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KME, a subsidiary of REV Group, Inc., and a manufacturer of fire apparatus, announces the delivery of a Tractor Drawn Aerial (TDA) to the West Palm Beach Fire Department (Florida). This marks the first TDA ordered for the city of West Palm Beach. The unit was sold by South Florida Emergency Vehicles, the authorized KME® dealer in Florida. Top quality fire apparatus The AerialCat™ TDA delivered to the West Palm Fire Department is equipped with: KME Severe Service™ MFD Cab...

After the tragic incidents at Grenfell Tower almost seven years ago, an inquiry was set up to ensure that it never happens again. Out of that inquiry, a number of new Regulations have been introduced to ensure the safety of all existing and new High-rise Residential Buildings. A new Department has been created in Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) to inspect the North East Region to keep the people who live in high-rise residential buildings safe in their homes. New inspection progr...

Around 4,000 visitors are expected to attend the VdS-FireSafety Cologne 2023 on 6 and 7 December 2023. Thanks to its growing success, the international trade fair will be held for the first time in the larger Hall 10.1 at Koelnmesse, which offers more space for stands and live demonstrations.  Around 140 exhibitors will present their latest fire protection solutions there, while a varied specialist program will be offered in parallel on the trade fair stage. In addition, seven VdS-exp...

In honor of fire prevention month, First Alert, the most trusted brand in fire safety, is reminding consumers about the simple precautions they can take to help protect what matters most from a fire or carbon monoxide (CO) emergency. Marking its 65th anniversary, First Alert and the fire service industry are coming together to educate communities about the importance of being prepared before an emergency strikes. Fire-safety protection “Helping families protect their homes and the momen...

In an ongoing effort to enhance wildfire emergency preparedness and safety in the community, Emergency Preparedness in Calabasas, a Fire Safe Council (EPIC-FSC) is urging all residents to stay informed and connected through essential emergency notification services. With the upcoming wildfire season, being well-prepared and informed is crucial to protect loved ones and property. Getting prepared "In the face of uncertainty, preparedness is our greatest asset,” explains Brian Cameron, Pr...

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Fire-Dex, the country’s fastest-growing manufacturer of PPE for first responders, is excited to announce the renewal of its exclusive partnership with the Fire Dept. Coffee, the beloved veteran-owned coffee brand founded and run by firefighters. This new agreement solidifies Fire-Dex's position as the official head-to-toe protective gear sponsor of the Fire Dept. Coffee for the next three years. TECGEN51 and TECGEN71 apparel As part of the extended collaboration, the team at Fire Dept....

The King of Morocco, Mohammed VI, has written to the UK International Search and Rescue Team (UK ISAR) to thank them for the assistance they provided in the country, following the devastating earthquake that took place earlier this month. The message was shared with Russell Gauden, National Coordinator of UK ISAR, who was asked to convey his gratitude and thanks to the team, as their deployment drew to a close last week. UK ISAR team of 62 firefighters mobilized UK ISAR worked relentlessly to...

Teledyne FLIR, a world pioneer in thermal imaging cameras, is set to exhibit its latest products and groundbreaking solutions for the oil & gas industry at ADIPEC 2023. Live demonstrations The event, one of the largest of its kind, will take place from October 2nd to 5th in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, attracting over 160,000 energy professionals and visitors worldwide. Visit Teledyne FLIR Booth 1005 and experience “live” demonstrations of the company’s new range of...

Fire service leaders, medical experts, HR professionals and those affected by menopause gathered at The Rep (Birmingham Repertory Theatre), in central Birmingham last week for the NFCC’s first Menopause in Fire conference. The NFCC Menopause in Fire conference, which took place on Thursday, 21 September, 2023, offered a unique opportunity for colleagues within the fire and rescue sector to learn more about the menopause by hearing from medical experts, keynote speakers and those who share...

With Fire Door Safety Week (FDSW) less than a week away, Warringtonfire and its sister company BM TRADA, pioneering providers of testing, inspection, and certification services, are urging "Responsible Persons" for fire safety to refresh their knowledge following recent changes to national fire safety legislation. Taking place between 25 and 29 September, FDSW is the British Woodworking Federation’s (BWF) annual reminder that everyone has a part to play in ensuring fire doors perform as t...

Angloco, the manufacturer of fire fighting and rescue vehicles and equipment, is using a cloud-based job management system and mobile app to support growth. Since implementing the 6-in-1 BigChange system, Angloco has doubled its production capacity and increased turnover by nearly 100 percent. Based in Leeds, West Yorkshire, Angloco supplies all UK Fire Services, has a multi-million-pound contract with the Ministry of Defence, and has exported vehicles and equipment to over 70 overseas countri...

