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Dräger's PSS AirBoss For Tyne And Wear Firefighters

Dräger, an international major in the fields of medical and safety technology, is providing Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) with 220 self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) PSS Airboss® sets supported by Dräger’s FireGround accountability system to protect firefighters from the inhalation of dangerous gases during live incidents and training events. The contract was awarded following a competitive tender process, involving extensive market research, and suppl...

Kidde & Ring's Smart Smoke Alarms At CES 2025

Kidde, North America’s #1 home fire safety brand, and Ring, a pioneer in smart home security, announced a new partnership and innovative collection of Smart Smoke and Combination Alarms (Smoke + CO). Ring and Kidde are combining their respective expertise in smart home protection and fire safety to offer added peace of mind, control, and convenience. The alarms have Ring technology built-in, enabling customers to better protect their homes from anywhere. real-time smoke and CO alerts Cu...

Pierce's Electric Firefighting Innovations At CES 2025

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation business, will showcase its latest advancements in electric firefighting technology at CES 2025. Joining Oshkosh Corporation in booth #5616 at the Las Vegas Convention Center’s West Hall, Pierce will highlight its innovative solutions including the Pierce® Volterra™ electric fire truck, designed to meet the evolving needs of fire departments, focusing on sustainability, performance, and safety. Performance of fire apparatus &ld...

NFCC Guide: Reduce Home Fire Risk This Festive Season

In the run-up to the festive period, the Local Government Association (LGA) and the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) are reminding people of precautions that can be taken at home to prevent a fire, as government figures show a heightened risk of fire around this time of year. The number of fire hazards in the home can dramatically increase as people celebrate and exchange gifts due to festive lights and decorations, candles and open flames, as well as potentially faulty products such as toys...

Oshkosh Striker ARFF Vehicles Delivered To DGAC Costa Rica

Oshkosh Airport Products, an Oshkosh Corporation business, announced the delivery of a fleet of four Striker® Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) vehicles to the Dirección General de Aeronáutica Civil (DGAC) of Costa Rica. DGAC received three Striker 6x6 ARFF vehicles and one Striker 4x4 ARFF vehicle. These vehicles will strengthen emergency operations at Juan Santamaría Airport, the country's busiest international gateway, which serves more than 1.7 million to...

Board Expansion As Friends Of Firefighters Demand Soars

As the demand for counseling continues to increase as more of New York’s Bravest seek mental health support, New York City-based nonprofit Friends of Firefighters (FOF), founded in the wake of 9/11 is an independent provider of free and confidential mental health counseling and wellness services for active and retired FDNY firefighters and their families, announced today four new members are joining its Board of Directors. New board members Those new board members include Leigh Marie Dan...

INTERSCHUTZ 2026: Exhibition Of Innovative Solutions In Firefighting & Civil Protection

One and a half years before INTERSCHUTZ 2026, many well-known companies have already confirmed their participation in the world's renowned trade fair for firefighting, rescue, and civil protection in Hanover. International market majors, such as Rosenbauer, Dräger, and Desautel are among the confirmed exhibitors. In total, nearly 450 exhibitors have registered, covering approximately 38,000 square meters of exhibition space. This accounts for more than a third of the total planned space. E...

Teledyne GFD Strengthens Americas Sales With New Vice President Appointment

Teledyne Gas and Flame Detection (Teledyne GFD) has a new Vice President of Sales & Marketing for the Americas, as the company looks to drive growth and strengthen its market presence across the continent. Gerald V. Sims brings a wealth of experience in gas utilities and a strong track record in sales leadership, both of which will help Teledyne Gas and Flame Detection to continue increasing its market share in this important geographic market. Gas detection with solutions Teledyne Gas an...

Rosenbauer PANTHER 6x6 Electric Vehicle Deployed At Dallas Love Field Airport

Rosenbauer America and the Dallas Fire Rescue Department have entered into an innovative partnership aimed at the joint further development of the PANTHER 6x6 electric through to series production. The pre-series vehicle will be delivered in mid-2025 and will operate at Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL), making it the first airport to receive a PANTHER 6x6 electric.  6-month test phase The Dallas Fire-Rescue Department plays an important role as a cooperation partner. During the approximat...

