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Euralarm has published the white paper - Enhancing Domestic Life Safety. The new Euralarm white paper aims to explore various strategies and technologies that can be implemented to enhance domestic life safety. By identifying potential risks and proposing effective solutions, this paper provides valuable insights for homeowners, security professionals, policymakers, and EU governments to create a safer living environment. Background Domestic life safety is essential in ensuring the well...
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...
A type of fire-protection paint, an intumescent paint, is known for its passive role in reacting to high temperatures. When heated, the coating will broaden and form a char-like layer, which will shield steel structures from the flames for a predetermined time. The aim of passive fire safeguarding and fortifying structural steel is to provide those inside the building an opportunity to evacuate. Steel is an incredibly durable and multifaceted building material, however, it starts to lose its ri...
Frontline Communications, a division of Pierce Manufacturing, Inc., and a subsidiary of Oshkosh Corporation, announced the delivery of a C-44X-4 mobile command vehicle to the St. Petersburg Police Department in Florida, USA. Sold through Pierce and Frontline Communications dealer, Ten-8 Fire and Safety, the highly customized and advanced mobile command vehicle will enhance public safety operations in one of Florida’s most densely populated counties. C-44X-4 mobile command vehicle deliver...
Livingstone Academy Bournemouth is a brand-new all-through school that combines excellent education with an innovative skills development program, ensuring students from the ages of 4 to 18 have the skills and qualifications they need to succeed in modern life. The school has over 1800 occupants including students and staff and covers four stories of brand-new purpose-built facilities alongside historical buildings. This unique setting also includes a magistrates and coroners court, which will...
Fire-rated wall assemblies form an important integral component of a fire safety system when it comes to protecting people in the workplace, commercial, or residential buildings. In this article, they will go into some detail regarding firewalls and the other components of the passive fire system, and why it is essential to contact a fireproofing contractor for inspecting and maintaining them. What is the purpose of a firewall? Fire-rated wall assemblies are employed to impede the spread of f...
Gain an understanding of the potential dangers associated with lithium battery fires, safeguards for avoiding a fire, and strategies for extinguishing lithium battery fires. Given the ubiquity of lithium-ion batteries in many modern electronics, knowledge of the proper steps to take in the event of a fire is essential. What Causes Lithium Batteries to Ignite? Thermal instability known as thermal runaway can occur if a lithium battery overheats. This occurs when gaseous material is released fr...
Two Texas Panhandle fire departments are implementing a new alert system to prevent collisions and improve road safety. Drivers encounter all sorts of hazards on the road that they are supposed to slow down and move over for, such as emergency vehicles and work zones. If an emergency vehicle is in route, the HAAS Alert. Safety Cloud system alerts drivers to slow down or move over. This year, both the Dalhart Fire Department and Hartley Fire and EMS have added this system to their dail...
In November 2023, the first Million Dollar Club event was held in Barcelona, Spain. Customers, Partners, and Distributors joined from across Europe, Asia, and Africa, for a three-day experience. They were presented with the Kidde Commercial plan for 2024, along with new product innovations and timelines and of course, some entertainment and fun alongside the key commercial teams and senior management. European R&D Hub All attendees were also able to visit the European Research and Develop...
Fire risk assessments are very important for all businesses to do. Fire safety risk assessments are part of the fire safety procedures and they help keep everyone safe by avoiding fires and knowing what to do when one does break out. If they are a business owner, a fire safety risk assessment is something that can help keep them, their employees and their customers safe. Here is everything they need to know about fire risk assessment. What is the purpose of a fire risk assessment? Fir...
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 ...
REMEDI8®, the national major of fire protection and compliance solutions, is proud to highlight its comprehensive fire barrier management survey and remediation services for healthcare facilities. With ongoing building maintenance and renovations, healthcare facilities risk dangerous non-compliant barrier penetrations. REMEDI8® corrects these costly mistakes and addresses risk before they happen with tailored end-to-end surveys, remediation, and maintenance programs for fire-stopping s...
Mann McGowan, the major intumescent seal technology specialists, is delighted to announce its successful merger into the Technical Fire Safety Group (TFSG), propelling both organizations into a new era of collaboration and growth. Situated in Aldershot, Hampshire, Mann McGowan holds a rich legacy and has been a trailblazer in intumescent seal technology for over four decades. This legacy, coupled with a shared commitment to excellence with the TFSG Group has set the stage for the next exciting...
This week is Electrical Fire Safety Week, which promotes electrical fire safety in the home. Half of all accidental house fires are caused by electricity, and nine out of ten electrical fires are caused by electrical products. The cost of living crisis is pioneering more people to use electrical products at night when power is often cheaper, but West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS) is warning that this could lead to dangerous fires. On Sunday, just before midnight, crews from were cal...
The IAFF is welcoming new locals in Loyalist Township, Ontario and View Royal and Colwood, B.C. Loyalist. Professional Fire Fighters Association Local 5464, which serves the communities of Amherstview, Amherst Island, Odessa, and Bath in Loyalist Township west of Kingston, joins with seven members including four suppression fire fighters, two fire inspectors, and an emergency vehicle technician. Local 5464 President - Jeremy Franklin said he was pleased to be joining the IAFF and is lo...
Emergency guidance and lighting systems in extraordinary situations; are the systems that guide the evacuation of people as a result of the power outage of the building for safety concerns during disasters, such as fire and earthquakes. In addition, in Turkey, emergency lighting systems are obligatory in the regulations for the protection of buildings from fire. Emergency guidance systems are also mandatory in buildings. These directions facilitate the evacuation of people in buildings with mor...
