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Geofire’s new wire-free Agrippa fire door holder is a significant technological breakthrough that delivers new levels of functionality and reliability. Easy to install and program, the Agrippa holder allows fire doors to be held open for ease of access, releasing them in the event of a fire alarm sounding, to prevent the spread of fire and smoke. Advanced digital technology enables Geofire’s new Agrippa wire-free fire door holder to uniquely ‘listen and learn’ the sound...

Masoom Miah, of Frizinghall, rushed to the aid of his neighbor, when he saw her at the window of her smoke-filled bedroom on the morning of October 8th. The property, a three-bedroom semi-detached house, was starting to fill with smoke after the woman had used a blow torch as part of a DIY project. His quick-thinking actions led to him rescuing the woman from the house and this month, West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS) held a commendation ceremony at Shipley Fire Station, where Mr....

West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS) has opened its vault of pictures to give people an insight into some of the incredible photos taken over the last 150 years. The images are being revealed as WYFRS undergoes an incredible modernization with development to include a state-of-the-art urban search and rescue training center. The new sustainable headquarters, training center, and fire station will ensure firefighter learning in West Yorkshire is future-proof. Most iconic and dramatic...

The FDC Vietnam project is the first large-scale Frequentis project in Vietnam, generating an order value of EUR 8 million. It is the worldwide biggest fire brigade project of the Vienna-based high-tech company so far and another story of success regarding the cooperation with the Oesterreichische Kontrollbank (OeKB). construction phase After nearly 10 years of preparation, the contract covering the first construction and modernization phase of dispatch centers for the fire brigade and emerge...

The process of cutting and sewing was an old practice that involved careful hand-stitching, one at a time. Nowadays, sewing machines are used by workers to produce gloves of various kinds. Such a knitting technique makes it easier to produce high-utility gloves.   However, why is this technique used to make safety gloves?  Process of Cutting & Sewing  Cut-and-sewn designs use pieces of fabric stitched together on a sewing machine, like cotton jersey gloves. This proces...

Christina Nugent, 55, started working with West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS) when she was 41 years old. The mum-of-two from Pudsey has been based at Stanningley Fire Station and says she would encourage other women to just “go for it” if they are thinking about becoming a firefighter. Her commitment to helping women into the service is paying off – just this month seven female trainee firefighters joined the service. “It’s wonderful to see more women j...

ProInert offers all the benefits of other inert gas systems with several significant design improvements and enhancements that not only mean a superior product but savings to the bottom line. Most inert gas systems discharge from the nozzle into the protected space with a high surge flow rate, creating a hazardous pressure peak. These systems use pressure reducers further down the pipe network to mitigate safety issues, but also require both high-pressure and low-pressure piping. cost-effectiv...

While the purpose of a fire alarm system is to evacuate the building safely in the event of a fire, a mass notification system (MNS). The system is designed to keep occupants informed of the type of emergency and direct them on what to do and where to go. However, they share a common goal to warn people of danger and provide information to stay safe. NFPA 72 code For this reason, the NFPA 72 code recommends the use of a single integrated combination Emergency Communication System (ECS). FPS c...

In order to meet increased demand following the introduction of the statutory code, all forensic work previously managed by the Corporate Customer Team (CCT) at UKAS, has been taken into the Forensic section with immediate effect. This handover has been supported by a re-deployment of key staff from CCT to Forensics. Consolidate forensic operations within a single team This will consolidate the majority of forensic operations within a single team to allow them to focus on the expansion requir...

The list of "CPWG Interoperability Heroes" recently included their names: Martin Lies and David Dahlberg, scientists from the "Communication Systems" department at the Fraunhofer Institute for Communication, Information Processing and Ergonomics FKIE, have been honored with this exceptional distinction for their many years of involvement in several committees of Federated Mission Networking (FMN). The FMN initiative was founded in 2015 with the aim of improving interoperability betwee...

