Fire Industry News for July 2024

The chances are users are familiar with a whole host of fire safety signs. Fire exits, extinguishers, and alarm signs are common in a whole host of day-to-day environments, including in supermarkets, clothing stores, cinemas, and more. If users run, own, or manage a business or commercial organization, fire signage should play a crucial role in commercial fire safety procedures.  fire signage Not only can they help direct people to evacuation routes during an emergency, but they can...

Fire can ravage a workplace, causing destruction to the business’ property and risking the lives of the employees. fire safety training With this in mind, having appropriate fire safety procedures in place is vital to keep people and property protected. This includes fire safety training, which gives people within the organization the skills needed to be a designated fire warden, implement the relevant fire safety processes, and keep people safe.     ...

Innovation has been the driving force behind Oshkosh Airport Products and the technology exclusively engineered for their aircraft rescue and fire fighting (ARFF) vehicles. The continual evolution of these ARFF vehicles allows airport rescue crews to be armed with the most advanced fire suppression technology, chassis performance, safety systems, ergonomic design, and durability. Oshkosh ECO EFP™ testing system One of the most notable features of the Oshkosh® Striker® ARFF vehic...

In what is an obvious statement, the world changed forever upon the discovery and implementation of electricity. Whether or not the tale of Benjamin Franklin being the true discoverer of electricity with a kite is completely accurate does not matter, but what does is the fact that electric innovations have routinely revolutionized every industry, including the automotive and firefighting industries.  conventional ICE For decades, conventional internal combustion engines were, and still a...

Lithium-ion batteries are commonplace in a whole host of applications. From smartphones to laptops, the majority of electronic devices will include lithium-ion batteries, meaning workplaces throughout the country are likely to include copious amounts of them.  While they’re extremely useful, they also present a fire risk. Primarily, careless waste management of these batteries has been known to result in the breakout of fire, with the Environmental Services Association (ESA) stating...

FieldEquip team is excited to announce the launch of its new logo and website, signifying modernization and automation through technology. The rebranding of FieldEquip is a part of the company’s communication strategy aiming to promote their expanded features and services designed to add value by providing gainful efficiencies to field service operations.  The 'cloud-technology' icon in the new logo symbolizes the diverse approaches and technologies used by FieldEquip to develop...

Oshkosh Airport Products, a division of Pierce Manufacturing Inc., and a subsidiary of Oshkosh Corporation, announced Ghana Airports Company Limited has taken delivery of two Oshkosh® Airport Products Striker® 6x6 ARFF vehicles. The vehicles will support emergency operations at two of the region’s largest airfields, including Kumasi International Airport and Tamale International Airport, which serve over 600,000 travelers annually. Adding to a full Oshkosh Airport Products fleet,...

In the chemical industry, the importance of efficient inventory management cannot be overstated. With complex regulatory requirements, safety concerns, and the need to optimize operations, organizations are increasingly turning to chemical inventory management software. Chemical management software enables businesses to streamline their inventory processes, track stock levels, monitor expiration dates, and ensure compliance with safety standards. Users leveraging advanced chemical inventory man...

A vehicle’s suspension may often be overlooked or undervalued by the typical car shopper. But to those in the Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) industry, the suspension of a firefighting vehicle is a critical component that should be closely evaluated based on a fire department’s needs. TAK-4® independent suspension The patented Oshkosh® TAK-4® independent suspension is engineered as a standard feature on the Oshkosh Striker® ARFF. This technology increases t...

Dyne Fire Protection Labs is excited to announce that Grant Lobdell has been promoted to President of Dyne Fire Protection Labs. Grant Lobdell started at Dyne in 2013 as a Laboratory Technician. He managed the laboratory from 2014 to 2019, before moving to the General Manager position in 2020. Please join Dyne Fire Protection Labs in congratulating Grant Lobdell on the promotion, as well as 10 years of service.

When it comes to commercial fire safety, a wide range of regulations and legislation must be followed.  One of the most fundamental aspects of fire safety within a business or commercial organization is the fire safety equipment that is used to protect people if a fire does occur. Typically, this takes the form of fire extinguishers.  fire fighting equipment According to the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, it’s the legal responsibility of the owner of the premises...

Steel fireproofing is an essential element in order to protect against the potential risk of fire. It is a method of safeguarding a building and its occupants, and can be achieved in a variety of ways, such as the use of fire-resistant materials, fire-rated systems, and fire suppression systems. Fireproofing is critical for the safety of people, assets, and the environment. The structures people occupy have seen considerable development in the last 50 years, and fire protection is a significant...

Field service management software (FSM) plays a significant role in contemporary businesses by driving their productivity and company goals. The growing benefits of FSM software for businesses have made this software appealing to field businesses of all sizes. It helps businesses manage their teams and customer expectations with excellence and increase efficiency. FieldEquip Simplifies operations With FieldEquip, field service businesses can do all this while leveraging future-proof features...

The renewable energy revolution makes energy more affordable, enhances grid reliability amid increasing natural disruption, and reduces greenhouse gas emissions. But companies can do better by digitizing the renewable asset management processes to improve both the operational efficiency and sustainability of renewable energy assets. Digitalization has undoubtedly impacted every process in a green energy project, ranging from plant management and data processing to energy distribution and consum...

The Oshkosh Snozzle® High Reach Extendable Turret (HRET) has been a powerful firefighting tool for airport fire departments worldwide. It is a product that arms airport firefighting crews against the greatest, most extreme ARFF threats. Fires can be attacked from every angle, including from elevated positions, on the ground, and far below grade. It can penetrate fire on both sides of the aircraft with intense precision to cool tight spaces through doorways and overwing exits without ever st...

