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Choosing the Right Smoke AlarmIonization Alarm• Best at detecting fast flaming fires that release millions of ions and only small

particles of smoke• The most common and least expensive optionPhotoelectric Alarm• Best at detecting slow, smoldering fires that produce

large particles of smokeDual Sensor Alarm• Contains both types of sensors for the quickest

response to a fire

Test Your Smoke Alarm Regularly

• Working smoke alarms can reduce fire fatalities by 90%

• 60% of failed smoke alarms cases are due to no battery or dead battery

• Smoke alarms have a life between 4-12 years, with an average of 7 years

Know the Facts on Carbon Monoxide (CO)

• CO is a colorless, odorless, toxic gas• It is a product of incomplete combustion from gasoline, propane,

natural gas, oil, wood, and coal• It inhibits the blood’s capacity to carry oxygen• It can kill in minutes or hours• It is the #1 cause of poisoning in the U.S.• Anyone exposed to average CO levels of 50 ppm for an

8 hour period is at risk• CO comes from:

• Any fuel-burning appliance that is malfunctioning

• Vehicles and other combustion engines• Backdrafting and changes in air pressure

For common combustibles such aswood, paper, cloth,

rubber, trash and most plastics. Oftenoccurs in homes, office buildings or businesses.

For flammable liquids such as gasoline, kerosene, oil,grease, solvents and

gases. Often occurs in kitchens,garages, light manufacturing andwarehouses.

For live electrical equipment. Often occurs incomputers, motors, wiring

and appliances.

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Choosing The Right ExtinguisherCareful consideration of any potential fire hazard iscrucial in matching the right extinguisher to the job.Contact your local fire authority to determine yourexact needs.

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ABC Dry ChemicalExtinguishersThese extinguishers utilize a specially fluidizedand siliconized mono ammonium phosphate drychemical to insulate Class A fires by melting atapproximately 350°F and coating the surface.They also smother and break the chain reaction ofClass B fires and will not conduct electricity backto the operator. Rechargeable extinguishers areUL and US Coast Guard listed. 6 year warranty.

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A. 81244 21⁄2 lbs with Vehicle/Wall Bracket 9' – 15' 10 Secs. 143⁄4"H X 53⁄4"W X 3" Dia. 1-A:10-B:C . . . . . . . . . . . $50.75 48.25B. 81245 5 lbs with Vehicle/Wall Bracket 12' – 18' 14 Secs. 151⁄4"H X 71⁄4"W X 41⁄2" Dia. 2-A:10-B:C . . . . . . . . . . . 68.30 64.90C. 81246 10 lbs with Wall Bracket 15' – 21' 20 Secs. 20"H X 73⁄4"W X 5" Dia. 4-A:80-B:C . . . . . . . . . . . 106.30 101.00D. 81247 20 lbs with Wall Bracket 15' – 21' 30 Secs. 231⁄4"H X 101⁄4"W X 7" Dia. 20-A:120-B:C . . . . . . . . . 202.00 191.90

Improper storage of flammable materials and failure to dispose of flammable materials are the leading causes ofcommercial fires. To further protect your facility, see ourcomplete line of Flammable Storage Cans and Cabinets onpages 310-321.

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Pro Line™ Dry Chemical FireExtinguishersRugged fire extinguisher is the perfect match for industrialapplications. Seamless aluminum and steel cylinders featurea chip-resistant epoxy finish. Reliable pressure gauge allowsfast and easy pressure checks. Tri-class dry chemical(monoammonium phosphate) extinguishes flames fast andinhibits reflash. Effective against Class A, B and C fires. WallHangers included, Vehicle Brackets sold separately.

UL Rating 1-2 3+A. 80628 21⁄2 lbs. w/Wall Hanger 1-A:10-B:C $51.05 48.50B. 80629 5 lbs. w/Wall Hanger 3-A:40-B:C 61.65 58.60C. 80630 10 lbs. w/Wall Hanger 4-A:60-B:C 91.65 87.10D. 80631 20 lbs. w/Wall Hanger 10-A:80-B:C 165.70 157.45

80599 Vehicle Bracket (21⁄2 lbs.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.75 7.4070114 Vehicle Bracket (5 lbs.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.70 7.3570115 Vehicle Bracket (10 lbs.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47.25 44.90

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Carbon Dioxide Fire ExtinguisherNo Residue To Clean-UpThese extinguishers release a whitecloud of carbon dioxide “snow” thatsmothers a fire by eliminating the oxygen. Carbon dioxide is a clean,non-contaminating, electrically non-conductive, odorless gas that is effective on Class B and C fires,including electrical fires.Rechargeable extinguishers include a standard wall bracket. UL and US Coast Guard listed. 6 year warranty.

