Fire Industry News for May 2017

The last 6 months there have been a lot of changes in both the political and economic stratosphere The Fire Industry Association (FIA) has released the results of the Market Conditions Survey, Wave 8. This survey is a snapshot of the current trends within the fire industry nationwide. Each Wave is conducted every 6 months. Wave 8 reveals the impact of the changes in the political landscape within the last 6 months, the trends within the market, as well as other emerging issues...

Skyscrapers India Summit 2017 will feature practical solutions for protecting high-rise buildings Skyscrapers India Summit 2017 will be hosted by Equip Global from 12-15 September 2017, in Mumbai, India.Regulatory measures and specific building codesIndia is set to be the next big home for the tallest skyscrapers in the world, with the Indian government beginning to focus on regulatory measures and specific building codes for the high-rise structures. For instances, the upcomi...

SC21 hand-held radio allows users to continue communicating in areas where other radios lose reception Sepura has unveiled the SC21 next-generation, high-performance small smart TETRA hand-held radio at Critical Communications World (CCW) 2017, Hong Kong. Class 3 RF transmission Featuring a wide range of functionality inherited from the ground-breaking SC20 hand-portable, the SC21 is small and lightweight, yet delivers class-leading performance. With a powerful TETRA engine...

The event will enable knowledge sharing to develop strategic planning in disaster management You can’t do it alone, the constant terrorist attacks and natural disaster incidents can happen to anybody at anywhere. Equip Global is proud to present Disaster & Emergency Management Summit 2017, which will focus on bringing you case studies on recent natural disaster and manmade emergencies. Visitors can expect to hear from governmental agencies, disaster management author...

The GTT system provides priority to emergency vehicles at intersections enhancing operational safety and response times Global Traffic Technologies Canada, Inc. (GTT) has contracted with Edmonton Fire Rescue Service in Alberta, Canada for the implementation of the GPS-based Opticom traffic preemption solution. The Opticom system works alongside intersection controllers to help ensure emergency vehicles can move through intersections rapidly and safely. Opticom Emergency Vehic...

This Inspirational Speaker Series gives visitors the opportunity to hear from leaders outside of the fire safety profession Following the announcement last month of FIREX International’s best ever keynotes; rock star physicist Professor Brian Cox OBE; double Olympic gold medallist, Dame Kelly Holmes; and Falklands War veteran, Simon Weston OBE, FIREX International and Autonomous FM are thrilled to reveal a fourth inspirational speaker for this year’s event. Nigel O...

Secutech placed great emphasis on bringing together the intelligent solutions of various trending vertical markets Secutech concluded its 20th anniversary on a positive note, proving once again to be an important platform for suppliers and buyers to stay at the forefront of the global safety and security market. The show was held from 12 – 14 April 2017 at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Centre. During the three-day show, 22,055 visitors from 75 countries and regions...

TB Forum Safety & Security Technologies 2018 will discuss challenges for perimeter security at airports With security concerns intensifying, the security of flying increasingly depends on cross-industry and multi-stakeholder dialogues and collaboration to tackle new and shared vulnerabilities.Airport securityMaintaining active surveillance, alerting security personnel to potential threats and long-range detection capabilities remain prevalent challenges for perim...

The fire detection system upgrade saw over 680 SOTERIA devices installed across the four buildings Apollo Fire Detectors announced the installation of its innovative SOTERIA range of detectors at The University of Hertfordshire, a modern education establishment based in Hatfield which is home to over 25,000 staff and students. Advanced fire detection The university’s ‘2020 Estates Vision’ is a detailed plan which sets out an ongoing maintenance and improvem...

AtHoc Account automates personnel accountability and crisis communication processes BlackBerry Limited is expanding the capability of its industry-leading crisis communication software to enable government agencies and large organisations to account for their people in real-time. AtHoc Account automates personnel accountability and crisis communication processes by providing safety and availability status updates of people before, during and after an event – ultimate...

Blueproof is made out of a high-tech copolymer smart material British low pressure domestic mist system Blueproof has won the first prize for innovation at the prestigious Concours Lépine International Competition in Paris. This annual competition, which has been running for 116 years, honours the finest inventions from all over the world; in 2017, there were more than 2000 applications. Blueproof low-pressure mist system Blueproof won the first prize from the Pr&eacu...

The aerial platform offers a 50-mph wind rating, a five-inch waterway, and a wide and roomy platform basket Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation company, has placed two Pierce Velocity pumpers and a Pierce 100-foot aerial platform into service with the Redmond Fire Department located in Redmond, Washington. Following the department’s ‘push in’ ceremony, Redmond Fire Department’s fleet is 100% Pierce apparatus. Fire suppression and emergenc...

Luxurious St Michael’s Manor Hotel has security as a top priority for the safety of its staff and guests Amthal Fire & Security is the supplier of choice at St Michael’s Manor Hotel to offer total peace of mind to its staff and guests, with ongoing priority support services for the maintenance of a sophisticated fire alarm and detection system. Luxurious St Michael’s Manor Hotel, based close to the heart of St Albans, has security as a top priority for t...

SOTERIA detectors improve detection, reduce false alarms, and deliver improved reliability Visitors to the first ever Fire Safety Scotland event being held at Glasgow’s Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre (SECC) on 3rd and 4th May 2017 will be able to experience the Apollo Fire Detectors innovative new SOTERIA range of addressable detectors at Stand FS8. SOTERIA addressable detectors Forming part of the Scotland Works series of events, Fire Sa...

