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The Dante Group, Fire and Security Division, are looking for a Project Manager to work from their head office in Warrington. The company is looking for a highly motivated individual from within the fire detection / protection industry who has an electrical systems engineering background, together with a working knowledge of the appropriate British Standards, LPC Rules, HTM and other Fire Industry related standards. Fire detection/protection Expert To be successful in this role, candidates nee...

Four years ago, on January 6, 2015, the São Paulo State Law No. 1257 was published, establishing a new São Paulo State Code of Fire Protection and Emergencies. To enact this law, three decrees were created, two of which were signed by the governor and published. To the disappointment of ABSpk, the third decree was not signed by the governor and therefore did not become part of the new law. This third decree would have established requirements for certified products for building pr...

The topic of 'Fire Protection 4.0' is the focus of the 65th annual conference of the Association for the Promotion of German Fire Protection (vfdb) from May 28th to 30th in Duisburg. Under the motto “How sustainable is German fire protection?” Experts from home and abroad will provide information about the current state of science and technology in more than 50 lectures. Around 700 participants are expected. The conference is accompanied by a large specialist exhibition. It demonstr...

Textron Systems finalized the acquisition of Howe & Howe Technologies, Inc. of Waterboro, Maine. With this acquisition, Textron Systems’ newly combined portfolio positions the company as a pioneer in autonomy across the air, sea, and land domains. Textron Systems President & CEO Lisa Atherton says, “Today marks an exciting day for Textron Systems, as we are incredibly proud to welcome Howe & Howe into the Textron Systems family.” “This acquisition positions...

Fire sprinkler conferences and exhibitions conducted in Mexico and Brazil in October of 2018, along with a conference in Colombia two months earlier, were evidence of a major milestone for IFSA efforts in Latin America. All three of these conferences were conducted by national associations affiliated with the IFSA and helped fulfill one of IFSA’s major goals since its founding in 1999. Development of National and Regional Organizations – To foster the development of national and reg...

KIMTEK Corporation, makers of MEDLITE and FIRELITE Transport skid units for off-road rescue and wildland fire fighting, have announced plans to celebrate the company's 35th anniversary with a number of events planned throughout 2019. KIMTEK Transport Skid Units KIMTEK Transport skid units fit easily into most utility vehicles and pick-up trucks, enabling first responders to travel over rough terrain and through tight clearances with essential fire and/or medical rescue equipment and attendants...

KIMTEK Corp, makers of MEDLITE® and FIRELITE® Transport skid units for off-road rescue and wildland firefighting, have announced plans to celebrate the company's 35th anniversary with a number of events planned throughout 2019. KIMTEK Transport skid units fit easily into most utility vehicles and pick-up trucks, enabling first responders to travel over rough terrain and through tight clearances with essential fire and/or medical rescue equipment and attendants. Markets have re...

The Apollo Fire Detector’s mobile app has been updated to provide users with additional features, on top of the original functionalities the earlier app provided. The DIL Switch and XPERT Card configuration tools have been updated to accommodate CoreProtocol technology, up to a value of 256. The BS 5839-1:2017 Guide is still accessible within the app, and the users can still keep a track of their installations using the company’s installation checklist. One of the big features of th...

When it comes to fire prevention, no facility is more worthy of the effort than a school. It’s a great responsibility to help protect the communities’ children and the teachers and staff entrusted with their learning and development – not to mention the property paid for by taxpayers’ dollars. While the number of fires in K-12 buildings has dropped steadily over the last 30 years, an estimated 4,000 school building fires are reported by United States fire departments eac...

The Viking Group, global manufacturer and distributor of fire protection products and services, has announced its acquisition of the fire protection CPVC business in Charlestown, Indiana from NIBCO, Inc. Based in Elkhart, Indiana, NIBCO is a major international manufacturer of valves, fittings and flow control products since 1904. For over a decade NIBCO has produced a broad range of BlazeMaster CPVC fittings for the fire sprinkler industry. In acquiring this business, Viking will integrate prod...

