Fire Extinguisher Accident

Freak accident with fire extinguisher

Posted: Aug 28, 2013 9:33 AM EDTUpdated: Aug 28, 2013 9:33 AM EDT

13abc.com Bill Hormann - email

 

Tom Orvis of Plainville, Conn., is fortunate he wasn't in the wrong place when a fire extinguisher flew nearly a quarter-mile through the air and into his house. Connecticut officials say a machine operator was cutting beams at a metal recycling company Tuesday and accidentally cut into the extinguisher, causing it to explode. Orvis says he was in the kitchen when he heard a loud noise, and now has a small hole in his roof. The company says it'll fix the damage.

Click the link for the original story from 13ABC.com : http://www.13abc.com/story/23276652/freak-accident-with-fire-extinguisher

Just a friendly PSA, remember that extinguishers can be dangerous if they are not handled properly!

We here at A-Gas RemTec hope you all have a safe and wonderful Labor Day Weekend!!! 

We now have Halotron I!

Due to an increasing demand, A-Gas RemTec would like to announce that we now carry certified Halotron I™ and HFC-236fa in bulk! Our customer's needs are always our first priority, so when you ask, we deliver!

As the Halon supply continues to diminish, we will continue to provide you with the most effective clean agent alternatives in the market.

Thank you for giving your lives to protect others

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Fire Fighters and their families. 

You will forever be remembered as heroes.

Welcome Aboard Taylor!

Taylor Kaufman has been with A-Gas RemTec for almost 5 years as a part time employee while finishing her degree at The Bowling Green State University. She graduated with her degree in Apparel Merchandising and Product Development in December 2012. Taylor has since decided to join the A-Gas RemTec team full time. She will be focusing on the fire protection side of the business. We want to congratulate Taylor on graduating and welcome her on as a full time employee!

A-Gas RemTec always looks to the local University for part time employees to assist with updating our databases, reaching out to our customers to update their information and finding new leads. We want to welcome Trent Kaufman, Nick Grzebienik, Corine Fonseca, Kathy Suber and Rebecca Barth. We also want to mention our other part time employees that assist with the same tasks: Anita Brooks, Pat Payne and Jane Culpepper. This group of people really helps A-Gas RemTec develop our databases and customer relationships on both the Fire Protection and Refrigerant departments. 

RemTec Emergency Recharge Service

PAM BOYER TO RECEIVE FSSA LEADERSHIP AWARD

The Fire Suppression Systems Association (FSSA) will present its Leadership Award, the association’s highest honor, to Pam Boyer, BFPE International. Boyer will receive the award at a special President’s Dinner on February 28, 2011 during the FSSA Annual Meeting, which takes place February 25 – March 1 at the Gran Melia Resort in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico.

“We’re pleased to have this opportunity to recognize Pam Boyer and her many achievements within the fire protection industry. Throughout her outstanding career, she has been the model for high professional and ethical standards,” said FSSA President Rick Scott. “She possesses the entrepreneurial and innovative spirit that is still a vital part of America’s businesses. Pam has been a friend and mentor to so many people in our industry; it’s truly an honor for FSSA to bestow this award upon her.”

The FSSA Leadership Award honors individuals that have been responsible and great leaders, through their personal and business accomplishments, in the special hazards fire protection industry. To qualify for nomination, individuals must have contributed special attributes to the special hazards fire protection industry through dedication in and longevity to the industry, a sense of integrity and fairness, business acumen, a fostering learning, innovation and change, and a cooperative spirit. This is the third presentation of the award; the first Leadership Award honored Bernie Bischoff in 2008; the second Leadership Award honored Ernie Horvath in 2009.

For more information, contact FSSA headquarters (PH: 410-931-8100; E-mail: info@fssa.net)
FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS ASSOCIATION 5024 Campbell Blvd., Suite R, Baltimore, MD 21236-5974 P: (410) 931-8100 F: (410) 931-8111http://www.fssa.net

Fire Damages Self-Inspected Property

Carencro, Louisiana - In late November 201, The Daily Advertiser reported that a fire damaged either units in a townhouse complex in Carencro. The complex had had its fire extinguishers and fire alarms annually inspected in February by the complex owner, who told investigators that any problems he had noticed were corrected. During the fire event, however, residents reported that the extinguishers they tries to use did not work properly. It is unclear whether this was from a lack of user-end knowledge or it the extinguishers themselves were not functional.

source: NAFED FireWire 2011

View From RemTec

Red Sky At Night Sailor's Delight. Red Sky In The Morning Sailors Take Warning. The weather is tricky in some parts of the country but RemTec is always available!

