Shipman's Fire Equipment has provided fire extinguishers and extinguisher service for over 50 years. We have (5) technicians on the road daily and (4) in house maintaining and testing your extinguishers.

Annual service, periodic maintenance and testing are required by NFPA and DOT. Our relationship with you and your company begins when we are selected to review your site for compliance with the State Fire Safety Code. Each year fire extinguishers need to be inspected to make sure they operate effectively. The annual maintenance includes checking for damage, broken seals, correct cylinder pressure, hydrostatic testing and updated tags for verification of compliance yearly. Also during our review, Shipman's checks exit lights, signs and any other concerns to keep you in compliance with the State Fire / Safety codes. Shipman's maintains all your records and you are notified that your yearly inspection is due and an appointment will be made.

Annual service is intended to give maximum assurance that the extinguisher will operate safely and effectively. It includes all points covered in our inspection, and any necessary repair, replacement and/or subsequent testing. A tag or label is securely fastened identifying the individual having performed the service.

Every six years, stored pressure extinguishers must be emptied and subjected to a full internal inspection and applicable maintenance procedures, including a thorough examination of all mechanical parts, extinguishing agent and expellent.

• Examination of cylinder for physical damage or tampering
• Check of gauge for proper cylinder pressure
• Determine fullness by weighing or hefting
• Inspection of nozzle, valve and hose assemblies
• Check for broken or missing seals and pull rings Note all hydrostatic test and 6-year dates
• Record of all necessary corrective actions
• Onsite Safety Evaluations