The FeuerTRUTZ trade fair including the congress for preventive fire protection will take place on February 20-21, 2019 at the Nuremberg Convention Center. Technical, structural, and organizational fire protection solutions will be presented at this trade fair by various exhibitors. FeuerTRUTZ is an ideal platform for specialist planners, experts, architects, civil engineers, staff of public authorities and fire protection authorities as well as fire protection officers to learn more about inno...

Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service is working with the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) as part of a national campaign encouraging people to become on-call firefighters. The ‘Need More’ awareness week runs from January (7) and aims to highlight opportunities available in the fire service, while busting myths about what it takes to be a firefighter. Promoting fire safety The campaign is supported by a national website which encourages people to get in touch with their local...

Since 1977, POK S.A.S has been manufacturing fire couplings in accordance with the various standards existing on the planet, or sometimes outside the standards, such as in the case for Storz DN200 and 250 couplings. Owing to this, customers can buy ‘Barcelona’ couplings, British Instantaneous couplings in DN45 and DN70 standards, American fire couplings, and 3-piece non-symmetrical screw couplings with very good pressure resistance. Wide range of couplings POK S.A.S sells their fi...

Customers who have visited Protectowire FireSystem’s website recently may have noticed some new changes. These changes are necessary for the company to comply with the GDPR standard. For those who are unfamiliar with the General Data Protection Regulation or GDPR, it is a set of regulations that were set up to provide citizens of the European Union greater control over their personal data. Basic rights Under GDPR, individuals have 8 basic rights: The right to access The right to be...

FFE Ltd & LAN Control Systems will be at Intersec 2019 on the 20-22nd January 2019 in Dubai. Intersec is a pioneer trade fair for security, safety and fire protection. It is one of the most diverse security events and offers the latest in security and safety solutions from the world’s pioneer brands. Visitors can come and join FFE at Stand 4-D31 to find out more about their range of Beam Smoke Detectors and Flame Detectors and see first-hand why Nimbus, a new solution for monitoring a...

One-third (33 percent) of U.S. home fires that begin with Christmas trees occur in January. With this potential fire hazard in mind, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) strongly encourages everyone to remove Christmas trees from their homes promptly after the holiday season. “Christmas trees are combustible items that become increasingly flammable as they continue to dry out,” said Lorraine Carli, NFPA’s Vice President of Outreach and Advocacy. “The...

KIMTEK Corporation has announced that its state-of-the-art MEDLITE and FIRELITE slide-in transport skid units range are now compatible with Mahindra mPACT and Retriever 750 and 1000 Long Bed and Flexhauler utility vehicles. mPACT, Retriever utility vehicles Available in gas and diesel models, Mahindra mPACT and Retriever utility vehicles are known for versatility and an exclusive cargo box design that holds up to 1,200 lb, ideal for supporting KIMTEK's entire line of UTV transport skid units d...

KIMTEK Corp recently announced that its MEDLITE® and FIRELITE® slide-in transport skid units are compatible with Mahindra mPACT and Retriever 750 and 1000 Long Bed and Flexhauler utility vehicles. Available in gas and diesel models, Mahindra mPACT and Retriever utility vehicles are known for versatility and an exclusive cargo box design that holds up to 1,200 lb, ideal for supporting KIMTEK's entire line of UTV transport skid units designed specifically for off-road medical and fire res...

The ARA story began in 2001, when Edward Federman and Leo Browne strategically planned the development of a complementary network of building and facility services. They are present in more than forty locations, delivering fully integrated infrastructure and facility solutions across Australia and New Zealand. Scale and quality ARA has gained recognition as an industry pioneer that is committed to enhancing the scale There are now over 2,000 ARA employees working across the Fire, Security, E...

Held over three days (20th to 22nd January) the Intersec exhibition is the perfect shop window for fire products in the Middle East and the surrounding regions. Nittan will be showcasing their full range of EN54 and UL certified evolution devices and panels. The visitors will find them in Hall 4, Stand G24. simulated system conditions Nittan’s use of low level interactive demonstration displays similar in style to those used at London’s Firex event, which were very well received, w...

