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When it comes to fire protection and life safety, few tools are more essential than the portable fire extinguisher. These are so commonplace users might not even notice them in their business, when out shopping, or even at their own home. However, this wasn’t always the case – and extinguishers as they know them today are actually a fairly modern invention. The first fire extinguisher was patented in England in 1723 by a chemist named Ambrose Godfrey. This rudimentary extinguisher h...

A total of $60,000 will be donated to six departments by CHEMTREC® and its supporters. As the number of hazmat incidents occurring annually continues to increase, more volunteer fire departments are finding it difficult to afford the training and equipment needed to prepare for and respond to these kinds of incidents. To help departments access these much-needed resources, CHEMTREC® has partnered with the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) for the sixth year to offer the CHEMTREC H...

The threat of fire looms large in industrial operations. The combination of heavy machinery, flammable materials, and high temperatures can turn a tiny spark into a catastrophic inferno within moments. However, with proactive measures and a robust prevention strategy, the risk of industrial fires can be significantly mitigated. They will delve into the common causes of industrial fires and explore prevention methods to help users safeguard the workplace. Damaged electrical equipment Electric...

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) attended the second U.S. Fire Administrator’s Summit on Fire Prevention and Control on October 10 at the National Emergency Training Center in Emmitsburg, MD. The event was hosted by U.S. Fire Administrator Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell and the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation and was attended by key leaders in the fire service and federal government, including Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and Federal Emergency Management Agen...

The King of Morocco, Mohammed VI, has written to the UK International Search and Rescue Team (UK ISAR) to thank them for the assistance they provided in the country, following the devastating earthquake that took place earlier this month. The message was shared with Russell Gauden, National Coordinator of UK ISAR, who was asked to convey his gratitude and thanks to the team, as their deployment drew to a close last week. UK ISAR team of 62 firefighters mobilized UK ISAR worked relentlessly to...

The Association for the Promotion of German Fire Protection (vfdb) will present itself with a colorful mix of topics at its joint stand during INTERSCHUTZ (20 to 25 June 2022) in Hall 13/D50 together with the Association of Heads of Professional Fire Departments (AGBF Bund). The stand motto: "comprehensive, networked, proven".  The vfdb is considered the "inventor" of INTERSCHUTZ. In 1953, the association organized the industry's first major trade exhibition - at that time still called "De...

As part of its ever-intensifying focus on marine fire safety, VIKING has reached agreements to distribute Bridgehill’s fire blankets and the Rosenbauer Battery Extinguisher System (BEST) to maritime customers worldwide. The agreements are key outcomes of a project focusing on fire safety needs arising from the growing electric vehicle numbers moving by ship and more initiatives are to be added in the future. Fires due to EVs All cars carried by ship are classified as Dangerous Goods (DG...

HURST Jaws of Life® is once again arming first responders with a new rescue tool that will get them to the patient faster with the introduction of the M40 Spreader, a battery-powered spreader designed for heavy rescue applications. With a maximum opening width of 40 inches (101.9 cm), the M40 is the widest, battery-operated spreader in the market.  Author's quote “HURST Jaws of Life was the first to the fire and rescue market with the power and flexibility of battery-operat...

HURST Jaws of Life®, part of IDEX Fire & Safety’s family of trusted brands, has announced the availability of E3 CONNECT, a tool line that integrates its eDRAULIC® 3.0 rescue tools with IDEX Fire & Safety’s smart vehicle platform Captium™ Cloud to detect, record and report on tool performance and potential issues. Unveiled at FDIC 2022, E3 Connect combines traditional rescue tool functionality with the modernization of WiFi to aid departments in managing and o...

The Fire Standards Board (FSB) is delighted to announce the launch of two new Fire Standards - Fire Control and Communications & Engagement. The development of the Fire Control Standard was driven by recent major incident events, such as Grenfell and the Manchester Arena bombing. It addresses the fundamental and strategic role that Fire Control plays from initially receiving the first contact through to the very close of an incident.  FSB launches new Fire Standards This Fi...

