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What is the difference between ABC, CO2, wet chemical, and clean agent extinguishers?2026-05-15T19:12:05+00:00

ABC extinguishers are used for many common fire risks. CO2 extinguishers are often used around certain electrical and flammable liquid hazards. Wet chemical extinguishers are commonly used for cooking oil and grease fires. Clean agent extinguishers are often selected for sensitive equipment areas where residue is a concern.

What is a clean agent fire suppression system?2026-05-15T19:10:22+00:00

A clean agent fire suppression system is designed to help protect sensitive spaces, such as electrical enclosures or equipment areas, where water or residue may cause damage. PEMALL Thermal-Flex is described as a compact fire suppression system for small spaces and electrical enclosures.

What is PEMALL Thermal-Flex used for?2026-05-15T19:10:22+00:00

PEMALL Thermal-Flex is used to protect small spaces, electrical enclosures, and inaccessible areas. It uses pressurized detection tubing near higher-risk areas for faster detection and suppression at the point of ignition.

What is the ProTex II restaurant fire suppression system?2026-05-15T19:10:22+00:00

ProTex II is a pre-engineered wet chemical system used to protect commercial cooking operations. Heiser notes that ProTex II meets UL 300, NFPA 17A, and NFPA 96 standards for restaurant cooking area fire protection.

How can I schedule fire safety service with Fire Safety Solutions?2026-05-15T19:10:22+00:00

You can contact Fire Safety Solutions by phone at 910-790-7872 or by email at sales@ncfiresafety.com. The company is based in Wilmington, NC and serves customers across Southeast North Carolina.

Does Fire Safety Solutions provide exhaust hood cleaning?2026-05-15T19:10:21+00:00

Yes. Fire Safety Solutions provides exhaust hood cleaning and degreasing for the entire hood system.

Why is commercial kitchen hood cleaning important?2026-05-15T19:12:05+00:00

Commercial kitchen hood cleaning helps reduce grease buildup in the hood system. Grease buildup can increase fire risk, create odors, and affect kitchen ventilation. Regular cleaning is an important part of restaurant fire safety.

What is Cold Fire?2026-05-15T19:12:05+00:00

Fire Safety Solutions lists Cold Fire products as eco-friendly and non-toxic products designed to cool quickly while suppressing or removing the source of fire.

What types of fire extinguishers are available?2026-05-15T19:10:21+00:00

Fire extinguishers come in different types and ratings for different fire risks. Fire Safety Solutions supplies fire extinguishers, and manufacturers such as Badger, Buckeye, Amerex, Kidde, and Ansul offer extinguishers for a range of residential, commercial, industrial, kitchen, and specialty applications.

How do I know which fire extinguisher my business needs?2026-05-15T19:10:21+00:00

The right fire extinguisher depends on your building, business type, fire hazards, equipment, and code requirements. Fire Safety Solutions can help match the correct extinguisher type and placement to your property’s needs.

What is PYRO-CHEM KITCHEN KNIGHT II?2026-05-15T19:12:06+00:00

PYRO-CHEM KITCHEN KNIGHT II is a commercial kitchen fire suppression system designed for restaurants, cafés, convenience stores, food trucks, and other commercial cooking applications. It uses wet agent technology for kitchen hazards involving oils, grease, and heat sources.

Does Fire Safety Solutions install paint booth fire suppression systems?2026-05-15T19:10:20+00:00

Yes. Fire Safety Solutions provides inspection, service, and installation for paint booth fire suppression systems. These systems help protect areas where flammable and volatile materials, such as paint, may increase fire risk.

Why do paint booths need fire suppression?2026-05-15T19:18:05+00:00

Paint booths often involve flammable materials, vapors, and specialized equipment. A fire suppression system helps protect the booth, the surrounding facility, and the people working nearby by providing protection for higher-risk areas.

Does Fire Safety Solutions inspect emergency and exit lighting?2026-05-15T19:18:04+00:00

Yes. Fire Safety Solutions provides inspection, service, and installation for emergency and exit lighting.

Why is emergency and exit lighting important?2026-05-15T19:10:20+00:00

Emergency and exit lighting helps people find a safe path during power outages, smoke conditions, fire alarms, and other emergency situations. Regular inspection helps confirm that lights are working when they are needed most.

What brands does Fire Safety Solutions offer?2026-05-15T19:10:19+00:00

Fire Safety Solutions lists major fire safety manufacturers such as Badger Fire Protection, Kidde, Ansul, Amerex, and Buckeye Fire Equipment among the brands it supplies.

