Fire Proof File Cabinet: Summary Of Fire Proof And Protection File Cabinet Brands
When people begin a search for furniture, it is normally with the idea of couches, chairs, tables, and desks in mind. But how about protection for some of your most valuable possessions?
If you have important documents to protect, you’re probably considering a fire proof file cabinet which will protect your files and papers in the event of a large blaze. However, models can vary significantly, each offering a different amount of fire protection time or heat resistance.
For a brief review of some of the most popular fire safe and fire proof filing cabinets on the market today, keep reading.
The Professional and Stackable Fire-Safe Filing Cabinet by Sentry
What makes the Sentry Fire-Safe Professional Stackable file cabinet stand out from other fireproof cabinets is that it’s a stackable and modular design, which is, subsequently, more lightweight and portable than larger, heavier models. One Sentry unit can be easily lifted and carried during a fire, while the stackable design allows you to expand your filing storage as your need for capacity grows.
While the Sentry fire proof file cabinet is an affordable $170 to $240 per unit, it also only provides about a half hour of fire protection up to an outside temperature of 1550 degrees. So, while suitable for a small office or home use, it’s not an industrial grade fire protection cabinet.
Schwab 5000 Series Fire Safe Vertical Cabinets
The Schwab 5000 series vertical filing cabinets represent the ultimate in fire protection with UL Class 350 rating and fire protection for up to 2 hours for all your important documents, USB drives, CD-ROMs and other items.
The Schwab 5000 Series fire safe filing cabinet is loaded with features like a secure locking system, thorough explosion testing and certification that the cabinet can withstand a drop from as high as 30 feet. However, with these stellar features and long-term fire protection comes a hefty price tag of just over $3000, putting the Schwab out of reach for most consumers.
Fire King 2-Drawer File Cabinet
The 2-Drawer Fire King model is a moderate choice for homeowners and small office operators who are looking for one-hour protection but don’t need the overloaded features or size of the Schwab 5000 series. The cabinet can protect documents for up to 60 minutes, can withstand a 30-foot fall and explosions up to 2000 degrees. The price? An average of $850, making the Fire King fairly affordable and reasonably priced.
One key benefit of the Fire King fire proof file cabinet is if it’s ever used in a fire and incurs any damage while protecting your documents, Fire King International will replace the cabinet for free. It also comes with a 3-year warranty.
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