United Kingdom (UK) Fire Industry News

Airsense Technology had a stand at International Firex 2011 AirSense Technology displayed for the first time at Firex the latest addition to its Stratos range – the Stratos-Nano aspirating smoke detector.The Nano detector is designed to bring the benefits of true Aspirating Smoke detection to applications where cost would previously have limited installations to “point detectors in a fan box” type systems. The Nano detector offers 10 holes at standa...

Surbiton firefighters maintain an energy efficient fire station A fire station that would rival Tom and Barbara in the TV show The Good Life has won greenest fire station of the year following a London wide competition to find the most energy efficient.The fire station, in Surbiton where The Good Life was set, has succeeded in converting a roof terrace into an area where they can grow their own vegetables and fruit. Strawberries, potatoes and figs have been grown and used...

WCL granted the Fire Risk Assessment Quality Assurance Scheme (FRACS Company) certification The benefits of independent third party certification schemes for fire risk assessors have been highlighted by the first company in the UK to gain the certificate from Warrington Certification Ltd (WCL). The Fire Risk Assessment Quality Assurance Scheme (FRACS Company) certification has been awarded to BB7 Fire Safety Engineering, based at Chatham Dockyard, Kent. The assessment by WCL...

The Fike Signifire system will act as the basis of EU Fire & Security's fire protection installation Fioke Signifire, an innovative fire detector, has been chosen by E U Fire & Security, one of the UK’s largest independent fire alarm distribution companies, as the basis of the fire protection installation in a void above a media studio at a High School in Cheshire. The SigniFire® system detects fires by looking for the tell-tale signatures of...

Nittan specialises in premium fire detection systems Following a busy two year period of planned product growth, UK fire detection manufacturer Nittan showcased its most comprehensive ever range of conventional and analogue addressable fire safety products at this year’s International Firex. The Evolution range was the main focus of Nittan’s new stand at the show.  Evolution is a premium fire system developed by Nittan that uses ASIC technology in the sensors...

CFOA and DCLG have extended their support for the call for a unified register The campaign to establish a standard national benchmark of fire risk assessors is gathering support from the fire safety industry. The call by Warrington Certification Ltd, has received endorsement from the Chief Fire Officers’ Association (CFOA) and in principle from the Department for Communities and Local Government (DCLG). The Institute of Fire Safety Managers and the Royal Institution of...

Autronica exhibited the Autroprime and an integrated safety and emergency management system Autronica exhibited two new products at International Firex 2011 on stand B70. New AutroSafe 4 Addressable Control Panels provide a new level in interactive fire detection systems. They are built to deliver a higher degree of safety. A dual network between all panels secures redundant panel network. Its panel network, AutroNet, connects the different panels through a high-speed redunda...

The manual call point series is available in break glass and resettable versions The manual call point family from KAC, the world’s leading manufacturer, includes units designed for installation in a vast range of applications. The standard MCP indoor version is ideal for offices, hotels and public buildings; the IP67 WCP is for use in environments where water or dust will be present and intrinsically safe units, approved for both gas and dust risk hazardous areas are i...

Nittan's new smoke detector provides reliable fire detection without unwanted false alarms Nittan (UK) Ltd., a leading UK manufacturer of conventional and addressable fire detection products, has launched the 0KB3 Conventional Smoke Detector designed for industrial use where space is at a premium. Measuring just 40mm(W) x 40mm(L) x 45mm(H) and weighing 55g (including the base plate), the 0KB3 is exceptionally small and unobtrusive, making it ideal for applications such as tra...

The investigation was carried out by experts from Exova Warringtonfire and Butler and Young Ltd. Four potential key reasons for the spread of fire in roofing voids were identified in a new major study by fire safety experts commissioned by the Government. The study, commissioned by the Department for Communities and Local Government, investigated a number of specific issues relating to fire compartmentation in roof voids, carried out by a team of experts from Exova Warrington...

