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Fire-Dex, dedicated to safeguarding everyday heroes since 1983, is thrilled to announce a new era in advanced turnout gear with AeroFlex™, a groundbreaking leap in firefighter comfort and safety designed to decrease the risk of heat stress and cardiac-related issues, the two primary contributors to line-of-duty fatalities within the fire service. The Peak of Technical Brilliance At the heart of AeroFlex™ is Fire-Dex’s AeroVent™ Technology, an ingenious one-way-stre...
Ranger Fire and Security has announced its entry into the market with the acquisition of two high-performing industry businesses, as part of its mission to reshape the sector. Founded by industry specialists and service business experts, the company will bring together high-quality fire and security businesses in partnership with a unified parent company. Ranger’s first two acquisitions will play a crucial role in creating a pioneering platform that delivers innovation to the UK’s f...
The Euralarm Fire Section has started a new Task Force that will focus on video fire detection. The start of the new task force follows after identifying video as an expanding technology for the fire business. The scope is to investigate mainly both products/systems and installations of video fire detection in general including thermal video fire detection. Task Force Video Fire Detection (TF VFD) The new Task Force Video Fire Detection (TF VFD) will work on identifying and mapping the...
Hochiki Europe, a global pioneer in life safety systems, is thrilled to announce the launch of the Hochiki Training Academy, a cutting-edge facility designed to provide comprehensive training for industry professionals operating in the field of fire safety. This initiative reflects Hochiki's commitment to advancing knowledge and expertise in the industry, ensuring that professionals are well-equipped to handle the latest advancements in life safety technology. Hochiki Training Academy T...
When most people think of a fire extinguisher in their workplace, their mind goes to the classic red extinguisher that’s attached to the wall, perhaps behind glass, ready to spring into action when there is danger. fire extinguisher types However, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), there are five classes of fires, and, because of the varied nature of these fires, there are six different fire extinguisher types that need to be present in a building to ensure fir...
The organizing committee of the Doha International Maritime Defense Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2024) has announced Fincantieri as the ‘Diamond Sponsor’ for its eighth edition, taking place from 4 to 6 March 2024 at the Qatar National Convention Center (QNCC). Under the patronage of HH Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, DIMDEX 2024 is proudly hosted and organized by the Qatar Armed Forces and will be held in 2024 under the theme “Igniting t...
Do users know of a fire department that received much-needed federal funding for training, equipment, or recruitment? Chances are that funding came from an Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) or Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant. Need for urgent action If Congress does not act within the next few months, AFG and SAFER will cease to exist. As seen in this letter from the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) and over 30 fire service-related organizat...
With the two new initiatives SIE@vfdb and Vielfalt@vfdb, the German Fire Protection Association (vfdb) wants to advocate for more women and more diversity in fire brigades and other hazard prevention institutions. SIE@vfdb wants to strengthen the presence of women in future technologies and create more visibility for successful female role models. With diversity@vfdb, the vfdb underlines, among other things, the openness and appreciation for the diversity of its members. Safety, Innovatio...
Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation business, is proud to announce that authorized Pierce dealer, Conrad Fire Equipment, has opened a new service center located south of central downtown Tulsa, Oklahoma, at 1320 West 41st Street. This strategic expansion aims to provide more convenient and comprehensive service solutions for customers in eastern Oklahoma. mobile service dispatch center “Our team has operated with a single service center with mobile technicians covering the...
Cambridgeshire’s chief fire officer has announced his intention to retire. Chris Strickland, who has held the position for the past eight years, will step down from the role in September. Having joined Cambridgeshire in 2007, after serving 24 years with Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue Service, Chris arrived as assistant chief fire officer. He was promoted to deputy chief before becoming chief fire officer in 2016 and will retire having served over 40 years in the fire service. Fire an...
