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One thing every home or business should have readily available is a fire extinguisher. In the case of an emergency, having one could save your life. Home and business owners in Anchorage, Alaska, rely on GMW Fire Protection for the best fire extinguishers for their residential or commercial properties. Its customer-oriented staff will also show you how to use any of the fire protection products you purchase, from fire alarms to fire pumps.

Fire Extinguishers

Fire extinguishers are metal cylinders filled with a smothering material such as water. While they might look simple to use, they must be used properly to be effective. You must depress a lever to release the smothering material onto a fire, but be careful because the amount of pressure released can catch you off guard if you are untrained.

Fire extinguishers can contain various smothering materials, including dry chemicals, water, and carbon dioxide. The two most common types are water extinguishers and carbon dioxide extinguishers. Water is a simple option and is good for paper, lumber, or plastic fires, but it can be ineffective or dangerous to use on electrical fires. A carbon dioxide extinguisher is good for use on flammable or combustible liquid fires and electrical fires.

Whether you have a home, business, or restaurant, instructing your family or employees on the proper use of fire extinguishers is necessary. All extinguishers come with instruction materials and can be refilled if prematurely used. They should be placed in an easily accessible area so you can get to them quickly. The fire protection experts at GMW Fire Protection will work with you on the installation and maintenance of your fire extinguishers. The expert team is safety-focused and they sell only quality products.

If you need assistance developing a fire safety plan or want to buy quality fire extinguishers, call GMW Fire Protection at (907) 336-5000 to speak with a team member. You can also learn more about the company’s services online.

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