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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...

Streamlight®, Inc., a provider of high-performance lighting and weapon light/laser sighting devices, launched the Enduro® Pro, a versatile, low-profile headlamp with a sleek design for outdoor enthusiasts, industrial professionals, and consumers alike. The new light offers three lighting modes to cover a variety of tasks, including: spot LEDs for focused, task lighting; flood beams for soft, area illumination; and red LEDs to preserve night vision. The compact headlamp also offers effor...

Advanced was chosen for the 216-year-old facility because of its ease of installation and the performance benefits it delivers Lux Intelligent, the leading emergency light testing system, has been specified to replace an obsolete system at Plas y Brenin, the National Mountain Sports Centre in the heart of Snowdonia. The Centre is the home of mountain sports, providing both residential and non-residential courses catering for all ages in a range of mountain and water sports....

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 aerial platform offers a 50-mph wind rating, a five-inch waterway, and a wide and roomy platform basket Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation company, has placed two Pierce Velocity pumpers and a Pierce 100-foot aerial platform into service with the Redmond Fire Department located in Redmond, Washington. Following the department’s ‘push in’ ceremony, Redmond Fire Department’s fleet is 100% Pierce apparatus. Fire suppression and emergenc...

The acquisition of Akron Brass creates a $330 million premier fire and rescue platform for the global firefighting industry IDEX CORPORATION announced recently that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Akron Brass Holding Corp. (the “Company”), an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Premier Farnell plc (“Premier Farnell”), and a global leader in the manufacturing of safety equipment and emergency response equipment, for a cash considera...

Eric will manage the Fire/EMS & OEM sales activities within the Northeast territory Eric Doty has been hired as the new Northeast Regional Sales Manager for Fire/EMS markets for Code 3® Inc. In this role, Eric will manage the Fire/EMS & OEM sales activities within the Northeast territory, to ensure delivery of the OEM Division sales and order goals, as well as manage the key end-user contacts. Background Eric brings 27 years of business experience in sales, a...

The certification is applicable over 50 different E2S explosion proof, intrinsically safe & general industrial product E2S Warning Signals, the world’s leading independent manufacturer of audible and visual warning devices, recently renewed its Russian Fire Certificate applying to a series of popular products. The extended Certificate of Conformity to GOST 53325 -2012 issued by Fire Safety Technologies, the independent Russian Approval authority, is valid until...

Lux Intelligent ensures all emergency lighting is compliant and functioning with no engineer intervention required A landmark, £11.6 million new building at the University of Sheffield has been equipped with the industry-leading, Lux Intelligent emergency lighting test system from Advanced. Lux Intelligent ensures all emergency lighting is compliant and functioning with no engineer intervention required, saving money, time while maintaining compliance. It has recently b...

E2S’s full range of explosion proof, safe & marine approved warning devices will be available for the exhibit E2S Warning Signals, manufacturer of audible and visible warning devices, design and manufacture a large number of different sounders, beacons and call points for use in onshore and offshore hazardous areas. At the end of March, the company will be showcasing its product ranges at two exhibitions some 8000 km apart. From 26 – 28 March at the China...

The Oasis Camel Dairy has been using FoxFury area lights and spotlights to assist with nightly upkeep around the dairy FoxFury Lighting Solutions is proud to continue its sponsorship of the Oasis Camel Dairy, which is the first camel dairy to open in the US. They use FoxFury lights in their animal shows (including the Wild West Turkey Stampede) and in nightly operation of the dairy. FoxFury first met Gil and Nancy Riegler at the San Diego County Fair during one of their popul...

The Nomad Transformer is the tallest member of the Nomad Area-Spot family FoxFury Lighting Solutions is pleased to officially introduce its tallest and brightest portable scene light, the Nomad Transformer. The rechargeable Transformer delivers up to 14,000 lumens for up to 24 hours at a max height of 12.5 ft (3.8 m). This powerful generator-free light uses CREE LEDs and can be used as a 360 degree scene light, area light and spot light. The Nomad Transformer is the tallest m...

INTERSCHUTZ 2015 generally attracts around 1,300 exhibitors from more than 40 countries Dr. Thomas de Maizière, Minister of the Interior, praised the commitment of the many volunteers working with Germany’s technical civil defense organisation, the voluntary fire service and other relief organisations. According to de Maizière, who is also serving as the patron of INTERSCHUTZ 2015 in Hannover, approx. 1.7 million volunteers form the backbone of Germany&...

The three-day event nears sell-out three months ahead of opening its doors for the 17th time World's premier safety and security exhibition expects stronger than ever turnout as global players converge in growing market. A record turn-out of safety and security companies from Germany, UK and the USA will be at the forefront of international participation at Intersec 2015, as the three-day event nears sell-out three months ahead of opening its doors for the 17th time. Organis...

One of the main roles of FLIR K50 handheld camera is to establish if the fire has been extinguished effectively A number of companies that manufacture, or use, flammable chemicals and toxic materials are based in the Belgian port of Waasland, near Antwerp, and clearly these commercial activities present an increased fire risk.  Accordingly, the Beveren fire service that is responsible for fire safety of the port and its surrounding municipalities, has always invested in...

Hochiki Europe, the leading manufacturer of innovative life safety solutions, has demonstrated commitment to its overseas markets with the appointment of Ilian Lukanov to the position of Regional sales manager for Central and Eastern Europe.  He will be responsible for key accounts and opening new sales channels. Lukanov, who graduated from Sofia University and the Hamburg Business School is fluent in both German and Russian.  He has considerable experience in fire...

