Fire Industry News for March 2013

During this Day of Service, residents are encouraged to participate in wildfire mitigation projects The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) announced its first Wildfire Preparedness Day of Service to be piloted in Colorado on Saturday, May 4, 2013. The Day of Service is being promoted in coordination with the American Red Cross, Colorado State Forest Service, Colorado Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, READYColorado, and Rocky Mountain Insurance...

The Understanding and Implementing Standards guide examines three major NFPA standards The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) have teamed up to develop a guide to assist fire departments in understanding and implementing NFPA standards. Understanding and Implementing Standards examines three major NFPA standards relating to safety and health and offers clarification, identifies manageable steps, and highlights available...

Hochiki Europe FIRElink systems were installed as the building's fire detection system A spectacular addition to the Icelandic cultural landscape, when the Harpa Reykjavík Concert Hall and Conference Centre opened its doors to the public in May 2011 it was unanimously acclaimed as one of Iceland’s most important contemporary buildings. As the city’s first purpose built concert hall, it successfully combines being used as a classical music venue – servi...

The LEGO has Auto-Off feature to warn users prior to turn off the light   Streamlight Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting and weapon light/laser sighting devices, introduced The LOGO keychain light, a personal LED flashlight with four lighting modes and a convenient Auto-Off feature that conserves battery life. The LOGO features a 5 mm LED, which is impervious to shock and provides a 100,000-hour lifetime. It offers four lighting modes: High (10 lumens...

The FLIR K-Series is designed to meet the toughest operating conditions FLIR Systems, the world leader in portable thermal imaging, has chosen FIREX 2013 to introduce to UK firefighters, a brand new range of uncooled radiometric cameras. The new FLIR K-Series enhances the company’s established presence in this sector by factoring in camera features developed for harsh industrial environments. A typical example is the torch-style grip of this new model that has been pr...

Technical Alarm Systems is using Apollo's XPander technology which communicates via radio signals Apollo fire detectors are helping to protect Exeter Cathedral. Exeter Cathedral is located within the heart of the city of Exeter, one of the most visited places within the West Country. The building is one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture in the country featuring the longest uninterrupted stretch of decorated vaulting in the world. In addition to the regular se...

The Chubb system ensures the safe communication of emergency messages and alarms A fire alarm and evacuation system has been installed by Chubb Fire & Security at the refurbished Blackburn Market to ensure the safe communication of emergency messages and alarms for visitors and staff. Chubb is a part of UTC Climate, Controls & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. The covered market forms part of an 8 million investment for the regeneration of the town centre...

Mr. Cameron opened the new High Voltage testing laboratory at the Prysmian plant Prime Minister David Cameron visited the Prysmian factory in Eastleigh this week, keen to demonstrate the Government’s support for private sector manufacturing in the UK and receptive to calls for regulating the import of substandard cable. While at the plant Mr Cameron opened the new High Voltage testing laboratory: a £2m facility that typically tests extra high voltage power transmi...

The MEDLITE Transport is useful for all public safety agencies Kimtek’s MEDLITE Transport compact skid unit series is designed to be a cost effective, flexible solution for emergency response in environments not suitable for the traditional ambulance. These lightweight slip-in skid units expand the versatility of ATV/UTVs. The MEDLITE Transport is ideal for use by all public safety agencies and has applications on golf courses, sporting events, industrial plants and min...

FoxFury's Nomad NOW LED lantern light serves as both an area light and spotlight FoxFury Lighting Solutions recently announced the formal release of the Nomad NOW Area-Spot light. The rechargeable 2,500 lumen Nomad NOW functions as either an area light or spotlight that can be held by hand, hung on a rail, placed on a flat surface or mounted to a tripod or wall. Traditional portable lights function as either an area light or spot light. The Nomad NOW is a premium LED lanter...

Over 50 FireAngel ST-620 smoke alarms were provided to protect children and staff Fire safety products specialist, Sprue Safety Products, has teamed up with Norfolk Fire & Rescue Service to provide 50 FireAngel ST-620 smoke alarms to protect children and staff at the Mary Ward Children’s Home in Kwekwe, Zimbabwe. The donation comes following a devastating fire at the home in May last year, in which a nine year-old boy, Aaron, tragically died and 17 year-old Takudzw...

Apollo and Advanced's analogue panels offer superior performance and programming A large Ministry of Defence base in Southern England is now protecting its US Air Force personnel with Apollo Fire Detection equipment in its onsite military accommodation.  Global Fire Services (GFS) were commissioned to refit equipment in more than 500 of the base's single room dormitories, replacing a legacy system which gave the base limited insight into any potential fire risks. Greg S...

Michael will be responsible for Fire, Rescue, EMS and Law Enforcement markets FoxFury Lighting Solutions is pleased to announce its recent hire of Michael McBride, who has been named Western Regional Sales Manager and Training Director. Michael will be responsible for Fire, Rescue & EMS as well as Law Enforcement/Military markets. Michael's background includes 20+ years of experience within the industry, most recently with Fisher Safety - Emergency Services and previously...

The Pierce vehicles are ideal for the diverse needs of Prince George's County Pierce Manufacturing, an Oshkosh Corporation company delivered five Pierce pumpers and two 105-foot aerial ladders all built on the Arrow XT™ custom chassis to the Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department in Largo, Maryland. “Pierce is proud to be selected by the largest and one of the busiest with more than 120,000 calls per year combination fire departments in the nation,&rdquo...