Fire Suppression System Accessories news

REAS powered by INTERSCHUTZ highlights the three segments of firefighting, disaster relief and emergency services Running from 6 to 8 October at the Montichiari exhibition centre, “REAS powered by INTERSCHUTZ” is set to be a major draw. As Italy’s flagship exhibition for rescue services, civil defence and fire prevention, the event has acquired even more international appeal, ever since Centro Fiera di Montichiari and Deutsche Messe, the producers of the INTE...

HD Deluge Valves models H2/H3 receive CPRI certification HD Deluge Valves models H2/H3 were certified by Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) for use in Seismic Zones. Various test like seismic qualification test, operating basis earthquake (OBE), safe shutdown earthquake tests were successfully performed in CPRI Lab. The tests were performed as per IEEE 344 Standard for Seismic Qualification of Equipment for Nuclear Power Generating Stations.

David worked as a Junior Firefighter at 16 before serving at Kings Lynn and Norwich and Sprowston as an operational firefighter David Ashworth has been announced as the new permanent Chief Fire Officer for Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service (NFRS). David, who has been acting CFO for the past nine months, was selected following a competitive recruitment process. Building trust and respect of colleagues Tom McCabe, Director of Community and Environmental Services at Norfolk Count...

MAWWFRS is responsible for providing public safety information, prevention and protection programmes Infographics UK Ltd., a specialist software manufacturer, and Microsoft Gold Partner, announces that Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service (MAWWFRS) has selected their FireWatch solution and additional Microsoft Azure cloud hosting services. MAWWFRS is responsible for providing public safety information, prevention and protection programmes, and emergency response cover a...

Hikvision selected as top manufacturer partner by Koorsen Fire & Security Hikvision USA Inc., the North American leader in award-winning video surveillance products and solutions, is pleased to announce it received the Koorsen Fire & Security Circle of Excellence Award. Koorsen Fire & Security, an Indianapolis-based integrator established in 1946, annually grants this award to a partner that exhibits exemplary performance in supporting its business. “Ko...

The fire alarm and detection system had not been tested, serviced, and maintained as it should have On the 4th September 2016, North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service were called to a report of a fire at flats on Fulford Road in York. During the incident, which had been caused by an electrical fault near to the fuse board, fire officers found that the fire alarm and detection system provided for the two flats and communal hallway was not working. Further investigation found th...

Amthal designed and installed a fire alarm and security system for JPA Furniture around working hours to minimise disruption Contract furniture specialists JPA Furniture has returned to its security roots, looking to Amthal to design, install and maintain a bespoke fire safety solution for the benefit of its staff and visitors. JPA Furniture initially used Amthal to create a bespoke CCTV system for its head office before requesting the fire and security specialist takeove...

Nobody expects a fire on-board their equipment; however, when a fire hits the results can be catastrophic. Expensive repair bills, costly downtime and a delay in production all affect the bottom line and in the worst cases, it endangers lives. The best way to protect the people and vehicles is to prevent fire altogether. At Ardent, the company strongly recommend their customers to perform daily maintenance checks to help reduce the risk of equipment fire. Regular Cleaning Keeping equipment cle...

The WAGNER Group GmbH is expanding in Scandinavia and has acquired the majority of the Norwegian company Hypoxic Technologies AS, based in Verdal near Trondheim, effective May 15, 2017. Like the WAGNER Group, the company specializes in active fire prevention using oxygen reduction. Hypoxic Technologies will distribute WAGNER's OxyReduct® technology in the Scandinavian market in the future. Cooperation offers many advantages Hypoxic Technologies AS will continue LowOx sales and expand the...

All the money raised during the run will go to military veterans with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder On Tuesday 30th May, 2017, firefighter Terrance Gregg who is based at York fire station and Watch Manager Justin Rowe who is based at Malton fire station will set off from York fire station and run 296 miles, to North Devon, over a number of days. They are planning to arrive on Saturday 11th June at Royal Marine Base, Chivenor, North Devon, the home of Justin’s old regim...

Hochiki Europe, a provider of life safety solutions, has launched a brand new analogue addressable life safety platform, L@titude. At the heart of the system is an innovative, modular panel that is easy to operate and install. This allows maintenance teams to rapidly locate and examine any incidents occurring across their premises, in real-time, from any location. Fully Customisable Life Safety System L@titude will also enable customers to create a fully customisable life safety system thanks...

Syncro can be configured to suit all types of system from the simplest to the highly complex A £60m expansion of Belfast’s boutique hotel is being protected by a new and upgraded fire safety system that has Kentec control panel technology at its heart. Phase one of Ten Square Hotel Belfast’s impressive 50-bedroom extension was completed in December 2016, with work on the whole project set to finish later this year. This first ph...

The project saw Advanced Axis EN panels installed in the building at the core of a network A fire system from Advanced has been selected to protect the world-renowned Faculty of Chemistry and Pharmacy at Bulgaria’s Sofia University. Originally founded in 1925 and restructured into its present form in 1962, the Faculty of Chemistry and Pharmacy is one of the most respected university departments in Europe, working closely with many global organisations and private compani...

