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We suggest that you put a substantial amount of thought into choosing a safe. Below are some of the main issues that you should consider when purchasing a safe.
Cash Rating
The Cash Rating of a safe relates to the amount of cash for which an insurance company may offer over night insurance cover. As with all insurance companies this value may vary slightly depending on location and may be higher or lower than the manufacturer recommended Cash Rating quoted. Please check with your insurer for exact ratings.
Also note that you always multiply the cash rating by 10 when you are storing jewellery or other non-cash items. A cash rating of £1,000 would therefore allow you to store up to £1,000 in cash or £10,000 in valuables.
Cash Ratings are determined by door and wall thickness, lock types used and the general build quality of a safe. The higher the Cash Rating the more secure the safe is.
Fire Rating (fire safes only)
A fire safe is designed to retain a low internal in the event of a fire. For paper / document safes this is below 177 degrees Celsius and for data safes this is below 54 degrees Celsius.
The Fire Rating for each type of safe is given as the number of minutes that that safe can resist the effects of a fire while maintaining a low internal temperature.
Floor Loading
The floor loading of a safe relates to the weight the floor the safe is to be located will sustain. Certain safes we supply weigh in excess of 850 Kg. We advise that you ensure the floor loading is sufficient for the safe you require. If unsure please check with a qualified surveyor. |
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Wednesday 19 November, 2008 