Cygnus Wins Fire Solution Of The Year At Security & Fire Excellence Awards 2024

Cygnus, a pioneer EN 54 certified, 100% wireless fire detection and alarm systems is pleased to announce that SmartNet has won the Security or Fire Solution of the Year category at the prestigious Security & Fire Excellence Awards 2024. Fire Solution of the Year Stephen Marsh, Head of Sales at Cygnus, comments, "We are thrilled to win the Security or Fire Solution of the Year award at this year’s Security & Fire Excellence Awards. SmartNet is a ground-breaking fire detection and...

Skilled Labor Shortage Solutions By NFPA 2025

The National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) released its third annual Industry Trends Survey, which reveals skilled worker sentiments around the current state of labor, training, and technology on the jobsite. The survey provides a look at what the skilled trades industry can expect in each of these areas in 2025.  Major Challenges in 2025  Exactly half of skilled tradespeople identified a shortage of qualified candidates as the top challenge for workers this year. This...

Pierce's Dealer Launches Fire Service Division

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation business, is pleased to announce its authorized dealer, Safety Source Fire, has launched a new fire apparatus service division, Safety Source Mechanical, to serve customers throughout Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. Safety Source Fire, headquartered in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, will offer a range of maintenance and repair services for fire apparatus, further enhancing its support for the firefighting community across Atlantic Canada. Safety Source...

Enhancing Fire Safety In Restaurants: Effective Steps

Restaurants face particular fire risks that are not present in other environments. With the open flames, paper products, cleaning chemicals, cooking oils, electrical connections, and hot equipment hazards from cooking processes have all of the materials for a fire to blaze out of control. In addition to juggling the daily challenges of operating a profitable restaurant, fire safety management is very likely to be the last thing on the restaurateur's mind. It's important to Implement Fire Safet...

Fire-safe Childcare: Essential Safety Plan Guide

There are many ways for a fire to occur in a childcare center, but there are far more ways to reduce the chances of it.  With the help of a fire safety plan, childcare centers can gain a good level of safety without worrying about mishaps and create a Fire-safe Childcare Centre. Corresponding action plan Establishing a Fire-safe Childcare Centre Plan involves these three major steps: Identifying And Assessing The Hazards - While it may not look like childcare centers are prone to danger...

Creating a Foolproof Healthcare Fire Safety Plan

If someone asks a random staff member if they know all the exit routes in the building or if they know how to determine fire extinguisher types and they say 'no', the medical center might be at risk. The importance of creating a foolproof healthcare fire safety plan is as important as the lives in the health facility. Healthcare fire safety plan Hence, this practical guide: Constituting An Emergency - It is necessary to be able to assess a situation and whether it qualifies as an emergency....

CED Provides Dry Fire Protection At Ferntree Gully Mixed Use Building

CED Fire Protection were engaged to carry out the dry fire protection to this Ferntree Gully 3 level mixed use apartment building with 6 shops, 18 apartments and basement. As part of their works, they installed the Ampac fire indicator panel FIP with BOWS building occupancy system, smoke and heat detection was installed, as well as integrating control to security and mechanical services.

CED Fire Protection: Diamond Creek's Safety Solution

CED Fire Protection was engaged to carry out the dry fire protection at this Diamond Creek child care facility. As part of their works, they installed a Pertronics fire indicator panel FIP with BOWS building occupancy system, smoke and heat detection was installed, as well as integrating control to security and mechanical services.

Boat Storage Facility Fire Safety Design By Passionate Fire

Passionate Fire is excited to announce their collaboration with The Boat Rack on the proposed Boat Storage Facility at Williamstown Marine Center, located in the heart of Victoria’s bustling marine district. This innovative project will feature four distinct buildings, two of which will house two-floor offices and workshops. These buildings will be seamlessly integrated with the main storage facility, designed to accommodate a wide range of vessels, offering state-of-the-art storage solut...

CED Fire Protection's Thermal Detection In Modular Buildings

CED Fire Protection was engaged to carry out the dry fire protection for large modular projects for multiple modular builders. As part of the work, they installed cabling, thermal, and heat detection, including integration to access control and mechanical systems.

