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Medicare beneficiaries in low socioeconomic status (SES) areas have a fewer physician and care management visits and are less likely to be admitted from the emergency department for low severity medical care or admitted to a skilled nursing or rehabilitation facility following hospital discharge, as compared to Medicare beneficiaries in high SES areas, according to a recent research study from 3M Health Information Systems. The report, Socioeconomic Status, and Health Care Delivery System Perfo...

Johnson Controls, the globally renowned company for smart, healthy and sustainable building solutions, has announced the acquisition of Powertec Pumps Ltd, an international provider of pump-related services. Headquartered in Reading, United Kingdom, Powertec Pumps Ltd provides servicing and maintenance for commercial pumps, across the south of England. Having worked with the company previously, Johnson Controls is excited to integrate Powertec Pumps Ltd into its fire suppression and wider pumps...

Europe’s most important fire safety event, FIREX International, welcomes thousands of fire safety professionals to explore the latest innovative products and solutions and meet face-to-face with the entire fire safety community – all under one roof, over three days. FIREX International is users' chance to meet face-to-face with leading suppliers across fire detection and alarms, emergency lighting, fire suppression, and more. BS 8524 compliant products, seminars Visit the Coopers...

Global fire and life safety systems manufacturer, Advanced, has appointed Hanif Ghodawala as the company’s new Business Development Manager for its Emergency Lighting Division. In his new role, Hanif Ghodawala will draw on more than 20 years’ experience, working for high-profile fire detection and emergency lighting manufacturers and distributors, to grow awareness and understanding of Advanced’s emergency lighting range. He will place particular focus on the LuxIntelligent an...

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings announced the acquisition of Powertec Pumps Ltd, a provider of pump-related services.  Integrating an expert team Headquartered in Reading, Powertec Pumps Ltd provides servicing and maintenance for commercial pumps across the south of England. Having worked with the company previously, Johnson Controls is excited to integrate Powertec Pumps Ltd into its fire suppression and wider pumps operation. Experts in the m...

The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) regional administrator has authorized the use of federal funds on April 19, 2022, in order to assist the US state of Arizona, to combat the Crooks Fire burning incident, which happened in Yavapai County, Arizona, in the United States of America (USA). Federal Funds under FMAG On April 19, 2022, the US State of Arizona submitted a request for a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG). At the time of the request, the fire threatened 700 home...

One of the South West’s leading Passive Fire Protection subcontractors, OFS is looking for new subcontractors & workers to join its growing site teams to cater to new projects, clients, and industry demand. After a busy and exciting 2021, as a division (of Optimum Group which is also made up of Drywall & Combined Services) it continue to grow and is looking for FIRAS accredited installers (or those interested in undergoing training/qualification) to join the team. By doing so, the...

A recent article released by the Fire Industry Association (FIA) underlines the importance of fire extinguishers in commercial and public buildings and the need for fully working and most importantly, commissioned extinguishers, to be available. Following a survey commissioned by the FIA in 2003, 2008, and then most recently in 2021, some key trends have emerged, and most importantly the number of fires being successfully extinguished by portable extinguishers has increased from 80% in 200...

The Construction Industry Council (CIC) welcomes the Building Safety Act, which received Royal Assent. CIC and its membership of the professional bodies across the built environment have been liaising with officials at DLUCH (Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities) since the Grenfell tragedy in 2017. Recommendations CIC has provided input, representing our membership, into the Hackitt Review, the draft bill, and the Bill which has, amongst other things, sought to implement her re...

There is hope on the horizon for science: young people trust science and expect it to solve the world's challenges, reports the 3M 2022 State of Science Index (SOSI). State of Science Index findings While all generations have exceptionally high trust in science (90% younger, 89% older), younger generations are more likely to say science is very important to their everyday lives (61% of Gen Z and Millennials, vs. 53% of Gen X and Baby Boomers). SOSI data shows people around the world...

