Authorised AF-X Fireblocker Systems in Wales and the West
Fire Suppression That’s Safe, Smart and Sustainable
Beacon is proud to be an authorised partner of AF-X Fireblocker for Fire Suppression Systems. Installed directly by our in-house engineers across Wales and the West, this innovative solution offers powerful protection without the complexity, pressure tanks or room seals of conventional systems.
- Zero ozone depletion / low global warming potential.
- Modular and compact – no pumps, pipes or tanks
- Safe for people, animals and equipment.
- Easy to install, low maintenance
- Long service life – up to 15 years
- It’s certified for use on fire classes A, B, C and F.
Committed to exceeding Fire & Security standards
Approved Contractor Scheme
Intruder, CCTV & Access Control
BAFE SP203-1
Silver Membership
Health & Safety
What is AF-X Fireblocker?
AF-X Fireblocker is a compact, environmentally responsible fire suppression system that extinguishes fires by disrupting their chemical chain reaction.
When triggered by heat or smoke, AF-X releases a patented aerosol that forms microscopic particles. These particles interrupt the chemical process that keeps fires burning — stopping the fire instantly, without removing oxygen or releasing harmful chemicals.
The result? Fast, effective suppression that’s safer for people and the planet.
Fire Suppression: Benefits for Your Business
AF-X Fireblocker is ideal for businesses that need to balance performance with safety, simplicity and sustainability.
- No sealed rooms or high-pressure cylinders
- Reduced installation and maintenance costs
- Rapid retrofitting in live environments
- Minimal downtime after activation
Why AF-X Fireblocker is Ideal for Sensitive Sites & Challenging Environments
AF-X is ideal for businesses that need to balance performance with safety, simplicity and sustainability:
- Data rooms and server cabinets – fire suppression that won’t damage sensitive electronics or cause downtime, safeguarding business continuity
- Switchgear and control panels – preventing electrical fires without compromising operational continuity
- BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems) – ideal for confined spaces with high energy density and safety risks
- Telecoms infrastructure – including outdoor cabinets and relay sites where rapid suppression is critical
- CNC machines and compressor rooms – mitigating risks in machinery-heavy environments
- Heritage sites across Wales – discreet, non-invasive protection for historic buildings and artefacts
- Beacon Detection is an AF-X Partner for Wales
Specialist Maintenance That Keeps Your Fire Suppression System Ready And Compliant
At Beacon, we make sure your Fire Suppression System continues to deliver ultra-early detection, without disruption or false alarms. With our scheduled maintenance services, you can expect:
- Specialist Servicing: AF-X Systems rely on regular checks and maintenance. Our team is trained to keep yours working exactly as it should.
- Prevention Over Repairs: We catch issues early, helping you avoid costly breakdowns or nuisance alerts that disrupt business.
Our experienced team is committed to keeping your advanced suppression system compliant, reliable and ready to perform.
Frequent AF-X Fireblocker Questions
What is AF-X Fireblocker??
AF-X Fireblocker is a non-pressurised aerosol fire suppression system that stops fires by disrupting the chemical reaction that keeps them burning. It’s clean, compact and doesn’t require sealed rooms or pressure cylinders.
Beacon Detection are AF-X Partners for installations in Wales.
How is AF-X Fireblocker different from traditional fire suppression systems?
Unlike traditional systems, AF-X doesn’t use water or gas and doesn’t require a sealed environment. It’s safe to use around electronics, animals and people, with no damaging residue left behind.
What types of fires can AF-X Fireblocker extinguish?
It’s certified for Class A (solids), B (liquids), C (gases) and F (cooking oils/fats) — ideal for a wide range of commercial and industrial settings.
Is AF-X safe for use in sensitive environments?
Yes. AF-X is ideal for protecting data rooms, telecoms equipment, control panels and heritage sites because it leaves minimal residue and doesn’t require structural room changes.
Reliable, Accredited Fire & Security Partners
Beacon Detection build long term partnerships by doing 3 things right every time:
- Prioritise the job, not the pocket – Passionate about your project. We always put your people before profits. Our focus: quality work, reliable systems and stringent compliance. Not our bottom line.
- Experienced professionals with a personal touch – Accredited and qualified. Reliable engineers with the technical capability you don’t always get. Delivering projects from straightforward installations to complex multi-network systems.
- One partner. All your Fire & Security systems covered – Relax. We handle everything from design to install and maintenance. No more vendor juggling. Just quality systems. Compliant and doing their job.
And we operate a 24-hour call-out service so day or night, we have you covered.
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“brilliant to work with from start to finish“
“Highly recommend Beacon Detection“
“Beacon Detection completed a switch over from an existing security and fire alarm system to a new system for Talgarth Mill.
As a busy visitor attraction, café, and bakery, it was important… to minimise disruption to business and ensure that we could continue working every day.
Dan was brilliant to work with from start to finish – an accurate scope of the work, timely and tidy working, and went the extra mile on the final day to make sure that everything was completed as required…
Highly recommend Beacon Detection“
Fire & Security Equipment Leasing
Stay compliant. Spread the cost. Get protected faster with Beacon’s flexible leasing options.
Fire Alarms, CCTV Cameras, Access Control. Lease your Fire & Security equipment with no deposit, fixed monthly payments and optional maintenance included.
Keep your people safe and your business moving… without the upfront cost.
*Leasing subject to approval and credit status.
Areas Near You Served By Beacon Detection
From our HQ in Brecon, Beacon can work with properties and premises across Wales and the West.
Whilst our HQ is in Brecon, we have engineers strategically placed across Wales and the West. So we can work with businesses stretching from Pembroke to Gloucester and from Bath to Aberystwyth and all towns in between.
- Aberdare
- Abergavenny
- Brecon
- Bristol
- Builth Wells
- Caerphilly
- Cardiff
- Carmarthen
- Chepstow
- Crickhowell
- Ebbw Vale
- Gloucester
- Hay-on-Wye
- Hereford
- Llandrindod Wells
- Llandovery
- Merthyr Tydfil
- Monmouth
- Neath
- Newport
- Newtown
- Pontypool
- Port Talbot
- Powys
- South Wales
- Swansea
- Tewkesbury
- Tredegar
- Treforest
- Usk
- Welshpool
- Ystradgynlais
See our logo on the Map for the location of our engineers – We’re not restricted to Brecon:
- Brecon
- Bridgend
- Caerphilly
- Crickhowell
- Hay-on-Wye
- Llandovery
- Llanelli
- Swansea
- Tredegar
- Treharris
Companies who trust their Fire & Security systems to Beacon Detection
Fire Alarm Maintenance Letting You Down?
Whether your provider has disappeared, been taken over or just stopped delivering, we step in. Beacon Detection takes over fire alarm servicing, fault checks and emergency lighting testing across South Wales and the West.
Reliable and fully accredited, we’re the go‑to team for fire alarm system takeovers.
Our engineers work with fire alarm systems we didn’t install, quickly getting up to speed with your building layout, equipment and maintenance history. We’ll restore your servicing schedule without disrupting your day‑to‑day operations.
See how we take over fire alarm systems and keep them dependable
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