Fire Suppression System Accessories news

Jactone’s Premium Range foam portable fire extinguishers have been upgraded to an EcoFoam. Using a new high-performance bio-based extinguishant the Premium Range EcoFoam extinguishers have an improved fire rating performance when compared to the previous foam models. The new extinguishant also incorporates mainly renewable resources with better social acceptability. Features & Benefits The EcoFoam range of extinguishers are available in 6 and 9-liter models and features: Bio-based...

POK®’s product development department works every day to develop the new innovations that will be essential products in the fire-fighting sector. It is with this in mind that POK has developed a tailor-made product for fire truck manufacturers and is pleased to present the Kalipyge. This new product joins the range of remote-controlled monitors. Designed and manufactured in a unique aluminum alloy, it is ultra-compact. Although it takes up little space, it offers impressive performanc...

A coal fired power station based in the UK decided to invest in NOx emission improvements to work towards compliance with the Industrial Emission Directive and allow a wide diet of fuel types including high volatile content coal. This new coal diet brought safety challenges for the mature power station and additional explosion protection measures were required for the mills and classifier processes. The power station owner executed a rapid, rigid and rather extensive tender process – requ...

Jactone announces the certification of a NEW PAFSS system to UNECE regulation 107, which covers fire suppression for buses and coaches. In 2018, it will become a mandatory requirement for certain new classes of bus/coach to install a fire suppression system. The Jactone ABC 6kg Dry Powder PAFSS system has been tested and certified to UNECE Regulation No. 107, Revision 6, Amendment 5, Annex 13 – Part 1. Certified to operate at the preferred bus low temperature of -40°C the s...

A trip on the new AIDA Prima can be recommended by the Vienna Safety team! The installed CAT/MAK 12M46 DF engines as well the exhaust duct systems are protected, ‘state of the art’ with HOERBIGER Explosion Relief valves. A witness inspection on board was carried out by IEP Technologies’ colleague Dominik Suess, last year! AIDA prima is a new cruise ship built by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) for the German cruise operator AIDA Cruises. MHI was awarded a contract to build t...

The primary fuel used in the cogeneration plant is coal, yet secondary biomass fuels like dried sewage sludge and wood are also employed. The materials, which are in part pulverized, are transported via four silos and one docking station to the boiler. The energy released during the combustion process is converted into electricity and district heat by way of a combined heat and power process. Stadtwerke Duisburg generates a total of 5.4 million kilowatt hours of electricity per day. Appropriat...

Bob Perry would "like to see these become mandatory requirements to deliver building regulations" dhf (Door & Hardware Federation) has welcomed recommendations made in the Independent Review of Building Regulations and Fire Safety’s Interim Report, published on 18 December that those working on the design, construction, inspection and maintenance of complex and high-risk buildings are suitably qualified. Competency is crucial “We fully support the propos...

The new fire doors, installed into the charity’s Queens Road property, replace residents’ previous flat doors Delta Security, the CCTV and access control specialist, is helping to protect residents with the installation of new fire doors at a property managed by Brick-by-Brick, a London-based charity that provides permanent and temporary housing for people with homeless status. The new fire doors, installed into the charity’s Queens Road property, replace r...

It will be showcasing the UK manufactured fire safety and signage products, including PAFSS fire suppression systems, fire extinguishers, fire blankets, and signs. Of particular interest at this year’s show will be the PAFSS Direct Low Pressure (DLP) systems that are specifically designed to protect electrical enclosures. These PAFSS systems are certified by LPCB to LPS 1666. Also on the show, it will have two new additions to the UK manufactured Premium Range fire ext...

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will invest nearly $32 million to mitigate wildfire risk, improve water quality and restore healthy forest ecosystems in 24 states and Puerto Rico. Since 2014, USDA has invested $176 million in 56 Joint Chiefs’ Landscape Restoration Partnership Projects, which focus on areas where public forests and grasslands intersect with privately-owned lands. "Through Joint Chiefs, the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) works with agricultural...

