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Perimeter Solutions, a pioneering manufacturer of high-quality fire retardant, has donated a 260-gallon tote of PHOS-CHEK® LCE20-Fx long-term fire retardant to the Logan Lake Fire Department in British Columbia, Canada. Located in the Highland Valley, Logan Lake is at risk of wildfire as it is surrounded by forests that incur frequent lightning storms.  The PHOS-CHEK fire retardant can be applied by the fire department as active wildfires are approaching to protect property. It can als...

Seagrave is excited to announce that effective this date, New Jersey will now be represented by two existing Seagrave dealers for Sales, Service and Parts in addition to their factory service facility in East Brunswick. Hudson Valley Fire Equipment, LLC is located in Putnam County, New York, Hudson Valley Fire Equipment, LLC (HVFE) is a company that offers a variety of services to help users enhance the purchase, construction, and delivery of the new emergency vehicle. Providing sales and main...

Both BAFE and FireQual are deeply saddened by the death of Jonathan O’Neill OBE, Managing Director of the Fire Protection Association (FPA). Jonathan has been such an influential person in the advancement of competence within the fire protection sector. His career and dedication are testament to his character, with a level of integrity that is hard to match. In 2017, as many will already be aware, Jonathan was awarded an OBE for services to fire safety. While extremely prestigious, this o...

Amerex Fire International Ltd has announced it is rebranding as AFIL, reflecting its acquisition by Ranger Fire and Security earlier this year. AFIL is an extinguisher, vehicle and kitchen suppression service provider that has national coverage, with long-standing relationships with key fire extinguisher distributors and service providers.  Range of acquisitions Its acquisition by Ranger was part of a wider range of acquisitions in the fire and security sector, as Ranger b...

Wallington firefighter, and long-term boxing enthusiast, Charlie Beatt (44), has won an award for his dedicated voluntary work as a coach with the London Fire Brigade’s boxing club. Charlie has been named Merton Partnership Civic Pride Volunteer for 2024, in recognition of the positive impact he’s had on young people who have attended his boxing sessions. Every young boxer participating in the 10-week training program is put through their paces under Charlie’s watchful eye and...

Amthal has extended its service to become an internationally trusted provider of fire protection solutions, working closely with key clients in the Oil & Gas, Data Center, Petroleum, Energy, and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) sectors.  The UK-based fire safety and security specialist has recently completed the first of three fire & suppression pump packages for an energy project in the Middle East. The program of works involved the installation and commissioning of fire prote...

The American Fire Sprinkler Association (AFSA), a nonprofit, international association representing merit shop fire sprinkler contractors, has been a positive force in the industry to promote user education of the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) codes and standards. The industry’s landscape of education is consistently advancing, and as they lean into a digitally focused future, AFSA thought it pertinent to ensure their training and education models could withstand t...

Amthal Group Companies has welcomed over twenty new members to its team in the first half of 2024, demonstrating its commitment to growth, innovation, and service excellence. The Group company, formed of Amthal Fire and Security (AFS) together with Integrated Protection Maintenance Services (IPL) has bolstered its team in both the office and engineering divisions, ensuring it can meet and exceed the expectations of its clients. New engineering teams Skilled professionals are essential to Amth...

National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) testified before the House of Representatives Homeland Security Committee’s Subcommittee on Emergency Management and Technology regarding the impact that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) proposed Emergency Response Standard will have on volunteer fire departments. OSHA published a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on February 5 to replace their Fire Brigade Standard with the proposed Emergency Response Standard. While ther...

For nearly three decades, Graham Lowe has been a guiding force in fire safety, serving as Managing Director of Hochiki Europe. Now, as he steps into retirement, Lowe offers a unique perspective on the remarkable transformations within the fire detection industry and how Hochiki Europe has strategically adapted to stay at the forefront. In this interview, Lowe shares his insights and thoughts for the future not only for the team at Hochiki but also for the broader industry. Over your tenure at H...

