Australia Fire Industry News

On 27/05/2021, the Department for Education opened their consultation on Building Bulletin 100 (BB100). This document is described by the Department as “Non-statutory guidance on fire safety for schools. The guidance covers designing a school building so that pupils and staff will have early warning if a fire breaks out and can evacuate quickly and safely. BB100 advises how to minimize the spread of fire and how to ensure the building structure is adequately resistant to fire. It also inc...

Hempel has acquired a unique technology developed by Das Lack Enertherm (DLE), a German-English company. Combined with internal expertise, the technology will enable Hempel to develop and launch coating products with insulating properties within the next year. The acquisition is part of Hempel’s new double impact strategy that will see the company double its revenue to EUR 3 billion by 2025 and create leadership positions in the energy segment.  The strategy will be realized through...

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (De Havilland Canada) is pleased to announce the successful first flight of the Avionics Upgrade Program for CL-215T, CL-415, and CL-415 EAF aircraft occurred on May 30, 2022, in Abbotsford, British Columbia. The new avionics package integrates a state-of-the-art Collins Aerospace Pro Line Fusion® flight deck that is proven and in use by civilian and special mission aircraft around the world. Integrated avionics system “We are extremely excite...

On May 27, 2021, the Department for Education opened its consultation on Building Bulletin 100 (BB100). This document is described by the Department as “non-statutory guidance on fire safety for schools.” “The guidance covers designing a school building so that pupils and staff will have early warning if a fire breaks out and can evacuate quickly and safely. BB100 advises how to minimize the spread of fire and how to ensure the building structure is adequately resistant to fir...

Shreveport, LA Local 514 has taken a role in working with police and civic leaders to develop a long-term strategy for stemming escalating gun violence in the city. Louisiana’s third-largest city with a population of nearly 200,000 has been wracked with steadily increasing gun violence in recent years, driven largely by gang and drug activity in the city’s most impoverished neighborhoods. Local 514 President Barbara Sellers says the rise in gun violence is taking a toll on the und...

The Business Sprinkler Alliance (BSA) is delighted to announce its sponsorship, participation and support for FIREX International Connect 2021, Europe’s renowned fire safety event, which is taking place virtually from June 1 - 30, 2021. FIREX International Connect 2021 Attracting a high profile of speakers from across the industry, FIREX International Connect 2021 connects the global fire and security markets, while providing fire and security professionals access to the very latest adva...

Angloco announces the latest edition to the Bullard Thermal Image Camera range the new QXT, taking thermal scanning & thermal imaging to a new level. Bullard has produced cameras since 1998 and they have been listening to Fire Services around the world and have put that feedback into this new model camera. The result is the new QXT with an ultra-high performance LCD; a true 320 x 240 with no backlit enhancements to make the image look better than it really is. The simple operation enables...

They weren't kidding. The short, sleek vehicle was idling on its two pollution-free 1,000-pound batteries but made no discernible sound. But the quiet maneuvering is not the Minnesota-designed truck's biggest feature, its makers hope at least. The trucks, made in Wyoming, Michigan, also can turn all four tires 90 degrees to ‘crab’ through crowds and accident scenes. And it has other high-tech additions to make it easier to fight fires. But with public and private initiatives that pu...

DC firefighters are getting a look at what is reportedly the country’s first new all-electric fire truck. The eco-friendly vehicle is made by Rosenbauer America, which supplies many fire and emergency apparatus vehicles to departments across the United States. The company’s plan is to eventually replace its diesel-powered trucks and reduce carbon emissions.

The Rosenbauer RT is the first all-electric fire truck to hit the streets here in America. Its creators are currently on a cross-country tour showing off their eco-friendly fire fighting machine. They stopped in Howard County on their way to Washington D.C. “It certainly has some great safety features on it,” said Howard County Fire Chief Bill Anuszewski. “The environmental features, as far as reducing carbon emissions and things like that, are something we need to t...

