Getz Fire Equipment Company is a leading provider of fire extinguisher services in Illinois, Missouri, Iowa and Wisconsin. Every fire extinguisher we sell meets all National Fire Protection Association Standards. Our team of professionals can help you select the most effective portable fire extinguishers, along with any additional testing products you need. Our team has[...]
The types of fires that occur vary depending on the ignition source that causes it. If you’re going to fight a fire effectively, you need to know the type of fire you’re up against. Once you know this information, you can handle the problem effectively. For instance, Class D fires begin as a result of[...]
The source of ignition of any fire determines the type of substance required to combat that fire effectively. With the right equipment and knowledge of the type of fire, you can have confidence that the blaze you are facing will be extinguished as quickly and safely as possible. Class D fires begin when combustible metals,[...]
Class D fires are extremely rare because they are associated with combustible metals. These metals are lithium, manganese, aluminum and sodium. There are high numbers of employees that would know to choose between a water fire extinguisher to put out a paper fire and a class B extinguisher to deal with combustible liquid fire. However,[...]