The VID Camera camera combines a standard network camera's enhanced resolution and picture clarity with built-in flame, smoke, and motion detector capabilities. The FM-approved technology detects: Presence of flames within the field of view of the camera. Reflected fire light when flames are obstructed. Presence of pluming smoke clouds and ambient smoke. Unauthorized Intrusion. FSM-IP network video recorder A scalable, network video recorder with video management software, each FS...

European manufacturer of complete fire safety systems, Global Fire Equipment (GFE), will showcase the latest additions to its product portfolio on Stand F10 in Hall 3 at Intersec 2023, which takes place in Dubai, UAE, from 17 – 19 January, 2023. Visitors to the stand will be able to find out about GFE’s range of advanced addressable fire alarm control panels and will be able to talk to GFE’s specialists about the benefits of working with a complete systems provider that has EN...

When it comes to fire alarms, users want to ensure that they have the best system fitted for their property size and purposes. The majority of the clients are businesses looking to secure the safety of their staff and clients. What is suitable for smaller commercial customers might not be the best option for multiple occupancy buildings. Amthal's experts will always advise on the best possible solution for user, but this handy guide should give user a good idea about the different fire ala...

From decorating the tree to indulging in delicious treats, as much as everyone loves this time of year, it’s important to remember that the holiday season also brings an increased risk of fires in the home. To help users stay safe, coopers have put together a list of some essential Christmas fire safety tips. There is something incredibly special about a real Christmas tree. Whether it’s the comforting scent of pine or the fact users can replant it after the festive season is over,...

The development of the Fire Control Fire Standard has been coordinated by National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) in conjunction with the NFCC Mobilising Officers Group. This further Fire Standard accompanies the twelve Fire Standards already published.  Fire Control Fire Standard The following NFCC National Operational Guidance underpins the Fire Control Fire Standard: Fire control National Operational Guidance: Survival guidance. Fire control National Operational Guidance: Fire cont...

After eight years, Simon Banks has made the difficult decision to step down from the BAFE Board. Justin Maltby-Smith, Group Managing Director of BAFE, stated, “In my first year with BAFE I can see that Simon has been an extremely supportive and valued member of the BAFE Board." "Simon’s work, especially in driving new talent into the fire and security sectors, has been of great value, and with Simon’s support BAFE has been honored to be part of this with our support of quality...

Bruce the dog was out for a walk with puppy River, his thoroughbred daughter, on Wednesday afternoon when he decided to scamper across a frozen fishing lake at Green Lane, Horbury, before catapulting into the freezing water. The dog managed to get to the island at the center of the lake - but it was thanks to River that help arrived quickly. The eight-month-old puppy alerted professional dog walker Sharon Skinner to the danger Bruce was in, and she immediately rang West Yorkshire Fire and Rescu...

Automatic gates remain an increasingly popular security choice for family homes, business premises, or public buildings – anywhere that full control over access is needed. Here, Jamie Allam, CEO Amthal supports a new campaign by the Door Hardware Federation (DHF) to show why it’s so important to focus on correct installation and maintenance, to maximize their potential and ensure they are safe and secure. Powered and automated gates are more frequently becoming part of the design o...

Ultra-fast detection of hydrocarbon and hydrogen fires is possible with Fike optical flame detectors. Their resistance to weather conditions and false alarms, and ability to detect smoke and oil mist with Fike Video Analytics, make UV/IR optical detection ideal for high-risk environments. Optical flame detectors identify fires and explosions in as few as 5 milliseconds and offer high visibility of up to 100 ft. Various models of high-speed flame detectors include: IR3: Detects hydrocar...

Offering fire, process monitoring, and pre-explosion protection capabilities, industrial thermal imaging cameras accurately identify hot spots or overheated equipment, providing early warning to avoid equipment damage or personnel risk.  Cameras provide live and recorded video from the camera as well as a phone app with alarm push notifications and remotely controlled relays. Contact to discuss users' specific goals and Fike can help select the ideal industrial thermal imaging camera for t...

