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Leading up to the bike season, there have been several mentions of the Twiceme x POC helmet Ventral Air SPIN NFC by several magazines. The Twiceme function that allows vital personal information to be accessed through the Twiceme smartphone app has been highly appreciated. Moving into the cycling industry, the Twiceme brand and technology will spread further and in turn lead to more products, brands, and product segments safer during training Twiceme is entering the biking segment together wi...

Stockholm is currently working toward the goal that, by 2030, 20% of daily commuters will ride their bikes to work. For the capital of Sweden to accomplish this mission within the next decade, there are some issues regarding road and traffic safety that must be addressed. A Game Changer in the Bike Lane Twiceme is aware of the safety issues for daily bike commuters and has released the pioneering bicycle helmet Ventral Air MIPS NFC with the world-renowned equipment producer, POC Sports. The...

Winter is here, and the icy, freezing temperatures in Maryland can harm the pipes, especially the fire sprinkler system. Maintaining sprinkler systems in the winter protects property and people. As the temperature may drop very low during the winter season in many parts of the region, the fire sprinkler system’s pipes might freeze. Here are some pointers for maintaining sprinkler systems in the winter. Maintaining Wet Sprinklers A wet sprinkler system includes a network of pipes an...

The WAGNER Group, headquartered in Langenhagen (Germany), has been developing and implementing holistic fire protection solutions for a wide range of industries and applications for decades. As part of its strategic internationalization, WAGNER has now established a new national subsidiary in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The background to the decision to establish a subsidiary in the EMEA economic area is to be able to optimally support both existing and new projects with a local pres...

There are many pre-requisites when it comes to gas detection, not least maximum flexibility, increased performance, and minimal installation costs. Add in modern expectations such as smart features and the ability to detect explosive, toxic, or asphyxiant gases, and the list of potential solutions soon becomes short. Prominent among the choices, however, is the proven and increasingly popular iTrans 2 fixed gas detector from Teledyne Gas & Flame Detection. iTrans 2 Offering smart sensor c...

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) is pleased to announce two new speakers have been added to the agenda for the 2024 NVFC Training Summit. The NVFC’s signature conference, taking place June 21-22 in Buffalo, NY, provides an opportunity for firefighters and EMS providers to participate in valuable classroom training, idea sharing, and networking. Joining the prestigious line-up are Jan Spence, CSP, who will present on leading and engaging volunteers, and Chief Keith Drabick, who...

The FCF Fire & Electrical Sunshine Coast a licensed QBCC Exit and Emergency Lighting Certifier and licensed Electrical Contractors. FCF stands as a beacon for the meticulous implementation of Exit and Emergency Lighting standards. The significance of these lighting systems in ensuring the safe evacuation of buildings cannot be overstated.  Need for a tailored approach As buildings evolve in class, type, and layout, the need for a tailored approach to Exit and Emergency Lighting...

The WAGNER Group, with headquarters in Langenhagen near Hanover, has been developing and implementing holistic fire protection solutions for a wide range of industries and areas of application for decades. As part of its strategic internationalization, WAGNER has founded a new national company for the United Arab Emirates in Dubai. The reason for the decision to establish a subsidiary in the EMEA economic area is to be able to optimally support both existing and new projects with a lo...

Universal Fire And Security have recently completed the upgrade of the fire alarm system in Windsor House Plymouth of Plymouth City Council. The existing fire alarm system of the 6 storey building needed upgrading to L2 requirements and Universal chose to use the Quatro networkable addressable system. Networkable addressable system Universal were tasked with ensuring the fire alarm system was operational whilst at the same time carrying out phased upgrading throughout the building. Mark Gi...

Twiceme's mission is to empower all bystanders to become helpers through the awareness and adaptation of HTH (Help The Helpers) technology. Why Twiceme exist? Helplessness is a dark and terrible state of mind. It goes against everything Twiceme is hardwired to do. From an early age, Twiceme is a natural helper, brave problem solver, and big-hearted empath. It was through witnessing helplessness on the battlefield that a pact was struck between friends. A promise to turn the helpless into helpe...