Between 2011 and 2015, portable and stationary space heaters accounted for more than two of every five U.S. home heating fires and five out of six home heating fire deaths Keeping sufficiently warm during the winter months can prove challenging, particularly when frigid temperatures persist, as they have recently for much of the country. While portable space heaters can help generate heat, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is reminding the public that they do p...

ASL is excited to be returning to Integrated Systems Europe, 6-9 Feb, in a new location at 7-C230 in the Audio Hall, Hall 7. ASL will be showcasing the new combined voice alarm and commercial audio solution with EN54 + Dante™ technology. Rack-Based system By enabling Dante within an EN54 environment, ASL offers solutions to large-scale projects whereby an EN54 core solution is enhanced by the inclusion of pro-audio processing, control and advanced mixing, with secure transmission and fa...

This winter has been crazy — the cold days, frost and blizzards are never-ending, the roads are paved with salt, and it doesn’t seem to be improving any time soon. The layers of clothing are increasing and people still don’t seem to be feeling any warmer when darting from door to car. At the end of a long day, there’s nothing better than coming in out of the cold, cuddling up next to a nice, cosy space heater, and finally warming up. Space heaters are popular devices for...

Hochiki Europe, leading manufacturer of life safety solutions, has recently worked with Scottish Security and Fire Systems to ensure the safety and security of a renovated Baptist church in Fife. The building which now houses Glenrothes Baptist Church was first constructed in the early 1960s and used as local authority offices. Following its recent conversion into a place of religious worship and, as such, a place of medium assembly under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005...

The Board of Directors of global safety equipment manufacturer MSA Safety has elected Nishan J. Vartanian a Director of the company. Mr. Vartanian, 57, currently serves as MSA’s President and Chief Operating Officer. His election is part of a planned management succession, and coincides with an announcement MSA Chairman and CEO William M. Lambert made last night that he intends to retire as CEO in May of 2018. Mr. Lambert announced his retirement plans at the company’s annual manage...

With a clear directive to transform the organization through the strategic use of technology, ASIS is currently engaged in a broad range of innovative projects - including a major redesign of its primary website. On 26 January 2018, ASIS rolls out the first changes of a multi-phase project focused on improved and personalized content, powerful search, user-centric commerce, online community, and integrated systems for learning and certification. The website facelift includes a more graphical an...

Ernest Place is the perfect location for Kentec’s Taktis fire detection and alarm technology A dazzling new luxury student accommodation development in the heart of historic Durham is the perfect location for Kentec’s highly acclaimed Taktis fire detection and alarm technology. Modern student lifestyle Ernest Place, just 10 minutes away from the city’s vibrant centre and the university’s Durham city location, is a complex of 5 and 6-bed apartments and...

Three-day fringe programme addresses topics in fire and safety, hotel, factory and public security Secutech Thailand is set to open to the trade from 16 – 18 November in Bangkok. To align with the local market demand and trends, the 2017 edition will reveal a complete blueprint of a smart and safe city to an estimated 15,000 trade visitors. More than 150 global brands and companies will feature various updated applications in smart factory, high-rise buildings, hotels, h...

Kentec fire control panels are the first choice for many locations across the world Life Safety System Specialists Kentec Electronics, an independent fire control panel designer and manufacturer, will be highlighting its extensive, EN, UL & FM, Analogue & Extinguishant ranges of Fire Control Panel Solutions – the first choice for many safety critical, prestigious locations across the world. Kentec‘s comprehensive range of UL-listed, FM approved, Elite RS A...

No fire suppression system is complete without the correct suppression agent tanks; they are used to store the suppression agent and play a vital role in the dispersion of the agent upon system activation. In this post, Ardent Vehicle Fire Protection will look at the common issues affecting agent tanks and the importance of frequent maintenance and inspection. Stored pressure and cartridge operated tanks are commonly use in vehicle fire suppression systems. Both types of agent tank will perform...

