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The partnership offers a scholarship for psychological first aid for fire, rescue, EMS, law enforcement responders FoxFury Lighting Solutions has partnered with C4L & Associates and 1st Responder Treatment on a custom hand painted Reach For The Light firefighter helmet to bring awareness to responder stress. Funds raised from this helmet raffle will go towards stress management training for first responders and emergency workers. In the arena of emergency mana...
The Fike system instantly raised the alarm, ensuring a fast and safe evacuation of all the tenants Significant structural fire damage and potential loss of life have been avoided following the fast and orderly evacuation of a block of 5 apartments in Blackpool, UK, following a fire. One of the tenants returned home after a night out and prepared some food. They then fell asleep and the kitchen area caught fire. The Fike TWINFLEX smart 2-wire fire detection system instantly ra...
Streamlight recycled over 3,000 pounds of Nickel Cadmium and Small Sealed Lead Acid batteries Streamlight, Inc., a leading provider of high-performance flashlights, announced that the company and several of its U.S. distribution partners recycled close to 3,500 pounds of rechargeable batteries during the third quarter of 2013, with a year-to-date total of nearly 6,800 pounds. Streamlight’s corporate headquarters in Eagleville, PA, recycled over 3,000 pounds of Ni...
RescueSim makes it possible for Fire & Rescue Services to create and actively train incident response VSTEP and Mission Room Limited in the UK have reaffirmed their partnership for delivery of high-tech 360° RescueSim simulator rooms for immersive virtual incident response training. Back in 2010, VSTEP and Mission Room Ltd were the first to introduce a 360° Virtual Incident Response Training Mission Room at the Emergency Services Show in the UK. The 360° Missi...
The video deals with the controversial topic of first responder stress and rescuers needing rescuing FoxFury Lighting Solutions is proud to sponsor the "Return To The Station" video that deals with the controversial topic of first responder stress and rescuers needing rescuing. This video, filmed by Ted Fillhart and written by Eddy Weiss, is based on the true story of a firefighter who overcomes responder stress with some help from his friends. The lifesaving work that fi...
FoxFury Lighting Solutions exhibited its LED headlamps, flashlights and portable, rechargeable area lights at the event FoxFury Lighting Solutions exhibited its LED headlamps, flashlights and portable, rechargeable area lights at the IAEM 61st Annual Conference & EMEX 2013 in Reno, NV. This international emergency management event was from October 25 to 30. Emergency managers work hard to prepare their communities for when disasters (including severe weather) strike. This...
Zico’s QM-ETD-1 is ideal for both hydraulic and battery-powered tools Ziamatic Corp. (Zico) presents the QUIC-MOUNT Double Extrication Tool Holder, Model QM-ETD-1: an adjustable upright extrication tool mounting solution for two extrication tools. The heavy-duty, aluminum QM-ETD-1 boasts independently adjustable components, including tilt angle, enabling it to safely and securely accommodate many popular makes and models of cutter, spreader, and combination tool uprigh...
The new adaptor is developed for FIREscape exit signs to provide complete flush fitting solution Hochiki has announced availability of a recess adaptor for its FIREscape range of emergency lighting luminaires. The adaptor allows either of the two currently available FIREscape luminaires (corridor and open area) to be mounted flush with the ceiling material, providing a seamless and aesthetically pleasing installation. The adaptor will also fit the new high-output luminaires c...
The agreement will allow Wormald to distribute TetraKO water enhancer in New Zealand TetraKO, LLC, the fire suppression subsidiary of EarthClean Corporation, recently announced that Tyco New Zealand Limited – trading as Wormald, a part of Tyco International – is the exclusive TetraKO water enhancer distributor for New Zealand. Wormald is a leading provider of fire protection and suppression solutions for a wide range of industries and applications. “We are v...
Advanced’s MxPro multiprotocol fire control panel offers performance and quality across a choice of detector protocols A networked fire system driven by Advanced’s intelligent MxPro, multiprotocol, fire panels has just been installed to protect a £9.5m historic restoration, at the heart of the UK City of Culture 2013 celebrations in County Londonderry, Derry City, Northern Ireland. Advanced’s MxPro panels are the leading intelligent, multiprotocol, fir...
