Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Network Appliance Solutions
Firebrick is a UK-based innovator in network appliance design and development, combining decades of technical expertise from its founding partners Watchfront Ltd and Andrews & Arnold Ltd. Since launching our first firewall in 1998, we've delivered thousands of high-performance, reliable network solutions to technical and professional customers worldwide. Our products are engineered for versatility, supporting applications from core ISP networks to home user environments, with all devices manufactured in the UK to exacting standards.We maintain a commitment to continuous improvement through lifetime software updates, five-year warranties, and direct technical support via trained resellers. Our team's deep industry experience in hardware-software integration ensures our network appliances remain at the forefront of telecommunications technology, offering features like line bonding, traffic shaping, and advanced VoIP capabilities that competitors struggle to match.
Services
Network Appliances
Technical Support
Software Updates
Hardware Manufacturing
Product Training
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in network appliance development since 1998
- All products are designed and manufactured in the UK with industrial-grade components
- Our devices support advanced features like line bonding and traffic shaping for optimal performance
- We provide lifetime free software updates and five-year factory warranties
- Direct technical support through trained resellers with comprehensive documentation resources
Services
FB2900 Network Appliance
The FB2900 is a versatile network appliance designed for office environments and small ISP applications. It offers 750Mbit/s routing performance with features including line bonding, IPv4/IPv6 firewalling, traffic shaping, and VoIP PBX functionality. Available in base and fully loaded variants, this device supports AC or DC power options and provides reliable connectivity for leased lines, bonded DSL circuits, and mobile data connections.
FB9000 Network Device
The FB9000 represents the latest generation of high-performance network devices with 10Gb/s capabilities. Featuring dual SFP+ ports and eight 1Gb/s SFP interfaces, it serves as an ideal solution for ISPs and large enterprises requiring advanced routing, BGP support, and L2TP termination. This 1U rack-mountable device combines low power consumption with industrial-grade reliability for critical network infrastructure applications.
Technical Support
Comprehensive technical support delivered through authorised resellers, including configuration guidance and firmware updates. Customers receive access to detailed manuals, knowledge base articles, and direct support channels. Our five-year warranty and lifetime software updates ensure ongoing product reliability and performance optimisation for critical network deployments.
Software Development
Continuous firmware development with free lifetime software updates for all devices. Our UK-based engineering team implements new features and security enhancements while maintaining backward compatibility. The XML-based configuration system allows for automated management and integration with existing network infrastructure through standardised APIs.
Hardware Manufacturing
Complete UK-based manufacturing process from circuit board production to final assembly. All components are custom-designed and tested to meet industrial reliability standards. The metalwork and electronics assembly processes maintain strict quality control, with final testing procedures ensuring each device meets performance specifications before customer delivery.
Questions
What network applications are FireBrick devices suitable for?
FireBrick devices serve diverse applications including ISP backhaul, office networking, VoIP systems, and remote monitoring. They support line bonding, traffic shaping, and advanced routing protocols for both commercial and technical deployments.
Do you provide technical documentation and support resources?
We offer comprehensive manuals, quick start guides, and knowledge base articles. Registered users can access configuration examples, troubleshooting guides, and software upgrade instructions through our support portal.
What warranty and maintenance options are available?
All devices include a five-year return-to-factory warranty. We recommend additional support contracts for critical network deployments, with options for hardware redundancy and extended service agreements available through authorised resellers.
Can FireBrick devices handle high-speed internet connections?
The FB9000 supports 10Gb/s connections with dual SFP+ ports, while the FB2900 handles up to 750Mbit/s. Both models feature advanced traffic management capabilities to optimise performance across multiple high-speed internet links.
Are software updates included with FireBrick purchases?
Yes, lifetime free software updates are included with all FireBrick devices. New features and security enhancements are regularly released, with backward compatibility maintained across hardware generations.
How are FireBrick products manufactured and tested?
All products are designed and manufactured in the UK with rigorous quality control. Each device undergoes comprehensive testing during assembly, with final validation procedures ensuring compliance with performance specifications before customer delivery.
