United Kingdom (UK) Fire Industry News

When a fire broke out on site, more than 400 staff were evacuated in less than three minutes from the Hull factory of offsite specialist Walker Modular. Five fire engines were called to the scene after the alarm was raised at the bathroom pod manufacturer. Company owner Shane Walker told the Enquirer, “I’m so proud of my staff and the fire service for dealing so well with a difficult situation. We liaised with the fire service when we designed the factory and all the fire suppressio...

A review of how a fire spread through a West Midlands hotel is being carried out by West Midlands Fire Service (WMFS). Firefighters arrived at the Holiday Inn near Walsall within 4 minutes of being mobilized. They immediately started to tackle what was already a significant fire, which soon consumed much of the building. West Midlands Hotel Fire 999 calls started to be received shortly before 4pm on Friday 2 August 2019, to the site near Junction 10 of the M6 motorway. WMFS were supported at...

Halma plc, the FTSE 100 global group of life-saving technology companies, has appointed Ruwan De Soyza as its first General Counsel and Company Secretary. General Counsel is a newly created role for Halma. Ruwan will have global responsibility for the group’s legal and compliance affairs and become a member of Halma’s Executive Board. He will also oversee corporate governance as Halma’s Company Secretary based at the Head Offices in Amersham, UK. Infrastructure safety and sec...

Smoke alarms are a crucial component of safety in a home, as these fire-protection devices will automatically detect and alert users of the presence of smoke and can save a life in the event of a fire. When placed in the right location, the smoke alarm could additionally aid firefighters in quickly finding the fire in the home, allowing them to better focus their efforts. audio sound An audio sound is emitted when residential or commercial Smoke Alarms are activated, if no one is at the prope...

Installing a smoke alarm is one of the most sensible measures you can take to manage fire risk. Smoke alarms are a requirement under smoke alarm legislation QLD. This applies to new homes and all existing homes undergoing building work. Individuals who are sleeping don't smell smoke and are unlikely to wake up during a fire. The most practical way to ensure house occupants wake up and get to safety is to install smoke alarms. New smoke alarm legislation The new smoke alarm legislation affects...

The Viking Corporation, a global provider of fire protection and life safety systems, has announced several enhancements to its next-generation XT1 sprinkler platform. In addition to two new wrench types, Viking announced the availability of new, smaller sprinkler guards and water shields and an FM Approval for use of XT1 upright sprinklers on vacuum fire protection systems. Featuring a smaller profile and more compact design, the XT1 line of sprinkler guards and shields may be used with XT1 Mo...

Door & Hardware Federation (DHF) has welcomed the Ministerial Statement to the House, given by the then Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, James Brokenshire, in which he updated members on building safety. In particular, he informed those present that following an independent investigation into timber fire doors, no issues had been found with the consistency of the fire-resistance performance of the doors tested. This is good news for the industry and adds fur...

Bristol Uniforms will be unveiling a new provision for Fire & Rescue Services (FRSs) at this year’s Emergency Services Show, to specifically help with the swift and safe cleaning and decontamination of self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). A global renowned designer and manufacturer of PPE for the emergency services, Bristol Uniforms will be supplying specialist decontamination machines to Fire & Rescue Services for use on-site at fire stations, as well as enhancing its manag...

ISSEE offers students from military, police, and civil agencies the opportunity to study for qualifications in Logistic Management with a range of courses aligned to UK MOD standards. Drawing on the lessons identified in over 50 years of operationally focused military logistic experience, ISSEE is pleased to offer bespoke training solutions to both military and commercial partners. Whether it is basic warehouse management or more complex logistic operational design ISSEE draws o...

Firefighters from the Williamsburg Fire Department welcomed the arrival of their new Toyne Pumper Tanker. This is the department’s fourth Toyne Tailored Apparatus.  It will be taking the place of an older Toyne Pumper that has helped protect their fire district for more than two decades. Fortifying the department’s response capabilities, the new engine will serve the community alongside seven other apparatus. Effective Tanker Responsiveness The pumper tanker is mounted on a S...

