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Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer joined Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings and local officials to provide an update on efforts to ensure a coordinated response to suppress the spread of COVID-19 within the community. “The reality is that we don’t know how long this is going to last or how this will impact so many aspects of our lives and livelihoods,” said Mayor Dyer. “What we do know is that our actions at this pivotal moment, both individually and collectively, can make a hu...
As the global effect of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to evolve, the CAL FIRE - Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is closing most of their public counters statewide, effective immediately. utilizing program specific processes During this unprecedented time, no State Fire Training applications (i.e. certification, instructor registration) or Fire Engineering and Investigation applications (i.e. licenses application and renewals) will be accepted in person. Fire and Life Safe...
Following the outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19) Ardent Vehicle Fire Protection wanted to reassure the clients that they are doing everything they can to reduce the risk of infection for their customers and employees. The company understands that many businesses are struggling, and they would like to do what they can to make life a little easier. They have announced that there is no change to the operation of the business and that system installation and servicing will go ahead as normal; maint...
Bronto Skylift has given out a general statement that they the company will provide customers with brief information about precautionary actions that they are taking to address risks related to the COVID-19 epidemic. They are closely following the instructions from the authorities and are doing their part in this joint battle against the virus. Preparedness team The company’s management has set up a preparedness team to monitor the development of the global COVID-19 pandemic situation on...
Johnson Controls’ Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, George R. Oliver, reaffirmed that the company is delivering 'essential products, services, and personnel' during the COVID-19 pandemic. "At times like these, it is critically important to reach out and let people know that we are here and that we continue to help hospitals, pharmacies and other essential businesses as needed to continue their operations," said Oliver. Supporting critical infrastructure in COVID-19 period Johnson Co...
Angus Fire is open for business, receiving orders, manufacturing products, and shipping to customers worldwide. However, in light of the circumstances surrounding COVID-19, Angus Fire is also taking the following measures: Angus Fire is proactively monitoring the operations and prioritizing the health and safety of the employees, customers and partners. Angus Fire is actively implementing UK government guidance within the production facilities and has increased cleanliness protocols and soc...
Euralarm has welcomed Drax Technology as new member. The company will join the Fire Section of Euralarm which activities cover the technical and political trends and taking action to guide the developments. Together with a diverse number of stakeholders in Europe, the fire section collaborates on finding solutions for current challenges as well as future challenges for fire safety in a digitized world. Drax Technology will now benefit from Euralarm’s services in terms of representat...
Comelit’s specialist fire detection systems have been specified by Avalon Technology Group at newly introduced smaller gym facilities of a leading low-cost leisure group. Standing as the pioneer of low-cost, no contract 24 / 7 gyms, the new leisure facilities in Newark, Beverly and Lowestoft, mark the introduction of ‘slimmed down’ gym concepts, to make them more accessible opportunities in smaller towns. For each facility, the electrical contractor appointed Avalon Technology...
In line with the latest Government instruction to close all educational settings due to the current Coronavirus pandemic, the FIA will be changing the way it delivers courses, exams, and CPD. From Monday 23rd March 2020, FIA has moved to deliver its training to an online platform allowing students to learn from the comfort and safety of their homes during this period of enforced self-isolation. It will be delivered live by FIA's professional instructors with the opportunity to interact through...
AGO stands for “Another Great Opportunity” – a great chance. That was probably his first thought, when the Italian, Francesco Rampichini, discovered a new adhesive in 1911. With AGO adhesive, leather could be glued to leather for the first time, which revolutionized shoe manufacturing. Of course, Rampichini's adhesive has been further developed over the decades and is now a high-tech product that is also used at HAIX's headquarters in Bavaria, Germany. Rampichini’...
A homeless man in Leighton Buzzard, helped rescue a child from a burning building. Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service were called to reports of a building fire in North Street, Leighton Buzzard. The fire originated in the first floor kitchen of a three storey terraced building and was believed to have been started by a cooking appliance. Jason Barry, a rough sleeper in Leighton Buzzard, saw the incident and rushed to assist at the scene. PCSO Rachel Carne of the Leighton Community Policing Te...
COVID-19 (Coronavirus) has impacted many businesses over the last couple of weeks and Apollo is no different. They have been closely monitoring it, evaluating the effect it has and will have, on the people, the customers and business operations. They wanted to make it clear that they are taking this situation seriously and that they have already begun to take appropriate steps to keep business operational while ensuring the safety of colleagues. Social distancing to combat COVID-19 pandemic F...
Dynatect Manufacturing, Inc. (Dynatect) manufactures components critical to many industries that have been identified by the Department of Homeland Security’s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) including but not limited to supply chain for medical, transportation, manufacturing, and agriculture. Therefore, Dynatect will continue to keep operations open to support its customers. Continuous remote operations and deliveries Dynatect is taking the outbreak of COVID-19 se...
The health, safety and wellbeing of all FAFS employees and those they come in contact with is of paramount importance. They are closely monitoring available information from Public Health England (PHE) and the World Health Organization on the Coronavirus (COVID-19) to ensure that appropriate measures are taken by all team members to mitigate the spread of the virus. FAFS confirms that their operational capacity and ability to deliver services and solutions have in no way been compr...
The worldwide spread of the corona virus is also a concern for Dräger (Drägerwerk Verwaltungs AG). They are seeing a significant increase in demand worldwide for ventilators, the corresponding accessories and personal protective equipment for especially health staff and frontline workers, along with the general global population at large. Employee safety and protection At the same time, Dräger (Drägerwerk Verwaltungs AG) stated that it is the company’s duty of care to...