Wildfires are a persistent threat in many parts of the world, and the ability to suppress them quickly and effectively is crucial for protecting lives and property. While water has long been the primary tool used for fighting fires, advances in technology have led to the development of superior firefighting tools, such as the Intelagard compressed air foam system (CAFS). Enviroshield technology Intelagard manufactures equipment that uses compressed air to create a foam that is more effectiv...

In 2019, GearGrid announced that they were going to expand their storage solutions to the Public Works Market.  GearGrid offers a wide variety of products that will help store and protect Public Works PPE and gear. Lockers The lockers Geargrid provides include Wall Mount lockers and Mobile & Free Standing Lockers. Wall Mount Lockers Within Geargrid Wall Mount Lockers, they provide Standard Wall Mount, Personnel Wall Mount, and Tubular Frame Walls.  Wall Mount l...

GearGrid’s Barrel Lifter is the perfect solution for easily transporting tools and equipment on the job site. This barrel can hold up to 55 gallons and can be efficiently lifted from one level to another.  This innovative system is built to stand up to the rugged demands of construction sites and is made out of durable heavy gauge steel. Maximum storage space In addition, the lifters can be stacked which gives the site a maximization of storage space when they are in storage or on...

GearGrid’s turnout gear locker started it all. Today, GearGrid has defined innovation by expanding its product offerings based on feedback and insights from fire departments and rescue personnel nationwide and abroad. In early 1997, GearGrid co-owner and volunteer firefighter, Mike Boyer, designed a durable and well-ventilated storage system for the proper storage of his fire department’s personal protective equipment (PPE). After conducting a market analysis for firefighting s...

Kentec Electronics, a pioneering manufacturer of life-critical control systems, has launched the Loop Explorer 2 (LE-2) software to provide installers with a faster, more secure means to program and configure fire control panels that delivers a highly secure means of controlling access to the engineering software and access to Kentec’s technical support. LE-2 supersedes the LE-1 and will be used to commission all Kentec’s analogue, addressable control panels, providing one softw...

GearGrid’s Automotive Organizational Cart is the most effective way to keep items organized and accessible all in one central location. Being constructed of heavy-duty materials, this cart will ensure unlimited placement flexibility. In addition, the cart will ensure security through its complete locking capabilities. accessories GearGrid also offers accessories that will help meet storage needs. With the shelves being adjustable, users can move them to store whatever they may need...

The National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) has announced that teams from UK fire and rescue services have been deployed to the Republic of Türkiye, in order to assist with search and rescue operations, following the devastating earthquakes. The 77-strong International Search and Rescue (UKISAR) team is made up of firefighters and staff from 14 fire and rescue services. It has deployed through the Foreign and Commonwealth Office. International Search and Rescue team deployed to Türkiye...

Galvin Engineering Ezy-Push® Push Timeflow shower valves and Safe-Cell® Vandal Resistant Shower Rose, as part of the Stoddart Outdoor Beach Shower units, have been supplied to local councils across Australia. Utilized by some of Australia’s biggest stainless-steel manufactures, the Galvin Engineering Ezy-Push® Push Button Tapware range is their first choice for reliable, vandal-resistant tapware and valves. Galvin Engineering Ezy-Push® Push Button Tapware The Galvin Engi...

The City of Gold Coast Council relies upon the Ezy-Push Push Button taps because of its dependability in unforgiving marine environments. Installed in some of Australia’s most difficult conditions, the Galvin Engineering’s Ezy-Push Push Button Tapware range is a reliable choice for instant self-closing tapware. Ezy-Push Push Button Tapware range Designed primarily to conserve water and energy, the Galvin Engineering’s Ezy-Push Push Button Tapware range is ideal for public am...

Lights are essential tools for firefighters during structure fire suppression and rescue. They are necessary for situational awareness, illuminating the exterior pathways and structure entries, reading smoke, and searching for potential victims. Common lights used in the foreground are portable scene lights, helmet lights, right-angle (or 90-degree) lights, and more recently, drone lights. In this article, FoxFury look at different types of lights and how they can be used for structural firefig...

