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Oshkosh Airport Products, LLC, an Oshkosh Corporation Company, announced the Yellowknife Airport (YZF), located in Canada’s Northwest Territories, has taken delivery of an Oshkosh Airport Products Striker 6x6 ARFF vehicle. Sold through dealer Commercial Emergency Equipment Co. and delivered in late December 2021, the new ARFF truck will support the completion of a fleet renewal for emergency services at the Yellowknife Airport. Post-delivery inspection and extensive training have begun...

Cummins Inc. Chairman and CEO Tom Linebarger were in Washington, D.C. speaking at a White House event focused on the Build Back Better Act. He joined President Joe Biden and several other business CEOs. Linebarger was one of three CEOs to have a speaking role during the formal press portion.  During his public and private discussions with President Biden and the other business leaders, Linebarger voiced his support for advancing the Build Back Better Act because of its provisions that addr...

A team from West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service joined together with partners to help train new National Ambulance Resilience Unit (NARU) technicians last week. The multi-agency training exercise, held at the Fire Service College in Gloucestershire, was part of a training course for new Hazardous Area Response Team (HART) technicians, to increase response resilience in the event of an emergency. Urban Search and Rescue Team A group of 11 staff from West Yorkshire’s Urban Search and...

A team from West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service joined together with partners to help train new National Ambulance Resilience Unit (NARU) technicians. The multi-agency training exercise, held at the Fire Service College in Gloucestershire, was part of a training course for new Hazardous Area Response Team (HART) technicians, to increase response resilience in the event of an emergency. Resilience training with USAR exercise A group of 11 staff from West Yorkshire’s Urban Search and...

Johnson Controls, the globally renowned company for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, has announced the launch of the Tyco Series LFII Residential 4.9 K-factor Lead-Free for 13D Sprinkler. Concealed pendent sprinkler The concealed pendent sprinkler is manufactured with a polymeric material that carries anti-heat and anti-corrosion properties, making it ideal for long-lasting dependable fire protection in residential occupancies. It is the first fire sprinkler to be certified to ANSI/...

True North Gear knows a worker's job is one of the toughest. That’s why it takes time to develop, research, and test the products before they sell them. They design products with workers in mind. That is no different with its new High Line™ Pant. One of the trial wearers provided a little snippet of his experience, " A few things stood out about the pants. They are roomy, comfy, you don't feel bound up, a lot of room to breathe, and they're cool on a hot day." The High Line&t...

More than a one-time item, The Shield™ Jacket has initially introduced nearly eight years ago as the first rain-resistant, stretch FR softshell garment. It's crafted for utility and industrial safety workers and built for colder climates. The Shield™ Jacket went through several design iterations and an upgrade to the fabric. While the initial version of the Shield jacket was prevalent, DragonWear received a lot of positive feedback and suggestions on how to make the jacket even...

The High Line™ Shirt is DragonWear's first fire-resistant button-down FR shirt created for utility and industrial safety workers. The newest addition to the High Line™ collection is now available. Fabric specification Designed for a modern fit that provides optimal performance and comfort for easy movement when on the job, and style. Made in the USA, The High Line Shirt is made of Tecasafe, a Tri-fiber FR blend, from Tencate. This Tri-Fiber FR blend offers a synergistic offeri...

Trinity Fire & Security Systems announces that it has been appointed as an Authorised Tyco distributor for the Ansul R-102 Restaurant Fire Suppression System. Ansul R-102, Restaurant Suppression System The need to provide continuity in a commercial kitchen is key to the survival of the business, which is why Trinity offers the class-pioneering Ansul R-102, Restaurant Suppression System to stop fires rapidly, at the source. With more 3rd party accreditations under UL-300 and LPS-1223, than...

When a fire develops past the point that a portable extinguisher can cope, and where a fixed fire suppression system is not installed, Trinity’s Fire Suppression Tool (FST) can be effectively deployed by hand in a matter of seconds within an enclosed environment. Simply activated by removing the safety device and pulling the electronic activator, the user has eight seconds to deploy the unit before it becomes active to nullify the fire condition. Fire Suppression Tool The FST is effecti...