More than 25 law enforcement officers held a training exercise with HealthNet Aeromedical Services, a critical care transport agency, in Buckhannon yesterday, preparing for a worst-case scenario - treating and evacuating a critically-injured fellow officer. The exercise, hosted by the Buckhannon Police Department, also included Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) special agents, deputy U.S. Marshals, and Upshur County sheriff’s deputies. "Many of our operations happe...

Europe’s door provider, Hörmann UK, is recognizing a significant business milestone in 2019, marking its 40th anniversary with a range of events and incentives to celebrate both its customers and employees. Founded in 1979 following the success of its German counterpart, Hörmann UK has firmly established itself as provider of industrial products, domestic garage doors, front entrance doors and timber internal doors, as well as loading technology and much more besides. Over the...

Europe’s door provider, Hörmann UK, is continuing to meet the expectations of the warehousing and logistics sector with a range of new product and service launches, further enhancing its extensive industrial portfolio. Recently unveiled at BAU 2019, the new HS 5012PU 42 S spiral door features a 215mm narrow side element, which allows for quick and easy installation, even in the tightest of spaces. BiSecur radio control operation Its counterbalance without springs construction also...

FireClass is pleased to be officially recognized as an accredited Continued Professional Development provider. Johnson Controls, puts great emphasis on educating and training industry professionals including fire consultants, engineers and facilities managers about the implications of industry codes and standards. They have developed a comprehensive program of Continued Professional Development (CPD), where each session focuses on addressing particular issues or concerns within the industry. I...

A Cambridgeshire fire officer has been awarded an MBE by Her Majesty The Queen in the New Year’s Honors list. Station Commander Farsh Raoufi has been recognized for services to the community, especially in relation to equality and inclusion, both in his role with Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) and as a volunteer. Serving the community stems Farsh said: “I am truly humbled to be given such a prestigious award and I would like to thank Her Majesty The Queen for this h...

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) is pleased to announce that the fifth NVFC Training Summit will take place June 14-15, 2019, in Portland, OR. Attendance is limited; pre-register today to secure your space. In addition, applications are now being accepted for a travel stipend. NVFC Training Summit 2019 This two-day seminar will provide an opportunity to participate in valuable classroom training as well as exchange ideas and best practices with attendees from across the country. The...

Each spring, the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) honors a firefighter who has provided a lifetime of service, an outstanding junior firefighter, and an exemplary junior firefighter program. With the addition of a new award, the NVFC will also honor a firefighter who has demonstrated leadership in the area of firefighter health and wellness. All recipients receive a personalized award and national recognition. The nomination period for the NVFC’s four annual awards is now open, with...

Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service has come out with the joint best scores from 14 other fire and rescue services in the first round of new Government commissioned inspections. Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabularies and Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS) has spent the last nine months analyzing data and documents and visiting the Service to assess it in three core areas - effectiveness, efficiency, and how well it looks after its people. Best possible service The Inspectorate...

The application period for the Conrad Dietrich Magirus Award is over. Two high-ranking juries of experts have assed all fire department team submissions and pre-selected the entries for the upcoming online voting. This task has been even more demanding because not only the number of applications in all categories has increased, but also the entire range of operation types has been convincingly shown. “We are very pleased about the great interest of fire department teams and the numerous a...

Globe, DuPont Protection Solutions (DuPont), and the National Volunteer Fire Council teamed up once again in 2018 to distribute 52 sets of turnout gear to 13 volunteer or mostly-volunteer fire departments. This annual program began in 2012 to provide departments in need with new turnouts to better protect their personnel. Shinbone Valley Fire and Rescue (Delta, AL) and the Barnsdall (OK) Rural Fire Department are the final 2018 gear recipients. Shinbone Valley Fire and Rescue has 16 volunteer f...