RemTec is looking to buy Halon and HFC-227ea

hope your New Year has started off with a bang! RemTec would like to get your year started by putting cash in your pockets.

RemTec International is not only looking to purchase your used Halon 1301 and 1211, but we are currently looking for HFC-227 (FM-200). RemTec pays top dollar for the agents as well as all the freight. RemTec will send you a complete spreadsheet itemizing your system bottles, and offers a certificate of transfer stating that your agent was sent to an EPA certified facility.

RemTec has a 24 hour turnaround service for recharges and can expedite freight transport if needed.

If you currently have Halon or FM-200 you want to sell, please call 800-372-1301 and ask for Terri, Sandy or Jaclyn.

Have a great weekend!

Emergency Clean Agent Recharges

RemTec provides a 24 Hour Emergency Recharge Program that has been beneficial to our customers who have utilized this service because their fire protection systems have discharged. We can pull a cylinder from our inventory, recharge and recertify the cylinder and have it shipped back to the customer all within 24 hours of their initial call. We have an emergency recharge number, 419-466-6238, and our technicians are always on call. This is the service you should expect from RemTec International.

We recharge Halon 1301, HFC-227ea, HFC-125, HFC-236fa and Novec 1230. In the event of an emergency contact Terri AuFrance at 419-466-6238 24 hours a day 7 days a week.

RemTec is buying used and unwanted Halon 1301, Halon 1211, HFC-227ea, HFC-125, HFC-236fa and Novec 1230. Give us a call for more details, 1-800-372-1301

Happy Holidays from RemTec International

RemTec Is Ready For The Holiday Season

WE BUY HALON!

RemTec International is currently buying used Halon 1301, Halon 1211,
HFC-227ea, HFC-236fa, HFC-125 and Novec 1230. RemTec will purchase these
agents in system bottles, fire extinguishers, or storage tanks and as
always, we pay all the freight and provide you with all the shipping
documents! RemTec makes shipping your Halon to us EASY and hassle free!

RemTec International can recharge your discharged Halon, HFC-227ea
(FM-200) or Novec 1230 system bottle(s). We can recharge Ansul,
Chemetron, Fenwal, Fike, Kidde, Pemall, Pyr-a-lon, Pyro-Chem and others.
Call today for a quote 800-372-1301 - Fast Quote, Fast Recharge, Fast
Return. RemTec may have a gently used tank in stock to switch out.

Ring in the New Decade with Cash for Halon!

RemTec International buys your surplus decommissioned Halon 1301, Halon 1211 & Halon 2402. We are a Hazmat certified shipper. RemTec will provide easy shipping solutions to each individual shipment needs along with providing the shipping paperwork and paying all freight costs.

RemTec provides a spreadsheet and Certificates of Reclamation for each shipment.

RemTec can also has recharge service for Halon 1301, HFC-227ea, HFC-125 and Novec™ system cylinders. Call today for a RemTec Quick Quote.

Our experienced and Certified Technicians have over 60 years experience so you can rest assured you will recieve the quality service you would expect from the most respected Halon Recycler in the Industry.

Our Green Team members are here to assist you.

Give us a call at 1-800-372-1301.

You can also email Terri at terri.aufrance@remtec.net or
Sandy at sandy.hoffman@remtec.net

http://www.remtec.net

RemTec's Green Team

Not only do they help protect the environment but also put green in your pocket!
If you want to sell Halon that is used or unwanted, give RemTec a call and our Green Team will help you. They are also extremely helpful when you want to buy Halon. RemTec provides Quick Quotes. This gets the quote you requested within the hour and usually this is within minutes of your request.

RemTec buys used and unwanted Halon 1301 and Halon 1211. They do all the shipping paperwork and take care of all freight costs.

RemTec also recharges Halon 1301, HFC-227ea, HFC-125, HFC-236fa and Novec 1230.

Contact RemTec's Green Team for assistance on all Halon and Halon Alternatives needs or questions.

http://www.remtec.net/

Alternative Agents & Halon Happenings

RemTec is the solution to your Halon and Alternative Agent needs

RemTec has decided to create this blog as another avenue for our customers to contact us and ask questions while being informed on current issues regarding Halons and Alternative Agents.

We buy used Halon 1301 & Halon 1211. RemTec takes care of all process and shipping paperwork and covers all freight costs.

RemTec has a 24 hour recharge service for Halon 1301, HFC-227ea, HFC-125 and Novec 1230.

Tank refurbishment and testing are also available.

See our website for more details on these services and products: http://www.remtec.net/

Check back weekly for Halon Happenings in your industry and feel free to leave a comment below!