Why a Fire Extinguisher Should be a Part of Your Home Safety Plan Your home’s fire extinguishers should never be treated as an afterthought. Northland Fire is the go-to source for all of your fire protection equipment. Not only do we offer new fire extinguishers, fire alarms, and sprinkler systems to homeowners, we also have...Continue reading
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3 Types of Emergency Lighting & Their Benefits
3 Types of Emergency Lighting & Their Benefits Emergency lighting helps people make important decisions in dangerous situations by clearly marking exits and pathways to safety. In fact, this is why emergency lighting is mandated in public buildings—and why Northland Fire & Safety of Superior, WI, considers it one of their most important commercial and...Continue reading
Avoid Restaurant Fires With Professional Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning
Avoid Restaurant Fires With Professional Kitchen Exhaust Cleaning Running a restaurant is a delicate balancing act. Between dealing with the staff, vendors, schedules, and bookkeeping, it’s easy to let regular maintenance start to slide. However, Northland Fire, a premier provider of fire suppression systems and kitchen exhaust cleaning services indicates that many restaurants open themselves...Continue reading
3 Benefits of Fire Extinguishers
3 Benefits of Fire Extinguishers The Top 3 Benefits of Fire Extinguishers 1. Keeping Fires Under Control Two European studies conducted in 2002 reviewed over 4,500 fire incidents and found fire extinguishers can be extremely effective in stopping flames before they grow out of control. Both studies found fire extinguishers were able to stop the...
Fire Extinguisher Guide: How They Work
Fire Extinguisher Guide: How They Work Fire extinguishers provide the first line of defense in the event of a blaze incident involving commercial and residential buildings. However, investing in extinguishers won’t serve a purpose without learning how the fire protection equipment works. To help you understand these essential safety tools, Northland Fire shares some useful...Continue reading
Top 4 Benefits of Hiring a Professional Hood Cleaning Company
Top 4 Benefits of Hiring a Professional Hood Cleaning Company Keeping a commercial kitchen clean isn’t easy, but it’s an essential part of running a restaurant. While you can take care of some tasks yourself, hood cleaning is best left to the professionals. Northland Fire & Safety explains the benefits of hiring a professional hood...Continue reading
Fire Safety: 4 Steps for a Quick Check of Your Fire Extinguishers
Fire Safety: 4 Steps for a Quick Check of Your Fire Extinguishers You probably never think about your fire extinguisher until there’s a fire. When you’re faced with an emergency, you don’t want to discover that your first line of defense isn’t working. Northland Fire’s fire protection equipment experts recommends checking your fire extinguishers once...Continue reading
Different Types of Fire Extinguishers
Different Types of Fire Extinguishers At a glance, fire extinguishers may not seem very different from one another. While the red canister is symbolic of the profession, there’s so much more to this invaluable tool than meets the eye. In fact, firefighters are trained to use many different extinguishers. Each style serves a unique purpose...Continue reading
4 Ways to Fight & Prevent Grease Fires Starting With Fire Extinguishers
4 Ways to Fight & Prevent Grease Fires Starting With Fire Extinguishers Whether you’re cooking over a hot stove at home or in a restaurant, grease fires are a serious cause for concern. The best way to avoid these dangerous outbursts is through prevention techniques and thorough preparation. That’s why locals throughout Wisconsin, Upper Michigan,...Continue reading
Fire Extinguishers & Beyond: 5 Important Fire Safety Training Questions
Fire Extinguishers & Beyond: 5 Important Fire Safety Training Questions Ensuring your employees are well-versed in fire safety is key to preventing unwanted flames from taking over, resulting in property damage and serious injuries. A fire safety training class teaches you and your team how to use fire extinguishers and other important safety skills that...Continue reading