Kidde's ARGONITE C60 is a total flooding fire suppression system that wipes out fires in confined spaces Kidde Fire Protection displayed at International Firex 2011 (Stand B70) the next generation of its ARGONITE® product range - ARGONITE® C60. The new system introduces a unique patented Controlled Flow Technology, allowing considerable savings to be made on system installation costs, while delivering performance that meets or exceeds applicable regulatory and environm...

SynaG panels are compliant to EN54 and come with 2,4 or 8 zone options Kidde Fire Protection unveiled its new range of SynaG conventional fire alarm control panels at International Firex 2011. These user-friendly control panels are EN54 compliant and available in 2, 4 or 8 zone options. They have a modern, elegant design and include features such as a Scandinavian variant and networking capabilities up to 64 zones. Other fire detection and alarm products on show at this year&...

SKUM AP3x3 is safe for environment as it is devoid of fluorine and other halogenated organic chemicals Tyco Fire Protection Products launched its groundbreaking  SKUM AP3x3 environmentally friendly, fluorine free foam concentrate this year at International Firex, the UK’s largest dedicated fire safety show. SKUM AP3x3 foam concentrate is free from fluorine and other halogenated organic chemicals, addressing market concerns related to the toxicity of fluorine-b...

Nittan UK introduces new smoke sensor range with built-in sensor Nittan (UK) Ltd., a leading UK manufacturer of conventional and addressable fire detection products, has launched a new analogue addressable photoelectric smoke sensor with built-in sounder. Unlike other smoke sensors on the market which require a separate sounder base to be installed which adds to the cost of the installation and takes longer to fit, the Evolution EV-PS optical smoke sensor comes with the sound...

Sepura Intrinsacally-Safe radio is designed to operate in hazardous environments around the world Sepura is using the Tetra World Congress 2011 in Budapest to announce the addition of Intrinsically-Safe products to its already market-leading range of TETRA radios.  The launch strengthens still further Sepura’s leadership of the global TETRA terminals market and extends its reach into hazardous “Gas and Dust” sectors, such as fire, oil and gas exploration...

Fire Industry Association warns of a decreased firefighter attendance to fire detection and alarm systems The Fire Industry Association (FIA) is urging businesses in Essex to review their fire risk assessments and seek advice to ensure their emergency procedures reflect changes in response by their local Fire Service which could result in no attendance to Automatic Fire Alarm (AFA) signals.Essex Fire and Rescue Service has published an AFA Frequently Asked Questions guide on t...

North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service regularly carry out "blue light" fire emergency journeys North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service is backing a national campaign which advises motorists on how to react when faced with an emergency service vehicle. A new video, "Blue Light Aware" has been launched by the GEM Motoring Assist Road Safety Charity. The five-minute video seeks to offer advice to members of the public on how best to help an emergency service drive...

The Fike SigniFire® IP camera system may aid firefighters' safety with real time images of fire incidents Fike's SigniFire® fire detection system provides real time images for rapid fire detection. The new SigniFire® fire detection system from Fike, which operates by identifying the telltale signatures of smoke and flames in images captured by video cameras, has the potential to deliver important operational and safety benefits for fire service operatives cal...

The Fike SigniFire® system generates fire alarm signals while capturing images of a fire Fire detection and surveillance capabilities are combined in Fike's SigniFire® IP cameras. Proven in a wide range of scenarios to offer a faster and more dependable response to fire than conventional detectors, the innovative Fike SigniFire® system detects fire by looking for the telltale signatures of smoke and flames in images captured by video cameras. The images can also b...

Westfield Stratford City's security project will also incorporate specialist firefighting and sprinkler equipment Chubb has been chosen by the developers of Westfield Stratford City – the gateway to the Olympic Park - to provide fire and security systems for what will be the largest urban shopping centre in Europe. Chubb is part of UTC Fire & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX). Chubb drew on the capabilities of the entire UT...

