United Kingdom (UK) Fire Industry News

North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service launch month-long White Goods Safety Campaign On the 1st May 2018, North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service is launching a month-long campaign to remind people to take care when using white goods in their home. In the last two years (during 2016 and 2017), the company has attended over 60 domestic property fires that have been caused by white goods, with almost half (29 out of 66) of these involving tumble dryers. One of the key thi...

The presence of VIKING Life-Saving Equipment at OTC 2018 is a chance for offshore asset owners and operators to achieve new cost-efficiencies and reduce production risks by further simplifying safety compliance management. The recently released report “Confidence and Control” by DNV GL foresees a brightening future for the offshore industry, fueled not by oil and gas pricing, but by leaner, more agile and more efficient business models ready-tuned to evolve into broader energy compan...

April 18, 2018, the sound of a gas extinguishing system destroyed numerous hard drives in servers in a data center in Sweden. According to media reports, the company was operated by Digiplex. Systems from the Nasdaq Nordic stock exchange platform and two Scandinavian banks were affected. Due to the hard drive destruction, Nasdaq Nordic stock exchange trading in the Scandinavian and Baltic states (except Norway) could not start until around midday on April 18, 2018, which was several hours lat...

Emergency Reporting (ER), the globally renowned company in cloud-based Fire and EMS records management software solutions, has announced a partnership with Spotted Dog Technologies, a global provider of incident response management solutions. Security technology partnership The relationship will allow data captured by Rover, Spotted Dog Technologies’ CAD-to-mobile response system, to be automatically added to Emergency Reporting’s data platform, for advanced reporting and analysis....

It is hard to over-emphasize the importance of a passive fire protection (PFP) strategy and its subsequent governance in buildings. Comprising some kind of an assessment of the likely fire risks, an evacuation plan, and the means to deal with both, the absence of a robust strategy has long been a problem, only now properly appreciated. Regular inspections, maintenance by third party accredited PFP firms, along with adequate information logging that audits any changes to the integrity of buildin...

Messe Frankfurt has set up a Digital Advisory Board to oversee its digital activities. With this step, the company is seeking to engage with its customers more intensively regarding the digital transformation of marketing in the trade fair industry and the evolution that this entails for the trade fairs themselves. The new Digital Advisory Board includes exhibitors from a wide range of industries as well as representatives from Messe Frankfurt's Digital Business unit. The objective consists of...

Kentec’s Taktis fire detection and alarm system can be networked up to 128 panels and repeaters Kentec Electronics Ltd., a manufacturer of life-safety systems, has had its highly acclaimed Taktis fire detection and alarm technology chosen to help protect an iconic new £4.7 million flexible use community hub development for Scotland’s Dumfries Baptist Church. The church for the 21st century in Dumfries, Scotland, is a £4.7 million community facility and...

Firefighters from Haden Cross Community Fire Station are set to climb Mount Everest – in a day! But there’ll be no trip to the Himalayas. Instead, the intrepid group will be staging their 8,848m-climb in Dudley, under cover of the intu Merry Hill shopping center. offering rehabilitation And psychological support Firefighters work hard to serve the communities they protect" Firefighter Matt Crawford, who will be joining this Saturday’s expedition in aid of The Fire Fighters C...

After revolutionizing the firefighter safety market with the introduction of the industry’s first and only thermal imaging camera integrated into the firefighter’s breathing apparatus, MSA Safety Incorporated plans to turn heads once again, this time with helmets. The company has announced it will debut a new jet-style fire helmet, called the Cairns XF1, at the annual Fire Department Instructor’s Conference (FDIC International 2018), scheduled to take place in Indianapolis, Ind...

Stanley brings considerable experience of high-performance fabrics to his new role Fire and emergency services workwear manufacturer Ballyclare Limited has announced a new appointment which adds industry expertise to its ranks. Stanley Russell has been appointed as Technical Sales Executive, and he brings considerable experience of high-performance fabrics to his new role. Stanley has joined Ballyclare after managing his own textile and workwear company for a number of years....

