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Mass Gatherings and Disaster Management KSA provides a platform for regional and international leaders to join to strengthen their resilience  In partnership with the Ministry of Health, Saudi Society for Emergency Medicine (SASEM) and the Global Centre for Mass Gatherings Medicine, Mövenpick Hotel Riyadh will play host to the inaugural Mass Gatherings & Disaster Management Conference, August 15-16 2016, it has been announced. Excellent speaker line-up Deve...

ChubbmySite includes invoice and statement management Chubb Fire & Security Limited is further enhancing its customer service capabilities through ChubbmySite, a new online account service, which enables UK-based customers to coordinate their fire and security maintenance contracts through one simple, secure and integrated portal. Chubb, a provider of security and fire-safety solutions, is a part of UTC Climate, Controls & Security, a unit of United...

Knauf Insulation’s Rocksilk FireTech Slab is a high density, resilient and non-combustible rock mineral wool slab The lightweight and slim construction of Knauf Insulation’s Rocksilk® FireTech Slab has led SIG plc to specify 4,500m2 of the insulation, to upgrade the fire performance of a basement car park in Ireland. Effective and user-friendly The two-storey car park in Dublin is constructed of steel beams and columns, which includes an innovative car lifti...

The new feature ensures full compliance with BS EN 12021 standard  The successful Atacama range of modular air dryers manufactured by Hi-line Industries Ltd has been extended to incorporate a third filtration tower. This feature ensures full compliance with BS EN 12021 standard ‘Respiratory equipment – Compressed gasses for breathing apparatus’. This is currently the only standard to indicate contaminant levels for breathing air both in the UK and EU. S...

Mark Redding, head of EH&S, Chubb Fire & Security and Chubb Systems accepted the awards on behalf of the organisation Chubb Systems has received a Gold Award from the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) for the fourth consecutive year, while Chubb Fire & Security received the Gold Award for the first time, following its Silver Award in 2015. RoSPA Gold Award winners are recognised for achieving a high level of performance while demon...

The participants will learn fire tactics from experienced specialists and have access to the latest product innovations from Williams Williams Fire & Hazard Control (“Williams”) will once again be hosting its world renowned XTREME Industrial Fire & Hazard Training School on 25 – 29 September 2016, at the Gesip Fire Training Facility in Northern France.  Attendees of the five-day course will benefit from the combined experience of Williams...

Apollo app features XPERT Card and DIL Switch Apollo Fire Detectors has launched a new mobile app for iOS and Android devices to help users to be compliant with BS 5839-1 rules and regulations when installing fire detection and notification devices. In addition to the guide, there is an installation checklist enabling installers to monitor what has been completed. Valuable for customers  The app, which is available to download from the Apollo website, Google Play Store...

Security Essen is the most prestigious security trade-fair. Held in Germany every year, it is an opportunity for experts, regulators, and buyers, to share their innovations with the world. AW Technology will be launching the new 3000 series optical detector calibration test tunnels at Security Essen. The 3000 series is based on the 1900 and 1950 test tunnels and will feature a wider range of product variants, allowing for greater versatility. Automatic door seals It also includes several new...

Exhibitors from all around the world brought all kinds of advanced locks, safes and technical equipment to the event On 15th May, 2016, The 6th China Lock & Safe Industry Expo came to a successful end in Poly World Trade Expo Center Hall 6. World-known exhibitors from USA, China mainland, Hongkong, Korea, Belgium etc. gathered together, brought all kinds of the most progressive and advanced lock products, safes and technical equipment. Meanwhile, more than 5,000 profession...

Reduce fire risk or chances of getting burgled to ensure a safe National BBQ Week As we enter National BBQ week, many across the nation are expected to embrace alfresco dining and enjoy the outdoors with friends and families. The pursuit of leisure should not bring an increasingly relaxed approach to fire and security. To help in the prevention, detection and containment of fire, and the prevention of crime, Chubb Fire & Security Limited offers 10 tips to keep re...