Netatmo unveils a new product in its Security range: the Smart Smoke Alarm. Netatmo's Security range already includes Welcome, the indoor security camera with face recognition, that recognizes the faces it sees, and Presence, the outdoor security camera that detects and resorts on people, cars and animals. People worry about the security of their homes when they're away; it's a source of anxiety for 70% of English people'. They want solutions for monitoring and protecting their homes. Home Sec...

The FireSafety was opened by the mayor of Cologne Hans-Werner Bartsch (CDU) The VdS-FireSafety on December 7th and 8th brought over 2,600 experts from 18 countries to the Cologne Exhibition Centre – 30% more than last year. As usual, the industry-gathering combined a large number of high-quality offers: six VdS conferences (“Fire Detection and Alarm Systems”, “Fire Extinguishing Systems”, “Smoke and Heat Exhaust Ventilation Systems&rdquo...

Most people don’t consider fire a significant risk, complacency is one of the greatest dangers when it comes to fire safety The fires that occurred this past week in Oakland, California, Cambridge, Massachusetts, and Gatlinburg, Tennessee, reinforce that fires can happen anywhere, anytime and with deadly consequences. As people enter public places this holiday season, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is strongly encouraging everyone to be well aware of the...

Failure to pay the fine within 14 days will result in 18 months’ imprisonment On the 8th August, 2015, North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service carried out a fire safety inspection of The Kam Thai (Whitby) Ltd Restaurant, 63-65 Church Street, Whitby. During the inspection, Fire Safety Officers found a number of serious fire safety deficiencies regarding the accommodation provided for employees. This included a failure to carry out a written fire risk assessment, a failur...

The award recognises Advanced’s role in driving higher standards in the fire industry and its ongoing role in relevant fire standards committees Global fire systems manufacturer Advanced announces that it has received an award from BSI, the business standards company, for 10 years of standards excellence in fire systems. The award recognises Advanced’s role in driving higher standards in the fire industry and its ongoing role in relevant fire standards committees....

Securexpo East Africa is the largest security focused exhibition and conference in the East African region Securexpo East Africa will be held this November with this year’s edition far bigger than it was in 2015. The whole event has grown by 25% with over 70 companies now exhibiting and thousands of products on display. The conference has also grown and will now feature 15 sessions covering all aspects of the regional and international security market. Largest security...

SIDERISE cavity barriers ensure that the system will drain any moisture whilst maintaining airflow SIDERISE has just launched its new installation guidance video for its ‘Open State’ horizontal and vertical cavity fire barriers. SIDERISE RH ‘Open State’ horizontal cavity barriers have been specifically designed to meet the requirements for cavity fire barriers used in drained and ventilated facades. These barriers ensure that the system will drain...

QuickZone offers a choice of three control panels, allowing installers to specify the system that best matches their performance  Global fire systems provider Advanced has extended the range of its QuickZone range of conventional and twin-wire fire panels by adding a 16-32 zone option. This complements the existing 2-4 and 4-12 zone options and significantly enhances the versatility of the panel range. QuickZone features QuickZone offers a choice of three control pa...

MxPro 5 panels can be used in single loop, single panel format or easily configured into high speed, 200-panel networks covering huge areas Even the smallest buildings can be of critical importance to their users, especially in relatively isolated communities. The performance and reliability of Advanced’s MxPro fire alarm panels has seen them installed in another remote coastal location, the Atlantic Islands Centre on Luing, off the west coast of Scotland. Situated sout...

 Representatives from SIDERISE will be available on Stand A59 in Za'abeel Hall 5 The manufacturer of firestop and acoustic barrier insulation systems Siderise is set to highlight its capabilities and exhibit its expansive range of products at the inaugural Windows Doors and Facades Event in Dubai from the 18-20 September.   Held at the Dubai World Trade Centre, this must-attend new trade show will bring together architects, interior designers, devel...

Assa Abloy fire doors have been tested to deter heat from transferring from one side of the door to the other ASSA ABLOY Security Doors, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the provider of door opening solutions, now offers enhanced fire door solutions that provide both integrity and insulation. In most applications, fire doors are required to prevent the transfer of flames from the exposed side of a door to the unexposed side in order satisfy UK Building & Fire Regulations. In...

Securex is expected to attract 70 local and international exhibitors and 2,500 trade visitors Securexpo East Africa, Kenya’s primary exhibition for the commercial and homeland security market, it set to grow significantly. The exhibition and conference will take place from the 8-10 November at the Visa Oshwal Centre and has already substantially increased in size compared to the previous edition. Rise in demand The exhibition in November is expected to attract 70 local...

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...

Door-Stops new video is aimed at educating people about the fire doors Door-Stop, the UK’s leading supplier of composite doors, has launched a new video to promote the importance of correctly specifying fire doors, in order to prevent the risk of prosecution and protect against the spread of fire. Although fire doors should be integral to a building’s fire risk management strategy, they are often not given the consideration they deserve. As such, Door-Stop’...

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...

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...