ARA Security is strengthening its provision of security products and solutions across Australia and New Zealand. As of 3 April 2018, ARA’s Security division acquired HUD Security, led by Managing Director - Glen Lighton, and PRV Security, led by General Manager - Steven Kuryj. end-to-end solution Given the high level of synergy between ARA Security and these latest acquisitions, all parties are looking forward to supporting ARA’s clients with a more comprehensive, end-to-end soluti...

Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service has teamed up with Whittlesey Rotary Club to fund smoke alarms for vulnerable adults living in Whittlesey and surrounding areas. Station Commander for CFRS, Brett Mills commented: “We are delighted to work in partnership with the Whittlesey Rotary Club, and are really grateful for their support in helping to keep Cambridgeshire residents safe in the community.” Importance of smoke alarms “With a shared goal to reach out and help those w...

Global safety equipment manufacturer, MSA Safety Incorporated has announced that it has executed a US$ 10 million contract to provide G1 self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and accessories to the Metropolitan Fire Brigade (MFB) and Country Fire Authority (CFA) of Victoria, Australia, two of the country’s largest and most well-respected fire departments. For MSA Safety Incorporated, the contract represents the largest G1 SCBA order placed till date. The majority of the order is expec...

Amthal Fire & Security ensured Alfresco Living achieved the necessary requirements for fire safety Amthal has designed and installed fire and security solutions for Alfresco Living’s chic new showroom and present ultimate protection for staff, visitors and premium products in storage. Hertfordshire based Alfresco Living specialises in the supply and installation of superior outdoor products for homeowners to maximise usage of their garden, terrace or patio space. M...

MxPro 5 offers high-performance fire detection and alarm control across multi-panel networks and multiple sites More than 15,000 students and staff at Chichester College, one of the largest education institutions in the South of England, are being protected by fire panels from Advanced. Opened in 1964, the West Sussex college’s main campus houses over 5,000 full-time students studying A-Levels, BTEC Diplomas, NVQs and many other vocational qualifications. The campus ha...

North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service worked with other fire agencies to release the individual Fire crews recently attended to an incident in Harrogate where an individual was trapped in a hole in the road on Rossett Green Lane. North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service crews from Harrogate, Tadcaster and Knaresborough along with specialist teams from West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service and ambulance teams responded to the call. The incident involved a trench which had c...

Sepura's partner in France, Sysoco, has successfully tested a gateway radio solution ahead of a planned roll-out at Lyon-Bron and Lyon Saint-Exupery Airports. Sysoco took part in a rapid intervention drill to demonstrate the synchronization of communications between the Fire and Rescue services (SSLIA), the Fire and Rescue Service of Rhone-Alpes, alongside fuel company Total. Fully-Laden Fuel Tanker The simulation scenario involved attending the scene of an accident between an airplane and a...

The world's largest firefighter training and expo once again take over Indianapolis this April, and Toyne will be returning to showcase its latest apparatus and fire industry expertise. The 2018 Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC) takes place from April 23–28 in the Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium. Toyne's booth will house two of the Iowa-based fire apparatus manufacturer's most recent trucks, including a pumper and an aerial. Showcasing Signature Fire Apparatus...

Mike Weller is to be honored with the 2018 Dr. Anne W. Phillips Award for Leadership in Fire Safety Education at the 30th Annual National Fire and Emergency Services Dinner in Washington, DC, Maryland, USA on April 19, 2018. The Congressional Fire Services Institute (CFSI) and the International Fire Service Training Association at Fire Protection Publications, Oklahoma State University (IFSTA/FPP/OSU) together announced that Mike Weller has been selected as the recipient of the 2018 Dr. Anne W....

Support group for people living with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) has received a £500 boost, thanks to one of West Midlands Fire Service’s contractors. Back in June 2016, West Midlands Fire Service announced their support for ‘TWIRL’ (The Wolverhampton Integrated Respiratory Lifestyle) project, which helps COPD sufferers to cope with their condition, to socialize and to have access to advice and support from healthcare professionals. The group has now rec...