COVID-19 (Coronavirus) has impacted many businesses over the last couple of weeks, and Apollo is no different. The company has been closely monitoring it, evaluating the effect it has, and will have, on their people, customers and business operations. They wanted to make it clear that they are taking this situation seriously and have already begun to take appropriate steps to keep their business operational whilst ensuring the safety of their colleagues. First, Apollo has introduced social dist...
Demand for XPander, the wireless solution from Apollo Fire Detectors Ltd., continues to grow year on year. The globally renowned fire safety solutions company said that the continued high demand of its popular wireless systems is a sign that there is growing acceptance among people in the reliability of wireless technology and solutions today. Bruce Ball, UK Sales Manager at Apollo Fire Detectors Ltd. said, “The increase in demand reflects the growing popularity of wireless systems, and g...
C-TEC is fully operational and is continuing to supply its customers in the UK and overseas. The health, safety and well-being of the workforce, as well as fulfilling customer demand, remains a top priority. Following advice provided by the UK government, regular updates on the necessary precautions to take are being communicated to all C-TEC's staff, and close monitoring of the coronavirus evolution is underway. Protocols have been stepped up throughout the company in terms of close personal...
Bristol Uniforms Ltd announced that it is offering a new selection of stock styles Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for structural firefighting. Immediately available, these ready-made garments can be personalized by adding a heat-sealed patch to the back of each coat, a name to the front, and a name to each trouser. Stock PPE for Structural Firefighting Bristol Uniforms provides a choice of three Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) stock styles that are currently av...
The FIA Export Council and all of ‘FIA Exporters’ are aware that they work closely with the Department for International Trade [DIT] and its Defence and Security Organisation [DSO], in respect of promoting the fire sector’s export interests overseas. The FIA is writing to highlight the opportunities for industry sector specialists to work within DIT DSO on time-limited projects to support UK exports. As part of the new 2019 Security Export Strategy, DIT DSO are seeking support...
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer joined Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings and local officials to provide an update on efforts to ensure a coordinated response to suppress the spread of COVID-19 within the community. “Each day, and seemingly every hour, we’re making difficult decisions as a city government that we are not taking lightly,” said Mayor Dyer. “Every decision that impacts our residents and businesses is being made in an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19.”...
As an operational organization, one is making an important contribution to coping with the current situation. No matter whether fire brigade, police, rescue or any other emergency organization: all are all doing important and outstanding work. Rosenbauer wants to support all in this as best they can, so the company is making their digital system solutions EMEREC, corresponding software solutions for the coordination and organization of operational activities, available to users. The licenses pr...
Due to the unstable situation in the world and especially in Europe with regards to the coronavirus pandemic, Börger GmbH gave out a company statement for customers stating it has already taken measures to protect the health and safety of employees and everyone who visits the company’s offices. Ensuring employees’ safety The statement further read, as an employer, the company takes responsibility for its employees and partners. Therefore, Börger GmbH has decided to cancel...
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer provided an update on the City of Orlando’s efforts to combat COVID-19 and limit the spread of the virus. “For us to flatten the curve in our community, each of us must make real sacrifices and take drastic measures to help prevent the spread of this virus, in an effort to save the lives of our friends, family members and neighbors,” said Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer. “That’s why I’m asking our residents to practice social distancing and...
International Fire Suppression Alliance, Ltd. (IFSA) recognized that the emergence of the COVID-19 virus spread, declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization (WHO), has resulted in the postponement or cancellation of virtually all industry events over the next few months, as countries struggle to contain it. Fire Industry events cancelled The list of international events and trade shows cancelled and postponed includes: 17-18 March 2020 - ABSpk conference in Sao Paulo –...
In line with Checkmate’s continued growth and development, a series of planned changes took place in the senior leadership team, beginning with the appointment of John Lewthwaite as Chief Executive Officer, and Peter Rudge as Chief Financial Officer. John Lewthwaite’s Knowledge And Achievements With former CEO, Mark Williams, transitioning into the role of executive director, John has over 3 decades of experience as a senior business leader within the construction industry. Demons...
Due to the current situation and the further spread of the corona virus, Messe Hannover has decided, after consulting representatives of the industry, to postpone Interschutz to June 2021. The new date for the fair is set for June 14 to June 19, 2021. As exhibitors, Ziegler feels it is the only right decision in view of the situation. The people who would have come to Interschutz in June under normal conditions are precisely those who are important in the current crisis situation surrounding th...
On March 3, 2020, ZIEGLER Brandweertechniek B.V. signed a contract for the delivery of five RW Crane to the security region of Midden en West Brabant. These vehicles will be delivered between 2020 and 2021 to the fire departments at Breda, Roosendaal, Bergen op Zoom, Raamsdonksveer and Tilburg. The vehicles will be built on a Volvo FH chassis, type 460 High 6x2, equipped with X-Track.
AQUASYS assures customers, suppliers and business partners that the company will continue to live up to role as a responsible Austrian business even during the corona virus pandemic. AQUASYS would be supporting the containment of the corona virus. For this reason, the employees have been instructed last week to work from home via home office and to use the possibilities of digital & interactive equipment to hold internal and external appointments & meetings exclusively "in virtual space...
IFEDA (Independent Fire Engineering & Distributors Association) releases statement informing that it has postponed all training courses until at least 1st June. "With yesterday’s public health announcements in mind I am sure you will appreciate that IFEDA has no option but to postpone all training courses until at least 1st June. A full refund will be offered to all who have paid, or you may wish to have your candidate moved to a later course when we can confirm dates, please let us k...
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