Fire Industry News for June 2022

When INTERSCHUTZ opens its doors in a few days' time (20 – 25 June), Hannover will become the international ‘blue light capital.’ Brand-new topics, innovations, and a broad supporting program consisting of conferences, competitions, workshops, and live training – all this is offered by the trade fair for fire brigades, rescue services, civil protection, and safety/security. Against the backdrop of the current geopolitical challenges, the accompanying humanitarian crises,...

The AW Technology team recently returned from Lithuania, where they were commissioning an 1800 smoke/heat test tunnel and providing training for its client ELDES.ELDES is a pioneer in the security manufacturing market, supplying products to over 70 countries worldwide and have manufactured over 1 Million IoT devices. Chris Atkiss, AW Technology Business Development Manager, commented, "It's always a pleasure to visit the beautiful country of Lithuania; we're thrilled to be able to help ELDES w...

Avon Protection is pleased to confirm the U.S. Department of Defense (“DoD”) has announced the award of a dual source contract to supply replacement M61 filters for the M50 mask system. Avon Protection will compete for each order of the $127 million contract over up to seven years, being a five-year base period plus two further one-year extension periods. Avon Protection anticipates receiving the contract and first-order shortly, with deliveries expected to commence in the 2021 fina...

Avon Protection is pleased to announce the launch of the CFP100 Particulate Filter, a development driven by increased demand for particulate protection as a result of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic. The NIOSH-approved CFP100 Particulate Filter compliments Avon Protection’s leading respiratory protection portfolio, adapting proven technology to create their lightest and most comfortable filter canister to date. CFP100 Particulate Filter This development was an immediate response to the changing...

For both urban and wildland settings, VIKING Life-Saving Equipment has addressed the needs of firefighters to develop a new series introducing two new fire suits to meet new demands for function and comfort. VIKING Life-Saving Equipment has launched two new generation fire suits which offer higher standards in protective performance, with one designed specifically for structural firefighting and the other for technical rescue and wildland firefighting. structural fire suits with enhanced perfo...

“A challenging world is an alert world and from challenge comes change” - Internationalwomensday.com. Avon Protection is celebrating International Women’s Day. It wants to thank and applaud all the courageous and empowering women who risk their lives every day. Women have successfully fought for their rights to join their male counterparts on the ground and after many decades of challenging their roles, many countries have opened all armed forces and combat roles to women...

Avon Protection has donated nine thermal imaging cameras to Nepalese charity, Karma Flights, to help them in their search and rescue operations. Thermal Imaging Camera donation Karma Flights are a non-profit organization based in Nepal. A group of volunteers works to improve schools, install water supplies in villages, improve medical facilities in remote areas as well many other projects around Nepal. One of the things Karma Flights do is act as first responders to landslides and earthquakes...

Avon Protection has received an order to supply two NATO Nations and one Partner, Belgium, Finland, and Norway with their CBRN respiratory protection including FM50 mask systems, filters, spares, and accessories.   operational flexibility The FM50 provides operational flexibility required by NATO Allies and Partners forces; designed to protect troops in the most demanding of environments. Developed in conjunction with the United States Department of Defense to counter the multiple C...

Avon Protection is pleased to confirm the award of a sole-source contract worth up to $93 million to develop and supply the U.S. Army with the Next-Generation Integrated Head Protection System.  The contract will follow the existing low-rate initial production contract for the Integrated Head Protection System which comes to an end in 2021. Integrated Head Protection System Commenting, Paul McDonald, Chief Executive Officer, said, “I am delighted that Avon Protection will continue...

Avon Protection announces that its argus range of thermal imaging cameras has been certified to levels outlined in the 2021 edition of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)1801, Standard on Thermal Imagers for the Fire Service. Argus thermal imaging cameras The argus range includes the Mi-TIC E, Mi-TIC E L, Mi-TIC 320, and Mi-TIC S models. Once again, Avon Protection offers the largest, most diverse, lightweight range of NFPA-compliant thermal imaging cameras. The 2021 edition of NFPA 1...