The National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) is delighted to welcome the publication of the Fire Investigation Fire Standard by the Fire Standards Board. The Fire Investigation Fire Standard focuses on ensuring Fire and Rescue Services (FRS) deliver effective, efficient, and valid fire investigations into the origin, cause, and development of fire. Fire Investigation Fire Standard The development of this standard has been led by NFCC Lead for Fire Investigation, Chris Blacksell as part of the NFCC...

  At the very least, Rosenbauer is convinced that the use of satellite data will facilitate the handling and management of forest fires in the long term. For this reason, as the largest fire-fighting vehicle and solution provider with 150 years of experience, it decided to start strategic cooperation with a young technology company from Munich called OroraTech. The two parties are quite different from each other in terms of age, size, as well as specialization. So what b...

FirePro participated in the 7th biannual TUYAK International Fire Safety Symposium and Exhibition 2022. The event held on 31 March and 2 April at the Lütfi Kırdar Congress Center Rumeli Hall in Istanbul, Turkey is organized by the Turkey Fire Protection and Education Foundation and the Fire Protection Association (TUYAK). The Symposium and Exhibition are supported by international and national institutions, as well as contributions from domestic and foreign universities and company repre...

Maine State Governor Janet Mills has declared Sunday, April 17, 2022 through Saturday, April 23, 2022 as Wildfire Awareness Week in the US State of Maine and called on all Maine people to do their part, in order to prevent wildfires. Maine averages over 550 wildfires annually, over ninety percent of which are caused by people. Governor Janet Mills said, “Preventing wildfires protects our economy and our environment, safeguards property and the safety of Maine people, and preserves our hea...

3M’s Safety and Industrial Business Group and the National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3) have announced the winners for the Skilled Trades - 3M Transformational Scholarship for students with a focus in skilled trades. This scholarship will allow schools to help students from diverse backgrounds pursue their dreams in skilled trades while also bridging the gaps of inequality in our communities. 3M and NC3 partner on scholarship 3M and the National Coalition of Certification Ce...

West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service welcomed 11 new firefighters on Wednesday 13 April following the organisation’s latest pass-out ceremony at the Birkenshaw headquarters. The ceremony was held following a 14-week intensive firefighter trainee course which teaches skills including rescuing casualties, using firefighting equipment, and working as a team. firefighter trainee course On completion of the course, the graduates become part of a service that serves a population of more tha...

35 developers have pledged to pay £5bn towards fire safety remediation, the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) has announced. Building Safety Levy The government also announced that the Building Safety Levy will cover new residential buildings in England of all sizes, which is expected to raise a total of £5bn over the next ten years – £2bn of which will come from the 35 developers to fix their own buildings, and the remaining £3bn from a...

Pellerin Milnor Corporation has announced the retirement of Applications Engineering Manager Mike Diedling. Mike began his career in the laundry industry as an Industrial Engineer for Morgan Services, where he worked on increasing the efficiency and productivity of their plants. He then joined the Milnor family in 1978 as an Industrial Engineer in the Laundry Engineering Department. Mike's experience  Mike quickly became a valued expert on turning challenging projects with demanding requ...

FDIC International 2022 is approaching fast and All Safe Industries will have a double booth in 2022, with a range of equipment from high-end detection technologies to simple hazmat solutions, on display at the exhibition. In 2022, All Safe Industries will be showcasing the FLIR MUVE C360 multi-gas detector attached to the company’s demo DJI Matrice 300 drone. FLIR MUVE C360 multi-gas detector The FLIR MUVE C360 multi-gas detector can be completely integrated with DJI Matrice unmanned a...

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation company, announced it will showcase an extensive selection of the latest standout fire apparatus and technology developments at the Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC) in Indianapolis, Indiana, April 28-30, 2022. The main feature will be North America’s first-in-service and fully the U.S. manufactured electric fire truck – the Pierce Volterra™ Pumper. Attendees will find Pierce’s display in the north end zone of...

