about us
FST is one of the leading suppliers of quality fire suppression systems in South Africa and throughout the continent
Customer Driven
In house fire system design & manufacturing
Expert Advisory & Support Team
Globally approved fire suppression equipment
PROVEN TRACK RECORD
Est. In 1994
Fire and Security Techniques is a South African-based manufacturer and distributor of high-tech automatic fire suppression systems. We are a dedicated supply and trade support company. Our philosophy is to support our network with training, technical support, product advice, system commissioning, design, and testing systems. We ensure that the user has seamless after-sales service from our expert team of highly qualified personnel and distribution network.
This includes product support and full conformance to relevant health and safety, legislative and standard requirements. Through the range of services offered and our robust design and after-sales support for every fire suppression system we supply, clients are assured of the longevity of installations. We reach most of the continent and offer some unique features in our product range that allow us to adapt to the challenges presented in Africa.
meet the experts
Our Team
Lovedelia Matjeke
SALES ADMINISTRATOR
Trevor Moyo
CYLINDER MANUFACTURING MANAGER
Felix Ncube
ENGINEERING WORKSHOP MANAGER
OUR SOLUTIONS
We are Fire & Security Techniques
Fire and Security Techniques has established itself as a leader in the fire protection industry, with the result that the company has expanded rapidly since its inception and operates countrywide and in selected regions of the African continent.
We are constantly expanding to meet the growing fire safety demands in Africa.
We have an in-house gas cylinder manufacturing facility and a precision engineering workshop that is ISO-9001 accredited, and our offerings bear all the required type approvals and AIA as per the legislative requirements. The company supplies both imported and locally designed and manufactured products representing some of the most innovative and advanced fire suppression technologies available. Apart from that, we can design fire suppression systems for unique applications and can assist with installation upon request.
Other services offered:
- Cylinder/valve repair and servicing
- System maintenance
- Training
- Room integrity tests
- And more
We have experienced and skilled fire system specialists with +30 years of knowledge in the industry with all work carried out in terms of the necessary standards, specifically under the SAQCC accreditation.
In essence, Fire and Security Techniques offer tailored fire suppression solutions specific to each client, from installers to end-users and distributors, local and international. Each client, as with each fire suppression system, is unique in its characteristics and needs. That is why we dedicate ourselves to assist with connecting, supporting, training and guiding the client from concept to finalization with each project, providing you with the necessities to tackle bigger and better projects.
Distributor (Local)
Distributor (International)
Installers
Consulting Engineer
Service Technicians
Architects / Installers
OUR SOLUTIONS
The FST Advantage
With industry-leading accreditations such as OHSA, including NFPA, SANS 347 and EN 14520, with limited liability.
Our fire suppression products hold global approvals, and our cylinders comply with the latest pressure regulations, ensuring all equipment meets the highest safety standards, including UL, LPCB, SABS, and TUV.
Our commitment to quality:
- SABS product mark
- ISO 9001 certified
- ISO 3834 certified
- BSI Kitemark™ for design in accordance with SANS 14520
- SAQCC registered designers and commissioner
- FDIA member
- Work in accordance with ISO 4001 and OHSAS 18001
- Compliance to all industry regulations and statutory requirements
We pride ourselves on quality, deep domain expertise and strong design support capability. We don’t sell our products to the end market directly. We distribute, install and maintain our products through our reputable partner network.
We provide technical, commercial and backup support throughout Africa to service providers of automatic fire suppression systems.
OUR SOLUTIONS
Our Approach
Being a specialist application company, our approach to each application is essential. We take into consideration the client’s specific needs, requirements, and risks to be protected. We work with our clients to design the best solution to meet their particular application needs and ensure that the fire suppression system is supported throughout its lifetime.
With over +30 years of experience in the fire protection industry and evolving into an OEM over the last decade, we ensure that stock is always kept on hand and quality is never overlooked.
WORLD-CLASS FIRE SAFETY
Fully Approved Fire Services
All fire protection installations are world-class, with industry-leading accreditations such as OHSA, including NFPA, SANS 347 and EN 14520, with limited liability. Our fire suppression products hold global approvals, and our gas cylinders comply with the latest pressure regulations, ensuring all equipment meets the highest safety standards, including UL, LPCB, SABS, and TUV.