Class D Fire ExtinguishersThe “soft flow” extension applicator with built-in long-range nozzle keeps the operator’s hands away from theextreme heat and prevents inhalation of toxic fumes caused by burning material. FM Listed. 6 year warranty.This product will ship separately, direct from the manufacturer.• 83870 releases a Sodium Chloride based dry powder that uses the heat from the fire to cake and form a

crust that cuts off air and dissipates the heat from the burning metal. Use to extinguish fires involving magnesium, sodium, potassium, sodium potassium alloys, uranium, powdered aluminum and more.

• 83915 contains a copper extinguishing agent specially developed for fighting lithium and lithium alloy fires.The copper compound smothers the fire and provides an excellent heat sink for dissipating heat.

DischargeTimeRange Dimensions UL Rating 1-2 3+

81248 5 lbs. 3' – 8' 10 Secs. 173⁄4"H X 81⁄4"W X 51⁄4" Dia. 5-B:C . . . . . . $220.45 209.4581249 10 lbs. 3' – 8' 10 Secs. 24"H X 12"W X 7" Dia. 10-B:C . . . . . 324.45 308.25

Halotron FireExtinguishers

Halotron is a “Clean Agent” HydroChloroFlouroCarbondischarged as a rapidly evaporating liquid which leavesno residue. Halotron is ideal for areas formerly protectedby Halon 1211, such as: computer rooms, telecommuni-cations facilities, clean rooms, data storage areas,boats, vehicles or anywhere else where electronic equipment is used. Extinguisher will not conduct electricity back to the operator and will not produce thermal or static shock. Unit effectively extinguishesClass B and C fires by cooling and smothering. ULListed. 1 year warranty.

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A. 83868 21⁄2 lbs. with Vehicle Bracket 6' – 10' 9 Secs. 143⁄4"H X 51⁄2"W X 3" Dia. 2-B:C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $160.70 152.70B. 83869 5 lbs. with Vehicle Bracket 9' – 15' 9 Secs. 151⁄4"H X 53⁄4"W X 41⁄4" Dia. 5-B:C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266.80 253.50C. 30423 11 lbs. with Wall Bracket 9' – 15' 9 Secs. 217⁄8"H X 91⁄4"W X 6"Dia. 1-A:10-B:C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 551.05 523.50D. 30424 151⁄2 lbs. with Wall Bracket 12' – 18' 14 Secs. 217⁄8"H X 91⁄4"W X 6"Dia. 2-A:10-B:C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 798.25 758.35

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83870 30 lbs. Sodium Chloride with Wall Bracket 3' – 6' 24 Secs. 32"H X 13"W X 8" Dia. . . . . . $535.60 508.8583915 30 lbs. Copper with Wall Bracket 3' – 6' 18 Secs. 32"H X 13"W X 8" Dia. . . . . . 950.60 903.10

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Fire/First Aid Blanket and PouchThis flame retardant, wool blanket smothers flames fast. Blanket isstored in a red vinyl pouch for quick identification. Built-in carryinghandle with grommets allows unit to be hung on a wall. Blanketmeasures 62" X 80" and meets Federal Flame Retardant Standard CS191-53.

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Class K Wet Chemical Fire ExtinguisherThis extinguisher offers greater fire-fighting capacity and cooling effect tocombat very hot and difficult restaurant kitchen fires. The extinguishercontains a potassium-acetate-based, low-PH agent that is discharged asa fine mist to help prevent grease splash and re-flash while coolingkitchen appliances. The superior fire-fighting capability of the wet chemi-cal agent is placed exactly where you aim it with no chemical residue toclean up. This 6-liter stainless steel cylinder offers an easy-to-use hoseand spray application nozzle. Unit has been tested and approved for thenew Class K listing by UL specifically for restaurant kitchen hazards.

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84006 6 Liters 10' – 12' 53 Secs. 19"H X 9"W X 7" Dia. $234.15 222.45

Heavy-Duty Universal BracketsSteel brackets with primed polyester powder paint finish can beused in the workplace or on vehicles and heavy equipment.

