Peru Fire Industry News

The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce recently honored Gilbert Fire and Rescue Chief - Rob Duggan at their 2024 Annual Awards Luncheon. The event celebrates the accomplishments of community leaders and volunteers. Finalists and award recipients are nominated by members of the local business community. Chief Duggan received the 2024 Gilbert Leadership Alumni Award for representing the highest level of dedication to the program’s values and to the community. The Gilbert Leadership Steering Commit...

As a prestigious apartment development, Britannic Park has entrusted IPL Maintenance Services, an Amthal Group Company, with the critical task of ensuring compliance with their fire safety systems. Based in the heart of Moseley, Birmingham, the apartments are spread over three blocks, with facilities available to all the residents, including an indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, steam room, gym, and concierge service. IPL scope of work The IPL scope of work includes monthly visual inspection...

Seagrave is excited to announce that effective this date, New Jersey will now be represented by two existing Seagrave dealers for Sales, Service and Parts in addition to their factory service facility in East Brunswick. Hudson Valley Fire Equipment, LLC is located in Putnam County, New York, Hudson Valley Fire Equipment, LLC (HVFE) is a company that offers a variety of services to help users enhance the purchase, construction, and delivery of the new emergency vehicle. Providing sales and main...

Summer brings outdoor adventures, water activities, and barbecues, but it also can bring danger to firefighters, who exert themselves in heavy gear and high temperatures. To help prevent firefighter dehydration and heat-related injuries, especially during long incidents and wildfire response, DripDrop Hydration, PBC, has partnered with the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) for the fifth year to donate 200,000 sticks of electrolyte drink mix to volunteer fire departments. DripDrop DripDro...

Three industry heavyweights have joined the senior team at Miller Knight, one of the fastest-growing construction companies in the East Midlands.  Previously long-serving Senior Directors at Derbyshire-headquartered G F Tomlinson, Chris Flint, Andrew Foster, and Jamie Braybrook, have moved across to Miller Knight to add significant strength and expertise to its structure. The trio will boost Miller Knight’s market share with ambitious plans to sustainably expand its service offerin...

On Thursday, June 20th, the New Hampshire factory buzzed with excitement as they welcomed racing sensation Jesse Love and the RCR crew. The air was steamy with summer heat, but the enthusiasm of the day overshadowed the rising temperatures. Jesse and his Crew Chief, Danny Stockman, embarked on an immersive tour of their innovative manufacturing facility, where they observed the craftsmanship that goes into each of the products. The skilled team of workers shared their expertise, revealing the s...

A heat warning is in effect for Great Victoria. Environment and Climate Change Canada is predicting daytime temperatures in the low 30s, with overnight lows near 16 C. There are 13 misting/water bottle filling stations, drinking fountains and places to stay cool located throughout the city. Residents can take steps to reduce the risk of heat-related illness by drinking more fluids regardless of their activity level, and by not waiting until they are thirsty to have a drink. Avoid liquids t...

Angus Fire has launched a campaign to support businesses looking to make the transition to fluorine-free foams. It has created a simple three-step process to help facilities respond to new legislation and regulations surrounding the use of fluorinated chemicals. F3 Transition seminar Working with a global client base and distributor network, Angus Fire recently hosted an F3 Transition seminar to support the fire sector as it goes through this period of significant change. Nick Bark...

Frinton and Dunmow Fire Stations have become new response posts for the East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust (EEAST) as part of an ongoing collaboration project with Essex County Fire and Rescue Service (ECFRS). The three-year project which has already gone live, will see the Ambulance Service using fire service stations as response posts. benefit to emergency services This partnership will bring resources closer to local communities as well as benefit the staff of both emergency servi...

A Suffolk fire station is to celebrate its 70th anniversary with a family fun day and a fundraising ball in aid of the Fire Fighters Charity. Classic fire vehicles, demonstrations, a miniature railway, and face painting will be among the attractions at Clare Castle Country Park to mark the opening of the town’s fire station in 1954. Clare Fireball The fun day will be followed in the evening with the Clare Fireball at Clare Town Hall, which will feature live music and a fire fancy dress...

