Bermuda Fire Industry News

Fire extinguishers are red for a reason, aren’t they? Traditionally, red is associated with danger and fire and red is certainly easy to see, even in darker environments. Aesthetic fire extinguishers But a company in Japan is offering a line of fire extinguishers that abandons the signature color for an approach that is more aesthetically pleasing and that fits more easily into modern decor. Disaster prevention brand, Modular Aerial Fire Fighting Systems (MAFFS) has unveiled fire extingu...

Fire and life safety systems manufacturer, Advanced has announced the appointment of a dedicated business development manager responsible for the launch and growth of EvacGo, Advanced’s new BS 8629-compliant evacuation alert system. EvacGo, Evacuation Alert System Ken Bullock, who joined Advanced as Regional Sales Manager for South East England, four years ago, brings over 35 years of fire industry experience to his new role as Business Development Manager – EvacGo, Evacuation Aler...

ImageTrend, Inc. announces the company’s trusted ePCR solution, Elite has been selected as an EMS World Innovation Awards 2020 winner. Elite was designed to capture crucial records and connect the world of healthcare, and through ImageTrend’s commitment to innovation, the dynamic solution continues to add value through enhanced capabilities and streamlined efficiencies. Elite solution's Advanced features One of the most popular features lets providers quickly retrieve historical...

This time of year we remind communities to change their smoke detector batteries, advise them how to be safe while cooking during the holidays and, for those of us in wildland fire-prone communities, encourage them to follow the “Ready, Set, Go” model to properly prepare. But there’s another dangerous “season” out there we need to be aware of. In addition to Covid–19, flu season is among us and, as with fire, it’s important to take preventive measures a...

A wealth of data is used to track the course of wildfires and guide an effective firefighting response. Computers crunch the data using software and a computing infrastructure to yield information in the form of wildfire modeling and better situational awareness to guide fire service response. On the front line of turning data into useful information to advance fire science is the WIFIRE Lab at the University of California San Diego. The WIFIRE lab grew out of a project funded by the National S...

Specialist Fire & Security resourcing consultancy - Zitko has unveiled Talent: a new industry-wide training initiative designed to address the growing shortage of engineers trained for design, engineering, commissioning, and support. Talent is a coalition of employers, manufacturers, training companies, and industry bodies, who are coming together to provide a year’s structured paid employment and certified training specific to the trainee, their employer, and their job. Security tec...

For the first time, a “corona traffic light” shows the daily development of infections in all German districts and independent cities. The interactive map shows the situation based on the 35 and 50 7-day incidence values.  These values ​​are used to control uniform nationwide measures against the spread of the COVID-19 virus. The interactive map can be accessed on the Internet via the homepage of the Association for the Promotion of German Fire Protection (vfdb). Corona t...

Safe Fleet Fire, EMS, and Industrial Group (FRC, FoamPro, Elkhart Brass, ROM) is excited to announce the addition of Jeffrey Benker as Mid-Atlantic Regional Sales Manager. In his new role, Jeffrey will be responsible for supporting established Fire & EMS customers and expanding the presence through distribution channel development in the Mid-Atlantic territory which includes: Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee. Jeffrey joins Safe Fleet with an extensive fire...

Understanding the underlying causes of wildfires enables us to control them better over the long haul. One element is climate change, which has created conditions prone to wildfires by increasing heat, changing rain and snow patterns, and shifting plant communities. But there are also other contributing factors in the growing scale and intensity of wildfires. One is the condition of the forests in Australia, California, and other areas where the incidence of wildfires has increased. In Californ...

If users are planning to have a bonfire at any time, but particularly during this firework period, please follow some simple safety guides to help users, their families, pets, and wildlife stay safe. Building bonfire Build bonfires well away from, and clear of, buildings, garden sheds, fences, hedges, and overhanging branches. Keep it to a manageable size and evenly built, so that it collapses inwards as it burns. Do not include plastics, household items, or rubber in the fire. Lighting...