08819 Bracket For 41⁄4" Diameter Cylinders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $46.4508820 Bracket For 5" Diameter Cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57.8008821 Bracket For 7" Diameter Cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61.90

Know Your Fire Extinguisher

• The operator must know how to use the extinguisher• The operator must have a clear route that will not be blocked by fire• The extinguisher must match the type of fire being fought• The extinguisher must be large enough to put out the fire• Fire extinguishers are not designed to fight large or spreading fires

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Smoke AlarmsIt’s critical to have smokealarms in every home andoffice. Ionization alarms aremore effective in detecting fastflaming/spreading fires. Choose eitherBattery Operated Alarm, Alarm with Sealed 10-Year LithiumBattery or Alarm with AC Direct Wire and battery back-up. DualSystem Alarm senses fast burning and slow smoldering fires. Alldetectors feature an 85 dB alarm and test button to ensure that theunit is working properly. 83873 and 83874 are powered by a 9-voltalkaline battery, included. UL Listed. 5 year limited warranty.

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Carbon Monoxide AlarmsProtect against dangerous levels of carbon monoxide in your workplace. Units have a test/reset button to test the alarm electronics and reset the alarm. Alarms feature an alert that warnsthe user to replace the unit after 7 years of operations. UL listed.• CO Alarm features a low profile design that makes it easy

to install in any wall outlet. Green LED indicates normal operation and red LED indicates alarm mode.

• CO Alarm with Digital Display constantly displays CO levels and updates the reading every 15 seconds. Peak level button displays the peak CO level recorded by thealarm. Alarm gives you several mounting options, including:direct plug, 6' power cord or table top. Unit also offer a 9-volt battery back-up.

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33160 Ionization Alarm with Lithium Battery . . . . . . . 46.35 44.0533300 Ionization Alarm with AC Direct Wire . . . . . . . 42.00 39.90

B. 83874 Dual System Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.45 46.05

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Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms

• Carbon Monoxide Alarm uses advanced electromechanicalsensing technology to monitor for carbon monoxide levels. The85dB alarm has a clean, low-profile design along with two LED's -- green for normal operation and red for alarm mode. Unit plugsdirectly into a standard wall outlet. The tamper-resistant featurealerts you if the unit has been unplugged or has come loose fromthe outlet. The 9-volt battery backup provides protection evenduring power outages when many CO incidences occur.

• Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm combines smoke, fire andcarbon monoxide protection with a loud 85dB alarm horn andvoice warning. Voice alarm announces "Fire, Fire"or "WarningCarbon Monoxide." Unit utilizes an ionization sensor forsmoke/fire and an electrochemical sensor for carbon monoxide.Adjustable mounting bracket and three AA batteries are included.

STI Stopper® IIPrevent false fire alarmswithout restricting legitimate fire alarms.The Stopper II consistsof a polycarbonateshield and frame. Whenthe shield is lifted togain access to the actual alarm, it sounds a warning horn (79516only), calling immediate attention to the person who is tamperingwith the alarm. Alarm sounds at 95 dB and continues until the coveris snapped back onto the frame. Unit fits virtually all manual pullstations up to 51⁄2"W X 7"H X 23⁄4"D. Unit operates on one 9-volt battery, included. Conduit Spacers are available for deeper units.Polycarbonate housing comes with a lifetime guarantee and electronic components are guaranteed for one year. UL Listed. FM approved.

79516 Stopper II with Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $118.2579517 Stopper II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75.3580509 Conduit Spacer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22.55

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1-11 12+50780 Carbon Monoxide Alarm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $39.95 38.0050781 Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm. . . . . . . . . 54.40 51.70

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1-2 3+33159CO Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $49.55 47.10

A.89999CO Alarm with Digital Display . . . . . . . . . . . 95.50 90.75

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Fire Safety Ladders/Signs & Accessories

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Fire Safety SignsConvey messages clearly and effectively with these bright, easy-to-install signs.

How To Order Signs

When placing your order, simply add the materialabbreviation to the product code located beneatheach sign (99603 + VS = 99603VS).

VS – Vinyl VP – Plastic VA – Aluminum

Fire ExtinguisherInspection Tags

Fire Extinguisher Inspection Tags should behung as close as possible to the extinguish-er, where the tag can be readily seen. 25tags per package.

