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Eva has been with Apollo since 2008 serving as Senior Product Manager With his eyes firmly on expanding Apollo’s presence across Europe and other key territories, Neil Taylor, Sales and Marketing Director for the leading manufacturer of fire detection solutions, has appointed Eva Kosanovic to the newly created role of Head of International Sales. Eva has been with Apollo since 2008 joining the organisation from Xyratex, a provider of data storage solutions, where sh...

Sprue Aegis has earned a place in the Sunday Times Fast Track 100 league table for fifth year Coventry-based Sprue Aegis has once again been recognised as one of Britain’s 100 top performing private companies, earning a place for the fifth year running in this year’s Sunday Times Fast Track 100 league table. This listing ranks Sprue alongside Innocent Drinks as the only other company in Fast Track’s 16-year history to be listed for five consecutive years and...

The Vimpex Volt Drop Calculator is an invaluable aid for any fire system designer Vimpex Limited, the leading manufacturer and distributor of fire alarm and evacuation products, has developed an innovative circular slide rule for calculating cable volt drop.  It is an ideal tool for fire system designers and engineers – to receive a FREE calculator simply visit www.vimpex.co.uk/calculator or call +44 (0) 1702 216 999. The Vimpex Volt Drop Calculator helps determin...

WAGNER UK's OxyReduct will be protecting the library's internationally renowned archives in 5 separate areas WAGNER UK’s OxyReduct fire-free technology will be at the heart of the fire protection solution for the new Library of Birmingham. Opening in 2013, the £189m project is one of the most significant developments and cultural projects to have been undertaken in the UK in the past decade. The Library of Birmingham will be a striking architectural landmark that...

Rural fire and rescue services receive just £17.52 per head of population, compared to £28.89 for Greater London The annual State of Rural Public Services report was published by the Rural Services Network on Monday (26 November). Rural fire and rescue services receive less funding than urban fire and rescue services – despite facing particular costs, the report says. Predominantly rural fire and rescue services receive just £17.52 per head of populati...

RadioLINK allows Aico smoke, heat and multi-sensor alarms to be wirelessly interconnected by RF signals An Aico RadioLINK wireless interconnect fire detection system has been installed into an Edwardian 104 flat residential building in London's prestigious Maida Vale as part of a major refurbishment.  The system allows for alarm interconnection between communal areas and individual apartments, providing a high level of tenant safety at an affordable price, especially when...

Fire Kills campaign offers some tips for Candle Fire Safety Week This week (19th-25th November) is Candle Fire Safety Week and Fire Service’s across the country are asking people to take extra care and snuff out the risk of fire in their homes. With the days growing darker and winter setting in, a few candles scattered round the room can lend a warm glow to an evening in or add some festive cheer to the season’s celebrations. But with candle fires resulting in ove...

Sprue’s WST-630 can be interlinked into a single network of up to 50 alarms for complete protection A 10-year, sealed for life battery, wireless interlink capability with up to 50 units on a network and ground-breaking ‘Thermoptek™’ technology inside are just some of the unique features the latest FireAngel WST-630 smoke alarm offers. Providing the ultimate protection for Grade F installations, this pioneering product is easy to fit and use and has bee...

RadioLINK is part of Aico's 'Expert' series of literature which gives in depth information about various topics As a leading supplier of domestic mains powered Fire and Carbon Monoxide alarms, it is not surprising that Aico was the first fire detection company to launch a range of alarms that can be linked together using Radio Frequency (RF signals), eradicating the need for hard wiring. Using their long term proven expertise in developing and manufacturing wireless alarm tec...

Murco’s products detect CFC, HCFC, HC and CO2 The complete range of refrigerant leak detection systems manufactured by Murco meet the relevant energy saving criteria and has now been approved by the Enhanced Capital Allowance scheme (ECA) for inclusion on the UK’s Energy Technology List. The ECA Scheme provides a cash boost to UK businesses by offering tax incentives to companies who invest in energy saving equipment. Speaking after the announcement, Murco’s...

