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Fire Alarm Systems: Upgrade For User-Friendly Controls

Fire Alarm Systems consist of complex, intelligent components with powerful microprocessors and software at their core. Enhancements, improvements, and changes in processors and software, with controls similar to a personal computer, provide radical improvements in dealing with some problems. These improvements are: Reducing the number of false alarms, Providing user-friendly controls, Parameter sets for faster detection, Power consumption and outputs, Facility and control interfaces,...

Research Project Aims To Help Protect Historical Buildings From Fires

MÜNSTER Numerous major fires in historic buildings, including the fire at Notre Dame Cathedral, have repeatedly highlighted the particular threat to cultural property in recent years.  Whether monasteries, castles and palaces, half-timbered houses, or old industrial buildings, they were all not built according to modern fire protection specifications and have only rarely been retrofitted. BRAWA project The BRAWA project (preserving cultural assets through the motivation of helpers a...

IAFF Grows With New Affiliates In Ontario, British Columbia

The IAFF is welcoming new locals in Loyalist Township, Ontario and View Royal and Colwood, B.C. Loyalist. Professional Fire Fighters Association Local 5464, which serves the communities of Amherstview, Amherst Island, Odessa, and Bath in Loyalist Township west of Kingston, joins with seven members including four suppression fire fighters, two fire inspectors, and an emergency vehicle technician. Local 5464 President - Jeremy Franklin said he was pleased to be joining the IAFF and is lo...

Comprehensive Guide To Emergency Lighting Systems

Emergency guidance and lighting systems in extraordinary situations; are the systems that guide the evacuation of people as a result of the power outage of the building for safety concerns during disasters, such as fire and earthquakes. In addition, in Turkey, emergency lighting systems are obligatory in the regulations for the protection of buildings from fire. Emergency guidance systems are also mandatory in buildings. These directions facilitate the evacuation of people in buildings with mor...

Top Fire Alarm Systems For Commercial Safety

Fire alarm systems are necessary for the protection of life and property. Fire detection systems are required by law in most non-domestic buildings where people work or visit, such as offices, shops, hotels, and public places.  A fire safety risk assessment must be made and updated by the employer or the building owners/residents in accordance with the regulation. Fire detection and alarm systems According to the results of the evaluations to be made, it is necessary to ensure that all f...

Astoria Fire And Security's Guide To Fire Safety In The Hospitality Sector

For business owners in the hospitality sector, fire safety should be one of their top priorities. Fires can cause extensive damage to property and put customers and employees at risk. Astoria provides tips on reducing the risk of fires in business and what to do if a fire breaks out. Astoria also discusses some common causes of fires in the hospitality industry and the steps taken to prevent them.  Fire Safety in Hospitality Fire safety is a top priority for any hospitality business. Fro...

Kidde Launches Advanced Home Health Mobile App Subscription Service To Enhance Home Health Monitoring

Kidde, a trusted pioneer in fire safety for more than 100 years, has launched a new paid subscription feature in its Advanced Home Health mobile application to enhance home health monitoring. The new service will allow families to take proactive, informed steps to keep their homes safe with indoor air quality insights. Kidde is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a pioneer in intelligent climate and energy solutions. The subscription service provides a weekly healthy home report with con...

CSB Releases Final Report Into Fatal 2019 Explosion And Fire At KMCO Chemical Facility

The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) released its final report into the fatal explosion and fire at the KMCO production facility in Crosby, Texas, USA. On April 2, 2019, KMCO was producing sulfurized isobutylene as a lubrication additive. The explosion and fire occurred after isobutylene leaked from a fracture in a segment of piping and formed a flammable vapor cloud, which ignited. Fatal injury One KMCO employee was fatally injured, and two others were seriously inju...

FirePro: Advancements In Fire Protection Systems - VdS-FireSafety Cologne Recap

FirePro participated in the 9th edition of VdS-FireSafety Cologne, held at the Koelnmesse exhibition center in Cologne, Germany, from December 6th to 7th. This year’s event attracted over 4,000 visitors with its seven specialist conferences and a compact seminar, offering a wealth of up-to-date knowledge, engaging exhibits, and expert-led conferences and seminars. VdS-FireSafety Cologne, renowned as one of the most important industry events for fire protection systems and preventive struc...

MSA Safety Named One Of America’s Best-Managed Companies Of 2023 By The Wall Street Journal

MSA Safety, Inc., the global pioneer in the development of safety solutions that help protect people and facility infrastructures announced it has been named one of the Best-Managed Companies of 2023 by The Wall Street Journal (WSJ). Top 250 list The Top 250 list, which was established in 2017, is compiled by the Drucker Institute and is published annually by The Wall Street Journal. The Drucker Institute evaluates companies based on five key categories of corporate perfor...