• Cardstock Tags are tear-resistant andwill not crack, distort or shrink over awide temperature range. The scuff-resistant, matte finished surface is easy to write on.

• Plastic Tags are weather-resistant andchemical-resistant for use in dirty andgreasy environments. Tags are flexibleand easy to write on.

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10" X 14" Signs 1-9 10+Vinyl (VS). . . . . . . . . $12.40 11.80Plastic (VP) . . . . . . . 16.05 15.25Aluminum (VA) . . . 27.00 25.65

18" X 4" SignsVinyl (VS). . . . . . . . . 12.40 11.80Plastic (VP) . . . . . . . 16.05 15.25Aluminum (VA) . . . 27.00 25.65

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1-9 10+99557CTP Cardstock, 57⁄8" X 31⁄8" $22.10 21.0099557PTP Plastic, 6" X 31⁄2" 58.80 55.90

137075 Beaded Nylon Ties, 100/Pkg. 11.70

Emergency Escape LaddersAttach these durable ladders toalmost any window or balconyledge for a quick and easyescape. The tangle free designmakes these ladders easy todeploy and repack. 25' Ladderis tested to support 750 lbs. and 13' Ladder is tested to support 1,000lbs.

United StatesFire Facts & Stats

• Direct property loss due to firesis $8.5 billion annually

• Fire departments respond to afire every 15 seconds

• A structure fire occurs every 55 seconds

• 26,500 people are injured annually from fire

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1-2 3+76861 25' Ladder. . $147.05 139.7083917 13' Ladder. . 89.75 85.30

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FAQ:How does the program work?

Once we receive a request for more information, our trained professional staff members will provide a FREE initial telephoneconsultation to determine your specific safety and environmentalcompliance needs and how best to address them. An on-siteassessment can help fill in the necessary details and pinpoint areas needing immediate attention.

Once we’ve developed a program that you feel best meets yourneeds, our staff will work with you ON-SITE to implement the program, train your staff, help you with record-keeping – whateveryou need.

What type of services are offered?

Each customer’s needs are unique; our initial FREE consultation will determine the best and most effective way to address your company’s unique compliance issues. Whether your need is for aone-time project or training or ongoing services, we offer a full lineof Safety and Environmental Compliance Solutions which addresstoday’s biggest safety and environmental compliance concerns. Wealso offer a number of different types of subscription service packages, providing you with the coverage and flexibility you need.

And if our wide array of existing services don’t exactly meet yourneeds, we will work with you to design a customized program to fitthe specific requirements of your business!

How much does it cost?

Our full OSHA/EPA compliance servicesrange in cost from as little as $750 to$2,250 per month, depending upon your specific needs and budget. At these affordablemonthly rates, you get peace of mind and themeans to achieve and maintain compliance at only a fraction of the cost you’d incur going it alone.

Getting into compliance can easily and quickly pay for itselfmany times over by:• Avoiding even one major OSHA/EPA fine • Avoiding the expense and hassle of litigation • Decreasing workers comp claims • Decreasing insurance premiums • Keeping key employees in other areas – HR, Plant Operations,

Facilities Maintenance – focused on their area of expertise, ratherthan making them responsible for compliance in addition to theirother duties

Learn more about Conney Compliance Services by calling 800-854-7940 today!

Conney Compliance SolutionsStaying in OSHA and EPA compliance is an ongoing challenge, requiring continuousmonitoring and specialized knowledge. Although you are an expert in your area ofbusiness, you may not be an expert in safety or environmental matters – or have ateam of full-time safety and environmental professionals on staff.

Conney Compliance Services specializes in handling the details of achieving andmaintaining regulatory compliance – freeing you to focus on driving your company’sgrowth and profitability. We are not consultants. We provide a professional service,working in partnership with our clients.

We can help you to:• Protect against needless and expensive fines from OSHA/EPA/Local Agencies • Be prepared for surprise inspections • Reduce the risk of litigation for willful or negligent incidents • Increase the likelihood of reductions in insurance premiums • Keep workers compensation claims to a minimum • Stay on top of regulatory paperwork and deadlines • Coordinate your safety committee and run its meetings • Experience peace-of-mind in knowing you have a team of experts staying

on top of complex and ever-changing regulations.

We get you in compliance and keep you there!

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