IFSEC & OSH Arabia 2012 will take place in Riyadh from 9th to 11th Dec 2012 Saudi Aramco, Technology Control Company (TCC), Sabic and Ma’aden are confirmed as Platinum Sponsors for the upcoming IFSEC & OSH Arabia 2012 event. The event, which takes place in Riyadh from the 9th to 11th December 2012, will be held alongside and in partnership with the 15th International Conference and Exhibition for Industrial Security, organised by the Higher Commission for Indust...

Sprue Safety Products is committed to keeping more people safe from the dangers of fire and carbon monoxide Northern Ireland is the first country in the UK to take an important step forward in protecting its residents and tenants against the potentially fatal dangers of carbon monoxide (CO). Changes to Northern Ireland’s Building Regulations come into force from October 31st, making it a legal requirement to fit carbon monoxide alarms in all dwellings where a new or rep...

Apollo's wireless Xpander Range was installed at the Oxo Tower Apollo Fire Detectors are now playing an integral part in keeping an iconic building on London's South Bank safe. Members of the Apollo Partner Plus initiative, Drax Services, has recently been working with the Coin Street Community Builders (CSCB) to develop a design proposed by Environmental Design Associates and install a system for the Oxo Tower Wharf. The Oxo Tower has been a riverside landmark since the 193...

This allows Hochiki to offer fire detection, emergency lighting & control panel technology together Hochiki Corporation has announced its acquisition of Kentec Electronics, the UK based global leader in fire control panel manufacture. This development achieves Hochiki’s ambition to offer a state-of-the-art combination of fire detection, emergency lighting and control panel technology to its growing worldwide customer base. Established over 25 years ago, Kentec El...

Tyco's new company focuses on designing, delivering and maintaining fire protection and security solutions Tyco completed its separation transaction recently, forming the world’s largest dedicated fire protection and security company as measured by market share. Tyco, with more than three million customers and 69,000 employees in 50 countries, is a $10+ billion global leader in fire protection and security solutions. The new company is focused on accelerating growth and incre...

NFPA’s theme for this year “Have Two Ways Out!” focuses on the importance of fire escape planning and practice If you woke up to a fire in your home, how much time do you think you would have to get to safety?  According to the nonprofit National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), one-third of Americans households who made an estimate thought they would have at least 6 minutes before a fire in their home would become life threatening. Unfortunately, the...

HESIS becomes part of 59 companies in the UK who have been approved to supply Gent equipment Leading Merseyside firm HESIS Fire and Security has been recognised for its extensive capabilities and considerable experience in the fire industry having become an approved partner of Gent by Honeywell. Gent has been a market leader in the manufacture of fire detection and alarm equipment since the 1930s. In 2005, it was acquired by Honeywell, a company based in Morristown, New Jerse...

HESIS Fire and Security has increased turnover year-on-year, achieving £1.7million at the end of July 2012 Leading Fire and Security firm HESIS Fire and Security is celebrating record growth in the first two quarters of 2012, with continued robust growth forecast for the remainder of the year and beyond. The Merseyside headquartered company - which delivers, installs and maintains fire detection, door entry access controls and closed circuit television - has won contrac...

Hochiki's ESP is a total communications solution for intelligent and integrated fire detection Having been moored in the fishing town of Urk for several years, The Castor’s glory days as one of the Dutch Navy’s premier vessels were a distant memory and the 46m long, 8.5m wide ship was a shadow of its former self. Once the pride of the Dutch shipbuilding industry, it was in a state of complete disrepair – a rusting hulk that served as a home to a group of squa...

DuPont is spearheading efforts in pioneering materials, such as intelligent flame resistant fiber, Nomex Recent discussions among MENA civil defence authorities to ramp up fire safety standards across the board have intensified the acquisition of more reliable equipment, expertise and best practices among Arab states to further build up local fire fighting capabilities. Global business research and consulting firm Frost & Sullivan affirms that the call to action is expect...