Fire security in homes tends to be an afterthought, with many people thinking that having a Fire Alarm is enough of a precaution against domestic fires. While this may be true in some cases, having the knowledge of the different types of fire extinguishers and the types of fires they put out can be potentially lifesaving information as well as mitigating damage and costs in the long run. Abel will be exploring the different types of fires, as well as which extinguishers tackle which fires best,...

Barham and Charing crematoriums are part of the Westerleigh Group which not only is a renowned developer and operator of crematoria and cemeteries in the United Kingdom, but also conducts over 40,000 funerals per year. The Westerleigh Group appreciates the social, environmental and financial benefits of providing professionally managed facilities in this highly specialist field. Barham and Charing crematoriums Barham crematorium, once part of Lord Kitchens Broome Park’s estate in the UK,...

Following its General Assembly, Euralarm will organize an industry webinar that will run from 16:00 - 16:50 (CET) on October 29, 2020. The webinar is intended to look at the key regulations and standards that affect gaseous extinguishing systems in Europe and to distinguish between approved gaseous fire extinguishing systems and approved components, which is the subject of the recent Euralarm document titled, Guidance on Gaseous Systems: approved systems versus approved components. Free registr...

Comelit Group’s dedicated fire division has achieved the stringent EN54-13 standards for its analog addressable fire detection system. The globally renowned fire safety solutions specialist, known for its high specification solutions, presents a range of specialist fire solutions, including conventional systems that are particularly suited to fire detection in smaller facilities and buildings with simple layouts. Atena addressable panels Comelit’s Atena addressable panels can iden...

2020 has been a challenging year, so it’s been a real boost to find out that Zitko have been shortlisted in two categories of the Security and Fire Excellence Awards. Back in March, when the lockdown struck, recruitment activity came to an abrupt halt. Zitko decided to stay open to support the clients and industry, sharing knowledge and adding value in whatever ways they could. Zitko COVID-19 initiatives This led to a whole raft of Zitko COVID-19 initiatives:  An outplacement pr...

A traumatic event like a wildfire can have devastating effects on the community. Pre-fire planning including home hardening and landscape maintenance at the home and in the community can help reduce the risk of loss from wildfire and help neighborhoods and cities be more resilient after a wildfire. pre-fire planning Communities that complete pre-fire planning usually recovers more quickly because they have developed support networks. The recovery process may take many years. Al...

Contractors working on the build of Theale Community Fire Station have made good progress during recent months, with the new station starting to take shape. The installation of the steel superstructure took place at the end of September 2020, following extensive work to prepare the station’s foundations. Plans to build Theale Community Fire Station got underway in January 2020. It is the latest in a series of investments by the Fire Authority, following the refurbishment of the Hungerford...

How can one effectively identify the hot spots that can be brought back to life by the winds and dropping humidity before they can flare up? Before they can grow into another rapid-moving fire that launches aerial assaults on new fronts? Thermal imaging technology in the form of the Scion PTM (Personal Thermal Monocular) from FLIR is the answer to those questions. Into The Fire Chad Costa, a battalion chief with the Petaluma (Calif.) Fire Department was deployed for 18 days on the Walbridge F...

While there’s still a lot up in the air at the moment with regards to the ongoing COVID-19 global pandemic, some offices have returned to business. But was fire safety forgotten during the COVID-19 induced lockdown? Changed retail landscape The UK’s high street is making a slow return to business, thanks in part to the ‘Eat Out to Help Out’ scheme and somewhat relaxed social distancing measures. With fewer customers in stores, the retail landscape looks very different n...

On the 16th of October, the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, answered the following question from Andrew Dismore (Labor): What dangers do you believe that buildings under 18 m with dangerous cladding pose to residents? The Mayor of London answered: “Several recent damaging fires in buildings below 18 meters have demonstrated the danger that unsafe cladding presents to residents. I have always been clear that fire risk does not adhere to strict height thresholds." Fire safety requirements in...