On view will be Lake Assault’s nimble 21-foot rescue boat and a 28-foot fireboat Lake Assault Boats, part of Fraser Shipyards and a manufacturer of purpose-built, mission-specific fire and rescue boats, is displaying two vessels at booth #9214 April 27-29 at the Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC) Exhibition in Indianapolis, Indiana. On view will be Lake Assault’s nimble 21-foot rescue boat and a 28-foot fireboat that is capable of pumping 1500 gpm. &ldq...

Jess has held various roles within Wessex Fire and Security, most recently as a Service Manager Wessex Fire & Security has appointed Jess Lutwyche as its new Managing Director. The company is part of the Dorset-based Wessex Group that Jess joined more than 10 years ago. Jess has held various roles within Wessex Fire and Security, most recently as a successful Service Manager. Fire detection and fire suppression systems Wessex Fire & Security employs almost 100 staff...

Demand response programmes aid to avoid brownouts or blackouts during summer months A provider of home comfort and security, Honeywell is giving consumers across the U.S. more ways to help manage their home energy use, maintain a lower carbon footprint, and create more sustainable and efficient communities. Opt-in demand response programme Honeywell's full suite of Lyric Wi-Fi-enabled thermostats (Lyric Round, Lyric T5, and Lyric T6 Pro), are starting to be included in o...

At FIREX International 2017, Apollo will introduce the new Apollo Test Set Apollo Fire Detectors, specialists in the design and manufacture of high-quality fire detection products, is looking forward to its return to FIREX International 2017 and the opportunity to showcase its latest ranges to the industry. Red flash VADs and sounder VADs Visitors to this year’s three-day event, being held June 20–22 at ExCeL London, will be able to see a variety of Apollo produc...

The forum will bring together top business continuity and emergency response management leaders The world today is an interconnected, global economy, where virtually every aspect of an organisation's operation is vulnerable to disruption, and the risk and cost of disruption may extend well beyond mere financial. Business Continuity Management and Emergency Response have become increasingly critical areas of competence for organisations in private as well as public sectors. Rec...

The system comprises of two MxPro 5 panels, linked by fault-tolerant network cards Durham Cathedral, the 1,000-year-old World Heritage Site and one of Britain’s most visited buildings, is now protected by intelligent fire panels from Advanced. Founded in 1093 and the final resting place of St Cuthbert, Durham Cathedral remains the seat of the Bishop of Durham, the fourth most senior cleric in the Church of England. As well as being the North-East home of the Magna Carta...

All the money raised during the run will go to military veterans with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder On Tuesday 30th May, 2017, firefighter Terrance Gregg who is based at York fire station and Watch Manager Justin Rowe who is based at Malton fire station will set off from York fire station and run 296 miles, to North Devon, over a number of days. They are planning to arrive on Saturday 11th June at Royal Marine Base, Chivenor, North Devon, the home of Justin’s old regim...

The VPS FireAlert Wes+ solution is certified to the European EN54 standard for fire alarms Construction site protection experts, VPS Site Security, have added a wireless emergency system (WES) early warning fire safety and evacuation network to their range of specialist rental products and services. Enhanced fire safety The VPS FireAlert Wes+ has already built a substantial track record, with over 50,000 units operating on some of the biggest and most high profile constructi...

A line-up of 30 speakers gave presentations on the three crucial areas pertaining to national security Presented by Comexposium Singapore, the seventh edition of Asia-Pacific’s largest homeland security exhibition and conference, Milipol Asia-Pacific 2017, was recently held in Singapore at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre from 4th – 6th April, 2017. Ensuring public safety Minister for Home Affairs and Minister for Law, Mr. K. Shanmugam, and His Excellency Mar...

Syncro can be configured to suit all types of system from the simplest to the highly complex A £60m expansion of Belfast’s boutique hotel is being protected by a new and upgraded fire safety system that has Kentec control panel technology at its heart. Phase one of Ten Square Hotel Belfast’s impressive 50-bedroom extension was completed in December 2016, with work on the whole project set to finish later this year. This first ph...

The Inspirational Speaker Series provides insights from leaders outside of the security and fire professions IFSEC and FIREX International, organised by UBM EMEA, announced its best ever inspirational speaker line-up: rock star physicist Professor Brian Cox OBE; double Olympic gold medallist, Dame Kelly Holmes; and Falklands War veteran, Simon Weston OBE. Taking place as part of the Protection and Management Series 2017, Europe’s leading events for security, fire, safety...

The event will focus on fire safety, access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and video analytics Global players are counting down for the inaugural edition of Saudi Arabia’s foremost security, safety, and fire protection trade show in Jeddah, as exhibition space reaches full capacity ahead of opening in May 2017. Largest commercial security and fire safety market The inaugural edition of Intersec Saudi Arabia will feature more than 130 exhibitors from...

SecProTec joined also forces with the organiser of GPEC & CCExpo again SecProTec East Africa powered by Intersec took place for the fourth time. The second edition in partnership with Messe Frankfurt and its world-famous brand “Intersec” proved to be the leading security business platform for the whole East and Central African region. From 15th – 17th September 2016, 52 local and international companies showed their latest products and innovations to...

Visitors will witness latest critical communications equipment and applications Critical Communications World, May 16-18, Hong Kong, is on track to attract over 3000 critical communications professionals with 90% of the current registrations coming from outside Hong Kong, cementing CCW as a truly global event. Network optimisation and transition Hosting this year’s 19th Annual event in Hong Kong provides the perfect setting, with this year’s theme focused on net...