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, introduces Solution Navigator, a comprehensive digital experience that easily navigates the product life cycle in Building Automation Systems, Fire, Security, HVAC, and Industrial Refrigeration to create the next generation of customer enablement tools. Mobile-first approach Customers can select, price, quote, order, track shipments, locate replacement parts, process warranty claims, access training, and track marketi...

The limit switch is activated by an eccentric cam disc mounted with a set screw on the shaft for lever and weight. The set screw enables adjustment of the cam disc position that gives the signal. Since the disc will move slightly up and down in the flow in an open position, it does not make sense to get a signal indicating an open position. Kits containing limit switch and mounting bracket are available as accessories. The swing check valves can be installed with lever and weight or with bare...

The East of England Ambulance Service (EEAST) is asking for the public’s help, as it prepares for a busy Easter Bank Holiday weekend. The service is urging the public to plan ahead and take extra care over the long weekend, which is the first bank holiday since COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted. Emergency service The East of England Ambulance Service asks for help by choosing the right service when medical attention is needed. If it is not a life-threatening emergency, EEAST urges...

On the first of February this year, ARA Group Limited (ARA) acquired all the outstanding shares of OceanLink Marine Services Pty Ltd (OceanLink). This is a strategic acquisition for ARA. During the past year, ARA has built a formidable ocean and off-shore service business as a result of other strategic acquisitions.  In May 2021, ARA acquired Wiltrading STACE, based in Henderson, WA. Wiltrading STACE has a long history of service and inspection of life safety systems for the marine and off...

The United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) has awarded the first accreditations under Renewable Energy Assurance Ltd (REAL)’s Compost Certification Scheme (CCS). Following the successful conclusion of a 12-month pilot assessment program, three certification bodies have been granted UKAS accreditation against both REAL’s CCS and the internationally recognized ISO/IEC 17065 product certification standard: Aardvark Certification Ltd NSF Certification Ltd Organic Farmers &...

Quelfire has had a successful three days at The Fire Safety Event (FSE) 2022 at the NEC, Birmingham between 5-7 April, 2022. It has been great to catch up with existing customers while opening avenues for new, potential prospects. products and solutions Like its fellow exhibitors, Quelfire is so glad to have been able to showcase products and solutions, hoping to instill just how important fire safety in the industry is. As part of the FSE’s mission to support the industry in achieving...

AVK International introduce a new range of Super Hydro universal fabricated straight couplings and flange adaptors in DN400-2000 manufactured by HydroCos, a member of the AVK Group.  Super Hydro couplings and adaptors are designed to connect pipes of different materials and feature a large tolerance of 30 mm up to DN450 and 40 mm from DN500 on the outside pipe diameter. They are made of fabricated carbon steel with PLASCOAT PPA 571 ES blue RAL 5017, and both coating and EPDM gaskets are W...

Fire safety legislation is an incredibly crucial part of ensuring the UK is kept safe from fire as much as possible. Fire safety regulation is put in place to protect people, buildings, and communities. The Grenfell Tower disaster expressed just how important fire safety legislation is. Buildings need to be built with regulations to avoid missing or incorrect infrastructure like Grenfell with cladding. The UK has a history of fire safety legislation that often changes, depending on the incident...

The spread of COVID-19 can be restricted by wearing a face mask, along with a combination of various precautions such as washing hands frequently and social distancing. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggests wearing a face mask while being in public settings. However, several misinformation has spread through online mediums regarding the use of face masks. In this article, Mallcom will be debunking some myths about face masks. Myth 1: Not to wear a mask if not sick&...

Robert McBride Ltd of Hull was sentenced on 7 April for safety breaches after a 31-year-old worker suffered 13% superficial burns to his right arm and hand following the ignition of flammable vapors at the company’s site. Beverley Magistrates’ Court heard that on 21 August 2017, a batch of hairspray was being mixed in a 10,000-liter stainless steel mixing vessel. Flammable vapors were created within the mixing vessel as a result of heating. flammable vapors Ethanol was pumped dire...