Advanced’s ExGo panel integrates with the library’s fire system The priceless collections of the new National Library of Romania, a landmark building in the heart of Bucharest, will be kept safe thanks to an array of ExGo suppression control panels from global intelligent fire systems manufacturer Advanced. The new library building, which contains more than 13 million individual items, was started in the 1980s but work was halted after the 1989 revolution, only st...
Teddies are ideal for helping to reassure children who may need to use the services of the air ambulance Children who are flown in the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance can now cuddle teddy bears thanks to a donation from the Wessex Group. The company, based in Shaftesbury, Dorset, is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year and each month is giving “50 somethings” to a good cause or charity. The teddies are ideal for helping to reassure children who may need t...
The donation is to ensure that West Yorkshire’s firefighters are using the most-advanced rescue and recovery equipment West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Services has received a specialist scoop stretcher from Ferno, the world leading manufacturer of medical equipment to the emergency services. Cleckheaton-based Ferno has donated a Scoop 65 EXL to West Yorkshire’s firefighters to help them develop their training programme and to ensure they are using the most-ad...
Ferrara leads the industry in the custom design and manufacture of emergency response vehicles Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. of Holden, Louisiana is pleased to announce the addition of FF1 Professional Safety Services of Sparta, New Jersey as their new authorized dealer for the state of New Jersey and northeastern PA. FF1 Professional Safety Services is a leading provider of premier First Responder products and services. Established in 2005 by experienced firefighters, chiefs,...
ProTac HL Headlamp features a C4 LED that is impervious to shock with a 50,000 hour lifetime Streamlight® Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting and weapon light/laser sighting devices, introduced its first high lumen lithium battery headlamp, the ProTac HL® Headlamp, delivering a blinding 540 lumens. The first in the company’s headlamp line to feature a lightweight, machined aluminum body, it is one of the brightest headlights available...
Hochiki Europe’s FIREscape emergency lighting solution secures Kenneth More Theatre FIREscape is an EN50172 compliant intelligent low voltage system that comprises an addressable emergency lighting Kenneth More was one of the most famous actors of the 1950s and epitomised the ‘stiff upper lip’ British conviviality that we often associate with that era. A contemporary of John Mills, Trevor Howard and Jack Hawkins, at the height of hi...
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service offers advice to households Over July and August 2013 the Fire Brigades Union (FBU) nationally, balloted firefighters for potential Industrial Action over the Government’s reform of firefighter pension schemes. The ballot result was announced on the 29th August and the FBU announced recently that a strike will take place on Wednesday 25th September between 12noon-4pm. Whilst this is clearly a national matter, the Fire Authori...
Streamlight donated a portion of the proceeds from sales of its Coyote Nano Light to the Foundation Streamlight Inc., a leading manufacturer of high-performance flashlights and weapon light/laser sighting devices, recently marked its third year of involvement as a sponsor of The Travis Manion Foundation, contributing to programs that honour and assist the nation’s veterans, first responders, and families of fallen heroes. As part of its sponsorship support, St...
C-TEC's new range is incredibly flexible and can easily be interfaced to existing Quantec systems C-TEC's dementia care products were designed to meet the growing demand for innovations to assist people suffering from degenerative illnesses C-TEC has launched a revolutionary range of dementia care products for use with its popular Quantec addressable call system. Designed to meet the growing demand for innovations to assist people suffering from dem...
Stefen Kilgallon has over 20 years’ experience in the industry The appointment of Stefen Kilgallon to the role of UK & Ireland Regional Sales Manager is the latest move by Firetec Systems to steer its business forward in the fire suppression market. The fledgling organisation, which is backed by a long-standing international specialist company, aims to set itself apart from competitors in gaseous suppression systems by providing a more flexible, personal serv...