According to Elmdene, the design of the FSI-01 addresses a critical capability gap in the marketplace The Fire Signalling Interface can detect short and open circuit conditions on cabling between the Fire Panel and the FSI-01. Innovative electronic security and fire products manufacturer, Elmdene International Limited - a subsidiary of Potter Electric Signal, LLC - used IFSEC 2011 to showcase its advanced Fire Signalling Interface FSI-01. This has been created as an effective...

Unlike video smoke detection, OSID works regardless of lighiting, smoke type or airflows New solution reinvents open-area smoke detection – a new technology deployed, tested and verified to deliver absolute superiority and efficiency in a wide array of application environments. Xtralis™, the company behind VESDA®, launches the award winning OSID (Open-Area Smoke Imaging Detection) revolutionary technology designed for open spaces where fire detection presen...

VESDA ECO by Xtralis won "Best in Detection Controls, Devices and Sensors Award" at the ISC West 2011 Recipient of prestigious awards showcase award-winning VESDA ECO™ at FIREX - the leading industry exhibition.Xtralis™, the company behind VESDA, showcases the award winning VESDA ECO™ innovative technology designed for very early warning aspirating smoke detection. This system pioneers the concept of offering both reliable fire and gas detection on a single p...

The risks associated with fire in the petrochemical industry, whether it be on production platforms at sea or on shore at oil terminals and storage facilities, have been brought into sharp focus by a number of high profile incidents, resulting in tremendous damage to infrastructure and sadly, in some extreme cases, the large-scale loss of life. This has caused the industry to look at new approaches such as Video Smoke Detection (VSD) to protect key elements of their infrastructure and to ensur...

Jo Chittenden will oversee all marketing activity for the electronic fire and security company Innovative electronic fire and security products manufacturer, Elmdene International Ltd. - a subsidiary of Potter Electric Signal, LLC - announces the appointment of Jo Chittenden as its Marketing Manager.In this pivotal promotional role for Elmdene, Jo will be tasked with overseeing all ongoing marketing activity including: corporate identity, product launches, advertising, literat...

The Fire Industry Association aims to promote the professional s tatus of the UK fire and safety industry The Scottish government has emphasised the importance of third-party certification when it comes to fire safety.This advice - aimed at Duty Holders, who play an important fire safety role in commercial buildings and houses of multiple occupancy - comes after the Fatal Accident Inquiry (FAI) recommended the measures. In order to spread the news in the fastest possible way,...

PHS Compliance' event stand will be staffed with experts in electrical, gas, water and fire safety Workplace safety expert, PHS Compliance, has announced that it will be highlighting the path "from risk to compliance" at the Facilities Show and revealing the appointment of a major industry expert to help raise awareness of the requirements for electrical, gas, water and fire safety.  The launch will be held on the first day of the show, 17 May, in hall one, at 11am...

Fike's new quality vent product will compliment its range of fire suppression systems Fike is now offering Impulse Du-Flow pressure vents designed to relieve pressures that can occur with chemical gaseous-type fire extinguishing systems,  effectively protecting the structure while still allowing for superior fire protection.Fike is a leader in clean agent, gaseous fire suppression systems, and recently expanded its offering with the addition of Impulse Technology to...

C-TEC will demonstrate its super-enhanced CFP fire panel at Firex 2011 C-TEC is set to celebrate its 30th anniversary by showcasing a host of new products at Firex 2011.As well as previewing its new range of multi-loop touchscreen controlled analogue addressable fire panels, the leading life-safety equipment manufacturer will launch its new-style super-enhanced CFP and XFP fire panels at the show, plus exciting new additions to the 800 Series call system range and various Deme...

Ian Neal is distributing aid with a ShelterBox Response Team in the Sendai area of Japasn A British firefighter has paid an emotional tribute to the Japanese fire officers who lost their lives during the recent earthquake and tsunami.Ian Neal is a crew manager for the Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service and a volunteer for international disaster relief charity, ShelterBox. He is currently distributing aid with a ShelterBox Response Team in the Sendai area of Japan; one of the are...