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) is seeking qualified individuals with backgrounds in wildfire mitigation, safety, and instruction to join a new corps of qualified instructors, in order to help teach the Wildland Fire Assessment Program (WFAP) curriculum and advocate for mitigation and safety in wildfire-prone regions across the U.S. NVFC’s Wildland Fire Assessment Program Advocate Network NVFC is looking for a variety of folks from across different topographies NVFC is lookin...

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) has launched an online, searchable directory of behavioral health professionals ready and able to help firefighters, EMS providers, rescue workers, and their families. This new tool replaces the previous PDF directory and will make it easier for responders and their families to find the assistance they need. Emergency responders face unique challenges that can have a significant impact on their mental wellbeing, and it is important that they have acces...

Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service plans to increase its share of council tax by 2.99% from April 2024. For a Band D property, this is an annual increase of £2.34, totaling £82.26 per year or £1.58 a week. fire and rescue service Chair of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Fire Authority Chair Councilor Edna Murphy continued: “We know the cost of living crisis is still impacting many local families and we don’t make decisions lightly to increase our proporti...

Oshkosh Airport Products, a division of Pierce Manufacturing Inc., a subsidiary of Oshkosh Corporation, announces the delivery of two state-of-the-art Oshkosh Striker® 4x4 and one Striker 6x6 Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) vehicles to Tulum International Airport in Quintana Roo, Mexico. This delivery marks a significant step in enhancing the airport's emergency response capabilities following its opening in December 2023. Aviation modernization The new Tulum International Airpor...

MSA Safety, Inc. marked the grand opening this week of a new Manufacturing Operations Center in Chelalate, Morocco. Celebrated with an official ribbon-cutting event, the company’s newly constructed and larger facility will be home to the production of a variety of general personal protective equipment (PPE) product lines.  The new facility will also position MSA to better meet the growing demand for MSA safety products in the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region. MSA Sa...

The City of Victoria is opening an overnight emergency warming center to support the Province’s extreme weather response to snow reported in the forecast. A warming center will be open from 8:30 p.m. to 8 a.m. Wednesday morning at the Victoria Curling Club, at 1952 Quadra Street. City warming centers are opened when the extreme weather response and exposure risks are active, and primary shelters and warming centers are at capacity.

Asia Pacific Maritime (APM), the largest meeting place in Southeast Asia for the global maritime value chain, will return for its 18th installment in Singapore from 13 to 15 March 2024 at the Marina Bay Sands.  The premier exhibition and conference is expected to bring together more than 14,000 shipowners, shipyards, ship management, and technical procurers to meet over 1,400 solutions providers.  Solutions and services “For the past few months, we have been reconnecting with...

CNF Nanjing International Fire Protection Exhibition has become one of the most influential and authoritative brand exhibitions in China's fire protection industry, due to its strong brand influence, highly professional organization, large exhibition group, rich exhibition categories, diversified display methods, and convenient and efficient service concept.  The previous CNF Yangtze River Delta International Fire Industry Expo has gathered over 900 high-quality exhibitors from 9 countries...

LifeSafe, a fire safety technology business with innovative fire extinguishing fluids and fire safety products, announces the signing of a distribution agreement for the supply of its Thermal Runaway Fluid to Lingjack Fire and Life Saving PTY, a substantial Asian fire safety business located in Singapore. distribution agreement The distribution agreement represents a major growth opportunity for the Company, providing a new and incremental revenue opportunity, as well as expansion into a signi...

A type of fire-protection paint, an intumescent paint, is known for its passive role in reacting to high temperatures. When heated, the coating will broaden and form a char-like layer, which will shield steel structures from the flames for a predetermined time. The aim of passive fire safeguarding and fortifying structural steel is to provide those inside the building an opportunity to evacuate. Steel is an incredibly durable and multifaceted building material, however, it starts to lose its ri...

