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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...

However, in the past, football matches have been marred by tragic events that have led to the loss of life and many injuries to football fans. One of the most significant risks associated with football matches is coming face-to-face with fire and having nowhere to escape. The history of stadium fires in the UK has shown the devastating consequences that can occur when fire safety is not taken seriously. In this article, we will explore the lessons that have been learned from past stadium fire...

Efficient fleet management is a crucial success factor, especially for large and cross-organizational operations. With the RDS Plug-In Tracker 100, part of the RDS Tracker product family, Rosenbauer offers a fast and flexible solution for quickly and easily equipping vehicles with a tracking tool. Simply plug it into the cigarette lighter, activate it with the QR code, and assign it a speaking name: With an RDS tracker from Rosenbauer, any vehicle can be quickly and easily equipped to be visibl...

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation company, announced it will feature 13 of the most advanced fire apparatus showcasing an extensive scope of innovative features and the latest technology developments at the Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC) in Indianapolis, Indiana, April 27-29, 2023. Pierce’s exhibit will also include an Innovation Theater featuring expert presentations on these innovative technologies. Additional booth highlights include fire truck walkaroun...

At Checkmate Fire Solutions, protecting lives, buildings and communities is at the heart of everything they do. With social housing as one of their key sectors, they are delighted to announce that they have been appointed as passive fire contractor on four of the Hyde Fire Safety Framework Lots. Achieving second place on all national fire door remediation works, encompassing the North, Midlands, Wales, Southwest, South, and East, Checkmate Fire Solutions also hold prominent positions for fire s...

Two of the world’s pioneering specialists in technologies that simplify and expedite the detection and management of fires will share a booth at FDIC International 2023 (24-29 April, Indianapolis), the globe’s biggest firefighting conference and exhibition.  From booth 443, Teledyne Gas and Flame Detection (Teledyne GFD) and Teledyne FLIR will provide a convenient one-stop-shop for those seeking class-leading fire detection solutions that protect citizens, assets, and crews fro...

Sustainability is a key issue even in logistics. After all, the protection of air and water quality, as well as the reduction of emissions are a task for society as a whole, and sustainability has become a central economic factor. At LogiMAT 2023 in Stuttgart, Germany, WAGNER Group GmbH, as one of the technology pioneers in the areas of fire detection and fire prevention, will be presenting from April 25 to April 27, 2023, in Hall 7, at Stand C15, how logistics companies make their contribution...

DJI, the world’s renowned company in civilian drones and creative camera technology, is returning to NAB Show 2023 in full force, to give attendees a high-profile, immersive experience with its aerial, handheld, and cinematography solutions. With its complete suite of professional cinema camera stabilizers and drones, as well as its popular consumer and enterprise technologies, DJI invites the public to its newly designed booth to meet the brand like never before. DJI to exhibit at NAB S...

Rosenbauer and SYNEX TECH GmbH will be working together on the international market launch of DRILL-X. The innovative drill extinguisher, DRILL-X, which was specially developed for fighting fires that are hard to reach, for example in roof trusses, can now be purchased through the sales offices of the global market leader in firefighting technology. DRILL-X - innovative drill extinguisher DRILL-X combines the work steps drilling, penetration, and extinguishing in one easy-to-use extinguis...

Aritech, a global provider of security and life-safety solutions, introduced a new technology to its Dual-Motion Detectors line with two major upgrades that address a challenge for users: false alarm detection. Aritech is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, the global provider of healthy, safe, sustainable and intelligent building and cold chain solutions. Upgrades to Aritech’s dual-motion detectors Both technologies improve the signal quality for false alarm immunity like never befor...

Howe & Howe, Inc., a subsidiary of Textron Systems Corporation, a Textron Inc. company, has announced that the company will introduce its Thermite® EV1 firefighting robot at this year’s FDIC International event. The company will be located in booth 5162 at the prestigious fire service event, FDIC International 2023, which is scheduled to take place from April 24 to April 29, 2023, in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. Thermite® EV1 firefighting robot The latest evolution in Howe &a...

Rosenbauer is launching a modern and simple solution for getting stranded electric vehicles back on the road quickly and reliably. It consists of a power generator from the RS 14 series and a matching quick charger, which enables mobile charging with an output power of 10.88 kW. This is equivalent to the power of modern wall-boxes. After a short power boost, the batteries of the electric vehicle are recharged to the point where the journey can be continued. The simple formula for this is: 15 mi...

Seek Thermal Inc., a globally renowned company in thermal imaging technology, is proud to announce the launch of its newest product, the FirePRO 300. This situational awareness thermal imaging camera (TIC) is designed to provide the highest resolution (320x240), the widest field of view (57° x 42°), and the best image performance in its class. FirePRO 300 thermal imaging camera FirePRO 300 is the result of incorporating valuable feedback from firefighters using this technology and the...

For people with mobile impairments, emergency situations can be very dangerous, as was clear in the Grenfell Tower tragedy. And yet, a new study has found that in the workplace, there remains a lack of awareness and preparation strategy in place, so as to form an inclusive fire safety strategy. The research, by West Midlands-based emergency evacuation chair manufacturer - Evac+Chair International has revealed the challenges that organizations face and lack of preparedness, when it comes to evac...

What are the evolutions of the EN1568 V2018 standard? First of all, the V2018 introduces an environmental approach. It considers the impact of foam concentrate in the environment (toxicity and biodegradability). In addition, it recognizes the use and the performance of fluorine-free foam. Then, the conditions of certification harden: examination in certified laboratory, the water used, additional performance test. A new classification rewards the foam concentrate which over-perform. Foam con...

