Fire Proof File Cabinet: Survey of Incombustible and Protection File Cabinet Models

Aug 6
06:37

2008

Trevor Price

Trevor Price

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A fire proof file cabinet offers the security of protecting your important documents in the event of a home or office fire.

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If you have important documents to protect,Fire Proof File Cabinet: Survey of Incombustible and Protection File Cabinet Models Articles 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.

If you're considering the purchase of a fire proof filing cabinet, keep reading for a short overview of three popular models.

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.

The Sentry brand fire proof file cabinet may only retail for an average $200 per modular unit, but that low price comes with its own price. The Sentry only offers 30 minutes of protection, meaning that while it may be suitable for home use, it doesn't offer the industrial protection required by many larger offices.

Schwab Corporation 5000 Series Vertical Fire Files

With a UL Class 350 rating and 2 hours of 1640 degree fire protection, the Schwab 5000 vertical, 4-drawer filing cabinet represents one of the best fire-safe solutions on the market today. There is also sufficient storage for hundreds of files alongside peripheral data storage and key information backups.

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.

2-Drawer File Safe Cabinet by Fire King

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.