Fire Industry News for January 2022

A wireless fire safety solutions specialist is encouraging holiday park and campsite owners to use the quieter winter downtime period effectively, by reviewing fire safety ahead of peak seasons.   Fire constitutes one of the biggest risks to the total loss of a park home, with the dangers increasing significantly for sites set within natural woodland. To help stop and prevent a fire from destroying a holiday park site, investing in appropriate fire detection and alert system is important a...

The importance of fire alarms is well understood these days, but not every building has the same requirements. That means there are several different fire alarm types that the premises could be fitted with, and while they all have the same aim – alerting people to a fire early enough to help save lives – they all work a little differently. TVF provide new installations and maintenance of fire alarm systems across the UK. TVF (UK) Limited guides through four of the main alarm types,...

The everyday clothes are made of traditional materials such as cotton, wool, linen, and leather. While some are plant-based or animal-based; many other garments are composed of synthetic fibers. The company is sure fabrics hardly cross the mind. Suppose a user is a firefighter, utility worker, electrician, electric utility lineman, military aviator, or a race car driver. In that case, the user will be familiar with synthetic fibers such as Aramid blends for FR protection, a treated fabric cre...

Since the early 1960s, the US Forest Service has gone through one color change and several shirt iterations to improve firefighter safety.  Did the users know the yellow shirts worn in wildland firefighting today were originally orange? These orange shirts were often mistaken for fire by aircrafts carrying fire retardants, and due to the confusion, they often sprayed down the fire crews holding the line. A “Single Engine Airtanker (SEAT) can deliver up to 800 gallons of fir...

Technology company ZF has received a major order for its digital connectivity solution ZF Rescue Connect from Albert Ziegler GmbH, one of the manufacturers of firefighting vehicles. The deal is one of the largest framework contracts for digital services ever awarded to ZF. Digital services From the beginning of 2022, ZIEGLER will equip new vehicles with ZF Rescue Connect as an option and offer digital services to its end customers. In addition, ZF and ZIEGLER have agreed on a strategic partner...

NFCC welcomed the progress of the Building Safety Bill, as it completed its third reading in the House of Commons on 19 January 2022. Following the debate, Mark Hardingham, NFCC Chair said, “The Building Safety Bill is a crucial piece of legislation to improve the fire and building safety landscape both now and in the future."  “We particularly welcomed the detailed contributions from Members across the House, including those speaking on behalf of residents and leaseholders in...

Chubb’s global business and CriticalArc have joined forces to enable SafeZone, CriticalArc’s award-winning cloud-based safety, security, and emergency management solution to be offered to Chubb customers through its connected services offering, Chubb VisiON+. Chubb is a part of APi Group, a global business services provider of safety and specialty services. The investment by both companies in the development of a streamlined, cohesive offering delivers far-reaching be...

Registration is now open for the National Volunteer Fire Council’s (NVFC) 2022 Health & Safety Training Summit. The Summit will take place from Friday, June 24 to Saturday, June 25, 2022, in Orlando, Florida, USA. The conference is open to all volunteer firefighters, EMS providers, department leadership, and other fire department personnel from across the United States. 2022 Health & Safety Training Summit This two-day classroom-based training is an opportunity to learn from lea...

The search for power solutions to decarbonize commercial vehicles and off-highway equipment took an exciting turn in the summer of 2021, with an announcement from Cummins, Inc. Cummins’s hydrogen-fueled engine development program is one of the company’s latest steps to advance zero-carbon technology. Customers are taking notice and so are governments. Indeed, judging by some reactions, it's almost as if Cummins has just reinvented the internal combustion engine (ICE). Of course, pro...

Regulations limiting greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) from motor vehicles are tightening around the world. With this, both hydrogen engines and hydrogen fuel cells are receiving an increasing interest. Net zero CO2 emissions goals Given medium and heavy-duty trucks are major sources of CO2 emissions, the transportation sector’s journey to destination net zero CO2 emission features both technologies. As more truck makers join the ranks of auto companies developing CO2-free or CO2-neutral...