Reliant Fire Apparatus Increases Wisconsin Service

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation business, announced Reliant Fire Apparatus, Inc. has expanded its exclusive Pierce dealership territory to include all of Wisconsin in addition to its current coverage of southern Wisconsin and Iowa. This expansion exemplifies Reliant Fire Apparatus’ position as a major provider of fire apparatus sales and service across the region. guidance and support Reliant Fire Apparatus has been a trusted Pierce dealer since its founding in 1994, d...

Magenta Wins Security Sustainability Award 2024

Magenta Security Services has once more demonstrated its leadership in sustainability, securing the coveted "Security or Fire Sustainability Champion" award at the prestigious Security and Fire Excellence Awards 2024 for the second consecutive year. The awards ceremony, a hallmark of excellence in the security and fire sectors, celebrates organizations that set benchmarks in innovation, performance, and commitment to sustainability. Magenta Security’s pioneering sustainability initiatives...

Essential Fire Safety For Property Developers

Fire precautions during commercial and residential constructions are compulsory for any Class 2-9 building, with requirements which are different based on the size and/or stage of the development or the type of performance solutions adopted. When designing and planning a property development project fire prevention must be a priority. Following the correct framework of regulations is crucial in fire prevention and protecting future tenants or occupiers and neighboring properties from fire risks...

Fire Safety Management In Shopping Centers

In spite of having a sufficient fire safety system installed in shopping centers, the occurrence of accidental fires can be more detrimental and the incidence of fire hazard becomes the furthermost and supreme threat to health and safety, as well as property.  In order to make sure that the safety of the shopping center, employees and its customers, the fundamental features depends on the fire safety management, fire precaution system and equipment, which should be according to the standar...

Paul Darley Honored With NDIA Leadership Award

Darley, a globally renowned provider of defense, fire, and emergency services equipment since 1908, is proud to announce that its CEO, Paul C. Darley, has been awarded the prestigious Kathleen Sridhar Small Business Executive of the Year Award by the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA). The Kathleen Sridhar Small Business Executive of the Year Award is presented annually to a small-business executive who exemplifies Dr. Sridhar’s leadership excellence and support for the defen...

Passionate Fire Is The Lead Fire Engineer For Eaglemont Early Learning Center

Little Lane’s Eaglemont Early Learning Center is based on recent research that highlights the benefits of outdoor play for young children’s intellectual, creative, physical, and problem-solving development. The building’s design places a premium on outside, open areas and produces a top-notch, vertically integrated daycare complex that can accommodate up to 202 kids. Eaglemont Early Learning Center An outdoor room can be as simple as a child’s drawing, with the sky ser...

Siemens Expands Fire Safety With Danfoss Acquisition

Siemens Smart Infrastructure has completed the acquisition of Danfoss Fire Safety, a Denmark-based specialist in fire suppression technology. This strategic step will boost growth and accelerate the expansion of Siemens’ sustainable fire safety portfolio with high-pressure water mist and low-pressure CO2. acquire Danfoss Fire Safety “We are looking forward to working closely with our new colleagues after successfully concluding the acquisition of the fire safety business from Danf...

Essential Hotel Fire Safety Systems And Training

Every hotel is at risk of fire, which may present a serious risk to guests, property, and also the business's reputation. Fire safety in hotels must be a number one priority, busy kitchens, careless guests and malfunctioning tools can contribute to the risk of fire. Thus, hotels must sufficiently be prepared by having the correct fire protection systems in place in addition to ensuring that the staff is trained in fire safety Standards and fire safety training. fire safety standards Hote...

AEI Cables: Fire Safety And Building Compliance

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...

Australia Fire Extinguisher Service AS1851 Guidelines

In Australia, six main fire extinguishers can be installed on business premises. The different types of fire extinguishers in Australia are for different types of fire. For this reason, it is essential that Australian businesses have the right type of extinguisher installed in their workplace. A Fire Service Technician, a Fire Certifier, is the best individual to help with the design to comply with AS2444 requirements. They can also assist with the Australian Standard for Fire Equipment Servici...

Advanced's EvacGo System Enhances Resident Safety

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-...

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