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The global gathering at the three-day event is as impressive as ever, reinforced by 14 country pavilions The global significance of the Middle East’s security and safety market has been underlined by top German and US companies leading a large turnout of international exhibitors at Intersec 2016 next month. The 18th edition of Intersec, the world’s leading trade show for security, safety, and fire protection, will feature more than 1,200 exhibitors from 54 co...

Advanced Axis EN fire system and AlarmCalm false alarm management software chosen for the nursing home One of Poland’s premier nursing and care establishments, Dom Seniora Willmanowa Pokusa in Krzeszow, is now being protected with an industry-leading Axis EN fire system from Advanced also running its AlarmCalm false alarm management software. Customer The exclusive nursing home is a private resort located in close proximity to the historic Basilica Krzeszowska, in the...

The webinar will give vital update on how the fire protection industry is performing The Fire Industry Association (FIA) has recently published its 5th Market Conditions Report; together with FIREX International they hosted a webinar on Wednesday 18th November 2015 at 11.00am to disseminate key findings from the report. During the FIA webinar, Ian Moore, Chief Executive Officer of the FIA answered questions on how the industry is growing and where this is coming from, along w...

Chubb received a Gold Award for the third consecutive year, for its systems business Chubb Fire & Security Limited has received a Gold Award from the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) for the third consecutive year, for its systems business. Chubb Fire & Security’s branch network business received a Silver Award. Chubb is a leading provider of security and fire-safety solutions for businesses and industry nationwide, and is a part of...

Mr. Aaron Mellor was fined £76,000 for allowing dangerous fire safety conditions to exist in both nightclubs At York Crown Court the responsible person for the Tokyo nightclubs in York and Lincoln, Mr. Aaron Mellor, was fined a combined total of £76,000 for allowing dangerous fire safety conditions to exist in both nightclubs. Tokyo Industries was also awarded a fine of £30,000. Fire Officers carried out a number of visits to the Tokyo Nightclub in York betw...

Chubb provides assistive living solution systems and monitoring services through its Chubb Community Care business Chubb Fire & Security Limited has been chosen by Northwards Housing to design and install fire alarm systems integrated with existing assisted living solution technology to protect residents at five sheltered housing developments. Chubb is a part of UTC Building & Industrial Systems, a unit of United Technologies Corp. Chubb has worked with Northwards Hou...

The series explore how facilities, fire, security and safety functions operate within London’s most famous buildings FIREX International, the leading international event connecting the global fire and security markets, has commissioned a series of videos, articles and infographics to provide some unique insight into how fire safety is managed in some of the most prestigious buildings and projects in the country. Protecting London series The Protecting London s...

The event will feature the latest UAV technology and most innovative end user case studies from around the world The Commercial UAV Show takes place 20-21 October 2015 at the ExCel, London. It’s a conference and exhibition featuring the latest Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) technology and most innovative end user case studies from around the world. Successful case studies at the event As UAV technology becomes more advanced and accessible, the potential applications acr...

WAGNER’s OxyReduct active fire prevention system generates nitrogen needed to reduce oxygen level directly from ambient air With 2,700 employees and out of 11 production sites the Belgium bakery group “La Lorraine serves the whole of Europe with its deep-frozen bakery products. The company is characterised by constant growth and has built two new high-bay warehouses in Europe within two years. In August 2013 the new high-bay cold storage in the Czech town...

Trinity Estates needed to establish a maintained system that could secure residents in terms of fire safety Amthal Fire & Security is the fire safety partner of choice for Trinity Estates, currently looking after the fire requirements of properties maintained by the national property management company. Trinity Estates, specialise in providing property management solutions to blocks of flats, residential estates and mixed-use developments of any size and complexity. W...

Advanced’s ExGo extinguishant release system has been installed in the Magna Carta vault One of the most famous historical documents in Britain, if not the western world, is being protected by extinguishing and fire alarm panels from Advanced with detection from Apollo and installation by Reflex Systems. Sealed by King John at Runnymede in 1215, Magna Carta is celebrating its 800th anniversary (the actual anniversary is 15 June). It is the first example of an absolu...

Steve is looking forward to increasing Apollo's worldwide presence World-leading independent fire detection manufacturer, Apollo Fire Detectors, has appointed Steve Brown as its new Managing Director with regional responsibility for Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). Steve has an excellent record of growth and business transformation in his previous roles, and joins Apollo from ITW, where he was Group President of the International Catering Equipment division. Steve's...

The Chubb FX range was selected for the design excellence award in the Protective Equipment category Chubb Fire & Security Ltd. has won 2014 GOOD DESIGN® Award for its Chubb FX stored pressure fire extinguisher range. The range features an innovative quick release mechanism and an ergonomically redesigned handle, lever and hose grip. Launched in late 2012, it was designed in consultation with DCA Design International, one of the world's leading product design and d...

Choice was appointed by Mitie Technical Facilities Management under a rolling annual contract Choice Fire & Security Solutions has been appointed by the leading strategic outsourcing business Mitie Technical Facilities Management to provide an array of fire protection maintenance services, under a rolling annual contract, for The Ark – the landmark, 10-floor, multi-tenanted office building in Hammersmith, West London with 168,000sqft of lettable floor space. The Ark...

Once again, the number of exhibitors from abroad will exceed the number of German exhibitors From 8 to 13 June, everyone who plays in role in the world of fire prevention, disaster relief, rescue and safety & security will be meeting up at INTERSCHUTZ in Hannover, Germany. Some 1,500 exhibitors, including around 800 from 51 countries apart from Germany, will be showcasing their products and services to visitors from around the world. “In partnership with the German F...

