Value Safes

Think about all of the documents that you have lying around in a desk drawer or filing cabinet at your home or business.   What would it take to replace them?  A lot of time and money, for one.  In addition, some are probably irreplaceable.  What about those pictures of your family when you were young?  Well, a fire proof safe can help you make sure these documents will never be destroyed.  Not all safes are fire proof — be sure and check the rating on the safe to make sure.

Example fireproof ratings are 1-hour fireproof and 2-hour fireproof.  A 1-hour fireproof rating means that the safe has been subjected to actual fire conditions for a period of 1 hour, and the temperature inside the safe did not get hot enough to damage the contents.  In addition, the safe was tested to make certain that none of the water used to put out the fire made it inside the safe — a rated fire proof safe will protect the contents from damage due to both fire and water.  For more information on the fire proof safe.

Chances are, you have a number of documents in your home or business that would be difficult, if not impossible to replace if they were lost in a fire.  That’s where good fireproof safes come in.  Fireproof safes are tested under actual fire conditions to make certain that the contents remain safe from damage due to the fire and damage due to the water used to put out the fire.

Fireproof safes have special layers of fireproof insulation designed to keep temperatures inside the safe low during a fire.  And they have special heat sensitive door seals that expand when heated to seal the contents off from water damage.  Make certain the safe you buy is fireproof - look for a 30 minute, 1 hour or 2 hour fireproof rating.  You can also kill two birds with one stone by getting a fireproof safe that is also burglary rated — look for a TL 15 or TL 30 rating.  For more information on fireproof safes.

Have you ever thought about what it would take to replace all of the valuable documents in your home or business if they were destroyed by fire?  Some are probably even irreplaceable.  A fireproof safe is the best way to ensure that those documents would not be destroyed in the event of a fire.  Fireproof safes are specially constructed safes that are tested under actual fire conditions to ensure that the contents remain safe during a fire.

They have extra fireproof insulation in the walls and doors, and a special door seal that expands when heated to keep out the water used to put out the fire.  These fireproof safes carry a rating — Typical ratings are a 1-hour fireproof rating and a 2-hour fireproof rating.  So why not think about getting a fireproof safe today to protect your valuable documents?  For more information on the fireproof safe.

Fire safes are designed to protect their contents from damage due to fire and water.  They are specially tested under actual fire conditions to make certain that the contents remain undamaged.  A typical fire rating is a 1-hour fireproof rating.  This means that the safe has been tested to withstand a 1700 degree F fire for a period of 1 hour, and that the temperature inside the safe did not rise above 350 degrees F.  This is a low enough temperature to prevent permanent damage to documents and other valuables.

In addition, the humidity is checked while the fire is being distinguished with water, and  did not rise above 80%.  This makes certain that the safe will not leak any water that could destroy valuable documents.  Fire safes have special seals on the doors which expand when heated, thus sealing out the water.  For more information on fire safes.

A good fire safe is an important part of an overall security strategy.  The results of a fire can be devastating enough, but if you lose all of your important documents and other valuables, it is even more devastating.  So if you are considering purchasing a safe, make sure that it has a fireproof rating.  Typical fireproof ratings are 1-hour fireproof and 2-hour fireproof.  A 1-hour fireproof rating, for example, means that the safe has been tested under actual fire conditions to ensure that the interior of the safe does not rise above a certain temperature.

Fireproof safes are also tested to keep the interior humidity low, to prevent damage from the water used to put out the fire.  You can also buy special media safes, which are intended to protect valuable computer backup data from the harmful effects of fire and water.  They are tested to much sticter standards to keep your valuable media safe.  For more information on the fire safe.

When you think about the security of the valuables, cash and important documents used by your business, one of the first things that should come to mind is safes.  A good bolted down safe can keep burglars from getting to these valuable items - they’ll have to settle for what’s easiest to take if they break in.  Think about the documents or computer backup data that would be nearly impossible to replace if lost in a burglary or a fire.