Does Fire Safety Solutions service restaurant fire suppression systems?2026-05-15T19:18:05+00:00

Yes. Fire Safety Solutions provides inspection, service, and installation for restaurant fire suppression systems. These systems are designed for commercial kitchens where cooking oils, grease, heat, and open-flame equipment create higher fire risk.

Why do commercial kitchens need fire suppression systems?2026-05-15T19:10:19+00:00

Commercial kitchens need fire suppression systems because fryers, ranges, broilers, griddles, hoods, ducts, and grease-producing appliances can create serious fire hazards. Systems such as Badger Range Guard and PYRO-CHEM KITCHEN KNIGHT II are designed for cooking-related fire risks.

What is a wet chemical fire suppression system?2026-05-15T19:12:06+00:00

A wet chemical fire suppression system is commonly used in commercial kitchens to help suppress fires involving cooking oils and grease. Badger’s Range Guard system uses Karbaloy wet chemical agent, which suppresses flames and forms a protective layer to help prevent reignition.

What is the Badger Range Guard system used for?2026-05-15T19:10:19+00:00

The Badger Range Guard wet chemical suppression system is designed for cooking applications, including hoods, plenums, filters, ductwork, fryers, ranges, charbroilers, woks, griddles, salamanders, and similar commercial kitchen equipment.

Does Fire Safety Solutions install fire safety equipment?2026-05-15T19:10:18+00:00

Yes. Fire Safety Solutions provides fire safety installation services, including installation for fire extinguishers, kitchen fire suppression systems, paint booth fire suppression systems, and other safety equipment that needs proper placement and setup.

Does Fire Safety Solutions inspect fire extinguishers?2026-05-15T19:10:18+00:00

Yes. Fire Safety Solutions provides fire extinguisher inspections, internal maintenance, and recharge services for businesses and properties with existing fire extinguishers.

How often should fire extinguishers be inspected?2026-05-15T19:10:18+00:00

Fire extinguisher inspection schedules depend on the type of equipment, property use, and applicable code requirements. Fire Safety Solutions provides inspections and helps customers stay on a regular service schedule so equipment does not expire.

Does Fire Safety Solutions recharge fire extinguishers?2026-05-15T19:10:18+00:00

Yes. Fire Safety Solutions provides fire extinguisher recharge services along with inspection and internal maintenance. Recharging may be needed after use, pressure loss, or as part of required service.

What types of businesses need fire extinguisher service?2026-05-15T19:10:18+00:00

Restaurants, offices, retail stores, warehouses, industrial facilities, apartment communities, schools, churches, marinas, workshops, and other commercial properties may need fire extinguisher inspections, maintenance, and recharging to stay prepared and meet applicable safety requirements.

What does Fire Safety Solutions do?2026-05-15T19:10:17+00:00

Fire Safety Solutions provides fire safety equipment, installation, inspection, maintenance, and emergency service for commercial, industrial, and residential customers in Wilmington and Southeast North Carolina. Services include fire extinguisher inspection, fire suppression system service, emergency and exit lighting, restaurant fire suppression, paint booth fire suppression, and exhaust hood cleaning.

Where is Fire Safety Solutions located?2026-05-15T19:10:17+00:00

Fire Safety Solutions is based in Wilmington, North Carolina, and serves customers throughout Southeast North Carolina, including New Hanover, Brunswick, Pender, Onslow, Duplin, and Sampson counties.

What areas does Fire Safety Solutions serve?2026-05-15T19:10:17+00:00

Fire Safety Solutions serves Wilmington, Leland, Hampstead, Surf City, Jacksonville, Burgaw, Carolina Beach, Shallotte, Southport, Oak Island, Wrightsville Beach, Topsail, and nearby areas throughout Southeast North Carolina.

Does Fire Safety Solutions offer 24-hour emergency service?2026-05-15T19:10:17+00:00

Yes. Fire Safety Solutions offers 24-hour emergency service across Wilmington and Southeast North Carolina for customers who need help with sudden fire safety equipment issues or system malfunctions.

What fire safety products does Fire Safety Solutions sell?2026-05-15T19:10:17+00:00

Fire Safety Solutions sells fire extinguishers, fire hoses, safety supplies, PPE, Cold Fire products, kitchen fire suppression systems, and paint booth fire suppression systems.

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