United Kingdom (UK) Fire Industry News

OSID life safety smoke detection product has been recognised with three esteemed awards in 2011 Xtralis, a leading provider of early warning fire detection and security solutions worldwide, announced that it was named the recipient of the top product award in the 2011 ASIS Accolade competition for its revolutionary new Open-Area Smoke Imaging Detection (OSID) product. Xtralis has shipped and installed over 400,000 Early Detection products in most mission-critical locations, pr...

OpenConnect Gateway is a 'plug and play' device that can be incorporated into a fire control panel  Apollo Fire Detectors Ltd has developed a new product that allows fire detection to be fully integrated into building management systems (BMS) without the need for complex bespoke solutions or the use of multiple interfaces.   OpenConnect Gateway® is effectively a "plug and play" device that can be incorporated into a fire control panel by the manufacturer. I...

As per the proposed training, Kate will meet trainees and study modern-day firefighters' role  London Fire Brigade is offering Kate Winslet the opportunity to train with firefighters after she bravely rescued Richard Branson’s mother from a fire on his multi-million pound luxury holiday island. The Brigade, which has over 300 women firefighters, is inviting Kate to learn how crews deal with fires and also how people can prevent fires from happening in the firs...

Chubb has a two-year contract to service and maintain fire alarm systems and extinguishers at Screwfix's retail outlets Chubb has been awarded a contract by Screwfix, a direct and online tool and hardware supplier, to service and maintain essential fire systems and equipment at more than 170 outlets in the UK. The contract is in addition to the turnkey security solutions already provided by Chubb. Chubb is a business of UTC Fire & Security, a unit of United Technologies...

The ECO1000 series can now be employed in fire detectors installed in ships, cargo vessels and tankers  System Sensor Europe has gained Marine Equipment Directive (MED) approval for its ECO1000 range of conventional fire detectors, enabling them to be used in fire detection systems installed in passenger ships, cargo vessels and tankers. The MED directive guarantees the uniform application of standards in Chapter 11-2 of the international SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea Co...

NYFRS aims to save 125 lives by 2014 with the help of education and partnership working NYFRS is ahead of target for the challenging vision it set in 2004 to save 125 lives, through education and partnership working, by 2014. At this point in time in order to ensure we meet the 125 Alive* vision we needed to have saved 67 lives but current figures show that we have exceeded this target by over 20, with the total number of lives saved being 94. For 2010/11 we performed bette...

The NFPA warns that gel fuel, used with fire pots, personal fireplaces, and some patio torches, is extremely hazardous The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is urging the public to employ extreme caution when using gel fuel, a product typically used with fire pots, personal fireplaces, and some patio torches.Stop, drop and roll may not extinguish clothing that catches fire involving splattered or spilled gel fuel. A dry chemical extinguisher or baking soda is recomme...

SigNET's Integrity voice alarm was precisely designed for the Manchester Aquatics Centre When the voice alarm system at Manchester Aquatics Centre ground to a halt, specialist electrical installation company, Solid State, dived to the rescue. Working on behalf of Manchester Working/Norfolk Property Services, the Lancashire-based company's team of specialist engineers swiftly dismantled the old system at the city's top venue for all things aquatic and installed SigNET's powerf...

The Emergency Services Show 2011 will take place on November 23-24 at Stoneleigh Park, Coventry Natural disasters, terrorist attacks and the impending 2012 Olympics are just some of the events that place a strain on fire and rescue services throughout the UK.  As fire and rescue funding continues to be slashed, pressure remains for these organisations to make significant savings but at the same time deliver a high quality service for the communities in which they work....

Suffolk fire officer completes 2011 London marathon dressed in full fire kit On call fire officer Ivan Layzell, stationed at Haverhill Fire Station, wore a Cosalt structural fire suit, comprising tunic and overtrousers, as well as fire boots and helmet. He was aiming to break the Guinness World Record of 4 hours 45 minutes for running a marathon in a fire suit but the hot weather slowed his progress and the 45-year-old grandfather finished the race in just over six hours. Sa...

Raxa is responsible for the programme of new products development KAC, the world’s largest manufacturer of call points and AV devices for use in commercial fire and security systems, has appointed Raxa Chauhan to the new position of Product Manager. She is responsible for managing the existing well-established product portfolio and for the successful conclusion of an aggressive programme of new product developments. KAC Marketing Manager, Mark Thomson, said: “We...

Across the country, fire firefighters save people from rivers, collapsed buildings and construction cranes Firefighters across England are attending almost 100 road traffic accidents every day, according to figures published by the London Fire Brigade. The capital’s fire crews alone attend an average of 10 road traffic incidents each day, often being called upon to cut casualties out of wrecked vehicles and provide emergency first aid. Across the country, fire crews are...

40 delegates from 23 countries gathered in Bristol for the 3 day list A recent conference held to discuss developments in the global market for firefighter personal protection attracted almost 40 delegates, from 23 countries, who gathered in Bristol at the biennial event arranged by Bristol Uniforms for its international network of distributors. Representation from Asia Pacific, Africa, Central and South America, the Gulf States and Europe ensured that the 3 day event reflecte...

Verint's video surveillance system provides a great tool for debriefing fire and rescue trainees Fire and rescue crews in Northern Ireland are using advanced video surveillance technology from Verint Systems to fight fires more effectively and help reduce risk to their officers. The Verint technology, which forms an essential part of a new fast-deployable communications solution for the Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS), enables live video of an incident...

Gas-Pro from Crowcon is ideal for confined space use Crowcon will be showing its new Gas-Pro confined space entry gas detector at the Offshore Europe show in Aberdeen between 6-8 September. The Gas-Pro has a number of special features that make it ideal for confined space use, including a top-mount display, an internal pump, five gas capability and Positive Safety™ (tri-colour status indicator).  Crowcon will also be showing other new products, including its IRmax...

