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Many of the new requirements under the new Building Safety Act 2022 are still not understood by those making critical decisions in the fire safety supply chain, says cable supplier - AEI Cables. The Act – introduced in October 2023 makes new requirements for higher-risk buildings, which are those deemed to be at least 18 meters in height or at least seven stories containing at least two residential units. safe evacuation The appeal for more easily understood information from the regulat...

A Manchester independent living complex is now equipped with state-of-the-art safety technology after installing an EvacGo evacuation alert system from Advanced.  In central Manchester, Princess Court is a high-rise building that offers specialist housing for residents aged 55 and over across 50 flats. Constructed in 1993 and managed by Your Housing Group, the development provides low-level support to help residents live independently and safely.  MxPro 5 With Advanced’s best-...

Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, announced it has been selected by Red Cat Holdings, Inc., to provide thermal imaging and Artificial Intelligence (AI) embedded software for its Black Widow™ small unmanned aircraft system (sUAS). SRR Program Red Cat was selected as the winner of the U.S. Army’s Short Range Reconnaissance (SRR) Program of Record after an evaluation process completed by the Army Project Management Office for Uncrewed Aircraft Systems, Army Ma...

On 21.11.2024, ZIEGLER delivered an LF 20 to the fire department of Patriching. Special features ALPAS® superstructure of the latest generation. Z-Control of the latest generation – easy operation. Z-Vision LED ambient lighting. Z-Cab crew cabin. Roller shutter boxes on the roof for the largest possible loading volume.

On 20.11.2024, ZIEGLER delivered an LF 20 to the fire department of Fredelsloh. Special features ALPAS® superstructure of the latest generation. Z-Control of the latest generation – easy operation. Z-Vision LED ambient lighting. Z-Cab crew cabin. Roller shutter boxes on the roof for the largest possible loading volume.

On 20.11.2024, ZIEGLER delivered an LF 10 to the fire department of Schmitten. Special features ALPAS® superstructure of the latest generation. Z-Control of the latest generation – easy operation. Z-Vision LED ambient lighting. Z-Cab crew cabin. Roller shutter boxes on the roof for the largest possible loading volume.

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation business, is pleased to announce the delivery of four Ascendant® 107’ Heavy-Duty Aerial Ladders on Enforcer™ chassis to the New Orleans Fire Department. These four identical trucks, built on a single rear axle chassis, were chosen for their exceptional maneuverability on the city's historic, narrow streets, further strengthening the partnership between the New Orleans Fire Department, Pierce, and Pierce dealer Siddons-Martin...

U.K. fire and rescue services (FRSs) Hereford and Worcester FRS, Shropshire FRS,  Cleveland Fire Brigade, and Country Durham & Darlington FRS have selected Motorola Solutions to deploy a new Control Room Solution (CRS) utilizing a shared control room platform to allow the four control rooms to work independently as well as a collaborative services hub. The new solution integrates workflows from initial call-taking to dispatch, into an intuitive and unified response system. It will...

For many different stakeholders in building design, construction, and management, security specifications can be a difficult, time-consuming task. Everyone from architects, developers, and contractors to security consultants, distributors, and even building inspectors benefits from trustworthy, transparent specification support for doors and related solutions.   Digitalization and personalized service When the goals are better buildings, safer building users, and happier customers,...

Dräger, an international pioneer in medical and safety technology, has renewed its sponsorship of the National Breathing Apparatus Challenge (NBAC), as part of its commitment to supporting the firefighting community and promoting industry best practices. In its 16th year, The Challenge sees teams of five firefighters from across the UK competing where success depends on the expert use of breathing apparatus to manage an incident and the deployment of intelligent strategies such as tactical...

Blackline Safety Corp., a pioneer in connected safety technology, has released a new whitepaper entitled Navigating Radiation Risks: Key Concepts for Protecting Workers and Responders in an effort to mitigate radiation exposure for fire-hazmat and first responder teams. Designed as a strategic playbook, the whitepaper aims to help teams assess and react to the rising threat of radiation exposure to better protect workers, the public, and the environment. robust emergency protocols “For...

