If the fire extinguisher is used, even partially, it is useless in case of a subsequent fire scenario. Hence it is essential to get the fire extinguisher recharged immediately, without any delay.
Refilling
Refilling Scenarios for Fire Extinguishers:-
If there is some hindrance within the extinguisher. Be it pressure related issue or otherwise Breakage or Leakage of any of the components.
The statutory framework in the country makes it mandatory for the shell of the fire extinguisher to undergo Hydrostatic Pressure Test every 3 years.
Malpractices involved in the Industry:-
1.) The extinguisher refilling activity is often carried out by unskilled and untrained people in a highly compromised environment.
2.) In most cases refilling by the local players means only re-pressurizing of the cylinder. No component of the extinguisher is actually changed as a process.
3.)In most cases the Dry Chemical powder is exchanged with Marble Dust or Low quality powder which can cause major harm.
4.) Original Spares are Changed with sub standard spares.
RFS RE FILLING PROCESS:-
The Extinguisher is Discharged and emptied at our Premises and All the Spares are Replaced by Authentic parts.
The Extinguisher will undergo various tests Hydro Static Pressure Test at 30kgf cm sq for 2 minutes to check for leaks and the burst capacity.
The Extinguisher is refilled with requisite extinguishing agent with the DC Powder and Foam being produced at our own premises.
The Extinguisher is charged with 99% pure nitrogen mixed with Helium.
All the Extinguishers are subjected to various tests like Tap Test, Vibration Test, Drop Test, Corrosion Test, Impact resistance Test, Temperature resistance test, Hydro cyclic pressure test etc.