Competition will help young engineers and apprentices to showcase their skills Engineers of Tomorrow, the annual competition that encourages the development of future talent within the security sector, is a true advocate for apprenticeships. Helping young engineers and apprentices to showcase their skills, Engineers of Tomorrow is a competition that allows apprentices in the security sector to prove themselves. Undertaking a 90-minute assessment, participants assess a pr...

FIREX will includes C-TEC’s powerful new proprietary addressable protocol, CAST along with a host of associated devices Organisers of FIREX International have polled their exhibitors to discover all the latest trends and innovations that will be on display this year, the Innovation Trail will allow visitors to navigate all the newest products and services from across the fire safety industry that have launched this year. Highlights of Innovation Trail Highlights of...

The event will offer a strong and forward-looking platform for East and Central Africa Having acquired a South African subsidiary with several events in the middle of this year, Messe Frankfurt is continuing to expand its portfolio in Africa. Trade & Fairs Consulting GmbH, planetfair GmbH + Co. KG, organisers of the only security trade fair in East Africa, and Messe Frankfurt are to come together to form a strategic partnership. As of 2015, the trade fair will be oper...

Secutech offers a series of concurrent events with substantial support from the industry’s foremost brands The 18th edition of Secutech will take place from 28 – 30 April 2015 at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center in Taiwan. Organised by Messe Frankfurt New Era Business Media Ltd, the annual show features 420 exhibitors who will showcase an array of the latest components, finished products and integration solutions in electronic security, home security, info...

Chubb recommended and installed a monitoring network that connects the school’s existing security infrastructure Chubb Fire & Security Ltd. has been awarded an integrated fire and security service contract to help protect pupils and staff at the Gilmour Infant School in Liverpool. Chubb is a part of UTC Building & Industrial Systems, a unit of United Technologies Corp. The servicing contract covers security equipment for classrooms, common areas, kitchens and wo...

Dr. Thomas de Maizière will introduce the economic security architecture in Germany ASIS International, the world's premier organisation for security management professionals, has announced that Dr. Thomas de Maizière, Federal Minister of the Interior of Germany will be a keynote speaker during the opening plenary at the ASIS 14th European Security Conference & Exhibition on 30 March. This unique business summit will take place in Frankfurt, Germany, on...

Chubb installed its PC-based ControlMaster 600 fire alarm system with a graphical user interface Chubb Fire & Security Limited has upgraded the fire alarm system at GDF SUEZ’s Saltend cogeneration power station in Hull, protecting hundreds of employees, as well as the site’s critical equipment and buildings. Chubb is a part of UTC Building & Industrial Systems, a unit of United Technologies Corp. GDF SUEZ is a global energy company operating in the power,...

The event to discuss about oil and gas developments across all Red Sea countries The Red Sea Oil & Gas 2015 Summit, organised by IRN on 23rd-24th February in Dubai will gather Government Officials and senior executives from international and national oil companies to discuss about oil and gas developments across all Red Sea countries. Government officials from the Ministry of Petroleum of Somalia, the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources of Jordan, the Ministry of Min...

INTERSCHUTZ 2015 generally attracts around 1,300 exhibitors from more than 40 countries Dr. Thomas de Maizière, Minister of the Interior, praised the commitment of the many volunteers working with Germany’s technical civil defense organisation, the voluntary fire service and other relief organisations. According to de Maizière, who is also serving as the patron of INTERSCHUTZ 2015 in Hannover, approx. 1.7 million volunteers form the backbone of Germany&...

Advanced Electronics MxpPro fire panels and ExGo extinguishant release system secures the Tyne Tunnels One of the UK’s busiest river crossings, the Tyne Tunnels are being protected by industry-leading fire panels and extinguishant control systems from Advanced. The first Tyne Tunnel was originally opened in 1967 and an ambitious project saw the addition of second tunnel in 2011, including an upgrade of infrastructure and safety systems, at a cost of £140 million....

Elmdene estimates you can lose half of the power that goes into a linear PSU simply due to the heat which is being radiated Innovative electronic security and fire products manufacturer, Elmdene International Limited - a subsidiary of Potter Electric Signal, LLC - believes that greater attention needs to be paid to the quality and performance of power supply units for security and fire systems. With this in mind, the company is spotlighting five key things that purchasers shou...

With an experience in fire industry, Vincenzo is responsible for generating new business and expanding FSL’s profile FSL has announced the recent appointment of Vincenzo Sartori as its new regional sales manager for Europe. Perfectly qualified for his international role, Vincenzo is fluent in French, Italian, Spanish and English and is responsible for generating new business and expanding the profile of the company within a variety of industry sectors that complement th...

Wessex’s Lee Knight spotted flames coming out of lorry and quickly grabbed extinguishers from van and leapt into action When Lee Knight saw a lorry on fire as he drove down the motorway he knew he could help – because he is a and had a van full of equipment. Lee, who works for Wessex Fire & Security, spotted the flames coming out of a skip on the back of the lorry on the M3 near Fleet in Hampshire. Another motorist flagged down the lorry and Lee pulled in aft...

The Vimpex VAD23TM range of EN 54-23 Visual Alarm Device The newly developed Vimpex VAD23TM range of Visual Alarm Devices combines great aesthetics with innovative design. The detector base-mounted three-way platform sounder/beacon offers one point of installation for those requiring an EN 54 Part 23 compliant beacon and unambiguous voice messaging or multi-tone sounder. A wall mounted Banshee ExcelTM sounder/beacon, a wall mounted beacon and a ceiling beacon complete the...

The College takes advantage of Chubb’s remote monitoring capability to monitor fire alarms outside its normal opening hours Chubb Fire & Security will continue to protect staff and students at Barking & Dagenham College, having been awarded a renewed contract to service and maintain a range of fire and security systems across four sites in Barking, Romford and Dagenham.  Chubb is a part of UTC Building & Industrial Systems, a unit of United Technologies...