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According to a survey by the Finnish National Rescue Association, 41% of people under the age of 25 took notice of the Fire Safety Week campaign held in Finland, at the turn of November and December. One in five young adults in Finland said that they have taken action to improve safety in their home. The theme of this year’s campaign was fire safety for young adults moving out for the first time. Fire Safety Week media campaign The media campaign for Fire Safety Week was visible on soci...

Kidde Commercial, an industry renowned company in fire and life safety for over a century, announces the launch of the Optica Duct Smoke Detector, which features a revolutionary new design, specifically created to address unique HVAC System smoke detection challenges, while reducing nuisance alarms. Optica’s new Duct Smoke Detector design is built to address the moisture and dust challenges found in the HVAC environment, and provide best-in-class detection that customers can trust. Optic...

CIC is issuing clarification on Designers and Principal Designers presenting evidence of competence to assist with the demonstration of designer and principal designer competence and to allow for construction site access. Part 2A of the Building Regulations (Amendment) (England) Regulations 2023 introduces requirements for any person who is proposing to appoint another person to carry out building or design work to take all reasonable steps to satisfy themselves that the person being appointed...

Everyone at Trustee Fire & Security proudly welcomes Gary Vaughn to the TFS Team! Gary embarked on his career journey nearly four decades ago, joining AFA Minerva, a division of the THORN EMI Group, as a Trainee Sales Surveyor fresh out of engineering college. With a solid technical foundation, he quickly grasped the intricacies of the Fire and Security industry. Extensive industry experience Throughout his career, Gary demonstrated proficiency in managing sizable and intricate teams, ent...

Dräger, an international pioneer in the fields of medical and safety technology, has appointed Thomas Pearson to lead the marketing activities of its Engineered Solutions and Government Agencies divisions  This news comes as the renewed focus is given to Dräger’s Government Agencies division, with its offering expanding to include mobile thermal imaging devices, personal protective and respiratory protective equipment, and more, to protect persons placed across the de...

Dräger, an international pioneer in the fields of medical and safety technology, has supported the City of Derry Airport in modernizing its suite of personal protection equipment (PPE) and protocols to safeguard its specialist Fire and Rescue Service (FRS) from incident-based safety risk and the risks posed by carcinogens to which they are often exposed. The City of Derry Airport is northwest Ireland’s largest airport which, at its pre-pandemic peak, provided over 200,000 passenger f...

The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) is delighted to announce two new appointments. Jo O'Neill has been appointed to the newly created role of Academy Manager and Adam Shipstone joins as the fourth Technical Officer in the Association’s technical and training team.   Jo O’Neill Jo O’Neill will be responsible for the smooth running of the ASFP’s training Academy and further developing Academy services. Tasked with managing all the operational...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, announces the launch of the new Tyco NG-2 Nitrogen Generator. Available in stand-alone or wall-mounted models, the NG-2 Nitrogen Generator is engineered to replace the oxygen inside a sprinkler system with nitrogen, helping stop pipe corrosion and extend the life of dry pipe and pre-action fire sprinkler systems. It leverages a combination of enhanced data management and simplified controls to allow for faster,...

People can legally use an electric kick scooter on the City of Victoria roads as part of the Province’s Electric Kick Scooter Pilot. E-kick scooters E-kick scooters must be fitted with a speed limit of a maximum of 25 km/h, and riders must be at least 16 years of age and wear a safety helmet. E-kick scooters must use designated bike lanes if available and are not permitted on sidewalks or pedestrian-only paths. a sustainable, affordable option This pilot project will give residents an...

AGF, a global provider of innovative fire protection solutions, proudly announces the integration of its renowned, domestically-made Model 8511 Sprinkler Floor Control manifold with the Zurn Model ZW5004 adjustable pressure-reducing valve, offering unmatched efficiency and reliability for the fire sprinkler industry. AGF Commercial RiserPACK Model 8511Z  The AGF Commercial RiserPACK Model 8511Z is meticulously crafted in the USA using high-quality schedule 10 pipe, ensuring superior durab...