Modern intralogistics is characterized by space-saving storage, efficient processes, and flexibility. For this reason, more and more logistics facilities are using automated compact storage systems that ensure optimum utilization of the available storage space. degree of automation The high degree of automation guarantees efficient processes, and the scalability of the systems creates flexibility. However, these benefits are accompanied by fire safety risks. For example, if a fire is caused b...
Newbury-based lock manufacturer, Codelocks was visited by Laura Farris, Newbury MP, last week to discuss the critical implications of proposed changes to fire door testing requirements for UK businesses. The proposed changes from the Department for Leveling Up, Housing & Communities (DLUHC) will see a move away from testing to the British Standard BS47622 in favor of testing solely to the European Standard EN1634-1. The change is expected to have negative consequences for UK busin...
Teledyne Gas and Flame Detection is introducing a new infrared (IR) sensor for its class-pioneering OLCT 100 XPIR (explosion-proof IR) fixed gas detector that will bring the advantages of stable and reliable methane detection measurements to the industrial, utility, and laboratory markets. Methane detection Methane poses many threats. Not only does it form potentially explosive mixtures with air, but it can also prove harmful to humans and the environment. For these reasons, many sector...
BAFSA kicked of its 50th anniversary celebrations at the House of Lords last week with a special lunch in the Attlee Room to mark the occasion. The association which was founded in 1974, invited 50 key stakeholders from across the fire safety sector and honored guests including, Lord David Goddard, Sir Ken Knight, Bob Blackman MP and Ann Jones OBE. BAFSA’s 50th anniversary celebrations The lunch saw the ‘premiere’ of a short 50th anniversary video, narrated by broadcaster, N...
On December 21, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced that it will issue a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to modernize the agency’s ‘Fire Brigades’ standard. This standard was first published and last updated in 1980. This proposed updated standard would issue several new requirements that would be very burdensome, and in many cases impossible, for volunteer fire departments to comply with. Specifically, there would be prohibitively rest...
Among the contenders in the realm of protective handwear, nitrile emerges as the 'jack of all trades' among polymers, an unparalleled guardian for protecting our hands. It is a material so robust that it surpasses latex by up to 5 times in puncture resistance, living up to the testing conditions where snags, abrasions, and punctures abound. The applications of Disposable (unsupported) nitrile gloves are as diverse as the situations they find themselves in. The Uses Of Disposab...
For the European fire protection community, FeuerTrutz 2024, taking place in Nuremberg on 26 and 27 June 2024, is the go-to event. FeuerTrutz is the only European trade fair and congress to combine passive, active and organizational fire protection solutions, offering the best overview of the latest trends in fire prevention and fire containment. FeuerTrutz 2024 With about four months still to go, firm bookings already account for around 80 percent of the total exhibition space at last year&r...
Chief Scott Fournier and Berkley Fire Rescue would like to share safety tips with the community as a part of National Burn Awareness Week. Burn Awareness Week, organized by the American Burn Association (ABA), began this year on Sunday, February 4, and ends on Saturday, February 10. This annual campaign serves as an opportunity for fire officials to share common burn prevention messages with their communities. The 2024 Burn Awareness Week theme is flammable liquid burns. Primary causes of...
CIC has appointed three new Non-Executive Directors to its Board who bring with them specialisms in governance, finance, and communication. Their appointment will complement the current Board with Emma Clayton bringing expertise in communications, Kevin Corbett in governance, and Les Copeland in finance. Emma, Kevin, and Les Emma Clayton is an award-winning marketing, communication, and leadership consultant with over 26 years of experience across pharmaceutical, finance, and professional s...
Proud to announce the completion of a project that has seen 682 solar panels installed at the new manufacturing facility in the Algarve region of Portugal. Building a sustainable and energy-efficient manufacturing facility was one of the key prerequisites for the new plant. The Al garve is one of the sunniest places in Europe which allows us to maximize on-site solar energy generation. On-site solar energy generation C11 Decarbonization of Industry is a component of the RRP as it will help Po...