Skanwear caters to electrical engineers working in diverse environments with stock garments that meet safety legislation A protective garment supplier that specialises in fire-resistant apparel for a variety of hot and cold environments has offered workwear solutions for both genders in a wide range of sizing options. Skanwear is a well-established, global brand that manufactures clothes specifically designed to protect against the harmful qualities of arc flash, which can re...

The Klaxon ES-P is a robust, sophisticated and rapidly deployable early warning system that offers a viable, portable option for many wide-area signalling applications. It is a portable version of Klaxon’s existing wide area systems for ‘COMAH, Evacuation and Lockdown’ situations. While fixed sirens will always be required, it is often necessary to have a back-up in case a fixed unit is damaged or faulty. The ES-P is ideal for this purpose and meets the demands from industry f...

The Chimney Safety Institute of America (CSIA) and the National Chimney Sweep Guild (NCSG) today announced the hiring of Russ Dimmitt as Director of Education. Along with becoming the official technical expert for both associations, Dimmitt will be responsible for overseeing the administration of all certification and education programs offered by CSIA, including the Certified Chimney Sweep and the Certified Dryer Vent Technician certifications. Additionally, he will be responsible for coordina...

As the Office completes its review of applications submitted under the “Implementation Period”, the approved applicants will soon receive their Certification Cards with a July 2018-June 2019 validation sticker. The fee paid during the implementation period covered the processing of the application and the first-year certification.  These individuals will be required to renew their certifications by May 1, 2019, and yearly after that, as stated in Title 19, California Code of Re...

Staff will now be able to provide cover for staff shortages as FBU ends ban on overtime Following the Fire Authority’s decision in December 2017 to crew the four tactical response vehicles (TRVs) at Malton, Northallerton, Ripon and Tadcaster, with four staff, positive discussions have been on-going to try to resolve the dispute. These discussions have been successful in relaxing the industrial action, which included an overtime ban and, with effect from 29th March, the...

The Verona Volunteer Fire Company in Verona, Pennsylvania added more power to its fleet after receiving a new pumper from Toyne, a fire apparatus manufacturer. The pumper is loaded with firefighting equipment and technology that make it a valuable addition to the fire company, giving Verona firefighters more tools to respond to calls in their community. The pumper is loaded with firefighting equipment and technology that make it a valuable addition to the fire company Pumper characte...

The latest set of students taking part in West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service’s FireBreak programme have graduated at Horsham Fire Station. A Pass Out Parade took place on Friday afternoon (22 March), watched on by the family and friends of the graduates. The eleven students have completed a week of training, which has included hose running, ladder climbs and wearing breathing apparatus. They have also learned about fire safety, CPR and have gained a HeartStart first aid training qualif...

The Emergency Services Show will feature free advice on physical and mental wellbeing for those working in demanding roles Returning to Hall 5 and the outdoor area at the NEC, Birmingham, UK from 19-20 September 2018, The Emergency Services Show is a unique and growing event, promoting collaboration between the emergency services. Free-to-attend, it brings together all disciplines from the emergency services sector to discover innovative technology and operational solutions,...

Sepura partners for the Spain region, Zenon Digital Radio and Adesal Telecom, have provided Onda City Council with new TETRA digital radios to supply their police force. Onda is a town in Valencia, eastern Spain with over 25,000 inhabitants to keep safe. The City Council wanted to facilitate and accelerate the work of the Local Police and improve their efficiency. In order to do this, the City Council purchased new Sepura digital radios. Providing Crime Prevention The move to digital has conn...

Safeline is an effective tool for electrical companies requiring protective garments for their workforce A specialist manufacturer of fire-resistant clothing can offer its customers an exceptionally easy online shopping experience thanks to a web portal that has the ability to match businesses with garments that fulfil the individual requirements of their company. Skanwear, a brand that provides high-quality garments that protect against the fatal injuries associated with arc...