Protecting Lives & Property
With 80+ Years Of Combined Expertise
Altra Fire is a South African fire protection specialist on a mission to safeguard lives and property through comprehensive fire safety solutions.
With over 80 years of combined industry experience, our team delivers reliable, compliant, and state-of-the-art fire protection systems. We handle everything from risk assessment and system design to installation, commissioning, maintenance, and 24/7 emergency support.
Our unwavering commitment to safety and technical excellence has earned the trust of clients across the country, making Altra Fire your trusted partner in fire protection.
Our Fire Protection Services
Fire Detection Systems
Design, installation, commissioning, fault-finding, and maintenance of fire detection and alarm systems (SANS 10139 compliant).
We ensure early warning and reliable performance for all building types.
Automatic Fire Suppression
Design and installation of automatic fire suppression systems for data centers, IT facilities, generator rooms, and switchgear rooms. Fast-acting clean agent and gas suppression solutions protect critical equipment without water damage.
Firefighting Equipment
Supply, installation, and servicing of fire extinguishers, hose reels, hydrants, and related firefighting equipment (in line with SANS 10400-T and SANS 1475). Quality equipment and regular servicing keep you prepared.
Why Choose Altra Fire
Decades of Experience
Backed by over 80 years of combined experience in the fire protection industry. We’ve seen it all and protected it all.
Qualified Professionals
SAQCC-registered designers, commissioners, and technicians ensure every project is handled by certified experts and meets all code requirements.
24/7 Emergency Support
Our dedicated support line is available 24/7 for fire system emergencies, providing rapid assistance and peace of mind around the clock.
Quality & Compliance
All solutions are designed to SABS-approved quality and South African National Standards, ensuring your fire protection is fully compliant with SANS codes and insurance mandates.
Serving Gauteng, Cape Town & KwaZulu Natal
With regional teams in Gauteng (Johannesburg/Pretoria), the Western Cape (Cape Town), and KwaZulu-Natal (Durban), Altra Fire provides prompt, local service wherever you are.
Our on-the-ground presence in these key areas means we understand local bylaws and can respond quickly to your needs. We proudly serve businesses across South Africa, protecting facilities in major metropolitan areas and surrounding regions.
Your Safety, Our Priority
At Altra Fire, we never compromise on safety or compliance. Every solution we provide is designed to not only meet regulatory and insurance requirements, but to truly protect lives and property when it counts.
Let us help you achieve complete peace of mind with a robust fire protection strategy tailored to your needs.
Book a Free Compliance Audit for Complete Peace of Mind.
Fire Detection Systems (SANS 10139)
Altra Fire specializes in the design, installation, commissioning, fault-finding, and maintenance of fire detection and alarm systems built to SANS 10139 standards. We deploy modern smoke and heat detectors, manual call points, and centralized control panels to ensure early fire warning and swift emergency response. Our SAQCC-registered designers carefully design each system to suit your facility’s layout and risk profile, integrating it with sprinklers or suppression systems as needed for comprehensive protection.
Need a reliable fire alarm system?
Contact Altra Fire today for a free consultation or quote on fire detection solutions. We can also book a free compliance audit of your current fire safety setup. And remember, our team is on call 24/7 for any fire alarm emergencies or technical support.
Automatic Fire Suppression Systems
Protect your critical infrastructure with Altra Fire’s advanced fire suppression solutions. We design and install tailored systems using clean agents, inert gases, or CO₂—ideal for data centers, server rooms, switchgear rooms, and other high-risk environments. Our systems extinguish fires fast without damaging sensitive equipment and comply with SANS 14520 and global standards.
From detection to discharge, we ensure total protection—plus 24/7 support, refills, and maintenance. Safeguard your assets with confidence.
Protect your critical
assets now
Contact us to discuss an automatic suppression solution tailored to your facility or to request an on-site assessment. In an emergency (such as a system discharge), our 24/7 support line is always available to provide immediate assistance and service.