UKAS welcomes the government’s announcement of the creation of a new Construction Products Regulator, which will be housed within the Office of Products Safety & Standards (OPSS) within the Business Department (BEIS). The new Regulator’s role will be to ensure that products used throughout the construction sector are safe.  This move is intended to address the shortcomings and issues exposed by the Grenfell Tower tragedy in 2017. overarching framework for safety Matt Gant...

Fire protection solutions manufacturer, Advanced, has provided an intelligent fire panel with wireless detection to protect a historic mansion house and estate in Scotland. An Advanced MxPro 5 analog addressable fire panel has been installed in Wedderlie House to provide industry-pioneering protection that is high-performance and fault-tolerant. The system protects the whole house, which requires Category L2 coverage as it provides wedding accommodation. EMS Firecell wireless devices Wedderl...

Over 100 representatives from across Illinois’ fire service organizations gathered in River Grove, IL, for the Metropolitan Fire Chiefs Association of Illinois’ 18th Annual Fire Services Home Day, held this year at Triton College’s EMT/Fire Science Program Building. The fire professionals were joined by elected officials and staffers from a number of state and federal offices with 18 fire service vendors displaying key equipment used in the fire service. Various pieces of equ...

GearGrid is excited to announce their attendance at the 2024 Station Design Conference from May 20 to May 23, 2024, at the Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel in Glendale, Arizona (AZ), USA. International Sales Representative, Jeff Anderson, says "The Station Design Conference is a great way to help fire departments across the nation upgrade their storage solutions. It allows GearGrid to connect to stations across the nation and provide them with solutions to their unique storage challenges....

Dorplan, a pioneer in doorset and ironmongery solutions, is proud to announce the launch of SignetFire, a new brand dedicated to high-performance replacement fire doorsets. With a focus on meeting and exceeding industry standards, SignetFire is designed to provide optimal fire safety while maintaining exceptional functionality and esthetic appeal. SignetFire is partnering with clients and installers to deliver compliant buildings that protect and save lives. Robust fire door regulati...

Sweden's Södra Älvsborgs Rescue Service Association, (SÄRF) has increased its deployment of LiveU's real-time video transmission solutions, adding recording capabilities to create a complete 'live and store' video set-up for situational awareness and use in training scenarios.  This significantly strengthens its decision-making, responsiveness, and preparedness to deal with fires and accidents. Headquartered in Boras, the regional rescue organization runs rescue services in...

Resideo Technologies, a pioneering global provider of solutions for home comfort, energy management, safety, and security, has rolled out its latest First Alert® smoke alarm innovations at retailers nationwide. From the most trusted brand in fire safety comes Precision Detection™ advanced sensing technology that defines a new era of residential fire protection and coincides with the most significant smoke alarm industry manufacturing standards in decades, which will come into effect J...

Accelerating fire safety solutions in the Middle East, global wireless solutions provider Ramtech has announced an exclusive distribution deal in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The agreement will see Ramtech’s product range, which includes the renowned Wireless Evacuation System (WES3) and REACT platform, operate via Mimar, a pioneering provider of equipment and engineering solutions in the Saudi Arabian construction market. Impact on the construction landscape Pr...

On 26 and 27 June, FeuerTrutz 2024 will come under the spotlight with innovative solutions and products for fire prevention and containment. Experts from all over Europe will gather to network and discuss the latest trends and challenges in fire protection. Stefan Dittrich, Director of FeuerTrutz at NürnbergMesse, gives us some insights into the preparations and highlights the most important aspects for visitors. Mr Dittrich, FeuerTrutz 2024 starts in just a few weeks. Can you give us some...

Kentec Electronics, the manufacturer of innovative life safety solutions, has introduced a range of new features to its cutting-edge Taktis analog addressable fire alarm control panel. Packed with innovative new functionality to protect even the most complex buildings, Taktis is now the perfect solution for a wide range of applications including schools, hospitals, multi-site retail, and critical national infrastructure, as well as commercial and industrial facilities. Fire alarm control pane...