Inventory management is often a colossal gatekeeper to field service cash flow. Strategic inventory management is essential to any successful field service business. A few distinct features separate traditional inventory management from intelligent inventory management software solutions. Let’s take a look at the challenges of field spare parts inventory management and how users can get the right parts, in the right places, at the right times. Inventory Tracking and Visibility Intellige...

FieldEquip is pleased to announce the successful implementation of its cloud-based data-driven inventory management solution for Flo-Rite Fluids Inc., a global Oilfield Tool Rental Company in Texas, USA. FieldEquip’s advanced solution helped the company centralize all the workflows onto one platform and streamlined managing field and back-office transactions and processes. Flo-Rite Fluids Inc. needed a single-platform software solution that would give them complete visibility and history...

Facility maintenance scheduling software is a system that helps to schedule maintenance tasks for the facility. It allows them to set up a calendar, assign tasks and track them through completion. In addition to the scheduling functionality, some systems can also help with labor management and resource allocation. Such type of software can save time and resources, allowing them to focus on other aspects of the business. Facility maintenance scheduling software There are many different types o...

Dyne Fire Protection Labs is excited to announce the growth of the laboratory services to include a listed antifreeze verification service. The current, 2020 edition of NFPA 25, the Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems, states that 'Except as permitted by 5.3.4.4.1 and 5.3.4.4.3, all antifreeze systems shall utilize listed antifreeze solution'. One of the exceptions allows legacy solutions to continue to be used in systems installed prior...

Every fire emergency is different and may require various firefighting tools and strategies to safely and successfully save lives and limit damage to property and the environment. In addition to using the necessary fire trucks and other equipment, the proper firefighting agents must be used depending on the type of fire being suppressed. fire categories Fires are put into five separate categories, A, B, C, D, and K, largely based on what type of fuel is burning. Different categories require d...

Oshkosh Airport Products conducts a series of tests to ensure the Oshkosh Striker® vehicles are manufactured to comply with NFPA 414 standards. NFPA 414 specifies ARFF vehicle requirements which lead to superior performance in any terrain and a timely, safe, and effective ARFF response. The Oshkosh Airport Products team executes and documents NFPA 414 testing requirements as required in all development phases to ensure safe and reliable vehicles. Read more to understand how Oshkosh te...

The nature of most businesses demands fieldwork and switching to a more suitable software can help them cater to the evolving industry demands. Specifically, in the automation and industry 4.0 era, most field service organizations have turned to field service software to manage their fieldwork processes and bridge the communications gap amongst field technicians, personnel, back office, etc. So, if the business involves fieldwork, they must consider the ways field service companies can benefit...

Firefighters respond to emergencies in a wide variety of environments which require the proper type of equipment to safely and effectively get the job done. ARFF Airports are a particularly unique environment and utilize specialized Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting trucks, or ARFF trucks, that are designed to handle emergencies involving airplanes. You may have seen an airport fire truck operating on the tarmac while boarding a flight and noticed how different it looked compared to the fire t...

The 2021 edition of NFPA 11 Standard for Low-, Medium-, and High-Expansion Foam is now available. There are many changes from the 2016 edition. Synthetic Fluorine-Free Foam (SFFF) One is the inclusion of Synthetic Fluorine-Free Foam (SFFF), a new class of fire-fighting foam defined as 'Foam concentrate based on a mixture of hydrocarbon surface active agents that is not formulated to contain per- or poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)'. An additional change is the inclusion of NFPA 16 The Stand...

IoT technology is shaping the way the field service industry grows, providing new outlets of information and opportunity. With access to real-time monitoring and actionable insights, the industry is becoming more data-driven at the moment taking both the guesswork and groundwork out of field service management. Here is a closer look at IoT technology and how it is shaping the future of the field service industry. What is IoT Technology? IoT is an abbreviation for the Internet of Things. As th...

They are excited to announce that they have launched an online version of the foam, antifreeze, and dry chemical sample return form. This new interactive form allows them to log onto the dyneusa.com website and submit the sample information without ever needing a paper copy of the form. The information is filtered into the database. Once their samples arrive for testing, getting them in line in the lab is faster and easier.  Benefits of using the online form Convenient 24/7 online acce...

The Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), and machine learning (ML) technologies have taken machinery maintenance to new heights. These enhanced benefits have been especially important within the field service industry. FieldEquip is here to share the 3 key benefits these innovative technologies can have for equipment care.  IoT Independent Data Collection How do users collect data from machinery? Manual data collection requires extensive on-site presence, which makes t...

Cold weather brings on a whole new set of changes and challenges for any kind of vehicle. The Striker® aircraft rescue and fire fighting (ARFF) vehicle is no different. Below is a guide on key checkpoints to help ensure the Striker ARFF is operation-ready. Striker ARFF vehicle Verify the ARFF Truck Batteries are Working at Full Capacity The batteries onboard the Striker ARFF vehicle are lead acid batteries with lead plates in the electrolyte liquid The batteries onboard the Striker ARFF...

In the field service industry, proper inventory management is essential to a successful business. However, with spare parts stored across warehouses, stockrooms, and technician vehicles, it can be easy to let valuable inventory slip through the cracks. Let’s take a closer look at how you can effectively manage field spare parts inventory using the latest field service software. After all, inventory is an expense waiting to be converted into revenue. It is the mismanaging of spare parts i...

In an effort to move autonomous driving and vehicle safety forward, Texas Instruments (TI) has announced an expansion of its automotive offerings that can help automakers improve how advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) sense objects. TI’s new AWR2944 radar sensor TI’s new AWR2944 radar sensor adds to the company's extensive portfolio of analog and embedded processing products and technologies, giving automotive engineers more tools that can fuel vehicle innovation. The increa...