The new FAAST ASD Interface enables full Vigilon control panel integration Gent by Honeywell, the leading manufacturer of innovative life safety solutions, has announced the availability of its new ASD Interface, which has been developed to allow FAAST’s aspirating smoke detection technology to be seamlessly integrated with the company’s industry leading Vigilon fire detection system. This latest development from Gent offers unrivalled levels of flexibility, fu...

Claricor Cell is compact, reliable and deployable within ten minutes Airbus Defence and Space introduces the Claricor Cell, a compact stand-alone communications network based on Tetra technology. The small system can be quickly set up for vehicle convoys and firefighting or rescue operations in remote regions. Fully equipped and versatile The fully equipped system works as stand-alone solution, or users can easily integrate it into existing national or smaller Tetra net...

The installation includes 18 MxPro 5 eight-loop panels as well as 5 LifeLine panels for engineer and DDA paging One of the UK’s landmark buildings, the Leadenhall Building in the City of London, will be protected by industry-leading intelligent fire panels from Advanced. EN54-2, 4&13 approved MxPro 5 panels Located in the heart of the City’s financial district, close to the iconic Lloyd’s Building and St Paul’s Cathedral, the 224-metre Leadenhall...

Chubb’s new building will create a safer, smarter and more sustainable environment for the employees Chubb Fire & Security Limited, a leading provider of security and fire-safety solutions for businesses and industry, held a ground-breaking ceremony for a new high-performance workspace in Blackburn. The project will transform Chubb’s existing Blackburn office campus into an advanced, integrated and sustainable space for Chubb, as well as UK affiliates of Otis L...

Syncro XT+ provides addressable detection over 1 or 2 loops with 16 Zone LED Indicators Kentec has launched its much-anticipated Syncro XT+ Multi Area Addressable Extinguishing Panel. The Syncro XT+ provides addressable detection over 1 or 2 loops with 16 Zone LED Indicators and is available with up to four extinguishant release control units built in and is fully approved to EN12094-1, EN54-2 and EN54-4. The extinguishant control modul...

TetraKO XL-L is designed to be directly injected into water stream to produce on-demand fire suppressant for direct and indirect attacks EarthClean Corporation of St. Paul, Minnesota, today announced it has finalised development of TetraKO® XL-L, an all-new liquid version of its patented firefighting water enhancer technology. TetraKO XL-L is designed to be directly injected into a water stream to produce an on-demand fire suppressant for direct and indirect attacks, as we...

The new office will be home not only to sales and commercial teams, but also service and maintenance, projects and administration Evolution Security, the international integrated security and fire solutions business, has moved to new offices in Edinburgh to support the continued expansion of the group in the north. Conveniently located on a business park two miles from Edinburgh airport and only five miles from the City Centre, the new Scottish headquarters will be home not o...

Event attendees will learn about current and future national OPV platforms and how they enhance maritime security, from leading experts Royal Norwegian Navy and Italian Navy confirmed speakers at Offshore Patrol Vessel Technology 2016 in London this June. SMi Group is delighted to announce new additions to the Offshore Patrol Vessel Technology’s expert speaker line-up: Lieutenant Commander Bard Hess, Navigation Systems Branch of the Royal Norwegian Navy and Commander Ma...

Managing the global finance and IT teams at Apollo, Pete will work closely with the company's offices in the USA and China Apollo Fire Detectors has appointed Pete Browitt to the post of Global Finance Director, reporting directly to Apollo’s Managing Director EMEA, Steve Brown. Announcing the new appointment, Steve, said: “We are delighted to welcome Pete to the management team. Pete’s wealth of finance expertise - coupled with a proven track record in proj...

FSDays 2016 will be spread across two halls for professional visitors and the general public The 8th International Trade Fair of the latest trends in Fire-fighting and Security Technologies, Systems and Services – Prague Fire & Security Days 2016 (FSDays 2016) - will be held on the 20th – 24th September, 2016 in Prague in Czech Republic in parallel with the international building fair FOR ARCH 2016. Prague Fire & Security Days 2016 Prague Fire & Secur...

