United States of America (USA) Fire Industry News

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation business, will showcase its latest advancements in electric firefighting technology at CES 2025. Joining Oshkosh Corporation in booth #5616 at the Las Vegas Convention Center’s West Hall, Pierce will highlight its innovative solutions including the Pierce® Volterra™ electric fire truck, designed to meet the evolving needs of fire departments, focusing on sustainability, performance, and safety. Performance of fire apparatus &ld...

In the run-up to the festive period, the Local Government Association (LGA) and the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) are reminding people of precautions that can be taken at home to prevent a fire, as government figures show a heightened risk of fire around this time of year. The number of fire hazards in the home can dramatically increase as people celebrate and exchange gifts due to festive lights and decorations, candles and open flames, as well as potentially faulty products such as toys...

Oshkosh Airport Products, an Oshkosh Corporation business, announced the delivery of a fleet of four Striker® Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) vehicles to the Dirección General de Aeronáutica Civil (DGAC) of Costa Rica. DGAC received three Striker 6x6 ARFF vehicles and one Striker 4x4 ARFF vehicle. These vehicles will strengthen emergency operations at Juan Santamaría Airport, the country's busiest international gateway, which serves more than 1.7 million to...

CED Fire Protection was engaged to carry out the dry fire protection to this 4-level 6,200 sqm self-storage facility, which ran for 11 months; the total build cost was a 7.3 million dollar building located in Williamstown. As part of the work, they installed a Pertronic’s FIP fire indicator panel with BOWS building occupancy system, smoke and heat detection was installed, as well as integrating control to sprinklers, security, and mechanical services.

CED Fire Protection was engaged to carry out the dry fire protection to a state-of-the-art education facility for the Southern Cross Grammar Centauri Building for the senior students, including a large creative art hall built cost a 12.3 million dollar building located in Caroline Springs, designed by Watson’s Young Architects. As part of the work, they installed a Pertronic’s sub fire indicator panel FIP with BOWS building occupancy system, smoke and heat detection was installed, a...

As the demand for counseling continues to increase as more of New York’s Bravest seek mental health support, New York City-based nonprofit Friends of Firefighters (FOF), founded in the wake of 9/11 is an independent provider of free and confidential mental health counseling and wellness services for active and retired FDNY firefighters and their families, announced today four new members are joining its Board of Directors. New board members Those new board members include Leigh Marie Dan...

One and a half years before INTERSCHUTZ 2026, many well-known companies have already confirmed their participation in the world's renowned trade fair for firefighting, rescue, and civil protection in Hanover. International market majors, such as Rosenbauer, Dräger, and Desautel are among the confirmed exhibitors. In total, nearly 450 exhibitors have registered, covering approximately 38,000 square meters of exhibition space. This accounts for more than a third of the total planned space. E...

Teledyne Gas and Flame Detection (Teledyne GFD) has a new Vice President of Sales & Marketing for the Americas, as the company looks to drive growth and strengthen its market presence across the continent. Gerald V. Sims brings a wealth of experience in gas utilities and a strong track record in sales leadership, both of which will help Teledyne Gas and Flame Detection to continue increasing its market share in this important geographic market. Gas detection with solutions Teledyne Gas an...

Oshkosh Airport Products, an Oshkosh Corporation business, announced the delivery of two Oshkosh Airport Products Striker® 6x6 Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) vehicles to the Directorate General of Civil Aeronautics (DGAC) of Chile. The new vehicles will enhance emergency response capabilities at the Chacalluta de Arica Airport and Araucanía de Temuco Airport, maintaining the customer’s full Oshkosh ARFF fleet at both locations. reliability, trust, and security &...

Rosenbauer America and the Dallas Fire Rescue Department have entered into an innovative partnership aimed at the joint further development of the PANTHER 6x6 electric through to series production. The pre-series vehicle will be delivered in mid-2025 and will operate at Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL), making it the first airport to receive a PANTHER 6x6 electric.  6-month test phase The Dallas Fire-Rescue Department plays an important role as a cooperation partner. During the approximat...

Hochiki Europe, a globally renowned provider of innovative life safety solutions, is excited to announce its partnership with NBS, a construction specification platform. This collaboration aims to streamline the specification process for specifiers, making it easier than ever to incorporate Hochiki’s market-renowned products into building projects. Range of life safety products By joining NBS Source, Hochiki Europe will have 50 products listed across its comprehensive range of life safe...

Cygnus, a pioneer EN 54 certified, 100% wireless fire detection and alarm systems is pleased to announce that SmartNet has won the Security or Fire Solution of the Year category at the prestigious Security & Fire Excellence Awards 2024. Fire Solution of the Year Stephen Marsh, Head of Sales at Cygnus, comments, "We are thrilled to win the Security or Fire Solution of the Year award at this year’s Security & Fire Excellence Awards. SmartNet is a ground-breaking fire detection and...

The National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) released its third annual Industry Trends Survey, which reveals skilled worker sentiments around the current state of labor, training, and technology on the jobsite. The survey provides a look at what the skilled trades industry can expect in each of these areas in 2025.  Major Challenges in 2025  Exactly half of skilled tradespeople identified a shortage of qualified candidates as the top challenge for workers this year. This...

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation business, is pleased to announce its authorized dealer, Safety Source Fire, has launched a new fire apparatus service division, Safety Source Mechanical, to serve customers throughout Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. Safety Source Fire, headquartered in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, will offer a range of maintenance and repair services for fire apparatus, further enhancing its support for the firefighting community across Atlantic Canada. Safety Source...