Fire alarm systems are necessary for the protection of life and property. Fire detection systems are required by law in most non-domestic buildings where people work or visit, such as offices, shops, hotels, and public places. A fire safety risk assessment must be made and updated by the employer or the building owners/residents in accordance with the regulation. Fire detection and alarm systems According to the results of the evaluations to be made, it is necessary to ensure that all f...
FirePro participated in the 9th edition of VdS-FireSafety Cologne, held at the Koelnmesse exhibition center in Cologne, Germany, from December 6th to 7th. This year’s event attracted over 4,000 visitors with its seven specialist conferences and a compact seminar, offering a wealth of up-to-date knowledge, engaging exhibits, and expert-led conferences and seminars. VdS-FireSafety Cologne, renowned as one of the most important industry events for fire protection systems and preventive struc...
The construction of the European Southern Observatory’s Extremely Large Telescope (ESO's ELT) has reached an important milestone with the delivery to ESO and shipment to Chile of the first 18 segments of the telescope’s main mirror (M1). Once they arrive in Chile, the segments will be transported to the ELT Technical Facility, at ESO’s Paranal Observatory in the country’s Atacama Desert, where they will be coated in preparation for their future installation on the teles...
Fire fighters are a community’s ‘Swiss Army knife’ – responding not just to fires, but medical calls, terrorist attacks, natural disasters, train derailments, behavioral health emergencies, and more. The all-hazard role of the country’s fire service was a recurring theme of a recent IAFF member focus group led by pollster and political analyst Dr. Frank Luntz. “There’s no emergency that [fire fighters] won’t go and do their best to bring order to,...
When users think about an office, they usually imagine where people work at computers, have meetings, and drink coffee. However, it’s important to remember that an office can also be where fires could start. Offices have lots of electrical equipment like computers, printers, and coffee machines. If these aren’t used or handled properly, they can cause a fire. Another risk is if people must remember to turn off this equipment when leaving the office. Also, if the office is clutter...
Running a restaurant is about more than just making delicious food. It’s also about keeping everyone safe. Fires are a big risk in restaurants because kitchens have many things that can catch fire, like oil and gas. Plus, with people cooking all day, there’s always a chance that something could go wrong. Having a restaurant fire safety plan means having thought about what could cause a fire and having a clear plan to keep everyone safe if one starts. This plan is a set of instructio...
Fire detection and warning systems should be used correctly and effectively. In order to achieve this, it will be helpful to know how the system works. What triggers the fire alarm? How does the fire alarm work? They recommend that they read the blog post, which is a brief guide for correct use. Fire alarm systems have a fire detection panel and different means of detection; consisting of elements, such as buttons, detectors, siren-blinker, etc. Fire detection and warning systems Fire detecti...
Twiceme, a Swedish safe-tech company dedicated to protecting sports enthusiasts before and after an incident, is pleased to announce a new partnership with Mammut, a global pioneer in outdoor and mountain sports equipment. The partnership between Mammut and Twiceme aims to enhance outdoor adventure safety by integrating Twiceme’s Technology into Mammut's upcoming product lineup. With a mutual commitment to mountain rescue and a focus on safety, the alliance strives to provide outdoor enth...
The positioning of the portable fire pump requires four firefighters, and the deployment of a B nozzle at least two. Moreover, these activities require a lot of energy and sometimes have to be carried out in the middle of a danger zone. These two striking examples quickly show how much modern auxiliary equipment such as the multi-functional RTE Robot firefighting robot can support everyday operations. Rosenbauer presented the petrol-powered tracked manipulator back in 2010. This meant tha...
FCF is diving into something crucial that everyone needs but might not think about every day: fire extinguisher testing. Yep, those trusty devices hanging around quietly, ready to leap into action if things get heated. Let's start with the rulebook - and in Australia, that's the Australian Standard AS 1851. It's like the Jedi code for fire safety, laying down the law on how often they should be giving the fire extinguishers a little TLC. So, grab a cuppa, settle in, and let's demystify the safe...
One of the key reasons fireproofing in high-rise buildings is essential is because of the time it provides for evacuation and rescue operations. In the event of a fire, occupants on higher floors may have limited means of escape. Fireproofing in high-rise buildings that use fireproofing materials and techniques can delay the spread of flames, allowing more time for people to evacuate safely and for emergency responders to reach the affected areas. Fireproofing in high-rise buildings High-rise...
Bosch Building Technologies introduces a ground-breaking advancement in fire safety with the Aviotec 8000i IR camera. This new version of its video-based fire detection solution promises to revolutionize fire protection in challenging environments, such as in manufacturing, where hazardous materials that carry high fire loads are stored outdoors, in semi-open spaces, in solar plants or electric car charging stations, where the wind makes it difficult to detect smoke. Aviotec 8000i IR camera A...
LifeSafe, a fire safety technology business with innovative fire extinguishing fluids and fire safety products, announces the launch of its new Pre-Trauma Fluid, a unique, non-conductive coolant fluid designed specifically to prevent thermal runaway in battery packs that can be caused by overheating, overcharging, or damage. The PTF is an innovative, patent-pending solution that prevents the threat of thermal runaway by significantly reducing the transfer of heat within a battery pack. Th...
The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) is delighted to announce it has expanded its senior team with the appointment of Nadine Saxon as Operations Director. In this newly created role, Nadine will support the continued growth of the Association and ensure the team has the necessary tools and resources to deliver exceptional service to members. She will also have a place on the ASFP Executive Board and attend the ASFP Council. Tasked with managing all the operational, commercial a...
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