Five representatives from Wisconsin-based Aladtec will be among vendors demonstrating the tools and services for fire and rescue services during the International Association of Fire Chiefs Fire-Rescue International conference Aug. 7-10 at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center. Fire-Rescue International (FRI), the annual conference and expo of the IAFC, has provided senior-level leadership training to fire chiefs for 140 years. As an organization, the IAFC represents experts in the first r...

G&S Brandschutztechnik AG announces rebranding strategy with new brand name, Rosenbauer Brandschutz Deutschland GmbH. The specialized company for preventive fire protection has been part of the Rosenbauer Group since 2016 and only in the previous year merged SICS Brandschutz GmbH, G&S Brandschutz GmbH, and G&S Sprinkleranlagen GmbH to form a single company. Preventive fire safety expert The former company name is to be continued as a modified label of excellence, G&S Integrated...

Det-Tronics has introduced a new high-speed deluge module (HSDM) for the Det-Tronics Eagle Quantum Premier (EQP) fire and gas safety controller. The HSDM expands the capability of the EQP so it can activate ultra-highspeed suppression systems for high-hazard applications such as, but not limited to, munitions manufacturing. Det-Tronics, a provider of fire- and gas-safety systems, is a part of Carrier, a global provider of innovative heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC), refrigeratio...

Apollo Fire Detectors’ innovative SOTERIA range of detectors has been chosen to protect the prestigious Darrick Wood School in Orpington, Kent. The school is rated by Ofsted as ‘outstanding’ and achieved the ‘World Class Schools Quality Mark in’ 2015. The fire detection system was upgraded as part of a wider program of works which saw the school invest in a new dining hall, a Movement & Performing Arts Building with specialist Drama and Music rooms and new PE c...

Mitie Fire & Security Systems announces Nedap Security Management as a partner of choice for access control in the UK. This new strategic partnership builds on a close relationship developed between the two organizations while working for clients in a range of sectors, from large automotive manufacturing to high street retail outlets. Complex security solutions Chris Watts, Director of Mitie Fire & Security Systems says: "Mitie's relationship with Nedap has gone from strength to stren...

Comelit UK has demonstrated its commitment and growing prominence in the Fire Sector, investing in an additional member of the team by introducing a dedicated Fire Technical Support Engineer. Experienced fire industry specialist David Fraser joins Comelit’s highly specialist team incorporating Wesley Wright as UK Fire Manager and Mandy Bowden as Fire Business Development Manager North. David has over 20 years experience working with leading fire specialists, dedicated to installer focus t...

As a professional firefighter, one has likely grown accustomed to people depending on them when disaster strikes their property. And just as the fellow citizens depend on them to suppress a dangerous fire, they depend on fire hoses and other equipment to function efficiently so that the firefighter can do their job. Below is a look at the key role handline nozzles play in extinguishing fires and how they can ensure that the nozzle is kept in good working order. Why is proper nozzle maintenanc...

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation company, in partnership with its Quebec, Canada exclusive Pierce dealer, L’Arsenal, has secured an order for five Ascendant 100’ Heavy-Duty Aerial Towers for the City of Montreal Fire Department.   The apparatus will be built on the Pierce Arrow XT custom chassis known for its rugged and dependable characteristics that meet the demands of high-volume departments.  “The City of Montreal Fire Department faces...

E- ONE, a subsidiary of REV Group and a global provider of emergency response vehicles, is proud to announce its expansion in Ocala, Florida with the addition of 66,000 square feet. E-ONE currently has a total of more than 300,000 square feet for its Ocala operations, including the Welcome Center and the Chassis, Body and Aerial facilities. In addition, at the E-ONE Hamburg, NY facility, there is a 75,000 square foot operation for stainless steel body production. The new expansion in Ocala, FL b...

In line with its program of continuous product development, Kentec releases a new firmware version 1.0.13 for the Vizulinx Fire Alarm management module. Firmware version 1.0.13 replaces the current firmware version 1.0.11 and provides the following new features: Vizulinx now provides full support for Taktis EN & Taktis UL addressable fire alarm panels. Connection of Vizulinx to Taktis is via IP and to achieve this the Taktis panel must have a media gateway card fitted. Hydrosense Leak Dete...