Restaurants face particular fire risks that are not present in other environments. With the open flames, paper products, cleaning chemicals, cooking oils, electrical connections, and hot equipment hazards from cooking processes have all of the materials for a fire to blaze out of control. In addition to juggling the daily challenges of operating a profitable restaurant, fire safety management is very likely to be the last thing on the restaurateur's mind. It's important to Implement Fire Safet...

Central Shopping Center in Caroline Springs is a vibrant retail hub located in the western suburbs of Melbourne, Australia. It serves as a central destination for the local community, offering a wide range of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. The center houses major supermarkets, fashion retailers, specialty stores, and services like health and beauty salons. Highest standards of fire safety In addition to its retail outlets, the shopping center features a food court with various...

There are many ways for a fire to occur in a childcare center, but there are far more ways to reduce the chances of it.  With the help of a fire safety plan, childcare centers can gain a good level of safety without worrying about mishaps and create a Fire-safe Childcare Centre. Corresponding action plan Establishing a Fire-safe Childcare Centre Plan involves these three major steps: Identifying And Assessing The Hazards - While it may not look like childcare centers are prone to danger...

If someone asks a random staff member if they know all the exit routes in the building or if they know how to determine fire extinguisher types and they say 'no', the medical center might be at risk. The importance of creating a foolproof healthcare fire safety plan is as important as the lives in the health facility. Healthcare fire safety plan Hence, this practical guide: Constituting An Emergency - It is necessary to be able to assess a situation and whether it qualifies as an emergency....

CED Fire Protection were engaged to carry out the dry fire protection to this Ferntree Gully 3 level mixed use apartment building with 6 shops, 18 apartments and basement. As part of their works, they installed the Ampac fire indicator panel FIP with BOWS building occupancy system, smoke and heat detection was installed, as well as integrating control to security and mechanical services.

CED Fire Protection was engaged to carry out the dry fire protection at this Diamond Creek child care facility. As part of their works, they installed a Pertronics fire indicator panel FIP with BOWS building occupancy system, smoke and heat detection was installed, as well as integrating control to security and mechanical services.

CED Fire Protection was engaged to carry out the dry fire protection at the Doncaster 5-level apartment building designed by Clare Hopkins Clarke. As part of the work, they installed an Ampac fire indicator panel FIP with BOWS building occupancy system, smoke and heat detection was installed, as well as integrating control to security and mechanical services.

CED Fire Protection were engaged to carry out the dry fire protection to the Glen Iris 4-level apartment building consisting of 16 high-end apartments with one large basement designed by Ewert Leaf. As part of the work, they installed a Pertronic fire indicator panel FIP with BOWS building occupancy system, smoke and heat detection was installed, as well as integrating control to security and mechanical services.

Passionate Fire is excited to announce their collaboration with The Boat Rack on the proposed Boat Storage Facility at Williamstown Marine Center, located in the heart of Victoria’s bustling marine district. This innovative project will feature four distinct buildings, two of which will house two-floor offices and workshops. These buildings will be seamlessly integrated with the main storage facility, designed to accommodate a wide range of vessels, offering state-of-the-art storage solut...

CED Fire Protection was engaged to carry out the dry fire protection for large modular projects for multiple modular builders. As part of the work, they installed cabling, thermal, and heat detection, including integration to access control and mechanical systems.

CED Fire Protection was engaged to carry out the dry fire protection to this 16-level social housing apartment building, consisting of 151 one and two-bedroom apartments, ground floor and communal space, and basement carpark at a build cost of 61 million. As part of the work, they installed an Ampac FIP fire indicator panel with an emergency warning intercommunication system EWIS, WIP phones, smoke, and heat detection, as well as integrating control to sprinklers, security, and mechanical servi...

Warehouse Boundary Road Truganina enjoys prime access to major transport routes, positioning it as an ideal hub for logistics and distribution operations.  With its expansive floor space and lofty ceilings, the warehouse offers abundant room for the storage and manoeuvring of goods. In addition to its practicality, the location on Boundary Road in Truganina provides convenience for businesses seeking proximity to key suppliers and markets. Vibrant industrial community Surrounded by a vi...

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation business, announced Reliant Fire Apparatus, Inc. has expanded its exclusive Pierce dealership territory to include all of Wisconsin in addition to its current coverage of southern Wisconsin and Iowa. This expansion exemplifies Reliant Fire Apparatus’ position as a major provider of fire apparatus sales and service across the region. guidance and support Reliant Fire Apparatus has been a trusted Pierce dealer since its founding in 1994, d...

CED Fire Protection was engaged to carry out the dry fire protection to this Ringwood 4 level apartment building with 24 apartments and basement. As part of their work, they installed the Ampac fire indicator panel FIP with BOWS building occupancy system, smoke and heat detection was installed, as well as integrating control to security and mechanical services.

CED Fire Protection was engaged to carry out the dry fire protection for the Total Tools Factory Complex, a large retail establishment located in Warrnambool. As part of their works, they installed a fire indicator panel FIP with BOWS building occupancy system, smoke and heat detection was installed, as well as integrating control to security and mechanical services.

CED Fire Protection was engaged to carry out the dry fire protection to the Albert Park 3-level office building. As part of the work, they installed an Ampac fire indicator panel FIP with BOWS building occupancy system, smoke and heat detection was installed, as well as integrating control to security and mechanical services.