Chubb also retained the existing contract for maintaining the extinguishers at Swansea University’s Singleton Campus Chubb Fire & Security Limited has won a competitive tender to protect students, staff and property from fire by supplying thousands of portable fire extinguishers to Swansea University’s new £450 million Bay Campus. Chubb, a leading provider of security and fire-safety solutions, is a part of UTC Climate, Controls & Security, a uni...

On display will be Fireray 5000 optical beam smoke detector, new Light Cancelation Technology & Talentum IR flame detectors FFE is bringing the latest in wide-area smoke and flame detection to the NFPA Conference and Expo. Held at the Mandalay Bay Convention Centre in Las Vegas from June 13-16, the NFPA is widely regarded as the premier event for fire and life safety. FEE is at booth 1153. Fireray 5000 motorised, auto-aligning optical beam smoke detector On display...

The summit included interactive panel discussions, one to one business meetings and round table discussions Supported by Dubai Municipality & Fujairah Municipality, Smart Building Automation Summit 2016 concluded successfully. The summit included interactive panel discussions, one to one business meetings, round table discussions and engaging presentations which encouraged the participants to share their experiences in an open discussion format. Smart Building A...

The Advanced Axis AX fire panel controls beam and duct detectors, sprinkler monitoring, HVAC shutdown and radio callbox Intelligent fire systems manufacturer Advanced has teamed up with Security Supply Inc. in the USA to protect a National Historic Landmark, the Trinity Episcopal Church in Newport, Rhone Island. Built in 1726, predating the Declaration of Independence by 50 years, the almost 300 year old church posed some unique challenges. It is built entirely of wood, putti...

Ryan will highlight differences between installations from different periods and discuss opportunities to improve them With increasing importance placed on the role of firefighting and evacuation lifts in the built environment, and a new draft British Standard BS 8899 open for consultation, Matthew Ryan, Associate at the Fire Surgery Limited is offering a unique insight into this complex area at next month’s LIFTEX event (25 – 26 May 2016, ExCeL, London). “H...

New seminar programmes will cover Lessons Learnt, ICT Innovation and PPE The Emergency Services Show has a host of new features for 2016 as it moves to the larger Hall 5 at the NEC, Birmingham on 21-22 September. New seminar programmes will cover Lessons Learnt, ICT Innovation and PPE. Home Safety 2016 runs as a new show within the show, the Drone Zone brings together everything UAV, while popular features like the Collaboration Zone and College of Paramedics CPD workshops hav...

Karl will also become member of Apollo Global Board, overseeing company’s product road map to assist in international growth Apollo Fire Detectors has appointed Karl Westhead as Technical Director EMEA, reinforcing its focus on innovation and bringing its EMEA board to full strength.   Announcing the new appointment, Steve Brown Apollo Managing Director EMEA, said: “Apollo is committed to providing the most advanced fire protection systems possible. Karl&rsqu...

The purchase includes Pierce custom pumpers, aerial tillers, tankers, rescues and wildland units Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation company, recently announced an order for 15 Pierce fire and emergency apparatus from Clackamas Fire District #1 in Oregon. The purchase includes six Pierce® Dash® CF custom pumpers, two Pierce Arrow XT™ aerial tillers, three Pierce 3,000-gallon tankers, two Pierce Type 3 wildland apparatus, one Pierce Arrow XT heavy-du...

Also on display will be Evolution & Sensortec detectors, audio visual devices, manual call points, isolators, modules, & more Nittan, one of the leading companies in the global fire protection industry, will be exhibiting its foremost products from the class leading Evolution range, along with showcasing its new evo+ and evolution 1 fire alarm control panels, at FIREX International 2016 exhibition at London’s ExCeL from 21st-23rd June 2016. Evolution and Sensort...

International Port Security returns to London with its best ever speaker line-up featuring international ports SMi are delighted to announce that Port of New Orleans will be speaking at International Port Security 2016 which takes places in London on the 1-2 June. Protection of ports from modern threats In its 7th successful year, International Port Security returns to London with its best ever speaker line-up featuring international ports from across the globe. This year&rs...