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Fire extinguishers that are tagged, charged and inspection-ready

A fire extinguisher is often the first line of defense, and it only helps if it's the right type, in the right place and fully charged. Through Ken-Mar Fire Extinguisher Co., Standard provides extinguisher sales, installation, annual certifications and hydrostatic testing for commercial and industrial properties.

What we do

Stage What’s included
Installation Extinguisher selection, layout and mounting to meet city codes.
Inspection & Testing Annual inspection and tagging of every unit, plus hydrostatic testing of cylinders.
Service & Repair Recharging after use, replacing damaged units and correcting deficiencies.
Violation Removal Correcting extinguisher-related FDNY violations and documenting the fix.

What we work on

  • ABC dry chemical extinguishers
  • Class K wet chemical extinguishers for commercial kitchens
  • CO2 extinguishers for electrical equipment
  • Extinguisher cabinets, brackets and signage

Codes & standards

Portable fire extinguishers are selected, inspected and maintained to NFPA 10 and the NYC Fire Code. In New York City, extinguisher servicing is performed by technicians who hold the FDNY W-96 Certificate of Fitness. Ken-Mar also holds Suffolk and Nassau County certifications for work on Long Island.

Services we perform on this system

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How often should fire extinguishers be inspected?

NFPA 10 calls for a monthly visual check by the building owner or staff and an annual inspection and maintenance by a certified technician.

What is hydrostatic testing?

It's a high-pressure test that confirms an extinguisher cylinder is still safe to use. It's required periodically, depending on the extinguisher type.

What happens after an extinguisher is used?

It needs to be recharged or replaced right away, even if it was only partly discharged. Call us and we'll take care of it.

Are your extinguishers due for annual certification?

We'll inspect, tag and service every unit in your building.