Fire Industry News for January 2025

With the emergence of electric vehicles (EVs) on the roadways, the fire industry is facing new risks. The risks are largely attributed to high voltage batteries which power EVs. High-voltage EV batteries come in many variations but are most commonly of the lithium-ion type. The batteries, which are generally constructed of a series of cells, can enter a state called thermal runaway. When this happens, the battery’s cells burn continuously until de-energized. Voltage levels in EV batterie...

With the increased number of electric vehicles on the road today and projections for the majority of cars having lithium ion and other special batteries in the near future, first responders are faced with new challenges in handling disasters. Battery fires present unique fire hazards, and while there is no emergency response guide or an accepted way to handle these fires, they are offering a way to Contain – Control – Isolate (CCI), preventing fire spread and further damage from tox...

The EM 2000 is available in both two-stage and single-stage configurations. The EM has been an incredibly solid product for Metro customers.  New customers, including Edmonton, Charlotte, and Toronto, as well as longtime Darley Demanders Cleveland, Tacoma, Beijing, and many others, have demanded the EM pump, reporting extremely low total cost of ownership and unparalleled reliability and longevity. enhanced CFD programs While they are proud of the consistently positive fee...

Darley is proud to bring the Limestone Fire Protection District in Claremore, OK, two new rigs to add to their fleet.  The Limestone Fire Protection District in Claremore, OK wanted to complement their other Darley Heavy rescue with light rescue rigs that could offer quicker response times to the lighter incidents. So, they chose Darley to build them. These two new rigs are built on a Ram 5500 4 x 4, four-door chassis with Cummins diesel engines. PTO-driven 250 GPM Darley HM fire pump...

Fire extinguishers. Just their presence provides employees with a sense of security. They indicate a desire for safety. “I’m safe. There’s the fire extinguisher.”  Few employers and employees, however, think of the next step. That they’ll actually have to use it. Yet, most of them have no idea how. This means they are exposing their employees to increased risk of injury through the use of fire extinguishers without training on their use and on the basics...

Over the years, turnout gear has improved, becoming lighter and more efficient at shielding radiant heat. Though, an often-overlooked improvement in turnout gear is the increased pocket space. Not willing to let a good thing go to waste, firefighters have taken to stuffing every pocket they can find with a tool or item they can use. Piece of firefighting equipment At Darley, they’re constantly striving to bring them the practical, reliable equipment they deserve Firefighters are a sent...

Wildland firefighters are an elite group of men and women who have chosen a career in one of the most stressful, taxing, and dangerous jobs. Despite this, it’s one of the most rewarding and important jobs in the fire industry. To understand the life of a wildland firefighter one has only to look at their most important pieces of equipment. Option for putting out fires The Pulaski Axe and the McLeod tool are the bread and butter of the wildland firefighter The Pulaski Axe and the McLeod...

 On January 5, the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) awarded Darley Defense a contract on the 5th iteration of the Special Operational Equipment (SOE) Tailored Logistics Support (TLS) Program. The award, made to Darley and five other contractors, is valued at $33 Billion over a 10-year period. The award has a two-year base contract with four two-year option periods. It is an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract that enables Federal customers to order commercial-off-the-shel...

The need for safe firefighter training must be balanced with sufficient challenge to prepare firefighters for the unpredictable nature of the fire ground of the future. Training must not be so controlled as to give firefighters a false sense of security, nor can it disregard established safety procedures for the sake of increased realism. To maintain an effective cadre of firefighters and officers, the fire service must find new and dynamic ways to train personnel to act in a safe, decisive man...

There is a rule of thumb that a fire will double in size every minute, which means putting out a fire quickly can drastically reduce the amount of danger and damage it can cause. One of the biggest changes in firefighter speed and effectiveness in the past 50 years has come with the introduction of Compressed Air Foam Systems. ODIN CAF Systems ODIN is known for its industry-renowned CAF Systems; its systems can improve firefighter effectiveness by up to 400%. CAFS have been pioneered and prov...

The Darley catalog has arrived and with it brings the newest and most innovative products for first responders. This year has forced departments to adapt and find new ways to safely assist their communities. Darley recognizes this 'new normal', embraces change, and the catalog reflects these changing needs.   Frequenters of the catalogs will notice the new Infection Control PPE section. With COVID-19 making its way through the world, first responders need to have access to the latest...

Team Equipment, Inc., Time Tested, Time Trusted, since 1985. If they have any experience with Team’s products, then they already know it’s more than just a slogan. The team’s commitment is to provide the highest quality, most reliable, and well-thought-out fire rescue tools and kits in the industry. Fire, Rescue, and Hazmat departments The team’s story began when company founder John Geras moved his family down to Florida in 1985 The team’s story began when comp...

A Firefighter’s training is incredibly important; lives can be lost because of ineffective training. Collin and Justin saw a problem firefighters had when training with their SCBA bottles, and created a solution. The Blastmask gives a firefighter the ability to train with their SCBA without having to constantly refill air bottles. It’s important to note that the Blastmask is a supplemental training device, and is not meant to replace SCBA training with air, but allow firefighters to...

Ohler pumps stand for quality, service, and reliability. Ohler has over 50 years of experience in the pump-building industry. They stand out by using innovative processes to achieve timely deliveries, building excellent relationships with their customers. Ohler leverages their history in the pump industry to provide the best product for the job, whether it is for water, trash, or fuel transfer; Ohler has it covered. Ohler’s manufacturing facilities Ohler’s manufacturing facilities...

In Sydney, they have emergency exit lighting standards in place to make certain individuals have a secure path during an urgent situation as well as home fire safety. Regular emergency light testing and inspection are mandatory and essential for commercial buildings in Sydney. If a user happens to operate a business in a building, the user has to make sure the system is up to scratch. Standards Emergency Lighting There is a standard for emergency evacuation lighting in buildings. Th...

