Abstract: A fireproof filing cabinet is disclosed. The cabinet has a shelf on which material such as files can be stored, having an open front side enclosable by a fireproof door. The door rotatably engages a retracting mechanism having a lift assist, so that the door rotates from a closed position, enclosing and sealing the shelf, to an open position, and then to a retracted position inside a compartment mounted adjacent to the shelf A lift assist mechanism enables opening and closing the door.

Abstract: A waterproof, fire resistant filing cabinet is provided. The cabinet includes a frame defining insulated drawer cavities. A seal point projects forwardly from the cabinet frame. A drawer is mounted in each drawer cavity and has a drawer head. A seal is provided between the seal point and the drawer head. When the drawer is closed, the seal collapses to prevent water from entering the drawer cavity but is not compressed.