Fire alarm systems and many of their components are especially susceptible to moisture damage from storms Summer 2017 was a wild one, at least in terms of severe weather. In response to the hurricanes and associated flooding that impacted untold numbers of fire alarm systems, AFAA has created a tip sheet for owners and Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs).  AFAA tip sheet Severe weather is inevitable, and so is the need to ensure that automatic fire alarm systems are...

Extinguishing agents and detectors are key components of any fire suppression system, but it is the control module that co-ordinates and dictates the response to fire. While the subject of control systems is worthy of a book in its own right, in this post Ardent Vehicle Fire Protection will briefly outline the control system process and the features currently available. fire suppressing agent Control modules essentially receive the information relayed by the sensors and detectors, then process...

"The fact that no fire has broken out for a long time does not mean that there is no danger; rather, it is a stroke of luck for operators, and one that can end at any time," says Marco van Lier from the General Association of the German Insurance Industry. If a fire breaks out, there is a risk that the IT infrastructure in data centers will be damaged. The power outage that can occur in the event of a fire causes particularly great damage due to the resulting data loss. fire protection solutio...

In this post, Ardent Fire Systems Limited continue their series looking at the detection methods used in vehicle fire suppression. Even the most effective extinguishing agents depend upon a rapid and reliable detection system. Here, the company looks at the most common types of detectors and the advantages and disadvantages of each. There are three types of detectors commonly used to sense the presence of fire: smoke, flame and heat detectors. Smoke Detectors Smoke detectors sense the pres...

The event was able to build on its leading position both in terms of numbers and content More buyers and more visitors from abroad from emergency services, civil defence and fire protection – that is the positive upshot of “REAS powered by INTERSCHUTZ” – Italy’s leading trade fair for civil protection and rescue services. The event was able to build on its leading position both in terms of numbers and content. Over the three-day show, more than 2...

The HFW-DHR-01 wireless magnetic door holder is compatible with all of the FIREwave Wireless Translator and Expander Modules enabling it to be easily integrated into a new or existing wireless system, linked to any wired system or even used as a standalone system. Wireless Magnetic Door Holder Features Its fully wireless and battery powered capability means it requires no wiring or power supply, making installation quick, easy and cost effective. In the event of an alarm, the HFW-DHR-01 can be...

Choosing a fire suppression system for one’s mobile equipment may look like a daunting task, especially when considering the number of options available. To assist in the choice of system, this article will give one a general overview of its main components and the factors that dictate the design of an effective system. Ardent Vehicle Fire Protection invites everyone to read though their blog posts so they can familiarize themselves with the key principles, technology and design decisions...

Under the motto "Those who do not understand the present cannot shape the future," the SICHERHEIT 2017 trade fair will take place from November 14 to 17 in Zurich. Interest is high: around 10,000 visitors and 100 exhibitors are expected at the 21st edition. For four days, WAGNER Schweiz AG will be presenting two of its best-selling solutions in technical fire protection under the trade fair's main theme of "Fire and disaster protection technology and fire alarm, smoke, water and gas warnin...

Carl Bryan, Managing Director of WAGNER UK, was an interviewee on "The Business Debate". Journalist Sarah Lockett spoke to him about the latest developments in fire protection. The focus of the interview was active fire prevention using oxygen reduction. Water from sprinkler systems The fire protection solution called OxyReduct® aims to prevent fires before they even start. Buildings, production facilities and resources are thus comprehensively protected and are not affected by, for e...

Two psychological therapists from The Fire Fighters Charity will also be speaking on the the emotional impact of emergency medical response Responding to fires in tall buildings will be a key focus at this year’s Emergency Services Show which returns to Hall 5 at the NEC, Birmingham, UK from 20th to 21st September 2017. Russ Timpson, founder of the Tall Building Fire Safety Network will present a session in the Lessons Learnt seminar theatre (sponsored by UCLan) on tall...