Fire departments need to know the equipment they use is durable and safe to use in extreme situations. Ziamatic designs products with quality and long-term durability in mind. With over 50 years of experience serving emergency services, Ziamatic brings quality, innovation, and flexibility to the industry. Ziamatic embodies quality in every tool. The fire industry requires a higher level of quality than most industries. Fire departments expect the products they purchase to be effective...

Fire protection systems and equipment are essential in maintaining the safety and security of employees, clients, and building occupants. It is important that they are properly installed and maintained well to ensure that they are functional when a fire emergency does arise. fire protection services Choosing the right fire protection services company to collaborate with can be a bit of a challenge. Some companies offer their services at a very low price sacrificing the quality of work. Here...

As a business owner or building manager, maintaining the safety of the employees, clients, and building occupants can be a tough job. Yet, this burden can be lifted by partnering with a trusted fire protection company. Deciding on which fire protection company to engage with can also be challenging as well. Every company has something to offer that may differ from others, especially when it comes to the cost and experience of services. A lot of questions arise like, how do users know whic...

On top of the list of responsibilities and duties of business owners and employees in maintaining the safety of its employers and clients. This includes safety, security, and protection against unwanted incidents such as a fire. Buildings are equipped with fire protection systems to promote safety and security, along with an efficient emergency evacuation plan. Checklist to manage extinguisher maintenance One of the most common equipment seen in a building is a fire extinguisher. They contain...

Over the years, fires have caused costly property damage and loss of lives. Explosions and fires account for about 3% of workplace injuries and the highest casualty rate among other probable workplace accidents. These are frequently caused by risk factors such as faulty gas lines, poor pipefitting, improper storage of combustible materials, and open flames. Due to the extremely dangerous impact of these accidents, some steps should be undertaken to maintain and ensure Penrith store fire safety...

One of the aspects in achieving a successful business is providing safety, security and protection for the employees, staff and clients in all forms. Included in these responsibilities is making sure that the business is prepared for emergencies at all times. One of this catastrophic emergencies is fire. Fire is one of the most difficult adversaries of a business. But, this can be reduced by laying out a comprehensive fire protection plan. The main goal in the design process of a Sydney East...

Fires are beneficial when properly used; they can be used for cooking, heating, lighting, and so on. However, when left unattended or uncontrolled can be devastating. Uncontrolled fires can be costly; they cause expensive damage to property and equipment, destroy important files, and worst, death. All types of buildings have different levels of fire risks. A warehouse facility can have a higher risk of fire because of how the building is used and the assortment of things stored and kept inside....

In this modern age, FCF has grown to rely much of its lives on electricity. The benefits of electricity are countless; day in and day out, FCF uses electricity to power up their appliances and electronic gadgets.  However, it also presents a lot of potential safety hazards in any home, office, or factory such as electrocution and fire. These hazards can be mitigated and reduced by taking the necessary steps to eliminate the threat with the help of a competent electrician. electrical servi...

For over a decade, ODIN Foam has been designing and building PTO-driven compressor packages to allow fire trucks to produce quality Compressed Air Foam. The system is designed for mini-pumpers, rescue pumpers, retro-fits, tactical tenders, wildland interface, and more. While keeping the same high quality and performance, ODIN Foam has designed the module to be much smaller to allow for the large storage space requirements of the industry.  Smart Air Display While cutting the size by 20%,...

Many assume that fire alarms are unnecessary, but in reality it is one of the most fundamental fire safety measures to consider is installing a fire alarm system. In the case of fire or emergency, the alarms alert everyone who is busy, working, or sleeping. They give off an early warning, before the fire goes out of hand. Australian Standards The significance of having a well-functioning fire alarm system cannot be overstated in fire safety The significance of having a well-functioning fire...

Exit and emergency lighting standards provide certainty that the goods and services are safe and trustworthy. These standards protect the merchandizers, customers, and end users. It is important that they are learned, understood and complied. Exit and emergency lighting saves a lot of lives by ensuring a safe egress. In an emergency, occupants have mere minutes to escape and oftentimes have to escape in darkness, due to dense smoke or power outages. The emergency lights illuminate the routes to...

Fire penetrations are considered passive fire protection. They are openings in a wall or floor assembly required to have a fire-resistance rating; they may be fabricated by the use of a cast-in-place sleeve. The purpose of these is to accommodate the passage of an electrical, mechanical, or structural penetrant. Penetrations may or may not have a firestop system. fire-stopping procedures Service contractors bore penetrations in walls, ceilings, floors, and other structural components of the b...

An essential part of the fire sprinkler system's water supply is the fire pump. It can be powered by electric, diesel or steam. The pump intake is connected to the public underground water supply piping or a static water source such as tanks, reservoirs, or lakes. The pump sets provide a higher pressure of water flow for the sprinkler system risers and hose standpipes. The fire pump activates when the pressure in the fire sprinkler system drops below the baseline. This is triggered when one or...

Protecting the family, home, and business is always the first priority, especially in areas prone to wildfires. The household or establishment must always be prepared and protected for untoward circumstances. One way of being prepared is to have a plan intended for an emergency, as well as organizing and maintaining the property and ensuring that there is adequate water storage on site. Fire suppression systems Fire water storage tanks supply a dedicated source of water set to support automat...

A fire sprinkler system consists of a water supply that provides adequate pressure and flow rate to a water distribution piping system where fire sprinkler heads are connected. Fire sprinklers were first notable in factories and large commercial buildings, but now, systems for homes and small buildings are now available at an economical price. Over 96% of fires were controlled in buildings completely installed with fire sprinkler systems. Installing fire sprinklers is a good investment in prot...