NVFC: Final Recipients Of MSA And DuPont’s 2023 Globe Gear Giveaway Announced

The final three recipients of MSA and DuPont’s 2023 Globe Gear Giveaway, conducted in partnership with the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC), have been selected. The Bell County Volunteer Fire Department (Pineville, KY), Broadway (VA) Volunteer Fire Department Inc., and Scotts Hill (TN) Fire Department will each receive four new sets of turnout gear and four helmets to help keep their crew safe. These donations wrap up the 2023 giveaway, in which a total of 52 sets of turnout gear an...

Honeywell Launches New All-In-One Fire Panel To Deliver Reliable, Scalable And Efficient Protection

Honeywell, one of the pioneering brands in fire and life safety, recently unveiled its NOTIFIER INSPIRE™ fire control system, an all-in-one fire panel that delivers reliable protection, scalability, efficient monitoring, as well as flexible and timely reporting.   NOTIFIER INSPIRE panel The NOTIFIER INSPIRE panel is connected through Honeywell’s Connected Life Safety Services (CLSS) platform. CLSS delivers real-time visibility of the fire system to installers, s...

ASFP Shortlisted For Three Association Awards In TAF's Best Trade Association Awards

The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) is delighted to have been shortlisted for three awards in the Trade Association Forum’s (TAF’s) Awards. The Awards recognize, reward, and promote best practices among trade associations in the United Kingdom (UK).   Ignite The Association’s magazine, Ignite, has been shortlisted for Magazine of the Year. Ignite caters to the needs and interests of professionals within the passive fire protection (PFP) indus...

IAFF Publishes New Research Report Highlighting Emerging Fire Hazard: Residential Energy Storage Systems (ESS)

Fire fighters are being urged to take extra precautions when approaching structure fires involving residential energy storage systems (ESS), an increasingly popular home energy source that uses lithium-ion battery technology. The findings are part of an exhaustive report released by the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) and UL Solutions, based on a two-year research project examining the characteristics of fires resulting from the overheating of lithium battery systems stored in...

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Offers Top Fire Safety Tips For Public Buildings

Public buildings, like schools, libraries, and offices, are places where people come together. Keeping these places safe from fires is super important. Fires can start quickly and spread even faster, putting everyone inside at risk. That’s why the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) offers tips to keep these buildings safe. By following these fire safety tips, establishments can help ensure that everyone can get out safely, if a fire starts and the damage is kept as low as possibl...

Hochiki To Showcase Latitude And Emergency Lighting System FIREscape Nepto At Intersec 2024

Hochiki, the provider of innovative, Japanese-designed life safety solutions, specializing in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of state-of-the-art fire detection and emergency lighting systems will be at Intersec 2024 - the event for emergency services, security, and safety. The Hochiki regional team, who are based in Dubai, UAE, will be at the event to demonstrate their range of sophisticated fire detection systems, Latitude, and their emergency lighting system, FIREscape Nepto....

FSA: A Step-By-Step Guide To Developing A Restaurant Fire Safety Plan

Running a restaurant is about more than just making delicious food. It’s also about keeping everyone safe. Fires are a big risk in restaurants because kitchens have many things that can catch fire, like oil and gas. Plus, with people cooking all day, there’s always a chance that something could go wrong. Having a restaurant fire safety plan means having thought about what could cause a fire and having a clear plan to keep everyone safe if one starts. This plan is a set of instructio...

Effective Use Of Fire Detection And Warning Systems

Fire detection and warning systems should be used correctly and effectively. In order to achieve this, it will be helpful to know how the system works. What triggers the fire alarm? How does the fire alarm work? They recommend that they read the blog post, which is a brief guide for correct use. Fire alarm systems have a fire detection panel and different means of detection; consisting of elements, such as buttons, detectors, siren-blinker, etc. Fire detection and warning systems Fire detecti...

‘Captain Danny Raymond Light Up The Community Fund’ Honors Fallen Maine Fire Fighter

When times get tough, a glimmer of light always finds its way through the darkness. In March, tragedy struck when Caribou, ME Local 5191 Capt. Daniel Raymond died in a car accident.  Ryan Hall, a firefighter and paramedic with Local 5191, shared that his sudden death not only devasted his family and colleagues but also the entire community.  Light up the Community Fund “So, over the summer, many local community members wanted to find a way to honor him and create something a...

Boost Hospital Safety With NFPA Rules & Fire Safety Alarms Inc Services

Hospital fire safety is paramount, where the lives and well-being of patients, staff, and visitors are at stake. In this context, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) plays a pivotal role in establishing guidelines and standards that ensure the highest level of fire safety in healthcare facilities. Compliance with NFPA guidelines is not just a regulatory requirement but a fundamental commitment to the safety and security of all those within a hospital’s walls. Hospital Fire Sa...