Preparations to re-start the world’s leading trade fair for the fire-fighting, rescue, and emergency services, civil protection, safety, and security are well underway. INTERSCHUTZ will take place from 22-25 June 2022 as a live physical event and, for the first time, will be supplemented by an online component, thus considerably extending its outreach. The core of the event will remain the face-to-face interaction between exhibitors and visitors from every sector, in...

Industry-certified processes, stringent quality control, dedicated workforce skills, and the latest productiontechnologies underpin manufacturing excellence at Teledyne Gas & Flame Detection. Comprising the Teledyne Oldham Simtronics, Teledyne Gas Measurement Instruments and Teledyne Detcon brands, the company’s meticulously designed and controlled production operations help impart its core product attribute: safety. gas and flame detection solutions Robust and quality-centric manuf...

BAFSA has received a belated report of a Sprinkler Save which occurred on 24th November 2021. London Fire Brigade has reported a sprinkler actuation of the Ilford Academy’s sprinkler system following a fire in a waste bin located in a changing room. One concealed sprinkler head operated suppressing, extinguished the fire preventing the fire from spreading from the room of origin. Total property area damaged by fire estimated to be under 5 square meters. The cause of the fire is under inve...

A care home business run by private health and care provider - BUPA has been ordered to pay more than £1 million after a resident died in a fire, while smoking at one of its care homes. In what is thought to be the largest ever fine for fire safety breaches in the UK, BUPA Care Services (ANS) Ltd was fined £937,500 and ordered to pay £104,000 costs at Southwark Crown Court on 5 January. Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order London Fire Brigade brought the prosecution under t...

A residential structure fire was reported on E Barrett Way, Big Bear City, at approximately 9:03 a.m., on Thursday, January 20, 2022. Upon arrival, fire crews observed a multi-unit residence with smoke and flames showing from the exterior.  Successful extinguish  Crews immediately went into offensive fire attack mode and successfully extinguished the fire within minutes. The occupants of the residence self-evacuated prior to the fire department's arrival. The structure fire require...

A report published reveals inspectors were left ‘impressed’ with how Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) had responded to the Covid-19 pandemic so far. Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabularies and Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS) was commissioned at the end of last year by the Home Secretary to inspect all fire and rescue services in the country to see how the sector was responding to the pandemic. The inspection team visited CFRS and published its findings al...

Cases of arson are still commonplace in the construction industry and are widely believed to be the number one cause of on-site fires. An ongoing problem requires a proactive defense mechanism, as John Tyrer, Sales Director at wireless solutions firm Ramtech North America, explains. Causes of arson Irreplaceable heritage buildings lost, costs that go through the roof, and progress that cannot be recovered, the effects of arson are vast and uniquely upsetting. But these are concerns consi...

In 2021, Optimum experienced another year of uncertainty within the construction industry. With both COVID and Brexit exacerbating material availability and putting unprecedented strain on the supply chain. However, Optimum is delighted to have navigated through the turbulence of 2021 and ended the year on a high, and are very proud to announce that the Optimum Fire Stopping team won Best Installation Project of the Year for their contribution to The Grange University Hospital (SCCC) project in...

Börger GmbH has been awarded the “Systematic safety” seal of approval by the German Social Accident Insurance Institution (BGHM). Previously, the BGHM checked our occupational safety system very thoroughly. The “Systematic safety” seal of approval confirms that our company fulfills the requirements of systematic and effective occupational health and safety and provides a safe working environment for its employees.

As one of the industry’s leading trade events, it was great to have Intersec back on the tradeshow calendar and it was even more pleasing to see the show supported by many exhibitors and visitors. The DT team took up their usual space in Hall 4 and was supported by distribution partners for the Middle East – Novus Fire & Security. Throughout the three days, the DT stand welcomed more than 200 people and hosted numerous meetings with customers and local authorities, it was grea...

