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Galvin Engineering has been designing and manufacturing plumbing products in Australia for over 80 years. It prides itself on manufacturing products to the highest quality standards and has ISO9001 & 14001 certification systems in place which ensures Galvin Engineering’s products, partners and customers receive the world’s best practice, quality, assurance, and environmental management systems and processes. As part of its never-ending commitment to quality, all products ar...

It’s National Apprenticeship Week 2023, with the theme this year focusing on developing ‘skills for life’ – and at Checkmate, that’s exactly what they want to do. Celebrating the thirst that apprentices adopt to forge a career for themselves, coupled with new regulations supporting the growth of the fire safety industry, Checkmate thinks this area of construction is exactly where new trainees should want to be. Compliance to new Fire Safety (England) Regulations...

SRS Alert Fire remains one of Ireland's most experienced and established fire safety training and product providers. For decades they have helped businesses make their premises that much safer. They achieve this by providing regulatory-compliant fire safety products and training. The fire safety training courses include basic fire awareness, fire warden and fire marshal training, etc. As experts in the training field, they regularly get questions on fire training. For the convenience of th...

Trade Bathroom and Tiles Ltd on Saville Road in Castleford will be opening its doors this weekend after almost of year of work to rebuild following the fire last year. The company, which has been in business for 26 years, was gutted following the blaze, which was triggered by a lithium battery in a tool that was charging overnight. Owners Sandra and Paul Marchington said they will never forget that night, on April 28th, when they were called by crews from West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Servic...

Intertek, a Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide, has completed the world’s first evaluation of radio equipment used by emergency personnel to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1802 Standard on Two-Way, Portable RF Voice Communications Devices for use by emergency services personnel in the hazard zone. Upon successful completion of testing by Intertek, the first NFPA 1802 certifications were issued by the Safety Equipment Institute (SEI) to Motorola Solut...

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...

As a proponent of the proposed NFPA 915 Standard for Remote Inspections, Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, is hosting a webinar on February 16 to provide participants with a comprehensive review of the code. If passed in the summer of 2023, the standard will provide inspectors with official procedures for the remote verification of building systems using video and audio technologies. digital technologies “Due to reduced staffing during the...

Lincoln Educational Services Corporation and Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, announced the launch of the Johnson Controls Academy, a six-week intensive training program focused on developing the next generation of building technicians. The program, based at Lincoln Tech's Columbia, Maryland campus, was created to provide a pathway to employment at Johnson Controls locations throughout the United States. Johnson Controls supports the st...

Galvin Engineering is a proud supplier of Perth’s world-class multi-purpose venue Optus Stadium. Its Ezy- Drink® Lead-Free 316 Stainless Steel drinking bubblers have been fitted throughout the facility just in time for the 2019 AFL Footy Season. The stainless-steel drinking bubblers prevent any lead leaching and meet strict Australian standards. This is part of Galvin Engineering’s continued commitment to providing Water Solutions for a Healthier Environment.

Harmony Day is a celebration of multiculturalism and recognition of the importance of inclusiveness, respect, and belonging in Australia. Cultural diversity is one of our greatest strengths as a country, and it’s at the heart of Galvin Engineering. This continuing message of Harmony Day is “Everyone Belongs” it’s about celebrating cultural diversity, inclusiveness, respect, and belonging. Galvin Engineering is proud to support inclusiveness, acceptance, respect, and belo...

Westfield Carousel is Perth’s newest shopping attraction destination with its recent $350 million redevelopments which has grown by the equivalent of nearly three football ovals. The Westfield Carousel in Cannington boasts over 60 new stores with Fashion malls, a multi-deck car park, open-air rooftop dining, and WA’s first valet service at a shopping center. Galvin Engineering is proud to have been a part of the redevelopment. The timeline shows Galvin Engineering’s contributi...

Recent changes to the Victorian School Building Authority (VSBA) guidelines have seen the DET standards updated to improve water quality outcomes, for new and refurbished Victorian DET assets.  Lead-Free products Commencing February 2019 and following careful deliberation by the VSBA, Principal Design Consultants, Services Engineers, and Building Contractors for VSBA and school-led projects are required to install plumbing products and fittings that are “Lead-Free” or &ld...

Galvin Engineering offers CPD Certified training on, the NSW Department of Education & Training, Educational Facilities Standards Guidelines. This in-depth training will provide learning outcomes including, Understanding the NSW Department of Education & Training Educational Facilities Standards & Guidelines, Good design principles to improve user Health & Safety, and includes Environmentally Sustainable Design principles.

Delegates attending this free to attend seminar, which is scheduled to be held on Wednesday, 22nd February, 2023, in Hamilton, Scotland, will participate in an intense 3 hours of presentation, delivered by experts, focusing on automatic fire suppression standards and regulations. Water Mist Roadshows This is the second in the series of Water Mist Roadshows hosted by the British Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association (BAFSA) and the Fire Industry Association (FIA). Earn valuable CPD hours for fr...

Excellence and exemplary service were celebrated at the annual Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) Long Service and Excellence Awards.   Taking place at the Huntingdon Marriott Hotel on Thursday (January 26), the event celebrated the achievements of staff from across different areas of the Service, highlighting outstanding accomplishments throughout the year. Providing service The commitment, dedication, and professionalism of staff regularly going above and beyond to prov...