Warringtonfire To Open UK’s Largest Built Environment Product Testing Facility

Warringtonfire, a global pioneer in Fire Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC), has announced plans to open a new facility in Warrington, United Kingdom (UK). Expected to open in 2025, the new facility will be the largest in the UK and provide fire testing, technical and certification services. Warringtonfire’s testing capacity Customer demands for Warringtonfire’s product testing are set to continue to grow significantly, due to increasing regulatory requirements, the intr...

Pierce Dealer Commercial Emergency Equipment Co. Secures Second 10-Year Contract With Calgary Fire Department For Custom Fire Tenders

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation company, announced Canada-based dealer Commercial Emergency Equipment Co. has secured a 10-year contract with the Calgary Fire Department (CFD), focusing on the provision of custom tenders in an as-needed quantity.   Building upon the earlier established contract in 2022, which was centered on the supply of aerial platforms and ladders, this new agreement also places significant emphasis on apparatus standardization. Tandem-axle Enforcer&t...

Twiceme Announces Partnership With Mammut To Enhance Safety In Outdoor Products

Twiceme, a Swedish safe-tech company dedicated to protecting sports enthusiasts before and after an incident, is pleased to announce a new partnership with Mammut, a global pioneer in outdoor and mountain sports equipment. The partnership between Mammut and Twiceme aims to enhance outdoor adventure safety by integrating Twiceme’s Technology into Mammut's upcoming product lineup. With a mutual commitment to mountain rescue and a focus on safety, the alliance strives to provide outdoor enth...

GFE To Showcase The Latest Additions To Its Product Portfolio At Intersec 2024

European manufacturer of complete fire safety systems, Global Fire Equipment (GFE), will showcase the latest additions to its product portfolio on Stand F10 in Hall 3 at Intersec 2024, which takes place in Dubai from 16 – 18 January, 2024. GFE’s experts will be on hand to showcase the company’s range of advanced addressable fire alarm control panels and detectors. Visitors to the stand will also hear about the benefits of working with a complete systems provider that has the l...

Fire Safety: Ways To Manage Candles With Care

Candles are an optimal way to enhance ambiance to any occasion or environment. Their scents make the room inviting and cozy. Luckily, candle fires only make up a minor percentage of the cause behind residential fires. However, using candles can result in a fire emergency, if not handled carefully. Recognizing the dangers and fire safety behind candle usage and understanding how to use them safely can prevent a fire emergency. This article offers key learning on how to handle candles with care....

Siemens’ Building X Expands Fire Safety Offering To Increase Transparency, Efficiency

Siemens Smart Infrastructure is expanding its fire safety offering on Building X through newly launched applications and an application programming interface (API) to increase transparency, decrease response time in case of incidents, and enhance maintenance processes for service providers. Building X Building X is a digital building platform that supports customers to digitalize, manage, and optimize their building operations. This leads to an enhanced user experience, increased performance,...

EN Standards Explained: The Ultimate Workwear Guide

In the dynamic world of industries, Mallcom believes that ensuring the safety and well-being of industrial workers is of paramount importance. This is where European Standards (EN) for protective clothing come into play, providing a comprehensive framework for the design, manufacturing, and performance of workwear across various sectors.  EN standards are European standards that define the requirements and test methods for various types of personal protective equipment (PPE). The...

Rosenbauer: The Firefighting Robot For All Operations

The positioning of the portable fire pump requires four firefighters, and the deployment of a B nozzle at least two. Moreover, these activities require a lot of energy and sometimes have to be carried out in the middle of a danger zone. These two striking examples quickly show how much modern auxiliary equipment such as the multi-functional RTE Robot firefighting robot can support everyday operations.  Rosenbauer presented the petrol-powered tracked manipulator back in 2010. This meant tha...

Fenland Youngsters Learn Firefighting At Firebreak Courses

A group of Fenland youngsters have been benefitting from fire service training to help develop teamwork skills, increase self-esteem and confidence, and understand the consequences of risk-taking decision-making. Learnings Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service has been hosting students from Thomas Clarkson Academy at Wisbech Fire Station. Led by the Service’s Community Development Instructors, the groups have been learning how to use hose reels, ladders, and breathing apparatus, and le...

President Biden Announces $22.4M FEMA Grant For Philadelphia To Hire 72 New Firefighters

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. announced that FEMA awarded a $22.4 million grant to the city of Philadelphia, paying for 72 firefighters’ salaries and benefits for three years, allowing three city fire stations to reopen: Engine 6 in Fishtown, Ladder 1 in Fairmount and Ladder 11 in South Philadelphia. In 2022, Philadelphia suffered its highest number of fire fatalities in a decade with more than a dozen of those deaths occurring from a single fire in the Fairmont neighborhood, which was...

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