VIKING Life-saving Equipment has drawn on its experience as a pioneering supplier of professional-grade structural firefighting equipment to ensure that seafarers can have the same level of firesuit protection as their land-based counterparts. In a direct response to rising shipboard electrical fire numbers, VIKING is offering shipowners the option to specify suits that include both professional-grade outer shells and moisture barrier protection against water penetration and steam burns. Regi...

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation business, is proud to announce the City of Denton Fire Department in Texas has secured a purchase order for a Pierce® Volterra™ electric fire truck as part of its efforts to replace aging fleet vehicles and expand operational advancement. Sold through Pierce dealer Siddons-Martin Emergency Group, the new Pierce Volterra pumper is expected to be delivered in fall of 2024. The new Pierce Volterra fire truck will be stationed at Stat...

Andreas Erbe worked for many years in various positions and companies within the logistics industry before joining the management of WAGNER Fire Safety Consulting and thus moving from fire protection customer to fire protection provider. The manager is now taking his well-deserved retirement and is handing over the position to Cecil von Dungern. "The time has come for me to hand over my responsibilities at WAGNER after seven years. With Cecil von Dungern, we have been able to gain a c...

Andreas Erbe worked in various positions and companies within the logistics industry for many years, before joining the management of WAGNER Fire Safety Consulting, thus moving from being a fire protection customer to a fire protection provider. The Manager is now taking his well-deserved retirement and handing over the position to Cecil von Dungern. Andreas Erbe said, "It is time for me to pass on my responsibilities at WAGNER after seven years. With Cecil von Dungern we have gained a colleagu...

Construction Leadership Council (CIC) has responded to the Future Homes and Buildings Standards consultations, calling on government to accelerate the future proofing and decarbonization of their homes. It has urged that government must work with industry to support the necessary up-skilling needed to achieve this and provide guidance not only for tradespeople and designers, but to consumers who will be unfamiliar with some of the new technologies deployed. CIC’s response emphasized:...

As Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service celebrates turning 50 in April 2024, it is calling on all budding young artists and creators to design what a fire engine may look like in another 50 years’ time. There are prizes up for grabs in different age categories, including a giant replica fire engine, kindly donated by Scania UK, for the best design by someone aged 7 or under, a fire station Lego set for the winner in the age 8-11 category, and a shopping voucher for the winner in the age...

Emergencies, natural disasters, crises, and military conflicts: experts say that efficient civil protection can only be ensured if fire services, emergency, and disaster response services cooperate even more closely at the international and interdisciplinary levels – reason enough for 'Safeguarding tomorrow' to have been selected as the motto of Interschutz 2026. The world's renowned trade fair for fire and rescue services, civil protection, safety & security aims to motivate everyone...

Fire departments responded to an estimated average of 32,160 home fires involving electrical distribution and lighting equipment each year in 2015–2019, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Electrical fires cause scores of civilian deaths and hundreds of civilian injuries, as well as millions of dollars in property damage. Some of the electrical components that present fire hazards in the home include faulty electrical outlets and switches, worn or damaged compon...

The senior leadership team at the national, multi-award-winning First Response Group (FRG) has been further boosted by the appointment of Barry Dawson as Group Managing Director, bringing with him 35 years of experience at the highest levels of the UK security industry. Taking up his new position on April 2 (2024), Dawson is described by the Group’s CEO, Simon Alderson as ‘the final piece of the jigsaw’ needed for FRG to achieve the company’s ambitious growth targets of...

Cygnus, a pioneer in 100% wireless, EN 54-certified fire detection and alarm systems, returns to The Fire Safety Event 2024. Following the success of its innovative SmartNet fire detection and alarm system range, Cygnus will debut its remote notification and monitoring platform, Cygnus ALERT, for the very first time on Stand 5/D10. Cygnus will be exhibiting at The Fire Safety Event 2024, a show dedicated to supporting industry professionals and organizations in enhancing and maintaining high st...