Both BAFE and FireQual are deeply saddened by the death of Jonathan O’Neill OBE, Managing Director of the Fire Protection Association (FPA). Jonathan has been such an influential person in the advancement of competence within the fire protection sector. His career and dedication are testament to his character, with a level of integrity that is hard to match. In 2017, as many will already be aware, Jonathan was awarded an OBE for services to fire safety. While extremely prestigious, this o...

There’s a chance users will have come across these at least once in their life, at the bakery, butchery, or perhaps local supermarket, but never given it much thought until now. PVC curtains are versatile and durable, typically used to separate different areas. These can be used anywhere users see fit. Let’s look at the top 7 benefits of using PVC Strip Curtains: Energy Efficiency and Temperature Control These curtains work as a barrier to help maintain a consistent, desired...

Advanced, a pioneer in fire safety solutions is proud to announce that it has been named ‘Fire Safety Manufacturer of the Year’ and ‘ESG Company of the Year (Turnover over £10M)’ at the 2024 Fire & Security Matters Awards (FSM Awards). These awards underscore Advanced’s unwavering commitment to fire safety innovation and sustainable business practices. AdvancedLive The judges commended Advanced for its “ground-breaking platform [AdvancedLive] and...

Sentinel Capital Partners has completed the acquisition of the industrial fire business from Carrier Global Corporation, creating Spectrum Safety Solutions, a new standalone platform, which includes Autronica, a major worldwide innovator, manufacturer and supplier of fire and gas safety systems. Sentinel Capital Partners is a New York-based major private equity firm, which invests in promising midmarket companies and has an established record of helping industrial businesses grow and thrive. S...

Amerex Fire International Ltd has announced it is rebranding as AFIL, reflecting its acquisition by Ranger Fire and Security earlier in 2024. AFIL is an extinguisher, vehicle, and kitchen suppression service provider that has national coverage, with long-standing relationships with key fire extinguisher distributors and service providers.  Its acquisition by Ranger was part of a wider range of acquisitions in the fire and security sector, as Ranger brings together best-in-class busine...

Amerex Fire International Ltd has announced it is rebranding as AFIL, reflecting its acquisition by Ranger Fire and Security earlier this year. AFIL is an extinguisher, vehicle and kitchen suppression service provider that has national coverage, with long-standing relationships with key fire extinguisher distributors and service providers.  Range of acquisitions Its acquisition by Ranger was part of a wider range of acquisitions in the fire and security sector, as Ranger b...

In the world of firefighting, knowledge and tactics are always evolving, and the importance of staying informed cannot be overstated. The task of ventilation (horizontal and vertical) in residential structures has seen significant advancements through extensive research conducted by the UL Fire Safety Research Institute (FSRI). This research has shed light on the intricacies of ventilation and its profound impact on fire dynamics. While the core task of ventilation remains largely unchanged, th...

In the ever-changing landscape of transportation, electric vehicles (EVs) signify a shift toward innovative progress. However, this innovation brings its own set of challenges, especially concerning EV fires. Firefighters confront a unique and multifaceted challenge when dealing with EV incidents. The Rules of Engagement for Electric Vehicle Battery Fires Training Minutes: Electric Vehicle Hazards EV Size-Up and Thermal Runaway: Lucid Air Firefighting efforts This article explores the c...

The Idaho Falls Fire Department reminds residents to only use legal fireworks in a safe manner after responding to a vegetation fire in Bonneville County Thursday night. Around 10:24 p.m., multiple people began calling 911 to report a fire burning in vegetation near Power House Drive. Some callers reported that the wind was pushing the fire toward multiple homes. Multiple water tenders Four fire engines were dispatched to protect structures, and multiple brush trucks were used to begin putti...

The Supervisory Board of Lenzing Group, a supplier of regenerated cellulose fibers for the textile and nonwovens industries, has appointed Rohit Aggarwal as a new member of the Management Board of Lenzing Group. He will assume responsibility for the fiber division during the third quarter. After the departure of Stephan Sielaff, Aggarwal will take over the position of CEO of Lenzing Group. Rohit Aggarwal is a strategic business economist and pioneer in the industry with several decades of exper...

