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Water based fire extinguishers

December 28, 2007 on 2:12 pm | By admin | In Business

Water fire extinguishers used in Australia are a very efficient and cost effective method to combat certain types of fires, the normal capacity of this type of fire extinguisher is 9 litres. Water acts to reduce the temperature of the burning fuel so it is below its ignition point.

Water extinguishers are efficient and cost effective against Class A fires involving paper, textiles, wood, plastics and rubber.

Water acts to reduce the fuel, which is burning, to below the ignition temperature. Fire extinguisher identification and location signs are also available.