So a good burglary rated, fireproof safe is a must for any business.  Check to make sure the safe is rated in both of these areas.  Some common burglary ratings are UL TL 15 and TL 30.  Some commone fireproof ratings are a 1 hour or 2 hour fireproof rating.  These ratings mean that these safes have been tested to withstand burglars attempts to open them and tested under actual fire conditions.  If you need to safeguard valuable computer backup media, make sure you get a special media fireproof safe, as these have a much stricter rating to ensure that your media would not be damaged during a fire.

Sentry safes, although sometimes used as a generic term, are actually a brand of lower-priced, entry level safes for your home or business.  They are available in a number of different cabinet styles and with different burglar and fireproof ratings.  Sentry makes chest-style safes, that are small with a hinged top to gain access.  They are primarily made to protect valuables from fire damage, as they can easily be carried off.  They are available with a 1/2 hour  fireproof ratings.

They also make cabinet style safes that are larger and open from the front.  More difficult (heavier) to carry away, they are  available with 1/2 and 1 hour fireproof ratings.  Sentry also makes a filing cabinet model, designed to hold file folders, with a 1/2 hour fireproof rating.  So if you’ve been thinking about a safe to protect your valuables and documents, particularly from the threat of fire, look at the Sentry line - they’re quite reasonably priced.  For more information on Sentry safes.

Have you ever thought about what it would take to replace some of the valuable documents that you keep in your home or business?  What would happen if you had a fire?  Stock certificates, wills, business records, valuable computer backup media - all of these things could cost you money and time to replace.   A fire proof safe can ensure that if you ever do have a fire situation, these items would survive.  For a safe to be fire proof it must be rated.  Ratings are usually given as a number of hours.

For example, a fire proof safe with a rating of 1 hour has been tested under actual fire conditions at a temperature of 1700 degrees F.  In order to pass the test, the temperature on the inside of the safe did not rise above 350 degrees F.  In addition, the humidity did not rise above 80%.  This is to protect the contents from the harmful efffects of the water used to put out the fire.  Both of these numbers are low enough to ensure that there is no permanent damage to your valuables.  A special media fire proof safe is required to protect computer backup media - they keep the temperature and humidity to an even lower value.  For more information on the fire proof safe.

Storing your valuable documents and other valuable items in a safe is a good idea, whether at your home or your business.  But are you sure you’re using a fireproof safe?  Because all is for nought if you’re not and you suffer a fire at your home or business.   You’ll need to look for a safe that carries a fireproof rating.  These ratings are usually  specified in hours and tell how long a safe will protect your valuables under fire conditions.  For example,  a 1 hour fire rating means that the safe has been subjected to a 1700 degree F fire for a period of 1 hour, and the temperature inside the safe did not rise above 350 degrees F.

And just as important - the humidity did not rise above 80% - this means that your valuable are also protected from the harmful effects of the water used to put out the fire.  Fireproof safes are constructed with special insulating materials designed to keep temperatures low inside the safe, and have special heat-expanding door seals to protect from water damage.   They’re available in all sizes and shapes, and with several different types of locking mechanisms.  You can get both mechanical and electronic locks on fireproof safes.  So check today and see if the safe(s) you’re using are fire rated.   For more information on fireproof safes.

Fire safes are invaluable tools for protecting your valuable documents and other delicate valuables from the harmful effects of a fire, including the effects of the water used to put out the fire.  Whether it’s a home or a business, both have a lot of information and valuable items that would be hard to replace if destroyed in a fire - stock certificates, wills, business records, delicate jewelry, or even computer backup data.  Fire safes are well worth the investment if you ever go through a fire situation.

Fire safes are usually given a rating in hours, which tell how long the safe would protect its contents during an actual fire situation.   For example, fire safes with a rating of 1 hour have been tested to withstand the effects of a 1700 degree F fire for a period of 1 hour, without the temperature inside the safe rising above 350 degrees F.  This is a low enough temperature to protect most items from permanent damage.  Special media safes are available that bring this temperature down to 80 degrees F, to protect valuable computer backup media.   So why not purchase a little insurance against the effects of a fire by getting a fire safe for your home and/or business?