Fire Industry News for September 2024

Ranger Fire and Security has announced the latest acquisition of the national fire suppression business, IPH Fire Solutions Ltd ('IPH Fire'). Based in the North West, IPH Fire is an industry pioneer with national coverage in the fire suppression sector, providing comprehensive packages of fire suppression systems, including their maintenance and removal. Founded in 2014 by Managing Director, Niall Hackett, IPH Fire has continued to expand over the past decade, with the company specializing in d...

Trustee Fire & Security (TFS) are pleased to announce that Trustee Fire & Security has been nominated for the ESG Company of the Year award at the annual FSM Awards. ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance, representing the pillars of sustainable and responsible business practices. This nomination is a testament to their commitment to growth in all aspects of the industry. They have always believed in making a positive impact on the world around them. Being recognized in th...

Everyone at Trustee Fire & Security proudly welcomes Gary Vaughn to the TFS Team! Gary embarked on his career journey nearly four decades ago, joining AFA Minerva, a division of the THORN EMI Group, as a Trainee Sales Surveyor fresh out of engineering college. With a solid technical foundation, he quickly grasped the intricacies of the Fire and Security industry. Extensive industry experience Throughout his career, Gary demonstrated proficiency in managing sizable and intricate teams, ent...

The new appointees bring a wealth of experience and expertise that will strengthen the School's mission of enabling a sustainable built environment through knowledge and collaboration. Aled Williams Aled Williams, currently Executive Director of Innovation & Partnerships at the University College of Estate Management, brings three decades of experience working in Higher Education, having held previous roles at Salford University, LJMU, and the Higher Education Academy.  With substa...

Following development that commenced in 2015, a new level 3 Apprenticeship standard for Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technicians was launched in 2018, as a part of the government's Trailblazer program. The Level 3 Apprenticeship Plumbing & Domestic Heating Technician is approximately a 4-year program, including a mandatory fuel or renewables pathway and End-Point Assessment. low-carbon economy This program has had some time to establish itself and run through to a conclusion. As the ap...

Ranger Fire and Security has announced the latest acquisition of a national fire and security provider, Syncro Group Limited ('Syncro'). Based in the Northwest but with national coverage, Syncro is an industry pioneer with national coverage in the fire protection and security sector, focusing on fire detection, extinguishers and security alarm services, boasting a wealth of experience equating to more than 100 years in the fire and security industry. Ranger Fire acquires Syncro Syncro was fou...

Trustee Fire & Security (TFS) recently visited the head office of their main security supplier, Orisec, extending their gratitude for their unwavering service. TFS and Orisec partnership In a remarkable display of reliability, Orisec, a UK-based company, seamlessly navigated the supply & distribution challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent lockdowns, ensuring uninterrupted support for Trustee Fire & Security (TFS). Orisec play a critical role in maintaining th...

CABE is proud to announce that the Fire Safety Practitioner Certificate Course – one of the association’s fire safety training opportunities – is an IFE Recognized Training Course. Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) As the professional membership body for the fire sector, The Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) is acutely focused on improving competency, sharing knowledge, and boosting expertise across fire safety.  Its discerning recognition service only accredits s...

At a meeting of their Council on 29 February 2024, Members of the Construction Industry Council (CIC) appointed Ian Brant as their new Deputy Chair commencing with immediate effect. Ian is anticipated to assume the role of Chair, subject to Council approval after Dr. Wei Yang, the current Chair, steps down from her two-year term during CIC's June 2025 Council meeting. Construction dispute avoidance Wei will then take up the position of Immediate Past Chair for a final year, adhering to CIC's...

The cultural change required by built environment ‘professional services’ firms is akin to that now required to drive and adopt a more agile, data-driven and somewhat disruptive business model. The convergence between traditional and new business models in a post-pandemic new normal, is calling for bolder leadership and much less risk aversion to any ‘known unknowns’. Industry change-agents As Chair of the Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee at the Construction...