Dafo Vehicle, a global pioneer in fire safety for vehicles in high-risk industries, has released its new and improved Forrex EVO suppression agent in line with incoming rules to reduce fluorine content in agents around the world. Forrex EVO supersedes Dafo Vehicle’s original Forrex agent, upholding its effective flame knockdown, high penetration capability and fast cooling effect, while enhancing the environmental credentials as a fluorine-free alternative. The suppression agent is design...

Dräger, an international pioneer in the fields of medical and safety technology, has supported the City of Derry Airport in modernizing its suite of personal protection equipment (PPE) and protocols to safeguard its specialist Fire and Rescue Service (FRS) from incident-based safety risk and the risks posed by carcinogens to which they are often exposed. The City of Derry Airport is northwest Ireland’s largest airport which, at its pre-pandemic peak, provided over 200,000 passenger f...

Following a decision of the Board Euralarm has welcomed Detectortesters as their newest member. The company will become a member of the Euralarm Fire Section and Services Section. Detectortesters are the world’s pioneering designer and manufacturer of functional test solutions for fire detection systems. With over 50 years of experience in the field of testing, the company’s product range provides a global audience with functional test solutions for smoke, heat, and CO fire detectors...

Renowned life safety pioneer, Hochiki Europe, is gearing up to display its comprehensive fire safety solutions at the Fire Safety Event 2024, taking place at the NEC Birmingham, from the 30th of April to the 2nd of May 2024.  The event brings together industry professionals dedicated to raising the bar on fire safety, and visitors to Hall 5, stand E35 will experience firsthand Hochiki Europe's commitment to innovative technology and unparalleled life safety systems and devices. Next-level...

Celebrations are underway as Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service turns 50 years old. The Service will be marking the anniversary with a range of events and activities throughout the year, with crews hosting events at stations and staff celebrating the milestone across the county. Residents are also encouraged to get involved by leaving their comments and memories of the Service in an online book available on the Service’s website, as well as sharing any photos of interactions with...

The 2nd Edition Hospitality Innovation Summit Saudi Arabia and UAE organized on the 6th and 7th of March 2024, concluded with an overwhelming response while setting whole new standards of excellence for itself. The summit began with the much-needed information pack on the hospitality industry of the region presented by Turab Saleem, Partner at Knight Frank, also the knowledge partner to the summit who stressed the importance of growing home brands to the scale of international brands. This...

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) is pleased to announce the winners of its annual fire service achievement awards, which recognize fire service volunteers who have gone above and beyond in service to their department and community. The 2024 recipients are Stephen Austin, Lifetime Achievement Award, sponsored by Lincoln Financial Group; Chief John Swan Sr., Chief James P. Seavey Sr. Health & Wellness Leadership Award, co-sponsored by VFIS and Ward Diesel Filter Systems; Joseph Val...

ARC Restoration, a prestigious company specializing in both residential and commercial property restoration, recently announced a strategic enlargement of its business operations. The company is transitioning from its previous premises of 2,000 square feet to a more extensive facility of 10,000 square feet. The new premises are expected to enhance service delivery to clients in need of specialized services like water mitigation and smoke damage restoration. Client base of ARC Restoration The...

London Fire Brigade has made improvements and has therefore been removed from an enhanced level of monitoring by the fire inspectorate. His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) continuously monitors the performance of all fire and rescue services in England. The monitoring process consists of two stages: Scan and Engage. All fire and rescue services are in routine monitoring under the Scan stage by default, but may be escalated to enhanced...

Survey participants from fire departments, aid organizations, and technical relief organizations are dissatisfied with the digital development in their organizations. This emerges from a study on digital transformation in civil security that was carried out by the Paderborn Safety Innovation Center eV on behalf of the Association for the Promotion of German Fire Protection (vfdb). According to the respondents, digitalization should be promoted in civil security. Introduction of digital technol...