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation company, announces that Bob Schulz has been appointed to serve as President – Pierce Manufacturing within the new Vocational segment, effective April 10, 2023. As part of the overall Vocational strategy, Bob Schulz will have responsibility for Pierce, Airport Products (ARFF), and Frontline Communications brands. Steering exceptional brands Jim Johnson, who led Pierce Manufacturing since 2010, will remain the Executive Vice President of...

Coopers Fire is proud to have organized another EGG-cellent Easter collection for Waterloovile Food Bank, located in Waterlooville, United Kingdom (UK). Waterlooville Food Bank is based at Wecock Church and is run completely by volunteers. Waterlooville Food bank Waterlooville Food Bank works in the local area, alongside recognized organizations, such as the Citizens Advice Bureau, Children Services, Schools, Housing Association and more, in order to supply free items to those in need in the...

Integrations will enable alerting authorities to disseminate wireless emergency alerts to the public in near real time through vehicle navigation and entertainment systems. The Department of Homeland Security's Science and Technology Directorate concluded a proof-of-concept demonstration of the wildland urban interface (WUI) integration model that integrates next generation technologies with FEMA's Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) and GPS navigation applications and cutting-ed...

AdvanceFit single-use gloves are made using a premium synthetic nitrile compound, not Natural Rubber Latex. The patented design is contoured starting at the DIP joint of the fingers to help the glove stay snug to the fingertips.  Unlike traditional single-use gloves that tend to expand and interfere with the user's work task, and will conform to fit the fingertip. Performance Stats Manufactured using only listed materials and levels outlined in the Code of Federal Regulation (21 CFR), pa...

Modern workplaces are filled with potential fire hazards. Identifying where fires can start and how to put them out is essential in all types of buildings, ranging from office buildings to hospitals, schools, and large apartment buildings. Users need to make sure they’re able to protect their staff, their business, their tenants, and themselves from fires. Prestige offers comprehensive fire awareness training that ensures staff is equipped with the knowledge to prevent and stop fires in a...

A recent new client is The Green House, a fantastic team of innovators constructing one of the world’s most advanced greenhouses near Ely, Cambridgeshire. In a world first, the site employs LED lighting to accelerate crop growth, while warming the structure using heat from a nearby reservoir. Green House The Green House is building 8m tall glass structures that grow plants vertically through a revolutionary new method that uses nutrient-rich water solutions to grow crops hydroponic...

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation company, announces Pierce dealer, Siddons-Martin Emergency Group, has acquired Emergency Vehicle Specialists, continuing its expansion across a seven-state territory to include Arkansas and Tennessee. The acquisition is the second for Siddons-Martin Emergency Group in recent years. As one of the largest emergency vehicle dealerships in North America, Siddons-Martin Emergency Group’s regions served include Texas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Uta...

FDIC International is approaching fast, which means they are gathering up the latest and greatest gear in anticipation of the show. This year, they will have a double booth packed with detection equipment from RedWave, FLIR, Blackline Safety, Environics, and RAE Systems to demo, as well as their own inCase Calibration detection kits. One new instrument they'll have on display is the RedWave XplorIR, an innovative FTIR gas detector that can detect and identify over 5,500 of gases in seconds. Th...

Rosenbauer America is proud to be the major innovator in the U.S. fire industry. At the FDIC International 2023 event, which is taking place from April 24 to April 29, 2023, in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA, the Rosenbauer America team is excited to display many of their newly developed electric solutions, which perfectly combine technology with tradition. Rosenbauer RTX on exhibit at FDIC International 2023 There will also be a number of traditional apparatus on display at FDIC International 20...

Fire Industry pioneer Hochiki Europe will be attending the Fire Safety Event at the NEC, Birmingham this month where visitors will be able to benefit from demonstrations of the next generation of emergency lighting system. Building upon the success of the FIREscape range launched in 2009, FIREscape Nepto brings with it a suite of new features and benefits and is set to revolutionize the emergency lighting market. Emergency lighting market The new system is BS 5266 compliant and, like its pred...

Fire detection solutions manufacturer - Advanced has appointed Business Development Manager, Hossam Badwy, as the company pushes ahead with its Middle East & Africa growth strategy. Hossam joins Advanced with impressive fire industry credentials, having worked with fire protection products for 13 years in engineering and sales roles, and is a US National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Certified Fire Protection Specialist. Advanced’s growth plans Hossam Badwy will use his wealth...

New technology is constantly emerging to help keep first responders healthier and safer. To give more volunteer firefighters access to this innovative equipment, the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) has partnered with MSA Safety to award three NVFC members a personalized MSA Cairns® XF1 Fire Helmet in 2023.  Features   The jet-style design of the Cairns® XF1 Fire Helmet reduces snag hazards, provides a personalized fit, and houses its own integrated light module....

Firefighter Instructors, who train firefighter staff across the UK and typically face up to five to ten times the number of live fires compared to regular firefighters, have been found to have chronic inflammation leaving them at greater risk of cardiovascular diseases, infection, and illness, according to new research by the University of Roehampton London. Led by Dr. Emily Watkins, Lecturer in Environmental and Exercise Physiology at the University of Roehampton London, the study measured blo...

Honeywell is excited to showcase key technologies from its security and fire and life safety product lines at the upcoming 2023 International Security Conference and Exposition (ISC West), March 28-31 in Las Vegas. Faster alarm transmissions “The present and future of public safety rely on technology,” said Sameer Agrawal, Vice President, and General Manager, of Fire Americas, Honeywell, adding “With our latest fire and life safety innovations, we are integrating in...

In the immediate aftermath of Grenfell, investigators found multiple examples of non-compliance in terms of best practice and workmanship. It was clear that a series of professional and institutional failings contributed to the fire. However, what also emerged was a worrying lack of clarity surrounding regulations and compliance processes. Hackitt Review findings The Hackitt Review, the main post-Grenfell fire safety inquiry, described roles and responsibilities for building safety as ‘...