Huntingdon firefighters are responding from their new station having completed moving on the morning of Wednesday 1 February 2023. Firefighters took the final drive from the station on their nightshift, before handing over to the day crew who started their first shift from the station, with the on-call crew following shortly after.   state-of-the-art station The new state-of-the-art station is located at 7 Percy Road in Huntingdon, just off the A141, and is staffed 24/7 by wholetime fire...

Ankle support is an essential feature of safety shoes that may be sometimes overlooked by many industrial workers. It is important to understand the benefits of this feature in order to make an informed decision when choosing a pair of safety shoes for work.  Why ankle support is crucial?  Spare the ankle the issue of sprains   One of the main benefits of ankle support in safety shoes is that it helps to reduce the risk of ankle sprains and strains. This is because the support...

UKAS has accredited the first organization in the UK to undertake Forensic Cell Site Analysis activities to the requirements of ISO/IEC 17025, including consideration of ILAC G19, UKAS Publication LAB 13, and the Forensic Science Regulators Code of Practice and Conduct (including FSR-C-135). Following a second development pilot assessment program, which started in 2021, two Forensic Units were assessed with IntaForensic Ltd successfully gaining accreditation. Quality assurance mechanism Devel...

West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS) partnered with The Prince’s Trust to deliver the Get Started with Boxing program aimed at 16 to 30-year-olds not in employment, education or training.  The Get Started Programs are part of an ongoing partnership between WYFRS and The Prince’s Trust. Each one sees young people spend a week developing the confidence and key skills they need to make the next positive steps in their lives. The most recent week of activities took p...

FirePro participated with its global team of distributors in the 24th edition of Intersec in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE). The event - Intersec 2023 was held between the 17th and 19th of January 2023, at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Center, spanning more than 48,000 square meters over nine halls. Intersec Intersec is one of the most important trade fairs for Security, Safety, and Fire Protection services and products in the UAE and worldwide. This year, the event wel...

To ensure the best fire safety at home, it’s essential to have at least some basic fire safety equipment. Fire alarms, some firefighting apparatus, and escape ladders are a must. However, it is equally important to be aware of, and attend to, any potential fire-related dangers. This article takes a quick look at some of the most common fire safety hazards to keep an eye out for at home. They include: Cooking Equipment Cooking appliances are by far the biggest source of domestic fire...

Fire safety precautions are essential for any living situation. However, installing extensive emergency features can be off-putting, or expensive to procure all at once. This article takes a look at the five most essential fire safety equipment that every home should have installed, in order to facilitate at least a good and basic level of safeguarding of the property. To be adequately prepared in case the worst should happen, be sure to have at least these fire protection features installed in...

Work has commenced on a sustainable tri-service station which will become home to officers from Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS), Northumbria Police, and North East Ambulance Service. The new station, which will be built by North of England contractor Esh Construction, is set to be the first of its kind in the country to be carbon neutral. A breaking ground ceremony officially marked the start on site for the emergency services hub which is set to drive forward blue light services&...

Crews from West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS) spoke to students at colleges and universities across the county and gave them a chance to take part in a quiz focused on road and fire safety. The winner was University of Huddersfield student Fengyn Zai. In total 4,388 students entered the competition which looked at various safety messages, from wearing a seat belt to being careful around quiet electric vehicles and scooters. Matter of water safety The quiz highlighted the importanc...

WAGNER Group GmbH is one of this year's top innovators and has been awarded the TOP 100 Seal 2023 for its innovation work. The quality seal, which is awarded every year on behalf of compamedia GmbH, honors the most innovative medium-sized companies in Germany. At the official award ceremony in June 2023, the companies will be honored in person by science journalist and mentor of the competition, Ranga Yogeshwar. Promoting top management The TOP 100 seal is the only independent, scientific awa...

As a fourth-generation Australian family business, Galvin Engineering knows just how important family is. Whether it's ageing parents or loved ones living with disability, they also understand it's important for people to retain their independence – and do so safely. High quality independent living presents some unique considerations for architects, designers, and specifiers entrusted with designing bathrooms to meet specialized health or well-being needs. Because to maximize quality of l...

Galvin Engineering, a renowned partner for specialized water solutions for a healthier environment, is an accredited provider of formal CPD points. All their presentations have been assessed by AIS to comply with the requirements of formal CPDs for delivery to registered architects in all states and territories in Australia. Galvin Engineering’s suite of seminars consists of the following presentations: Best Practice Bathroom Specification for Mental and Behavioral Healthcare Faciliti...

The World Health Organisation (WHO) states that lead is a cumulative toxicant that can result in adverse health effects. In severe cases, anaemia, seizures, coma, or death may occur. Lead is considered particularly harmful to young children and it is estimated to have contributed to 540,000 deaths worldwide in 2016. There is no known level of lead exposure that is considered safe. This has resulted in lead being restricted or banned from use in some products that could enable the direct ingesti...

Galvin Engineering is turning 90! Who would have thought back in 1930, that a small Perth foundry business would not only stand the test of time but would prosper and evolve into an internationally operating Australian company? specialized commercial tapware The company has been through some turbulent times over the years, but in true blue Oz fashion, the Galvin family has continuously readjusted and taken any challenges head-on. Like the time in the 1940s, when Roy Galvin jumped into his scho...

Hand hygiene is an important part of any infection control program to reduce the risk of Hospital Acquired Infections (HAIs), By minimizing cross-contamination that can occur through touching of door handles, taps, and other everyday items germs can be effectively stopped simply and easily.  In the quest to provide solutions for better health and safer communities, Galvin is proud to offer a new range of handles with germ protection: anti-microbial germ-shield®​ handle range T...