The ONESuit Pro is ideal for law enforcement and fire and rescue organisations Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics, the leading supplier of chemical-protective hazmat equipment for emergency response, chemical, military and industrial applications, has announced that it will display for the first time in Europe the ONESuit® Shield Level B Splash Suit at the A+A international trade show, Düsseldorf, 18-21 October 2011.  This will be showcased alongside the ONESuit&r...

Matthew Broughton being given the Chubb Fire & Security Award by Dave Hammond Matthew Broughton and Gareth Taylor are the winners of the Chubb 2011 Apprenticeship Awards - recognising the excellence of their achievements in the company’s 2011 apprenticeship scheme. The Apprenticeship Awards are given to the two top achievers within the Chubb Fire & Security and Chubb Systems apprenticeship programmes. Each programme is designed to provide the students with a high...

Chubb Fire & Security have installed new digital fire alarms in two buildings of the school Chubb Fire & Security is upgrading existing fire alarm technology from analogue to digital to better protect pupils at Latymer Upper School, an independent secondary school in London.Chubb is a business of UTC Fire and Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX). The new ‘addressable’ system will have considerable advantages, according to Tom Fishe...

3M's reflective sheeting has been chosen by many fire, ambulance and police fleets 3M demonstrates its product’s superior reflectivity at this year’s NAPFM conference and exhibition. Diversified technology company 3M will be exhibiting at this year’s National Association of Police Fleet Managers conference and exhibition, 6-7 September, held at the Exec Exhibition Centre, Peterborough. The company’s high performance Diamond Grade DG3 Reflective Sheeting...

MED grants approval to KAC's selected manual and waterproof call points KAC has obtained "wheelmark" approval to the Marine Equipment Directive (MED) for selected manual and waterproof call points. MED approval enables products to be installed as part of fire protection system in passenger ships, cargo ships and tankers. The directive ensures the free movement of equipment within the EU and guarantees the uniform application of standards in Chapter 11-2 of the international S...

LFB works with children who have shown interest in fire or firesetting behaviour, including arson. London Fire Brigade features in BBC2 fly-on-the-wall documentaryLondon Fire Brigade’s Juvenile Firesetters Intervention Scheme (JFIS) was in the national spotlight recently when it was the subject of a major BBC2 documentary.The JFIS scheme is at the forefront of London Fire Brigade’s efforts to reduce the number of deliberate fires in the capital...

North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service is launching a new Blog, Facebook and Twitter page North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service are giving the public the chance to have an insight into the work of its award winning Road Rescue team through the power of social media.The team is launching a new Blog, Facebook page and Twitter feed to coincide with them travelling to New Zealand to compete in the World Rescue Challenge later this month.Team Manager, Andy Young, along with De...

M Shed's specific choice of fire detection is Apollo's Multi Alarm GB Apollo fire detection technology has been chosen to protect M Shed in Bristol; an exciting and innovative new museum that tells the story of Bristol’s history. The contract to supply, commission and maintain the fire detection system was awarded to Multi Alarm GB.M Shed museum explores the city’s history from prehistoric times to the 21st century through extensive collections of objects, art and...

North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service's fire fighters enter various challenges on a regular basis Six members of North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service are embarking on a 200 mile run in September to raise money for Help for Heroes and The Fire Fighters Charity.Andy Blades, Mark Naylor, Pete Schofield, Terrance Gregg, Graeme Casper and Justin Rowe are embarking on a charity endurance run starting from Southport in Merseyside on the 8th September 2011, and running 217 mile...

Intertek commend Firex for its bringing together of fire industry leaders and innovators Global Testing and Certification Body, Intertek revealed the first glimpse of their new £1million life safety product test facility, currently being developed in Leatherhead, Surrey.  As a European Notified Body under the Construction Products Directive for over 20 standards, mostly within the EN 54 series, Intertek have been actively working within in the Life Safety &...

ADT specialise in electronic fire and security solutions ADT helps preserve one of Europe’s most historic ships with the installation of a wireless radio fire system.ADT Fire & Security, Europe’s leading provider of electronic fire and security solutions, has formed a partnership with the Dundee Heritage Trust to help protect one Europe’s uniquely designed vessels.  The RRS Discovery was declared one of the most important historic ships in the United...

C-Tec's new manager will oversee the release of their new range of fire alam control panels Top electronics company, C-TEC, has appointed a new Technical Account Manager for the South East. With over 24 years’ experience in technical sales, direct sales and account management at some of the world’s leading fire detection companies, and a wealth of technical qualifications under his belt, Phil Walford is exceptionally well-qualified for the role which will involve...

Cooper Fulleon has expanded its fire alarm range Cooper Fulleon is fully aware that its customers are always looking for the latest and best solutions, combining the most up-to-date approvals and features to suit their applications.  As a result the company now announces the expansion of its range to accommodate the marine environment. A number of fire products have gained Marine Equipment Directive (MED) approval which allows use in Merchan...

Crowcon Detection manufacture a complete range of portable and fixed gas detection products Tetra 3 has been used to detect hydrogen sulphide gas in the Indonesian volcano’s crater.A BBC film crew filming sulphur miners in the crater of an active volcano used a Crowcon Tetra 3 portable gas detector to warn them of dangerous levels of hydrogen sulphide (H2S). The crew were filming in Indonesia as part of the BBC’s landmark ‘Human Planet’ series...

The City of York will benefit from the best distribution of fire engines across the entire city area The Fire Authority have unanimously agreed, barring one abstention, the proposal for the distribution of fire engines for the City of York. This now means that there will be: •         1 wholetime crewed* fire engine and a rescue boat located at the new fire station on Kent Street and a further rescue boat located on the river...