WindowMaster, the Danish CleanTech company specializing in natural, hybrid & smoke ventilation systems, has recently launched an additional supportive version of its highly popular, WSC 104 smoke panel. WSC 104 smoke panel Developed in response to requests from the UK commercial construction industry, the new WSC 104 S AR CompactSmoke™ 4A Smoke Control Panel (windowmaster.com) has been specifically designed and tested to comply with the country’s recently updated building regul...
A pioneer in testing, inspection, and certification services, Warringtonfire is celebrating 30 years of its FIRAS installer certification scheme. During this time, over 1,300 companies have been awarded FIRAS certification, resulting in over a quarter of a million projects completed under certification, to date. FIRAS FIRAS is a voluntary, third-party certification scheme for installation contractors of both passive and active fire protection systems, operated by Warringtonfire and accredited...
Warringtonfire is celebrating 30 years of its FIRAS installer certification scheme. During this time, over 1,300 companies have been awarded FIRAS certification, resulting in over a quarter of a million projects completed under certification, to date. FIRAS is a voluntary, third-party certification scheme for installation contractors of both passive and active fire protection systems, operated by Warringtonfire and accredited by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) to BS EN ISO/IEC 1...
With over 85 years of experience, Hunter Apparel Solutions Limited (Hunter) stands as a beacon of innovation and expertise in the fire sector. Their approach to firefighting protection centers on the firefighter, ensuring delivery of the best possible solutions in Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), workwear, and core specialism, the decontamination, care, and maintenance of firefighting PPE. Hunter has set out to be the world's pioneering expert in advanced decontamination for firefight...
Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, has promoted Sarah Dixon to General Manager of Fire & Security, effective immediately. Dixon brings a wealth of leadership knowledge and expertise in pioneering the commercial success of the business. Sarah Dixon In 2020, Sarah Dixon joined Johnson Controls as General Manager, Fire Suppression, and after a two-year tenure was promoted to Enterprise Sales Director UK&I. In her new role, Dixon will take...
Zeta Alarm Systems have always placed a great importance on training and have welcomed visitors from across globe to their dedicated training center. Over recent months, the entire course structure has been re-written from which two brand new courses have been devised: Standard Training for Quatro and Fyreye MKII Advanced Training for Quatro and Fyreye MKII New Training Courses Both courses last a day and provide invaluable insights into the Quatro networkable panel combined with the ne...
On 5th February 1974, 50 years ago the very first meeting of the British Automatic Fire Sprinkler Association was held. The seven founding member companies were: AFA Minerva, (EMI) Ellis Fire Protection, Fire Snow, Haden Young, Mather & Platt, Matthew Hall Mechanical Services, Merrol Fire Protection, and Mr. Leslie Heaviside of Mather & Platt was made BAFSA’s fire chairman. Achievements in fire safety On 8th February BAFSA will be celebrating its achievements in im...
Companies all over the world across various industries understand the paramount importance of industrial safety products in fostering a secure working environment. This commitment extends to the implementation of specialized Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) designed for chemical handling. This is where the role of safety manufacturers becomes critical in producing authentic, competent and cutting-edge PPE solutions against potential hazards, especially in c...
Breaking through flames and barriers, the latest wave of Kansas City firefighter recruits blazes a trail as the city’s most diverse. “There are people from all walks of life, and I enjoyed every second of it,” said recruit Jacob Boling to a KSHB reporter. The class brings diverse skills and perspectives to the fire service, reflecting a commitment to forming a team representative of the communities served. “We started with 116 participants, and after comprehensive...
Proper personal protective equipment is critical to the safety, health, and effectiveness of firefighters, yet many volunteer fire departments struggle to find the budget to provide their firefighters with adequate, up-to-date turnout gear. MSA Safety, DuPont Personal Protection, and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) team up each year to help volunteer departments meet this need through MSA and DuPont’s Globe Gear Giveaway. NVFC membership MSA will provide the first 500 applic...