The U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) has awarded L3Harris Technologies (L3Harris) a competitive 10-year, US$ 750 million single-award IDIQ contract for multi-channel, hand-held and vehicular radio systems. The L3Harris Falcon IV family of man-pack and hand-held radios, selected by the U.S. Marine Corps have been broadly adopted by the U.S. Army, U.S. Special Operations Command, U.S. Air Force and a growing number of key allies, in order to provide secure, resilient and interoperable communications capa...

At Cosy Owl we supply a wide range of fragrance oils and essential oils, predominantly for use in candle making, as well as soaps and other similar products. Whilst we make every effort to ensure the quality and safety of our products, it is important to understand when handling and using these products that there are some inherent risks. Speaking about this topic is Managing Director Richard Fewings of Cosy Owl… First, let’s clear up the difference between essential oils and fragr...

The Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support celebrated the retirement of three civilian employees, during a ceremony held on Jan. 26, 2022, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. Lauren Marie Lohr of the Medical supply chain, retired after 41 years of service, Robert DiPentima of the Clothing and Textiles supply chain, retired after 40 years of service and Linda Farrell, also from the Clothing and Textiles supply chain, retired after eight years of service. DLA Troop Support retirees honored Thei...

Defense Logistics Agency’s (DLA) Distribution Susquehanna, Pennsylvania, Special Commodities Branch has won the DLA’s Team Performance of the Year Award, in the medium team category. Within this dedicated group of 42 employees, over 530 years of practical floor experience and high levels of technical expertise combine to drive and shape the day-to-day operation of cold chain management for DDSP.  The Special Commodities Branch The Special Commodities Branch is responsible for...

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), in partnership with the Washington State Military Department’s Emergency Management Division, will open a Disaster Recovery Center on Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022, in Ferndale, Whatcom County, Washington, USA, in order to help survivors of the November flooding and mudslides. New Disaster Recovery Center The new recovery center’s location will be Ferndale Chamber of Commerce, 2007 Cherry Street, in Ferndale, Washington The new recovery cente...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings launches the Tyco Series LFII Residential 4.9 K-factor Lead-Free for 13D Sprinkler. The concealed pendent sprinkler is manufactured with a polymeric material that carries anti-heat and anti-corrosion properties, making it ideal for long-lasting dependable fire protection in residential occupancies. It is the first fire sprinkler to be certified to ANSI/UL 199, the Standard for Automatic Sprinklers for Fire-Protec...

Partnering together, two Australian jurisdictions are maximizing their investment to ensure Australians are safe from bushfires for the next four years. Conair’s Dash 8-400 air tanker will be staying on the continent year-round under a new contract that shares resources.

Dr. Marc Langendorf (48) has taken over as Head of Communications and Public Affairs at MAN Truck & Bus. He previously worked for Telefónica, where he was most recently Head of Communications for Telefónica Deutschland / o2. Marc Langendorf succeeds Pietro Zollino, who already moved to the parent company TRATON GROUP as Head of Group Communications, Governmental Relations & Sustainability on 1 November 2021. Financial press relations MAN is undergoing the biggest transfo...

Oshkosh Airport Products, LLC, an Oshkosh Corporation Company, announced the Yellowknife Airport (YZF), located in Canada’s Northwest Territories, has taken delivery of an Oshkosh Airport Products Striker 6x6 ARFF vehicle. Sold through dealer Commercial Emergency Equipment Co. and delivered in late December 2021, the new ARFF truck will support the completion of a fleet renewal for emergency services at the Yellowknife Airport. Post-delivery inspection and extensive training have begun...

Cummins Inc. Chairman and CEO Tom Linebarger were in Washington, D.C. speaking at a White House event focused on the Build Back Better Act. He joined President Joe Biden and several other business CEOs. Linebarger was one of three CEOs to have a speaking role during the formal press portion.  During his public and private discussions with President Biden and the other business leaders, Linebarger voiced his support for advancing the Build Back Better Act because of its provisions that addr...