Wallington firefighter, and long-term boxing enthusiast, Charlie Beatt (44), has won an award for his dedicated voluntary work as a coach with the London Fire Brigade’s boxing club. Charlie has been named Merton Partnership Civic Pride Volunteer for 2024, in recognition of the positive impact he’s had on young people who have attended his boxing sessions. Every young boxer participating in the 10-week training program is put through their paces under Charlie’s watchful eye and...

BK Technologies Corporation (the ‘Company’, ‘BK Technologies’) has announced that Ellen O. O’Hara was elected to the Board of Directors by the Company’s stockholders at the 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders on June 20, 2024. Ms. O’Hara has enjoyed a distinguished career in the mobile communications industry with more than 40 years’ experience across diverse operational roles and in senior leadership positions of increasing scope and responsibili...

The new Welcome Center of Rosenbauer Karlsruhe in Germany can already be seen from far away in the city and from the busy highway that runs through Karlsruhe. At night, the striking Rosenbauer lettering now sparkles above the rooftops of Karlsruhe. Over the last 15 years, Rosenbauer aerial ladders and hydraulic platforms have become the technological and market leader in the industry. The innovations, which are important aids for fire departments in their daily work, have made the equipment fro...

Amthal has extended its service to become an internationally trusted provider of fire protection solutions, working closely with key clients in the Oil & Gas, Data Center, Petroleum, Energy, and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) sectors.  The UK-based fire safety and security specialist has recently completed the first of three fire & suppression pump packages for an energy project in the Middle East. The program of works involved the installation and commissioning of fire prote...

CIC is pleased to announce the appointment of Mina Hasman as the new Chair of the CIC Climate Change Committee. Mina, who has been serving as the Deputy Chair of the committee, succeeds Stephen Hodder MBE, who has commendably led the committee since its inception. Mina Hasman Mina Hasman, Sustainability Director at Skidmore, Owings, and Merrill (SOM), brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to sustainability and climate action. In her role at SOM, the global architecture and eng...

Rosenbauer introduces the RTE FX 750, a new hollow jet nozzle designed for high flow rates, complementing the previously released RTE FX 400/475 and RTE FX 230/235 products. This completes the high-end RTE FX series, offering nozzles with flow rates ranging from 40 to 750 l/min, suitable for every firefighting scenario. These nozzles are consistently operable, optimized for long throw distances, and built to withstand extreme conditions due to their robust construction and materials. Ideal for...

A second life for the LF 8 of the Steiff plant fire department: With the upcoming dissolution of the plant fire department of the traditional Giengen-based company - Steiff, those responsible had to make a decision about the future whereabouts of the fire engine that Steiff purchased from ZIEGLER in 1963. Originally used by ZIEGLER as a demonstration vehicle, the firefighting vehicle was handed over to the Steiff plant fire department in March 1963 and has represented a significant part of the...

Rosenbauer focuses on reliable functionality, a long service life, and also the safety of vehicles and equipment. Rosenbauer Customer Service makes sure of that. Its services are based on a great deal of experience, strict adherence to maintenance regulations and intervals, as well as the exclusive use of high-quality original parts. Requirements change. Upgrading equipment on existing vehicles allows users to handle new challenges. Rosenbauer is also a competent partner in this area, retrofitt...

TTI, Inc. is pleased to announce an exceptional specialist team member has been recognized by connector supplier - Harwin for contributions and outstanding performance during 2023. Gia Hayes, Vice President - Mil-Aero Segment, received Harwin’s distinguished 5-star award honoring her pivotal leadership role and outstanding performance in supporting and furthering Harwin’s connector growth in North America and around the globe. Series of awards presented annually by Harwin The seri...

Joan Leedy, Technical Director and Grant Lobdell, President of Dyne Fire Protection Labs were recently featured on The Fire Protection Podcast! During the podcast episode, their team had the opportunity to discuss the role of sprinkler heads, antifreeze, and foam testing and how they stand in 2024 with Co-Founder and CSO of Inspect Point, Drew Slocum, and share insights into the innovative solutions they are bringing to the fire protection industry. They believe this collaboration has allowed t...