Ranger Fire and Security has announced its entry into the market with the acquisition of two high-performing industry businesses, as part of its mission to reshape the sector. Founded by industry specialists and service business experts, the company will bring together high-quality fire and security businesses in partnership with a unified parent company. Ranger’s first two acquisitions will play a crucial role in creating a pioneering platform that delivers innovation to the UK’s f...

Warringtonfire is celebrating 30 years of its FIRAS installer certification scheme. During this time, over 1,300 companies have been awarded FIRAS certification, resulting in over a quarter of a million projects completed under certification, to date. FIRAS is a voluntary, third-party certification scheme for installation contractors of both passive and active fire protection systems, operated by Warringtonfire and accredited by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) to BS EN ISO/IEC 1...

Vipond Fire Protection has joined the CIBSE CPD service to provide specialist fire protection presentations to specifiers, clients, and other key stakeholders. Consulting Engineers are generally members of CIBSE and approved Continued Professional Development presentations have an inherent value to attendees from a knowledge awareness point of view and to accrue annual points for Continued Professional Development (CPD). Gaseous Fire Suppression Systems The first CIBSE-approved presentation f...

WAGNER Fire Safety Consulting GmbH has gained a new Managing Director in the form of Cecil von Dungern. He has been part of the management team of the subsidiary of WAGNER Group GmbH since the beginning of the year. After a transition period of three months, Andreas Erbe will be leaving the company for personal reasons on March 31, 2024. Global account management Cecil von Dungern has many years of international experience in management positions at Siemens AG and was most recently managing d...

MSA Safety, Inc. marked the grand opening this week of a new Manufacturing Operations Center in Chelalate, Morocco. Celebrated with an official ribbon-cutting event, the company’s newly constructed and larger facility will be home to the production of a variety of general personal protective equipment (PPE) product lines.  The new facility will also position MSA to better meet the growing demand for MSA safety products in the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region. MSA Sa...

Under the European F Gas regulation 514/2014, which took effect in January 2015, fire suppression systems using HFCs fall within this legislation. A planned increased reduction in imported quantities of HFCs has implications for FM200, which is an HFC agent.  FM200 The next stage of the restrictions started at the beginning of 2018 and is more onerous. Just 63% of the imports allowed in 2015 will be permitted. Although FM200 will still be available supplies will inevitably be restricted...

The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) is pleased to announce it has moved to its new head office in Coventry. The new building provides the ASFP with greater capacity, enabling it to offer even more support and services to its members. The new premises, which will be opened in two phases, provide office space, as well as housing the new ASFP training academy. It offers a practical training facility, catering facilities, meeting and break-out/rest areas, and provides a permanent...

Katy Robinson of East Riding of Yorkshire Council said, “From having to create makeshift insoles in uncomfortable footwear, having to deal with stomach cramps from wearing high visibility trousers designed for men, and losing oversized boots in muddy fields, I’m one of many women in the construction industry to have an issue with the personal protective equipment I’ve been given. And now I’m on a mission to change that.” She adds, “In 2023, I celebrated six y...

Christopher Orr, an apprentice from Northern Irelands, South Eastern Regional College (SERC) has beaten off competition to lift the Nittan Shield Fire Engineering Apprentice of the Year title for 2023. Christopher (27), from Lisburn, employed by Crane Communications, successfully achieved the EAL Level 3 Fire & Security Apprenticeship NI at SERC’s Lisburn Campus. Engineering Apprentice of the Year SERC Fire and Security Lecturers, Christopher Patterson and Robin Hamill, said, "This...

Trustee Fire & Security (TFS) are thrilled to announce that the company has successfully passed its annual Constructionline Platinum audit, marking a significant milestone in their commitment to excellence in health & safety. TFS’ policies examined TFS’ company policies were rigorously examined and found to meet the highest industry standards After an intense day of audit processing, TFS’ company policies were rigorously examined and found to meet the highest industr...