Organizers of Secutech Thailand - Thailand’s major fair for security and fire safety for commercial and industrial premises, announced at the press conference at Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok that the 2024 edition will return to the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC), in Bangkok, from 30 October – 1 November 2024.  Over 80 key local industry players were in attendance, and key stakeholders discussed the industry development and upcoming market trends with...

To help improve the safety of volunteer firefighters, the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) has partnered with MSA Safety to award four NVFC members a personalized MSA Cairns® 1836 Fire Helmet in 2024. The MSA Cairns 1836 Fire Helmet showcases the iconic traditional design with innovative features that address the fire service needs. Efficient asset management The MSA Cairns 1836 Fire Helmet features a low ride height and a newly designed Defender Visor that adjusts in and out to fi...

VSC Fire & Security, Inc. (VSC) of Ashland, Va., has acquired United Piping, Inc. of Mississippi. Effective March 31, 2024, this partnership expands VSC’s presence in the state and gives customers of both companies additional service offerings, increased standardization of services, and an enhanced network of support staff. Shared vision “The team at United Piping is at the top of their market, and we look forward to giving them the tools and support so that they can continue...

As one of the most recognized and treasured pieces of firefighting safety equipment, the fire helmet stands as a point of pride and tradition in the fire service.  MSA Safety, Inc. launches the new MSA Cairns® 1836 Fire Helmet. In the North American fire service market, the Cairns 1836 is one of the lightest weight traditional-style fire helmets available that meets National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards. Cairns 1836 features  The Cairns 1836 features a reduced ri...

In a ground-breaking development for the fire services, Fire-Dex has become the first PPE manufacturer to offer a non-fluorinated moisture barrier option for turnout gear. The new barrier, Stedair® Clear™ from Stedfast, is the first non-fluorinated moisture barrier available to the fire services and Fire-Dex now offers it in their portfolio. NFPA 1971 test Stedair® Clear™ is the newest breakthrough in barrier technology to meet and surpass NFPA 1971 test requirements Sted...

As a longtime maintenance provider for Trafalgar Theatres at their Orchard Theatre site in Dartford, Blake Fire & Security and Cygnus’ distributor Illumino Ignis (Kent) Ltd (IIKL) were approached for a solution to a unique problem: Satisfying the stringent fire safety requirements of their new temporary venue to hold 1,091 audience members, while the main Orchard Theatre was closed due to RAAC Works. SmartNet-Pro fire detection With a very short turnaround of a week, Blake Fire &...

Evolution, the integrated security, and fire solutions business, has launched a new website as part of its brand refresh to coincide with the business’s 2024 aspirations.   The new website has received a new brighter, modern design, with striking new imagery reflecting Evolution’s expertise in a multitude of sectors and industries, including data centers, utilities, power, manufacturing, nuclear, and military and defense.   Employee-Owned Trust Evolution’...

The National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®), a global self-funded nonprofit organization devoted to eliminating death, injury, property, and economic loss due to fire, electrical, and related hazards announced the establishment of NFPA Global Solutions™. In support of the NFPA mission, NFPA Global Solutions is a fully-owned NFPA corporation that will offer compliance solutions, digital products, and advisory services that extend beyond the traditional products and servi...

Markus Kock, long-time Managing Director of both WAGNER Rail GmbH and WAGNER Deutschland GmbH, will hand over his position at WAGNER Rail entirely to Bernhard Weindl at the start of the new financial year on April 1. Bernhard Weindl moved from Knorr-Bremse SfS GmbH to the management of WAGNER Rail in October 2023; now the position is officially handed over from Markus Kock to Bernhard Weindl. After leaving the management of WAGNER Rail, Markus Kock will in future focus with full commitment on...

Preparing industry for the Building Safety Act, improving productivity, reducing carbon emissions and supporting biodiversity will be the priorities for the Construction Leadership Council in 2024. The Bi-annual Report of the Council also highlights key outcomes delivered by the Council last year, including: New competence frameworks for roles required under the Building Safety Act; The launch of a strategy to eliminate the use of diesel by much of the sector; Consulted on a biodiversity r...