Hochiki's FIREwave is designed for locations where minimum disturbance to the fabric of the building is important Hochiki Europe’s FIREwave wireless fire detection system makes its debut at Security Essen 2012. FIREwave forms part of Hochiki’s market leading range of innovative systems that offer unrivalled levels of flexibility, reliability and usability. Third party approved and EN 54 compliant, FIREwave is specifically designed for use in locations where minimu...

40 ALG ENM optical smoke sensors featuring Hochiki's HPCT were installed in the ship Having been moored in the fishing town of Urk for several years, The Castor’s glory days as one of the Dutch Navy’s premier vessels were a distant memory and the 46m long, 8.5m wide ship was a shadow of its former self. Once the pride of the Dutch shipbuilding industry, it was in a state of complete disrepair – a rusting hulk that served as a home to a group of squatters. Th...

Sprue Safety has become the first to achieve the LPS 1282 approval for its combined detectors Sprue Safety Products’ First Alert range of battery powered combination carbon monoxide and photoelectric smoke alarm (SCO5) has become the first to pass the rigorous approval requirements of LPS 1282 (Requirements and Testing Procedures for Combined Domestic Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors). This standard addresses a gap in the marketplace for combined domestic smoke and c...

Jason brings 14 years of electronics industry experience and 10 years experience within the Fire Industry Jason Pye has joined Kentec Electronics as their new Business Development Manager for London and the South East. Keen classic car restorer Jason brings 14 years of electronics industry experience and 10 years of experience within the Fire Industry with him. He also has a good knowledge of BS5839 part 2 and has personally worked with Kentec products on a range of projects...

Aico's new website makes searching for a trained installer easier than before Aico Ltd. - the UK's leading supplier of Smoke and Carbon Monoxide alarms - has upgraded its web site to make searching for a trained installer even easier than before. The Aico Fire Products Trained Installer Scheme (AFPTIS) provides the information and training necessary for contractors to achieve a successful and effective fire alarm installation.  It combines training and technical informat...

B&Q, UK’s leading home improvement retailer has been Sprue’s customer for over 10 years Sprue Safety Products Ltd, the designer and manufacturer of leading safety brands including FireAngel and First Alert, announces that it has signed an exclusive agreement with B&Q to supply its entire range of smoke and carbon monoxide alarms and other safety related products. B&Q is the UK's largest home improvement retailer and this agreement will provide its cust...

Watch this video for an overview of Hochiki Europe   Hochiki’s vision is to provide products and systems that achieve the highest levels of quality For almost 100 years Hochiki has led the way in the design and manufacture of innovative life safety solutions. Its leading edge commercial and industrial fire detection and emergency lighting products have acquired global acceptance as the benchmark for high-integrity and long-term re...

Chubb has secured LEGOLAND's Atlantis Submarine Voyage ride with a radio-networked fire alarm and high sensitivity smoke detection system   Chubb's fire protection system is linked to the ocean tank’s filtration system Designed and installed by Chubb, the fire system protects the structure and the submarines, which each carry up to 14 visitors, as they travel through the tank.  The tank will house more than 50 species of...

Chubb’s FX range of fire extinguishers is light weight and has models with enhanced fire ratings Chubb Fire & Security UK has launched its FX range of fire extinguishers that feature an innovative quick release mechanism and an ergonomically redesigned handle, lever and hose grip. The Chubb FX range is lighter weight, easier to use and many models also offer enhanced fire ratings. Chubb, a leading provider of electronic security and fire safety solutions for busines...

Cannock Chase Council has had a long standing working relationship with Aico for over ten years Long standing Aico customer Cannock Chase Council has made the decision to install Aico mains powered Carbon Monoxide (CO) alarms after a break of five years due lack of funding.  The alarms will be installed in properties containing gas and solid fuel appliances and open fireplaces. The Ei261ENRC CO alarm has been designed by Aico to readily allow for interconnection with its...