Galvin Engineering has appointed Three Sixty Distribution as their selling agent in New Zealand (NZ). Three Sixty Distribution provides the NZ market with Mechanical, Refrigeration and plumbing products and have built their success around having strong relationships with the key merchants in New Zealand, with their head office based in Christchurch. Galvin Engineering’s products now available in New Zealand Galvin Engineering’s complete range of tapware and associated products wil...

This month’s edition of International Fire Buyer, a UK publication, addressed the current climate of wildfires, examining causes, effects, and responses. Jeff Berry, Director of Business Development at Conair, was asked to comment on global aerial firefighting trends, where the industry is headed in response to the changing environment. Growing fleets, adopting modern aircraft, expanding emergency response ability with multi-role air assets, and investing in safety using specialized aeria...

Marion Body Works pionnering national manufacturer of commercial truck bodies, fire and emergency apparatus, custom cabs, custom engineered vehicles, and defense bodies, celebrated the grand opening of its new manufacturing facility with an official ribbon cutting ceremony Friday, October 21. The ribbon cutting ceremony, included words from Curt Ignacio, president and CEO of Marion Body Works, Kevin Ignacio, vice president of Marion Body Works, and Congressman Mike Gallagher, representative of...

The Safe-Cell® Crocodile Roll Resistant (CRR) Stainless Steel round floor drain has been designed for prisons and holding cells, and all mental health & secure environments, in order to help minimize the risk of suicide or self-harm using a technique called the ‘Crocodile Roll’. The Safe-Cell® Crocodile Roll Resistant (CRR) Floor Drain’s design comes complete with a tapered circular style, anti-ligature slot grate that is specially designed to minimize the instance...

The National EMS Education Standards (the Standards) PDF have been updated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The Standards are a core element of a nationwide integrated system approach to developing emergency medical services (EMS) clinicians who are competent in the appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for their licensure level. They define the competencies, clinical behaviors, and judgments required of EMS personnel to perform their roles. 1996 EMS Agend...

The Chief Fire Officer for Cambridgeshire is warning there will have to be reductions to the county’s fire and rescue service unless the way in which it is funded changes. Recently, as part of national negotiations with the Fire Brigades Union, a revised cost of living pay award of five per cent was offered for firefighters. Combining this with the offer already on the table for support staff, the Service will be in budget deficit of at least £1.1m at the start of April 2023. pay i...

A new version of the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) Program Planning Toolkit has been designed to aid alerting authorities and alert originators at federal, state, local, tribal and territorial levels in developing an alerting program plan using best practices. The new interactive, web-based toolkit walks the user through an alerting plan template in 5 steps, resulting in a downloadable, formatted draft of a comprehensive alerting plan tailored to their agency's operational...

When it comes to Halloween safety, Gilbert knows it best. According to chamberofcommerce.org, Gilbert took the top spot for safest city in America for trick-or-treating. The Chamber of Commerce conducted a study that weighed five different metrics including that of property crime and violent crime among others with Gilbert coming out at #1 for cities with a population of 100,000 or more. Few safety tips With the continued mission of keeping Gilbert at the top spot for years to come, Gilbert PD...

At the MAN Engine Academy in MAN Truck & Bus's International Engine Competence Centre in Nuremberg, MAN Engines have been training end customers and service companies in how to handle MAN engines properly for ten years. Just in time for the anniversary, online training is also being offered. Regular maintenance intervals are crucial for marine, off-road, and gas engines to ensure that they are working correctly and have a long service life. three- to five-day courses To this end, experi...

There is a proverb, that if you wish to go fast, go alone, but if you wish to go far, go together. For decades, Bronto Skylift has been developing its products together with customers and innovative solutions for different worksites around the world.  Bronto Skylift strongly believes this partnership mindset has made it the trusted partner that is today worldwide. Join the Bronto Family at bauma 2022 in Munich, Germany on the 24th-30th of October at the stand FS1203/3 to experience and tes...