• About Geofire

    The company receiving the EEF's award for growth achieved during the recession

  • Stephenson Gobin Group

What we do

Geofire manufactures a large wide range of electromagnetic door holders and other activation devices used widely as part of a fire, security or ventilation system. These range from fire door holders and closers to smoke curtain releasers and shutter locks.

The products enable fire doors to be legally held in an open position to give ease of access through a building, in compliance with the Disability Discrimination Act. These include the 'Wire Free' SALAMANDER - a system of battery powered, electromagnetic fire door holders linked by radio signals to a central controller.

They are all robustly designed for wall, floor or ceiling mounting in a variety of finishes including decorative, to match the decor of current and new buildings. The high quality of the finish ensures that little or no servicing is required once these products are fitted.

For new buildings - we recommend Geofire's conventional wired versions. For refurbishment - we recommend Geofire's 'Wire Free' SALAMANDER door holder range.

Our products meet relevant EN, UL, EMC and radio standards.

Our People

All our people are passionate about the company and its products and are very keen to share this passion with our customers so please contact us today and find out for yourself how The Innovators of Fire Protection can help your business.

Angela Mason and Amanda Kilburn await your call on +44 (0) 1388 832 252 or e-mail us at: enquiries@geofire.co.uk

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  • About Geofire

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Company Profile

Established manufacturer and supplier of fire security solutions since 1972

GEOFIRE is an autonomous Trading Division of Stephenson Gobin, a subsidiary of British Engines Ltd., (BEL) a privately owned Group with a turnover in excess of £100 million per annum produced by a workforce of approximately 1000 employees.

The business was founded in 1972. The main activity of the company is the design and manufacture of electromagnetic fire door and window closers for the fire, health and safety markets.

GEOFIRE offers a design service to meet individual customer specifications. This, allied with the high investment in machinery, technology and people, gives a division committed to producing high quality products, whilst constantly driving down product lead times.

Company Timeline

  • 1972 - Company formed to repair and service electro magnetic clutches and brakes
  • 1979 - Started manufacturing own product, began design and manufacture of fire door retainers
  • 2000 - Became a BEL subsidiary
  • 2000 - Accredited to ISO9001
  • 2004 - Geofire brand launched
  • 2006 - Launch of Salamander Wirefree, Fail-safe fire door holding system
  • 2006 - UK Trade and Investment Export award winner
  • 2008 - Awarded Polish Gold Medal for New Product Innovation at the Poznan International Fair
  • 2010 - Expanded into installation and service contracts.

Meet the Sales Team

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