A pioneer in CBRN and ballistic protection, Avon Protection will be showcasing its latest integrated protection solutions at Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI) Exhibition, 14-17th September. Building on its position at the forefront of CBRN solutions, Avon Protection will be demonstrating its future CBRN capability which includes Avon’s 50 series respirators: alongside helmets, CBRN suits, boots, and gloves. Integrated Personal Protective Equipment As an innovative capa...

More than half of all Norfolk house fires last year started in the kitchen, with more than 200 blazes across the county being linked to cooking. Figures released by Norfolk Fire & Rescue Service as part of Home Fire Safety Week show that, in 2021, crews attended 389 fires in homes across the county, with 221 starting in the kitchen. Cooking-related causes included cookers (99), cooking rings/ hotplates (50), and grills/toasters (22) with other sources being microwaves and deep fat fryers....

GORE-TEX Professional (Gore) raises protection for technical rescue teams to a new level with the introduction of a unique fabric that enhances comfort while protecting from blood-borne and viral pathogens as well as flash fire. The new GORE-TEX CROSSTECH® PYRAD® stretch fabric pushes the envelope for high-performance rescue garments, combining four of Gore’s proven technologies in technical rescue activities. This achieves unprecedented freedom of movement and mobility, while als...

Having the right fire extinguishers for the business or commercial property is important in ensuring users are protecting their business and the employees, as well as ensuring they abide by current regulations. Below Thameside outlines the four main fire extinguishers users will need to protect their business and meet current fire safety regulations. The most common fire extinguisher type for class A fires, water fire extinguishers are essential for most premises. Providing a cooling effect on...

C-TEC is exhibiting at Housing 2022 exhibition, which is taking place from June 28 to June 30, 2022, in Manchester Central, Manchester, United Kingdom (UK). With over 300 exhibitors and an action-packed program of seminars, networking events and debates, the Chartered Institute of Housing’s annual Housing event is the place to be for a local council, housing association, developer or housing professional. C-TEC’s innovative solutions at Housing 2022 C-TEC will be exhibiting a host...

Avon Protection announce the launch of the Core Intelligent; a heated undersuit that maintains diver body temperature in all water conditions. Global Militaries are realizing the impact of Non-Freezing Cold Injury (NFCI) and its effect on both training and operations. In the diving sphere, the prevalence and diagnosis of this injury are on the rise, particularly with the adoption of diver propulsion systems and underwater vehicles.  Core Intelligent undersuit The Core Intelligent under...

Avon Protection was delighted to pick up an award at The Plastics Industry Awards event on 2nd December for the Best International Industrial Product Design 2021 for the CH15 Compact CBRN Escape Hood. Now in its 20th year, the Plastics Industry Awards is the forum for recognizing and rewarding excellence in an increasingly competitive market. Launched in 2001, and held annually in London, this event is dedicated to rewarding innovation and exceptional performance. CH15 escape hood &...

RESCUE Intellitech AB, the innovative Swedish manufacturer of decon washers for SCBAs, face masks and other PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), such as boots, gloves, and helmets, has announced that their recently launched DeconWasher Pro S will be available for orders on the global market as of now. After a successful introduction on the North American market earlier in 2022 spring season, RESCUE Intellitech AB will now showcase the new machine at INTERSCHUTZ 2022, which is taking place in Ha...

The Great Resignation has particular consequences in the sphere of fire and rescue services. When it comes to public safety departments, the trend toward employees quitting their jobs could become a matter of life and death. One factor driving the Great Resignation is the wide availability of new opportunities in a tight labor market. Another factor is baby boomers nearing retirement age who decide to call it quits. Burnout A third is a burnout as employees rethink their priorities and work-l...

Dräger, a pioneer in the fields of medical and safety technology, has been awarded two iF Design Awards for its PSS AirBoss self-contained breathing apparatus and HPS SafeGuard helmet for excellence in their respective idea, form, function, differentiation, and impact. iF Design Awards The iF Design Awards are recognized as a symbol of design excellence around the world, with this year’s entries coming from a total of 49 countries. Each entry is scored during a three-day process wh...

