Put It Out

The concept of the Put It Out Mini Fire Extinguisher came after a fire broke out in the community of Khayelitsha in 2015. Our product is designed to be the first response, to small fires, as most big fires start off small. We wanted this product to require no maintenance, unlike other fire extinguishers on the market. After we realised that there weren’t any cheap and reliable fire-protection products available in South Africa, we decided to invest in the idea of a simple, yet effective solution. The science was always there, we didnt have to reinvent the wheel. The 2 ingridients that make up the composition are acetic acid, otherwise known as vinegar and, suspended in the liquid is an airtight capsule filled with sodium hydrogen carbonate (aka baking soda). The Benefits of Put It Out ticks all the boxes- NON TOXIC - No hazardous ingredients - CHEAP - Less than a cup of coffee - EASY TO USE - Simple 3 step instant method - TESTED AND APPROVED - by CSIR - NO ANNUAL MAINTENANCE - Made with no mechanical parts 3rd place winner and finalist of the SAB Foundation Social Innovation and Disability Empowerment Awards