Linear heat and fire detection cable (LHD) will sense an excessive temperature or fire condition at any point along its length and display its location at the control panel. Designed for use in a wide variety of fire and heat detection applications, LHD cable is particularly suited for harsh environmental conditions, applications where maintenance access is in a physical or hazardous area, and/or where there is a requirement to cost-effectively install detection near the hazard. advanced polym...

Despite their quaint façades, modern care home environments are under consistent pressure to secure the safety and care of vulnerable residents and staff. Between funding constraints, staff retention, and the reverberations of COVID-19, the UK’s 17,000 care homes and their 400,000 residents face several challenges to provide safe and comfortable settings for occupants. Where the safety and care of residents is concerned, external regulation from the Care Quality Commission (CQC) is...

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) will host its inaugural Regional Wildland Symposium on March 17-18 in Box Elder, SD. This wildland fire-focused event will bring together fire and EMS personnel from across the region and country to participate in valuable classroom training and idea exchange. interactive classroom training The symposium will provide an opportunity to learn from interactive classroom training and share ideas and best practices with wildland firefighters and other stak...

Two Level 3 Fire & Security Apprentices at Northern Irelands, South Eastern Regional College (SERC) have jointly lifted the Nittan Shield Fire Engineering Apprentice of the Year title for 2022 at the College. Apprentices Alexander Wallace (Saintfield) employed by Building Protection Systems (NI) Ltd and Jonny Hamilton (Bangor) employed by Atlas World is the first to share the Award. Performance SERC Fire and Security Lecturer Robin Hamill said, “This Award reflects both young men&...

While Christmas calls for celebration, it is also the time to pay attention to fire safety at the place. If not handled properly, many things enjoyed during this time, such as fairy lights, candles, trees, and decorations, can all turn into dangerous fire hazards. Here are some of the best fire safety advice, so that their home and business stay safe during this season. 1. Check the Christmas lights Major Christmas fires get ignited by a little spark or short in the Christmas lights, so i...

The National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) has released a statement calling on the Government to make it a requirement for all new high-rise residential buildings over 18 meters or seven stories to have more than one staircase. In England, there is currently no maximum height for residential buildings with only one staircase. Changes in high-rise buildings NFCC is urging the Government to adopt the following changes for high-rise residential buildings over 18 meters or seven storeys: All...

Following on from the November announcement made by the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) that it was introducing legislation to continue recognition of the CE marking and reversed epsilon marking until 31 December 2024 for most goods being placed on the GB market, the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) has now confirmed that it shall be following suit with respect to construction products. DLUHC has now stated its intention to en...

When it comes to mountain biking, having the right helmet is crucial for both safety and comfort on the trails. Among the wide array of options available, the POC Otocon stands out as a top choice for its advanced technology and stylish design. Intro to the Otocon In this article, they'll be comparing two available versions of the Otocon: the standard edition named just “Otocon” and the “Otocon Race MIPS”. They'll examine the differences between the two, highlighting th...

FPS offers clean agent fire suppression systems using 3M™ Novec™ 1230 Fire Protection Fluid. Because it is a fluoroketone, 3M Novec 1230 fluid is used globally in more than 50,000 special hazard fire suppression applications. These applications range from data centers to military operations to archival storage facilities. 20-year Blue Sky Warranty It’s a cost-effective and environmentally sustainable Halon 1301 replacement and hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) alternative. Because of...

Introduced to the market in 2004 by Fike, ECARO-25 is an electrically non-conductive, non-corrosive fire suppression agent. The agent is free of residue and has a zero ozone-depletion potential. The ECARO-25 fire suppression system requires 20 & fewer agents per cubic foot than an HFC-227 ea or FM-200 system and 30% less than FK-5-1-12 Systems. Efficiency ECARO-25 is 15% more efficient in hold time than an HFC-227 ea or FM-200 fire suppression system, and 25% more efficient...