The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) regional administrator has authorized the use of federal funds, in order to assist the US state of Arizona, in combatting the Pipeline Fire burning, in the Coconino County, United States of America (USA). On June 12, the state of Arizona submitted a request for a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG). At the time of the request, the fire threatened approximately 2,100 homes in and around Doney Park, Timberline and Black Bill Park. The fir...

In May 2022, the Environment Agency’s Waste Industry Regulatory Services and Chemical Compliance Team (EA) advised the Fire Industry Association (FIA) that they are applying a restriction on persistent organic pollutants entering sewerage systems and the water environment. This group of chemicals is known to have adverse long-term effects on the environment and human health, and can be found in some fire extinguishers. Chemicals in fire extinguishers The chemicals, often known as POPs,...

Oshkosh Corporation, an innovator of mission-critical vehicles and essential equipment, announced that it has completed the acquisition of Maxi-Métal Inc. (MAXIMETAL) of Saint-Georges de Beauce, Quebec, Canada. MAXIMETAL is a pioneer in the design and manufacture of custom fire apparatus and utility vehicles in the Canadian market and will be part of Oshkosh’s Fire & Emergency segment. Quality and reliability “MAXIMETAL is an organization known for quality, reliabilit...

Kidde, the No. 1 most installed fire safety brand in North America, is expanding its Healthy Homes offerings with the launch of Kidde HomeSafe™ enabled devices. This comprehensive suite of home health and safety devices comprises fully integrated solutions that enable whole-home detection of smoke, carbon monoxide, indoor air quality issues, water leaks, and frozen pipes. HomeSafe technology Kidde’s HomeSafe technology connects these Wi-Fi-enabled advanced smart home devices and t...

Frontline firefighters in Tyne and Wear are benefitting from a ground-breaking new scheme, which sees them being trained in first aid and trauma support by a leading North East paramedic educator. Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) have teamed up with the North East Ambulance Service (NEAS), in a scheme believed to be the first of its kind in England. TWFRS – NEAS partnership It has seen Paramedic Educator, Phil Barlow, who has 15-years frontline experience being seconded to...

FirePro technology was successfully presented at the EAN University in Bogota, Colombia. The event took place on 19th May 2022 by the Fire Protection Association of Colombia (ANRACI) and their regional FirePro channel Partner AGNIS. Various commercial and technological capabilities were presented as part of the overall seminar as well as a dedicated specialized technical section - predominantly aimed at installers and designers. Fire suppression systems FirePro’s Regional Business Devel...

Angus Fire is pleased to announce that the company has donated a wide range of much needed firefighting hose, branch pipes and other firefighting equipment to firefighters in Ukraine, in order to help them protect buildings, critical assets and help them to save lives.

As the cost of living soars across the UK, the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) is urging people to take fire safety precautions in the home to stay safe. The advice comes ahead of NFCC’s national Home Fire Safety Week taking place between June 13th and 19th which aims to keep people safer from fire in their homes. Cause of fires NFCC is concerned that people may put themselves at additional risk as to the cost of living increases and remind people to buy, charge and run electrical p...

Howe & Howe is collaborating with Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) to add new and emerging technologies to the training services TEEX offers. Since 1929, TEEX has offered on-site and online training resources for more than 200,000 people per year in areas such as fire and rescue, infrastructure and safety, law enforcement, economic and workforce development, and homeland security. state-of-the-art firefighting robot Howe & Howe are loaning TEEX a Thermite® RS1,...

Briggs & Stratton has announced that Kristina Cerniglia has joined the Company as Senior Vice President (SVP) & Chief Financial Officer (CFO). She joins Briggs & Stratton after serving eight years at Hillenbrand, Inc., as Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer. Prior to Hillenbrand, Inc., she spent 23 years in the financial organizations at Stanley Black & Decker and United Technologies Corporation. Kristina Cerniglia currently serves on the Board of Directors for L...