The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) and W.S. Darley & Co. (Darley) are thrilled to announce the winners of the 2024 Thought Leadership Essay Competition, a platform that celebrates the fire service's forward-thinking leaders. Founded by Congress in 1992, the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) honors fallen firefighters and supports their families, providing resources, counseling, and educational assistance. NFFF also collaborates on initiatives to prevent firefi...

Managing a server room involves more than just ensuring the hardware and software run smoothly. Protecting the infrastructure from hazards like a server fire is one of the most important responsibilities for any IT manager. A fire can cause significant damage to equipment and lead to costly downtime, lost data, and business interruptions. Fortunately, with the right precautions, the risk of a server fire can be minimized. Fire Safety Alarms, Inc. outlines practical fire prevention tips specific...

A majority of American retail workers (57%) report feeling unsafe going into the peak holiday shopping season, according to Motorola Solutions’ second annual U.S. Retail Worker Safety Report. This is understandable, as many of the 1,000+ retail managers and staff surveyed said they have experienced increases in various forms of crime in 2023, and more than half reported concerns about hostile customer interactions and store theft. safety and workplace security The independent...

Both Braintree and Witham Fire Stations will be hosting recruitment taster sessions this month for those considering joining their team of on-call firefighters. Witham Fire Station will host its session on Saturday, 25 November, 2024, while Braintree Fire Station will hold its event on Sunday, 3 December, 2024. These sessions provide a unique opportunity to learn more about this vital role in the local community. Recruitment taster sessions During the taster sessions, attendees will meet with...

Streamlight®, Inc., a globally renowned provider of high-performance lighting, launched the rechargeable Stinger® 2020 S, a powerful work light featuring 2,000 lumens, a body-mounted switch with intensity mode selector and battery status indicator, and a textured body for an enhanced grip. The new Stinger model, which is powered by a rechargeable Li-Ion battery, also features PiggyBack® charging options that allow users to energize both the light and a backup battery at the same ti...

LearnPro Group, supported by Apiary Capital, is excited to announce the acquisition of Infographics UK Ltd., enhancing the portfolio through the addition of the market-pioneering FireWatch, FloSuite and Prevent + Protect products. This move complements our existing software offerings, including XVR Simulation, pdrPro, and learnPro. The acquisition of Infographics further demonstrates LearnPro Group’s position as a pioneering software provider to the global emergency services and critical...

In 2026, INTERSCHUTZ in Hannover will feature an exciting addition to its program: on June 3 and 4, 2026, around 300 international chief fire officers and strategic pioneers in the fire service will come together at the trade fair for the premiere of the 'FEU Leadership Conference'. To formalize this collaboration, the FEU and INTERSCHUTZ signed a joint Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at the 56th FEU Council meeting in Limassol, Cyprus, on November 8, 2024. Best practices The FEU is a stron...

Cygnus, a globally renowned developer and manufacturer of EN 54 certified and 100% wireless fire detection and alarm systems, will be showcasing its latest product innovations on stand K20 at this year’s London Build, the UK's major & largest construction show. London Build takes place from 20-21 November 2024 at Olympia, London and attracts over 30,000 contractors, architects, civil engineers, developers, local councils, house builders/associations and construction professionals. Ra...

Ranger Fire and Security has announced the latest acquisition of Motherwell and Newcastle-based fire, security, and critical services company, Secureshield. one-stop solution The acquisition marks another milestone in Ranger’s continued growth and expansion, with Secureshield building out the Group’s footprint in Scotland and North-Eastern England. With plans for further imminent regional acquisitions in the pipeline, this announcement reiterates Ranger’s mission to become t...

