacuate from there.
• But discharge the extinguisher to cool down the burning substance using the P.A.S.S. technique.

P.A.S.S Technique:

P.A.S.S technique includes many steps .

1. Pull

First, the operator has to pull the pin to remove the tamper seal.

2. Aim

Aim low and point the nozzle of the extinguishers at the fire base.

3. Squeeze

 Squeeze the handle for the extinguisher agent to come out.

4. Sweep

At the base of the fire sweep from side to side until the fire cools down.

Fire Extinguishers in Pakistan

It is an active device that is used to counter the fire at the initial stage. It is used to tackle small fires. When you want to buy the extinguishers, the question is where to buy them. Furthermore, they are easily available across major cities of Pakistan. But you can purchase different kinds of fire suppressants at the best prices from the major cities of Pakistan.

However, Universal Fire Protection is providing the best quality fire suppressant at very cost-effective prices in Rawalpindi, Islamabad, Karachi, and Lahore.  If you want to purchase, feel free to contact us to get the quotation.

Universal Fire Protection multinational company that provides fire equipment and installation. You can purchase a fire alarm system and Asen Ware AW-FP100.

<p>&lt;p>We are a reliable fire safety products supplier in Rawalpindi and Islamabad catering to the needs of dry powder fire extinguishers, wheeled fire extinguishers, Halotron fire extinguishers, automatic extinguishers, foam fire extinguishers, water fire extinguishers and CO2 fire extinguishers all across Lahore, Karachi, and Rawalpindi.</p&gt;

Fire Extinguisher Price in Rawalpindi, Lahore, and Islamabad

Our affordable range of fire extinguisher in Rawalpindi. Lahore and Islamabad will never let you compromise the fire safety needs of your commercial facility in Pakistan. Do you need solutions to promptly extinguish the spreading fire before any severe damage occurs in your workplace? Flashing Led lights, fire alarms, and proper signaling can be used as the initial measures.

<p>&lt;p>We have different kinds of fire extinguishers and fire protection equipment. to help you tackle fire emergencies and pass regulatory fire inspections. Be sure to order and use our fire safety products that use either chemical, inert gases, foam or water-based extinguishing agents to suppress fire more effectively.</p&gt;

We Provide the High, and best fire extinguisher Quality Safety Security products fast Delivery in Islamabad Rawalpindi Karachi Pakistan.
We provide the best products at the lowest price in Pakistan.

Types of Fire Extinguishers

<p>&lt;strong>Fire Extinguishers DCP, CO2, AFFF
Dry Chemical Powder Fire Extinguisher Available in different sizes and they are highly in demand due to their practical and optimum performance.</p&gt;

Carbon Dioxide Fire Extinguisher Available in Different Size CO2</p>

<strong>DCP 1kg
FEATURES
Dry Chemical Powder Fire Extinguisher is suitable for Fire of Paper, Wood, Cloth, Flammable Liquids, Gases, and

Electrical.

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FEATURES
Dry Chemical Powder Fire Extinguisher is suitable for Fire of Paper, Wood, Cloth, Flammable Liquids, Gases, and El</p&gt;

ectrical.

<p>&lt;p><p>DCP 4kg Fire Extinguisher
FEATURES
Dry Chemical Powder Fire Extinguisher is suitable for Fire of Paper, Wood, Cloth, Flammable Liquids, Gase</p&gt;

s, and Electrical.

<strong>DCP 6kg  Extinguisher
FEATURES
Dry Chemical Powder Fire Extinguisher is suitable for Fire of Paper, Wood, Cloth, Flammable Liquids, Gases,

and Electrical.

<p><strong>CO 2 2kg Fire Extinguisher
FEATURES
Carbon Dioxide Fire Extinguisher suitable for the fire of Flammable liquids Pet

rol, Paints, Gases, etc.

CO2 5kg Fire Extinguisher
Features
Carbon Dioxide Fire Extinguisher suitable for the fire of Flammable liquids Petrol, Paints, Gases, etc.

Also, fire Extinguisher several categorize in different types on the basis of functionality and work.

How to contact us for fire Extinguishers price?

Just One Call OR Email our representative or Fire protection team at your doorstep.

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Fire Fighting Companies in Rawalpindi

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Fire Pumps

With over many years of experience in residential renovation design and over 16,000 renovation plans delivered to this day. We are one of the Fire Fighting Companies in Rawalpindi supply fire pumps all over Pakistan.

Fire Alarm Systems

We supply a variety of Fire Alarm Systems and fire protection system. Home owners can have confidence in their choice of a metal roofing contractor knowing they have met certain requirements in their services. We provide high proof service in fire fighting.

Fire Extinguishers

Fire Extinguishers are fire fighting system and general equipments of fire extinguishing system. As the general contractor and fire fighting system manufacturers.e first create the highest level of trust and integrity with our clients. We value our role in the success of your project.

Fire Hydrants & Valves

There are many Fire Fighting Companies in Rawalpindi provide Fire Hydrants & Valves and fire safety systems. There are different types of Fire Hydrant Valve like Double Headed Hydrant Valve, Screw Type Hydrant Valve and Single Headed Hydrant. Universal Fire Protection Company pvt ltd is major fire fighting equipment suppliers in Rawalpnidi.

Fire Sprinkler System

A sprinkler system stores water under a certain pressure within its pipe lines. When sensors inside the sprinkler heads are triggered. We supply fire sprinkler system, latest fire fighting equipment and fire protection products.

Fire Hoses & Components

Fire Fighting Hoses & Nozzles Jet – Spray Branchpipes Turbo Nozzle 95 Turbo Nozzle 2000 Landing Valves & Dry Riser Equipment …

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