The City is opening an emergency warming center to support the Province’s extreme weather response to freezing temperatures in Victoria. warming center A warming center is open at the Cook Street Village Activity Centre, 380 Cook Street. Daytime hours: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Overnight hours: 9 p.m.-8 a.m. The City’s warming center will remain open while the extreme weather response and exposure risks are active, and primary shelters and warming centers are at capacity.

Frontline Communications, a division of Pierce Manufacturing, Inc., and a subsidiary of Oshkosh Corporation, announced the delivery of a C-44X-4 mobile command vehicle to the St. Petersburg Police Department in Florida, USA. Sold through Pierce and Frontline Communications dealer, Ten-8 Fire and Safety, the highly customized and advanced mobile command vehicle will enhance public safety operations in one of Florida’s most densely populated counties. C-44X-4 mobile command vehicle deliver...

Kochek Company, LLC has introduced two new hose product lines: the Premium Attack hose line and the Standard Attack hose line. These hose lines provide better and best options for double jacket, single jacket, and rubber-covered attack hoses. They can assemble the right hose, with the best quality Kochek connections, to meet the department’s specific needs. Premium hose Premium - Comes in a selection of sizes, colors, and couplings. Premium polyester jacket attack hose is made in the US...

When soaking up the glorious sunshine on the laid-back shores of the Sunshine Coast, it's easy to get swept away by the beauty around. But in this coastal paradise, safety takes center stage. FCF is diving into the world of fire safety, specifically honing in on the vital aspect of Fire Extinguisher Testing and Maintenance.  When people are surrounded by the stunning landscapes of the Sunny Coast, they want to make sure they have a solid plan to keep both the scenery and the community...

Implementing new PPE in an organization can be a time-consuming process, involving several factors to take into account.  In this guide, important considerations when it comes to Twiceme and how using equipment containing the technology can aid in enhancing safety at the construction site are discussed. And result in thousands of dollars saved over its lifetime. Twiceme starts with some important considerations to take when deciding on equipment for the site.  Then move on to disc...

When it comes to skiing, safety should always be a top priority. Whether the user is an amateur skier or a professional racer, protecting the head is non-negotiable. That's where the Salomon S/RACE SL helmet comes into play, offering a fusion of cutting-edge technology, advanced design, and a strong focus on safety and performance. EPS 4D technology Exploring the exceptional features of this helmet, which includes the groundbreaking EPS 4D technology for superior energy absorption, and Twicem...

Livingstone Academy Bournemouth is a brand-new all-through school that combines excellent education with an innovative skills development program, ensuring students from the ages of 4 to 18 have the skills and qualifications they need to succeed in modern life. The school has over 1800 occupants including students and staff and covers four stories of brand-new purpose-built facilities alongside historical buildings. This unique setting also includes a magistrates and coroners court, which will...

The high-reach extendable turret, also known as the HRET in the firefighting industry, provides ARFF firefighters with countless benefits to enhance any aircraft rescue and emergency response experience on the runway.   With its proprietary Oshkosh® Snozzle® HRET, Oshkosh Airport Products is aware of the advantages of an HRET on aircraft rescue and firefighting (ARFF) vehicles, and we wanted to share the top four with the user. 1. The HRET Can Pierce an Aircraft Fuselage Dur...

Fire-rated wall assemblies form an important integral component of a fire safety system when it comes to protecting people in the workplace, commercial, or residential buildings. In this article, they will go into some detail regarding firewalls and the other components of the passive fire system, and why it is essential to contact a fireproofing contractor for inspecting and maintaining them. What is the purpose of a firewall? Fire-rated wall assemblies are employed to impede the spread of f...

Gain an understanding of the potential dangers associated with lithium battery fires, safeguards for avoiding a fire, and strategies for extinguishing lithium battery fires. Given the ubiquity of lithium-ion batteries in many modern electronics, knowledge of the proper steps to take in the event of a fire is essential. What Causes Lithium Batteries to Ignite? Thermal instability known as thermal runaway can occur if a lithium battery overheats. This occurs when gaseous material is released fr...