True North Gear knows a worker's job is one of the toughest. That’s why it takes time to develop, research, and test the products before they sell them. They design products with workers in mind. That is no different with its new High Line™ Pant. One of the trial wearers provided a little snippet of his experience, " A few things stood out about the pants. They are roomy, comfy, you don't feel bound up, a lot of room to breathe, and they're cool on a hot day." The High Line&t...

More than a one-time item, The Shield™ Jacket has initially introduced nearly eight years ago as the first rain-resistant, stretch FR softshell garment. It's crafted for utility and industrial safety workers and built for colder climates. The Shield™ Jacket went through several design iterations and an upgrade to the fabric. While the initial version of the Shield jacket was prevalent, DragonWear received a lot of positive feedback and suggestions on how to make the jacket even...

The High Line™ Shirt is DragonWear's first fire-resistant button-down FR shirt created for utility and industrial safety workers. The newest addition to the High Line™ collection is now available. Fabric specification Designed for a modern fit that provides optimal performance and comfort for easy movement when on the job, and style. Made in the USA, The High Line Shirt is made of Tecasafe, a Tri-fiber FR blend, from Tencate. This Tri-Fiber FR blend offers a synergistic offeri...

Trinity Fire & Security Systems announces that it has been appointed as an Authorised Tyco distributor for the Ansul R-102 Restaurant Fire Suppression System. Ansul R-102, Restaurant Suppression System The need to provide continuity in a commercial kitchen is key to the survival of the business, which is why Trinity offers the class-pioneering Ansul R-102, Restaurant Suppression System to stop fires rapidly, at the source. With more 3rd party accreditations under UL-300 and LPS-1223, than...

When a fire develops past the point that a portable extinguisher can cope, and where a fixed fire suppression system is not installed, Trinity’s Fire Suppression Tool (FST) can be effectively deployed by hand in a matter of seconds within an enclosed environment. Simply activated by removing the safety device and pulling the electronic activator, the user has eight seconds to deploy the unit before it becomes active to nullify the fire condition. Fire Suppression Tool The FST is effecti...

Preparations to re-start the world’s leading trade fair for the fire-fighting, rescue, and emergency services, civil protection, safety, and security are well underway. INTERSCHUTZ will take place from 22-25 June 2022 as a live physical event and, for the first time, will be supplemented by an online component, thus considerably extending its outreach. The core of the event will remain the face-to-face interaction between exhibitors and visitors from every sector, in...

Industry-certified processes, stringent quality control, dedicated workforce skills, and the latest productiontechnologies underpin manufacturing excellence at Teledyne Gas & Flame Detection. Comprising the Teledyne Oldham Simtronics, Teledyne Gas Measurement Instruments and Teledyne Detcon brands, the company’s meticulously designed and controlled production operations help impart its core product attribute: safety. gas and flame detection solutions Robust and quality-centric manuf...

BAFSA has received a belated report of a Sprinkler Save which occurred on 24th November 2021. London Fire Brigade has reported a sprinkler actuation of the Ilford Academy’s sprinkler system following a fire in a waste bin located in a changing room. One concealed sprinkler head operated suppressing, extinguished the fire preventing the fire from spreading from the room of origin. Total property area damaged by fire estimated to be under 5 square meters. The cause of the fire is under inve...

As one of the industry’s leading trade events, it was great to have Intersec back on the tradeshow calendar and it was even more pleasing to see the show supported by many exhibitors and visitors. The DT team took up their usual space in Hall 4 and was supported by distribution partners for the Middle East – Novus Fire & Security. Throughout the three days, the DT stand welcomed more than 200 people and hosted numerous meetings with customers and local authorities, it was grea...

Eurotech is proud to introduce the latest in fire alarm technology, the world’s first fully touch screen, EN54 certified fire alarm panel. Launched to the industry immediately, the Toccare touch screen intelligent fire alarm panel is the first truly aesthetically designed fire alarm panel developed to slip seamlessly into high-end, exclusive surroundings. The Toccare range of fire alarm panels sit unimposingly in design-led apartment buildings, prestigious hotels, and high-end office buil...