Leading fire safety supplier CheckFire is celebrating its 50th year in business, marking a legacy defined by care, innovation, and continued investment in its people and nationwide operations. The milestone comes as the company records a 28% growth in its workforce in 2025, alongside an 18% increase in annual turnover.
The past year has seen CheckFire accelerate its development pipeline in response to evolving fire risks and regulatory frameworks. Amid shifting UK and EU legislation on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), the company transformed its entire fire extinguisher range to become PFAS free in 2024. These innovations, part of The Green Range, placed CheckFire among the first to offer a fully PFAS-free portfolio, marking a major milestone for its product brands and reflecting its commitment to safer, more sustainable fire safety equipment.
CheckFire has also played a central role in addressing the growing challenge of lithium-ion battery fires. Its LFX range, launched in 2024, uses a fluorine-free, water-based agent with endothermic technology to interrupt thermal runaway, prevent secondary ignition, and tackle peripheral Class A fires. The 6-litre CommanderEDGE LFX fire extinguisher became the first of its kind in the UK to be NTA 8133 approved for batteries up to 600 Wh.
CheckFire’s strategic growth continued in early 2025 with the acquisition of PJ Fire Ltd, further strengthening its manufacturing capability and enhancing the range of fire safety components available to customers. The move builds on a longstanding partnership between the two family-run businesses, united in a commitment to product quality, customer service, and sustainable operating practices.
Cameron Robins, managing director at CheckFire, said: “Our 50th anniversary is a momentous celebration of longevity. But more importantly, it reflects the deep-rooted responsibility we carry in the fire trade sector today. From a family-run business operating out of a pantry to an expanding group with a nationwide supply presence, the trust we’ve built reflects decades of consistency, commitment, and care.
“We’re deeply proud of how far we’ve come, always standing alongside our customers with dependable support, expert knowledge, and a global supply chain we can rely on. Yet, even after 50 years, we feel we’re only getting started. Every day, we strive to do more – and the best is truly yet to come.”
Increasing its workforce by 28% in 2025, CheckFire’s headcount now sits at 118 employees. The boost in recruitment not only expands CheckFire’s capacity to meet growing fire safety demands, but reflects the company’s long-term commitment to investing in local employment and strengthening operations across the UK.
Toria Jones, marketing director at CheckFire, adds: “Today, our three market-leading brands – Commander, CommanderEDGE, and Contempo – are recognised across the UK for their reliability, performance, and design. And as we continue to grow, our focus remains firmly on advancing our portfolio even further.
“But high-quality products are only one part of our success. As a family-run business committed to its roots, our investments are equally focused on people, facilities, and operational reach. From our northern depot and the strategic acquisition of PJ Fire to the ongoing growth of our team, we’re proud to be strengthening our capabilities across every part of our business – and delivering a brighter future for fire safety.”
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With 50 years of experience in the fire industry, CheckFire delivers innovative products and trusted expertise in fire safety and protection. From our early days in a family garage in 1975 to becoming a leading UK fire trade supplier, we’ve celebrated many milestones and continue to grow and innovate.