People living and working in Clevedon are being invited to give something positive back to the community by becoming on-call firefighters. Avon Fire & Rescue Service (AF&RS) is looking to recruit five new on-call staff to help provide cover from the station in Clevedon. On-call firefighters use the same fire engines and equipment as their ‘wholetime’ (full-time) colleagues. The main difference is that on-call firefighters provide support from their home or workplace, rather...

Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service is looking for Emergency Call Handlers to join its Combined Fire Control. As the first port of call for emergency calls from residents and businesses across Cambridgeshire and Suffolk, the role is a key part of the Service, helping people in need of help while also sending fire engines and officers to their locations.  application window The rewarding role involves helping people in their time of need and is an outstanding way to serve the local com...

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Fire Authority has expressed huge disappointment at the news it has not been successful in its fight to prevent the transfer of governance of the fire and rescue service to the Police and Crime Commissioner. The outcome of the judicial review, which took place last month, was announced and the judge has upheld the Home Office’s decision to allow the Police and Crime Commissioner to take over governance of Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service from the Fire...

Every year in June, July, August, the authorities complain of untimely sampling of hydrants that dry up water supplies and create additional risks with slippery roads. Fire hydrants in France are equipped with Keyser DN100 fittings, according to NFS61-708. The standard space between the upper part of the Keyser fitting and its protective plate is more than 3 cm (according to the standard). ultra-flat Keyser plug with lock To reserve the opening of fire hydrants for security services, POK®...

E-ONE, a subsidiary of REV Group and a global provider of emergency response vehicles, is proud to announce the new TITAN 4×4 Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) vehicle has met or exceeded expectations in all categories of third-party advanced product testing. In accordance with NFPA 414 (Standard for Aircraft Rescue and Fire-Fighting Vehicles), all newly-designed vehicles must undergo a series of (34) prototype tests followed by (13) operational tests for each production unit to val...

Avon Fire & Rescue Service (AFR&S) recruits a special crew of trauma teddies thanks to a local organization. The 200-strong-crew will be spread out across the Service to ride on trucks alongside firefighters and specialist equipment. The cuddly crew will then be handed out to children involved in traumatic and upsetting incidents who are distressed or in need of reassurance and emotional support. Small Act Of Comfort This gives us an opportunity to engage with children and lessen the...

Nittan Europe - global manufacturer of conventional and addressable fire detection products – has announced a series of new Interface Modules to allow for improved connection of its high grade Evolution range to even more third-party equipment than ever before. Interface Modules The six new interface modules cover a variety of interface applications, ranging from door release, sounder control, communication with industrial plant & equipment and non-addressable detectors, along with a...

The undergrowth fire on the Lydd Ranges is now fully extinguished after three days of firefighting. On July 26, 2019, the emergency phase of the incident led by Kent Fire and Rescue Service (KFRS) officially came to a close after all firefighting operations were completed. Duty of care has now been handed back to the land owner. Lee Rose, Assistant Director Channel Tunnel and Resilience at KFRS, said: “On behalf of the service and all other agencies that have been involved throughout the...

Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinder exchange stands are a popular feature in many big-box stores and bulk refueling areas. Users can find these caged cylinders at gas stations, convenience stores, home improvement stores, or supermarkets. To mitigate LPG fire or explosion risk, it’s important for code officials to make sure that sellers follow the fire code requirements for safe distances between LPG storage cabinets and other exposures. Fire code requirements When the total qua...

BAFE, the independent register of quality fire safety service providers, have officially responded to the Government’s Building a safer future: proposals for reform of the building safety regulatory system consultation.  Stephen Adams, BAFE Chief Executive, discussed the following main points in the response submitted:  BAFE recognizes that the consultation concerns high-rise residential buildings (HRRBs) as a starting point, but strongly recommends that this is rapidly exten...