The new light will benefit the American Diabetes Association Research Foundation Streamlight® Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting equipment, introduced a new Red Nano Light® as part of the company’s Lights for a Cause series of flashlights. The new light will benefit the American Diabetes Association Research Foundation. Streamlight will donate $1.00 to the organisation for each of these Red Nano Lights sold.  Proceeds will help support re...

Hochiki Europe worked alongside the University of Greenwich in the rail sector on Project Getaway A pioneering European Union (EU) funded project to improve the evacuation of railway stations, which has involved Hochiki Europe - the leading manufacturer of innovative life safety solutions - has been recognised by The Guardian University Awards. The Guardian University Awards showcase and celebrate the outstanding innovation, creativity and impact of UK universities in del...

ClipMate USB is ideal to carry for close-up work, such as reading a driver’s license or making equipment repairs Streamlight® Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting and weapon light/laser sighting devices, introduced a rechargeable version of its versatile ClipMate®, the ClipMate® USB. The super-bright, multi-function clip-on light includes a built-in USB charge tab for convenient, cordless recharging.  The new light also features a flexi...

FoxFury has made application-specific LED lighting tools for professional markets since 2003 FoxFury Lighting Solutions will exhibit its LED fire helmet lights, portable scene lights and right angle firefighter flashlights at Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC 2014), the world's largest firefighter training conference and exhibition, next week in Indianapolis, IN. FoxFury will release its newest light at 1:23 P.M. EDT on April 10 as well as have two special guests (E...

The new light features a white C4® LED to provide exceptional brightness and utility for a light its size - 70 lumens Streamlight® Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting and weapon light/laser sighting devices, introduced a rechargeable version of its popular Stylus Pro® pen-sized light, the Stylus Pro® USB. The compact light includes a USB recharging port, allowing tactical and other users to charge it on the go, using a computer or other el...

Streamlight’s Scorpion HL uses LED technology delivers 600 lumens Streamlight® Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting and weapon light/laser sighting devices, introduced the Scorpion® HL, which uses state-of-the-art LED technology to deliver 600 lumens. Weighing less than five ounces, and featuring a rubber-armored sleeve to provide a sure grip, the new high lumen (HL) light is the ideal personal carry light for everyone from officers on the beat...

The Light uses six C4® LEDs and wide-pattern parabolic reflectors to provide two selectable beam widths Streamlight® Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting, will debut an industrial-duty, high lumen Portable Scene Light at Booth 2339 at FDIC 2014, April 10-12, at the Indiana Convention Center, Indianapolis, IN.  Providing up to 3,600 lumens, the new light features a narrow footprint and a telescoping extension pole, enabling fire and rescue personne...

The lights have been updated to include a superior grip texture to provide a comfortable, yet slip-resistant feel Streamlight®, Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting and weapon light/laser sighting devices, has updated the brightness and design of its popular PolyTac® and PolyTac® HP polymer flashlights. Each light features a power LED that delivers up to 275 lumens and an improved grip, as well as a programmable switch that gives users the choi...

Hochiki's FIREscape utilises light emitting diode technology, which is ideal for the university Teesside University has become firmly established as one of the UK’s foremost higher education establishments. Located in Middlesbrough, on the south bank of the River Tees, it began life as a technical college designed to support the region’s engineering, bridge and shipbuilding industries. Officially opened by the future King Edward VIII on 2nd July 1930, it was...

ProTac HL 3 is the brightest addition yet to the company’s series of HL (High Lumen) lights Streamlight Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting and weapon light/laser sighting devices, introduced the ProTac HL 3, a high lumen (HL) light that delivers 1,100 lumens of bright white light. Designed for operations requiring maximum illumination, the programmable, lithium battery-powered flashlight is the brightest addition yet to the company’s series o...

Streamlight’s TLR-4 G features a white C4 LED, as well as an integrated green aiming laser  Streamlight® Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting and weapon light/laser sighting devices, has introduced the TLR-4™ G, an ultra-lightweight, compact weapon-mounted tactical light for sub-compact and compact weapons. The new light features a white C4® LED, as well as an integrated green aiming laser with wide temperature range technology. The T...

FoxFury Lighting Solutions exhibited its LED headlamps, flashlights and portable, rechargeable area lights at the event FoxFury Lighting Solutions exhibited its LED headlamps, flashlights and portable, rechargeable area lights at the IAEM 61st Annual Conference & EMEX 2013 in Reno, NV. This international emergency management event was from October 25 to 30. Emergency managers work hard to prepare their communities for when disasters (including severe weather) strike. This...

Streamlight donated a portion of the proceeds from sales of its Coyote Nano Light to the Foundation Streamlight Inc., a leading manufacturer of high-performance flashlights and weapon light/laser sighting devices, recently marked its third year of involvement as a sponsor of The Travis Manion Foundation, contributing to programs that honour and assist the nation’s veterans, first responders, and families of fallen heroes.  As part of its sponsorship support, St...

The team will use Command headlamps and Nomad flood lights for vehicle maintenance FoxFury Lighting Solutions is proud to sponsor the University of Michigan Solar Car Team (umsolar) in their effort to win the 2013 World Solar Challenge. FoxFury has provided umsolar with portable LED area lighting for night use during the 1,800 mile (3000 km) road race across the Australian Outback. "We are excited to have FoxFury on board as our exclusive lighting partner again this year!&nb...