Code 3 is excited to announce the latest Matrix® enabled lightbar that delivers a powerful warning, features ruggedized, weather-resistant housing, and strikes a discreetly sleek profile. Measuring only 1.6 inches high, the Covert Lightbar packs a luminous punch with its dual- or tri-color LED light heads. With improved off-angle performance and additional design enhancements, the Covert is the most versatile and optimized lightbar on the market today. Design and features Thicker lenses a...

Rave Mobile Safety (Rave), the critical communication and collaboration platform that customers count on when it matters the most, has announced the launch of Rave Collaborate, a new solution for Tactical Incident Collaboration. Rave Collaborate Rave Collaborate addresses needs unmet by traditional incident management solutions with an intuitive tool, in order to coordinate preparedness and response for both - planned activities and unplanned emergencies. Rave Collaborate addresses needs unme...

Honeywell, a global provider of fire and life safety, launched the first tools from its new suite of Connected Life Safety Services (CLSS), its first all-in-one cloud platform for fire safety systems. Honeywell’s CLSS suite of tools, built on the Honeywell Forge platform, enable fire technicians to minimize disruption, prove compliance and reduce time needed for design, installation, commissioning, inspection, maintenance and reporting of life safety systems. “Today’s global e...

The Construction Leadership Council (CLC) has published Version 6 of the Site Operating Procedures document. Information from Construction Leadership Council (20/10/2020): Site Operating Procedures Update – Version 6 is now available The Site Operating Procedures have been updated to reflect recent changes in Government guidance. While there are no significant changes to social distancing requirements on sites, the Construction Leadership Council (CLC) has taken the opportunity to streaml...

Big Bear Fire Department has some 'Hot Tips for Cold Weather' to ensure safe winter heating. With the change in seasons in Big Bear Valley comes the need to warm homes and businesses. Stay warm and safe during the winter months by following some simple tips. Conventional Heating Have a professional check and service the heating system each year. Always keep combustibles away from heat sources. Check the manufacturer’s specifications for clearance distances. Portable Heaters Always use...

Emergency call handlers will be the focus of a Twitter takeover this week as Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service celebrates International Control Room Week. Blue Watch will be on duty from 8 am until 5 pm on Wednesday (October 21) and posting tweets throughout the shift on the Service’s @cambsfrs Twitter account. Potentially life-Saving advice Area Commander Simon Newton, in charge of the Service’s emergency response, said: “Our Emergency call handlers are a vital part of...

ImageTrend, Inc. is excited to announce a connection between the CrewCare mobile app and All Clear Foundation elevating support for the overall wellness of first responders and those in the healthcare industry. The free CrewCare app was added to the Responder Resources Directory. All Clear Foundation’s extensive network of resources can now be easily accessed in CrewCare helping connect first responders in EMS, fire, dispatch, law enforcement, military, and healthcare workers wi...

To kick-start 2021, Application Solutions (Safety and Security) Ltd (ASL) is very excited to announce the launch of their newly designed website. After months of hard work and dedication, the organization is delighted to officially announce the launch. They wanted to make the new website faster, easier to navigate, and more user friendly. As a renowned design and innovation company, it’s important for ASL to make information regarding their hardware and services easily accessible for curr...

CU First Responders Finance (CUFR) is excited to welcome Baton Rouge Fire Department Federal Credit Union (BRFDFCU) to the Referral Credit Union program. BRFDFCU is looking forward to offering business loan services to its membership. CUFR’s business lending program provides the avenue for first responder credit unions to refer commercial real estate, apparatus, equipment, and other business loans for potential funding. The referring credit union gets business loans on their books and th...

Rave Mobile Safety (Rave), the critical communication and collaboration platform that customers count on when it matters the most, has announced new and expanded strategic partnerships to increase data sharing, critical communications, and situational awareness for emergency and critical incidents. Strategic Partnerships  RapidDeploy, ESO, and Tenefit add to Rave Mobile Safety’s growing suite of integrated and interoperable solutions, along with an expanded relationship with Alcatel...