The new generation Oshkosh Striker features advanced safety systems and delivers innovative fire suppression technology Oshkosh Airport Products Group, a division of Oshkosh Corporation, announced that Grupo Aeroportuario Del Pacífico, S.A.B. de C.V (GAP), a leading airport operator in Mexico, purchased a new generation Oshkosh Striker 4 x 4 aircraft rescue and fire fighting (ARFF) vehicle. The new Striker will be placed into service at Los Cabos Airport on the Baja Pen...
Sales and Technical Support teams from various Fike businesses will be located at the new centre in Mumbai On August 31st 2013, Fike, one of the world’s leading suppliers of life safety systems, opened a new Customer Service and Support Centre in Mumbai, India. Chuck Kopoulos, CEO and President of Fike Corporation, together with Executive Vice Presidents Scott Ruland and Hal Cross, opened the Centre at a special ceremony to mark the occasion. Fike has been established i...
Chubb Fire & Security is a provider of security, fire safety solutions, monitoring and response services Chubb Fire & Security has moved its certification for its fire extinguisher maintenance operations to the National Security Inspectorate (NSI) that also audits the installation of its electronic security systems under its NACOSS Gold Scheme. Chubb Fire & Security is a leading provider of security, fire safety solutions, and monitoring and response services for...
Controlfacts’ installation section details compatible alarms like Aico's Ei160RC and Ei140RC series alarms Following on from the success of its Handyfacts App which has more than 9,500 users, Aico has launched the Controlfacts App dedicated to its innovative new RadioLINK Alarm Controller. The App is available for Android and iPhone users. The single button Ei450 Alarm Controller has been designed for use with Aico's RadioLINK Professional alarms Smoke, Heat...
Sprue is donating one CO alarm to the charity for every 20 FireAngel CO-9XT CO alarms sold from participating wholesalers A joint campaign by Sprue Safety Products and the Gis A Hug Foundation to keep more people safe from the dangers of carbon monoxide (CO) in Northern Ireland is gathering pace, with over thirty wholesalers and merchants across the region already signed up. From October 1st, Sprue is donating one CO alarm to the charity for every 20 FireAngel CO-9XT carbon m...
The ESC to raise awareness of electrical fires in the kitchen as part of Electrical Fire Safety Week Four million people have experienced a grime fire in their kitchen according to research released recently by the Electrical Safety Council (ESC) to mark Electrical Fire Safety Week. Grime fires are the result of dirty and messy kitchens and are caused by the ignition of excess fat in cooking appliances, clutter stored by heat sources catching fire, or by dirt, dust and crumbs...
Students visited the two-day Freshers’ Fayre, where they received essential information on how to stay CO safe Sprue Safety Products teamed up with the University of Portsmouth last week to provide information, advice and give away carbon monoxide alarms as part of a safety awareness clinic run during Freshers’ Week. More than 16,000 students visited the two-day Freshers’ Fayre, where they received essential information on how to stay CO safe, including...
650 Apollo XP95 detectors were specified to meet the main fire detection requirements in the hotel Holidaymakers and partygoers visiting a new exclusive hotel on the Balearic Island of Ibiza can party and relax in safety as well as style, thanks to the very latest in fire detection solutions from Apollo Fire Detectors. The Ushuaïa Ibiza Beach Hotel completed the building of its new hotel wing, The Ushuaïa Tower, in May 2013. With breathtaking views of the Mediterra...
Chris will be working with partners to ensure that Apollo's extensive product range meets industry needs Apollo Fire Detectors has further strengthened its position as a leading global provider of innovative fire detection products with the appointment of Chris Moore as Technical Director. In his new role, Chris will be responsible for the delivery of new product developments in line with the business technology strategy, with a key focus on fire detection for wireless and lo...
Chris Stott, MD of Wessex Fire & Security spoke about fire and security relating to farms and rural locations Members of Gillingham and Shaftesbury Young Farmers Club are looking the part in new rugby shirts - thanks to sponsorship from Wessex Fire & Security. The club is over 30 strong and now they are colour co-ordinated and wearing personalised tops, emblazoned with the new sponsor’s logo. Chris Stott, MD of Dorset-based Wessex Fire & Security, met t...
