Sorted into different types, the contents are emptied and often responsibly treated, recycled or disposed of. Once depressurised, each component is taken apart, including headcaps, valves, tubes and cartridges, which are either recycled or scrapped according to their condition. If the cylinder is in good condition, then it could be refilled and reused, otherwise, it is cut in half with the metal recycled.
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Reuse Your Fire Extinguisher Luckily, your fire extinguisher is made of highly recyclable materials, like aluminum for the tank and steel for the valve. Loss of pressure: Over time, fire extinguishers lose their pressure. If the pressure is too low, contact your local fire department and ask if it can be recharged. They might be able to recharge it at no cost or refer you to a professional for servicing.
For smaller-scale fire extinguisher disposal, such as a domestic extinguisher or one or two from small business premises, the process is easy, simply take them to your local recycling centre. Here, the staff can put your extinguisher in a special holding bin and locked safely. This way, they can be kept away from any would-be thieves. From here, your old extinguisher can be recycled by external companies or stripped down for scrap metal.
This is a dangerous chemical! If in contact to heat fire etc. If you come across these extinguishers, keep in a well ventilated area and consult your local environmental office to determine how the chemical can be properly disposed of. Other fire extinguisher components that may have value: 1 Brackets.
Unless the bracket is bent, mangled, etc. Whether wall mounting or vehicle types, you may be able to resell them or even use them yourself. If you have cabinets that were removed from buildings, there are two types: a Wall mounted, where they were mounted on a wall. These can be resold to mount on another wall. Usually not sought after, as they would require cutting into the wall to mount.
If a cabinet is not mangled, rusted or have broken glass, it may be resalable. Register To Reply. Thanks 2, Thanked Times in Posts. Question about composition. It seems that some are aluminum cylinders but most of the newer ones are steel or stainless steel.
Do you have any info regarding who made what type? Obviously the aluminum cylinders will be more valuable and worth the effort to scrap. Thanks for all the great info! Thanks 5, Thanked 2, Times in Posts. Welcome to the forum fellow NoDaker. What are your thoughts on this company and their fire extinguishers?
Wasn't allowed in to the super top secret laboratory where they make the chemical. Their extinguishers are spendy, but have a lifetime warranty and you send them in to be refilled if needed. Money is not the root of all evil, the love of money is. Originally Posted by HipoGear. Originally Posted by pjost. Thanks 1, Thanked Times in Posts. Does anybody have any advise on the best way to discharge extinquishers?
I was thinking about filtering throuh multiple layer of burlap sacks, but am really interested in hearing from someone with experience.
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