Marking the 35th anniversary of the Construction Industry Council (CIC), they reflect on the remarkable journey of CIC and look into its future. It all began in 1988 with the establishment of the organization as the Building Industry Council (BIC) under the visionary leadership of Professor Sir Edmund (Ted) Happold, who, along with five founder members - CIBSE, CIOB, IStructE, RIBA, and RICS - laid the foundation for what was to become the Construction Industry Council. CIC now stands as a unif...

Securiton has published a new comprehensive design guide to installing Very Early Warning Fire Detection in hospitals and large clinics. The free guide, available from Securiton’s new dedicated healthcare webpage, details the use of aspirating smoke detectors to protect sensitive areas such as operating theatres, MRI rooms, and X-ray suites. The document details fire detection challenges such as the use of differential air pressure in hospitals to minimize infection risks, as well as the...

Fireaway Inc. is pleased to announce the hiring of Mr. James (Jim) Dickinson as the Executive Vice President of Global Sales. Jim will be based in Dubai, UAE, where he resides with his wife and two daughters. Jim began in the fire protection industry from a chemical manufacturing background, with Great Lakes Chemical Company in the early 2000’s. Jim has worked with Honeywell Life Safety, Firetrace, and Reacton Fire Protection, in progressively responsible sales roles, all based in Dubai,...

Advanced, a renowned pioneer in the fire safety industry, is pleased to announce the appointment of Salvy Vittozzi as the Regional Sales Manager for the South East. With over two decades of experience in the fire and security industry, Salvy brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his new role. Salvy’s journey in the industry began as a Fire Alarm Designer, where he honed his skills in designing fire safety systems. His unique background as a Designer has allowed him to adapt and th...

Globally renowned insulation, drywall, and ceiling products distributor - CCF is investing in both its product offering and technical expertise to better support its customers in meeting the new fire safety regulations. The extensive work that CCF has been doing has led to the distributor securing a prestigious nomination at the Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) Awards 2023 in the ‘highest engagement of the year’ category. CCF’s technical team As well as atte...

The International Water Mist Association (IWMA) has announced that Bogdan Raciega has joined the IWMA Scientific Council. Bogdan Raciega works as Fire Laboratory Director for the Baltic Fire Laboratory in Tuchom, Poland. Bogdan Raciega first dealt with water mist nearly ten years ago. He is an expert in the Polish Committee for Standardization in Warsaw and also a member of the CEN / TC 191 / WG 10 in Brussels. Water mist systems As far as his marine expertise goes, some of the experiences un...

Victoria City Council is delivering on its recently adopted Strategic Plan by moving ahead with the development of a Community Safety and Well-Being Plan, which will identify opportunities for the City to take a leadership role in making the community safer and improving the well-being of all. “We know that cities across the country are struggling with a variety of challenges including the safety and well-being of all their residents. Victoria is going to lead with a solution-focused plan...

At RFC Fire and Security Systems, they offer full Pat Testing for companies of all sizes ensuring that employers are compliant with the current Pat Testing Regulations within Ireland. In Ireland, the key points related to PAT testing are as follows: Legal Requirement: The General Application Regulations require employers to ensure that electrical equipment is maintained in a safe condition and regularly inspected. PAT testing is one of the ways to fulfill this requirement. Responsibility: E...

As of their last update in September 2021, the Irish standard for servicing fire extinguishers is known as Irish Standard I.S. 291:2015 – ‘Code of Practice for the Selection, Commissioning, Installation, and Maintenance of Portable Fire Extinguishers’. Irish Standard I.S. 291:2015 This standard provides guidelines for the proper selection, commissioning, installation, and maintenance of fire extinguishers in Ireland.  It covers various aspects, including the types of fi...

CCTV (Closed-Circuit Television) systems are widely used for commercial purposes to enhance security, monitor activities, and ensure the safety of personnel and assets. Whether it’s a retail store, office building, warehouse, or any other commercial establishment, CCTV systems can play a vital role in maintaining a secure environment. Listed below is some key information about CCTV systems for commercial purposes: Camera Selection: Choose cameras based on specific requirements. Consid...