Rosenbauer America and North American Fire Equipment Company, Inc. (NAFECO) have joined forces to provide industry-pioneering apparatus for the fire service in the southeastern United States. Founded in 1968 by Jerrell Oaks, NAFECO began its half-century business by providing fire extinguisher service and sales to factories and other companies in the area. Over the course of its 50-year history, the company developed into a full line distributor for fire, law enforcement, and industrial safety...

Rosenbauer has announced the roll out of their RDL - Rapid Deploy Light tower, an auto-deploying pneumatic LED scene light tower, at its annual dealer meeting, held in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Upon activation, the RDL - Rapid Deploy Light tower deploys to a height of eight feet, with the capability of extending up to 20 feet, under manual control. Two versions of the RDL - Rapid Deploy Light tower will be available from Rosenbauer: RDL-S Rapid Deploy Light tower model: The RDL-S model fea...

Empire Emergency Apparatus has expanded its operations. The expansion is nearing completion and it invites people to come to check out the new facility. Tour the new building and see the vehicle up-fitting and fire apparatus service center in full swing. This event will run concurrently with the New York State Association of Fire District Conference. Anyone attending the conference is encouraged to come to see Rosenbauer. There will be information on the vendor floor about a shuttle to and from...

What started as an order for a few Airport Rescue Fire Fighting units has ballooned into a massive order of 71 ARFF units for the United States Air Force (USAF). George Bergamini, Rosenbauer America’s Government Sales Manager, began working with the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) in October of 2015. The goal was to open doors with government sales that had not been previously pursued. In the past three years, DLA has been a bid provider for many opportunities for Rosenbauer. “Rosen...

Rosenbauer has been awarded a two-year contract with the National Association of State Procurement Officials Value Point beginning September 1, 2019. The National Association of State Procurement Officials is an American non-profit association formed by the top procurement officials for the fifty states and Washington, D.C., and dedicated to strengthening the state procurement community through education, research, and communication.

Rosenbauer Motors announced at its annual dealer meeting in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, it will now offer Rhino Plate products for its apparatus custom cabs. Rhino Plate offers ballistic and blunt object protection. Rhino Plate’s ballistic barrier has been certified by the Oregon Ballistic Laboratory to provide protection up to .44 magnum. Expedient to install to allow for quick response in hazardous environments such as civil protests or active shooter situations. Active shooter situatio...

Rosenbauer debuted a new slide-out equipment tray at its annual dealer meeting in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The Rapid Deploy Tray (RDT) has a rating of up to 500-lbs. Crew members push a button from the cab activating the system which opens the rear compartment door, then extends the equipment tray for quick access. “The RDT will be game changer on-scene,” said Scott Oyen, CEO of Rosenbauer South Dakota. “As rescuers are putting on PPE, the Rapid Deploy Light (RDL) tower rais...

Rosenbauer presents a new fire truck for fighting forest fires. It meets both Category 3 of EN 1846-2 for all-terrain fire engines and specific requirements for protecting the vehicle crew, as defined, for example, in the French standard NFS 61-517 and NFS 61-518. These include a thermal self-protection system and a driver's cab equipped with a roll-over cell. With its compact dimensions, low center of gravity, and single tires, the all-wheel-drive vehicle is ideally suited for use in rough terr...

In the market for a mid- or rear-mounted tower? Take a look at the new Pierce Ascendant 100' Heavy-Duty Aerial Tower with its market-disrupting maneuverability, drivability, operability, and serviceability. Reaching heights of 100' vertically and 93' horizontally, the Ascendant 100' Aerial Tower packages a 5-section heavy-duty steel tower onto a vehicle with a low overall height of 10'10" and length of only 41’5” with a rear overhang of a rear-mount that minimizes tail-swing, it off...

The Columbia-Richland Fire Department was honored to once again host staff members from Prisma Health Midlands to give them an inside look at how firefighters respond to emergencies. Doctors in residency at the hospital were invited to the CRFD training grounds on May 19 to take part in a session that focused on car accidents and how victims are aided by fire department personnel.

Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service are celebrating the efforts of staff that has supported the national vaccination rollout. Around 150 service volunteers, including senior officers, firefighters, call handlers, and support staff has given more than 4,400 hours at sites around the county. This included helping to set up mass vaccination centers, assisting with patients, and marshaling in car parks. Some have also been trained to administer vaccines by The British Red Cross and St John&rsqu...

There is no question that disruptions in any business cause immediate outlay and potentially have a longer-term impact from lost business. Thankfully, AI solutions have found ways to circumvent or minimize equipment failure-related disruptions by monitoring and analyzing operating conditions to essentially predict them.  Saving Thousands in Equipment Damage AI can help customers minimize the costly disruptions caused by malfunctioning machinery. Predictive and preventative maintenan...

Oshkosh Airport Products, LLC, an Oshkosh Corporation company, announced today that the company has secured an extendable contract award with the New Zealand Ministry of Defence. Phase one of the contract will include the production of two Oshkosh® Striker 4x4 ARFF vehicles, with aftermarket service provided by Australia/New Zealand-based Oshkosh Corporation subsidiary, JLG Industries, Inc. New Striker 4x4 ARFF vehicles delivered Features of the New Zealand Ministry of Defence’s new...

Osage Beach Fire Protection District recently took delivery of two new Rosenbauer Rescue Engines. These new apparatuses are now the frontline apparatus that respond to calls for service allowing older apparatus to be placed into reserve status. Rosenbauer Rescue Engines Engine 11 and Engine 12 are stationed out of fire stations 1 and 2, and respond to all calls for service. These apparatuses are outfitted with a 700-gallon water tank, 30 Gallon Class A Foam Tank, with a 1500 gallons per minut...

Wildfire season presents special challenges to firefighters, and environmental trends point to even more frequent wildfires in the future, due to factors such as global warming. Technology, in all its variety, provides new tools to aid departments tasked with fighting wildfires. We asked our Expert Panel Roundtable: What are the emerging technologies in wildfire prevention and protection?

As the World continues to move towards more and more battered powered consumer goods, from electric vehicles to scooters and hoverboards for fun, it is important to be aware of the dangers posed by batteries in the event of a fire. batteries catching fire Most people are aware that batteries catching fire can cause an explosion risk Most people are aware that batteries catching fire can cause an explosion risk, but not everyone is aware of the ferocity and...

The Department for Education has published a revised version of Building Bulletin 100 and is now consulting on updated and expanded guidance that sees school boarding accommodation included for the first time. BB 100 is non-statutory guidance that advises how to minimize the spread of fire within a school and how to ensure the building structure is adequately resistant to the effects of fire. It also sets out the requirements for fire and rescue services to access schools in the event of a fire...

Have users avoided having an intruder alarm as they think it will be difficult to use it day to day? Think it will be complicated and take the user much longer to leave the house in the morning? A.P.E have a wide range of end-users, varying in age and technical ability. Its systems are easy to use and it will help users learn all the basics of the system.  A.P.E also have a range of elderly customers who can use their security alarm systems with just as much ease. How can A.P.E help? A.P...

The Memphis City Council has approved a new contract and raises for its professional firefighters, marking a resounding and long-fought win for Memphis Local 1784. By a 10-3 vote, Memphis City Council members agreed to a new three-year contract that includes back-to-back 3% annual raises with an opportunity to consider an additional raise in the final year. Local 1784’s previous contract had expired, and the union and city were thrust into impasse negotiations that ultimately led to the M...

According to AAA, more than 9 in 10 Memorial Day travelers will drive to their destinations this year. The advocate for safe mobility predicts a 52 percent increase in vehicle travel this Memorial Day weekend over last year and reports that 34 million Americans are planning to take road trips now that COVID-19 restrictions are loosening up. In the interest of public and responder safety, leading fire service organizations are reminding firefighters, EMS providers, and roadside service provide...