Euralarm has started a new project that aims to establish a comprehensive European database focused on the registration of Li-ion batteries, solar panels, EVs, and energy storage in buildings. Stakeholders wanting to contribute to the new initiative are invited to contact Euralarm.  This database will serve as a central resource for collecting, analyzing, and disseminating fire critical data, aiding the development of best practices, and regulatory developments, and being a source of early...

Emergency response teams worldwide use different tools and personal protective equipment, including mobile gas detectors to warn the rescuers from dangerous gas concentrations. Dräger mobile gas detectors are produced for a wide range of industries, including the Fire Service, Mining/Mine Rescue and Industry. Rescue teams in those industries have a growing demand for realistic training, including portable gas detection. Multi-Gas training simulator To satisfy this rising demand for safe,...

London Fire Brigade (LFB) has completed a program of maintenance for London’s only River Fire Station. Recently, Lambeth River Fire Station made its return to its historic home at Albert Embankment on the Thames after six months of refurbishments in Lowestoft. The firefighters returned to the station after a period of operational duty at HMS President. two fire boats Fire boats have been utilized in London since as early as the 1700s and a river station has been positioned at Lambeth si...

As part of its ongoing commitment to enhancing industry connectivity, Teledyne Gas & Flame Detection (Teledyne GFD) is making its new and proprietary Teledyne GDCloud™ available with the company’s GS700, GS500, and Shipsurveyor portable gas leak detectors, as well as its PS200 portable four-gas monitor for personal safety and confined space applications. The integration of cloud connectivity significantly enhances the gas leak detection process by visualizing all instrument data...

Darley, a pioneering provider of defense, fire, and emergency services equipment, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Jocelyn M. Seng, retired Air Force Major General, to its Defense Advisory Board. Dr. Seng brings a wealth of experience and expertise in defense strategy and weapons system development, further strengthening Darley’s commitment to innovation and excellence in serving the defense sector. Prior roles of Seng  Dr. Seng has an illustrious career spanning...

Euralarm has published a new guidance document on the impact of high airflow and hot/cold aisle containment on the performance of gaseous fire extinguishing systems in data centers. The new guideline is aimed at fire system designers, IT managers, and operators of data centers. Euralarm’s guidance document Recent industry research explored whether contemporary cooling methods and the continued movement of air, common to modern data centers, had any impact on the performance of gaseous...

The ARA Group is pleased to have held the inaugural Wiimali Awards, where they recognized and celebrated Indigenous excellence across the ARA Group. The Wiimali Awards, held on the 17th of October 2024, was designed to highlight the hard work and commitment of the Wiimali Program employees, graduates, mentors and the clients they work with. The event began with an acknowledgment to country and the Gamay Dancers performance of traditional Indigenous dances. The awards for the Unsung Hero’s...

The WAGNER Group GmbH acquires a majority stake in A.F.I. Solutions, based in Saint Ouen l'Aumône, Greater Paris, France, thus continuing its expansion in the European economic area. A.F.I. has established itself as a fire protection provider in the French market over the last 16 years and has grown successfully on its own in recent years. fire protection portfolio In addition to sprinkler and water spray extinguishing systems, the system portfolio also includes foam extinguishing syste...

At Coopers Fire, they’ve always been passionate about safeguarding lives and properties. As specialists in fire curtains, they understand the critical role that their products play in making buildings safer, offering essential time for safe evacuations and enabling firefighters to do their heroic work. But they also know that it’s not just about the technology - it’s about the people who put their lives on the line every day to protect others. That’s why they are proud t...

The WAGNER Group GmbH has appointed Oliver Morfeld as Managing Director of its subsidiary - WAGNER Fire Safety Pty Ltd. based in Melbourne with effect from 14 October 2024. In Oliver Morfeld, the company has gained an experienced Manager with many years of expertise in managing technical companies.  Oliver Morfeld Born and raised in Germany, Oliver Morfeld has lived and worked in Australia and the Asia Pacific region for almost 30 years. His extensive knowledge of the market will play a...