Eurotech is proud to introduce the latest in fire alarm technology, the world’s first fully touch screen, EN54 certified fire alarm panel. Launched to the industry immediately, the Toccare touch screen intelligent fire alarm panel is the first truly aesthetically designed fire alarm panel developed to slip seamlessly into high-end, exclusive surroundings. The Toccare range of fire alarm panels sit unimposingly in design-led apartment buildings, prestigious hotels, and high-end office buil...

This new range of high-performance wireless detection, control, and alarm devices is based on a new protocol that offers exceptional capabilities, quality, and reliability. Combined with the user-friendly survey, install, commissioning and maintenance software, the Sygno-fi range revolutionizes the wireless fire systems market. The Sygno-fi wireless platform is suitable for both small-medium or large sites, with the capability to handle up to 128 devices per wireless translator and 240 per hybr...

A group of Cambridgeshire firefighters are taking on a grueling challenge, used as part of the SAS selection process, to raise money for charity. The group of six firefighters from across the county will be taking on The Fan Dance, a physically demanding 24-kilometer trek over Pen y Fan, the highest mountain in the Brecon Beacons. They are due to take on the challenge on Saturday, January 29. First major indicator Firefighter Jon Yarnold, the organizer of the challenge, said: “We have c...

Eurotech partners with Veritas to offer fire risk assessment support and fire strategy planning for client sites. Veritas provides full third-party certified support under the BAFE SP205 certification scheme to ensure the very best advice and support is provided for all elements of the assessment and any subsequent works that may be required. In the period since the publication of the Hackitt report post the Grenfell fire, the expectations of the assessment as the prima-face document on which a...

The festive season is in full swing and everyone is feeling very merry. The decorations are out and the Christmas trees are up, but did users know that decorations and Christmas trees are a massive fire risk? No one wants their Christmas ruined by a fire caused by a Christmas tree or decorations. Make sure users are being wise and taking fire safety precautions this season to stay safe. Tips for fire safety this season Take these precautions over Christmas and new years to stay safe from...

Whilst Eurotech Fire Systems has been supplying fire alarm systems manufactured by Apollo Fire Detectors for many years, it affirms its position on Apollo’s Partner Network. Apollo specializes in the design and manufacture of high-quality fire detection solutions that protect people from fire in over 100 countries around the world. With over 40 years of experience, they are one of the pioneering manufacturers of life and fire safety detectors and interfaces. In 2009, Apollo was award...

Business owners have a responsibility to make sure that all of their employees are safe in the workplace and this means preparing them for a fire emergency. No one expects to have to deal with a fire at work but it is best to be prepared and to understand what to do in the event. This can be quite simple and easy to do and shouldn’t take long to understand. How to prepare the employees? Make sure that users have an emergency action plan for the event of a fire. This plan should con...

The festive season is here, and the feeling is uplifted again from what seemed to have been an exhaustingly long and confusing year. Christmas trees are sitting pretty with colorful decorations, and the lights are flickering with joy. It comes as no surprise that the mixture of trees, decorations, and lighting is a big fire risk. No one wants a Christmas ruined by flames, so here are our top tips to staying safe from fire: 1. Check for a British Standard Safety Sign on Christmas lights The Br...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, introduces the Tyco Model ES-1 and ES-2 Sprinkler Shields for the protection of in-rack early suppression fast response (ESFR) sprinklers in storage facilities and warehouses. The all-metal shields work to protect sprinkler elements from cold soldering, which occurs when cascading water from ceiling-mounted and high-mounted in-rack sprinklers cool down and inhibits the operation of in-rack sprinklers mounte...

The fire that broke out at the Houses of Parliament in central Cape Town on 2 January 2022 has again raised the issue of protecting heritage structures and other buildings containing priceless artifacts or documents from fire risk. The fire is believed to have started on the third floor of the National Council of Provinces building before spreading to the office space and gymnasium and then the National Assembly building, which was completely gutted. Houses of Parliament The Houses of Parliam...