Bull Products will be exhibiting its range of temporary fire protection solutions at Safety, Health & Wellbeing (SHW) Live 2023, from 27th – 28th September 2023, at Farnborough International, on Stand 214. On display will be Bull Product’s cutting-edge 100% wireless, EN 54 certified SiteNet solution, alongside its SiteProtect range of wireless fire detection and alarm systems. Also on show will be its range of First Responder Stations, designed specifically for construction site...

Is the fire department looking for a way to increase non-operational support, enhance community relations, and create a pipeline for recruitment? Then they should start a junior firefighter program. The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) has released an updated Junior Firefighter Program Starter Kit to help departments build the framework for a successful youth program. This update was made possible with support from California Casualty. NVFC’s Junior Firefighter Program Starter Kit...

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) is pleased to announce it has received a US$ 1.4 million Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. These grants enable the organization to implement critical programs and initiatives that support firefighter health and safety and mitigate risks that can lead to line-of-duty injuries and deaths. Use of FP&S grants With funding from FP&S grants, the NVFC has been able to support responde...

Many volunteer fire departments struggle to obtain adequate personal protective equipment for their members. This is why MSA Safety, DuPont Personal Protection, and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) have partnered since 2012 to donate new gear to departments in need through MSA and DuPont’s Globe Gear Giveaway.  2023 giveaway recipients In 2023, 13 volunteer fire departments will be selected to receive four new sets of turnout gear and four new helmets each. The first 500...

At the 'Retter Wels', 'Sobra Radgona' and 'Florian Dresden' firefighting trade fairs, Rosenbauer is presenting another innovation from the field of personal protective equipment in the form of the GLOROS F10 gloves, thereby expanding its product range for wildfire operations. At the same time, the GAROS G10 wildfire protection suit, which was already presented in June, will be on display for the first time. Visitors to the trade fairs will also have the opportunity to have a first exclusive loo...

Kidde – a globally renowned company in fire safety for more than 100 years – announced its second annual Cause For Alarm campaign. This campaign was created in response to the statistics that fatal house fires disproportionately affect some communities more than others. In fact, every day, at least one child dies from a home fire. Kidde has teamed up with National PTA and Quarterback Kirk Cousins to help educate families and children on the importance of having working smoke alarms...

RESCUE Intellitech, a pioneering provider of innovative solutions for the firefighting and rescue services industry, is thrilled to introduce its new subscription model–Decon as a Service–along with the launch of its British subsidiary. The launch will be kicked off with RESCUE Intellitech’s participation at the Emergency Services Show in Birmingham where will be able to meet with the team and learn more about RESCUE Intellitech’s groundbreaking product line for enhanced...

The boards of Radiocoms Systems Limited, a pioneering UK emergency communications provider, and Modirum, an international video-streaming and data business, are pleased to announce a joint service offering, building on Radiocoms' existing voice and data services excellence in critical environments, on Android and IOS to include video-streaming and other essential digital services. The shared offering will be focused first on the UK Emergency Services Show, being held at the NEC Birmingham from...

On the 1st of October 2023, further amendments to the Regulatory Reform Order 2005 (otherwise known as the ‘FSO’ or ‘Fire Safety Order’) are due to come into force, affecting businesses and buildings across the UK under the Building Safety Act 2022. As major fire door and passive fire protection product experts, put together a core summary of the upcoming changes and who they affect. Add any further details and links to other sources that the readers might find relevant....

Door & Hardware Federation (DHF) is once again demonstrating its continuing support for Fire Door Safety Week, a national safety awareness campaign that was first launched in 2013, and in response to a legacy of fire door neglect. The campaign aims to encourage a greater public understanding of the vital role that fire doors play in protecting life and property. Performance of a fire door In particular, the campaign aims to raise awareness of the critical role that fire doors play in the...

Globally renowned insulation, drywall, and ceiling products distributor - CCF is investing in both its product offering and technical expertise to better support its customers in meeting the new fire safety regulations. The extensive work that CCF has been doing has led to the distributor securing a prestigious nomination at the Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) Awards 2023 in the ‘highest engagement of the year’ category. CCF’s technical team As well as atte...

On Thursday, 14th September 2023, the forklifts at Hochiki Europe’s new warehouse facility in Gillingham paused, as the team welcomed MP for Gillingham and Rainham, Rehman Chishti and the Mayoress of Medway, Cllr Nina Gurung to cut the ribbon and declare the new part of the Hochiki operation officially open. This state-of-the-art facility situated in the heart of Kent, Apex House, as it will be known, will support increased production capability at Hochiki’s other Kent site. Coverin...

Securing the future viability and technological innovation of the German Armed Forces, these core tasks are embedded in the military science research carried out at the Wachtberg office in North Rhine-Westphalia. Fraunhofer FKIE has had a number of different guises over the years: it started out as FFM, FAT, and IFE, was then one of three institutes incorporated into FGAN, finally becoming known as Fraunhofer FKIE in 2009. For 60 years, its scientists have been conducting research into the defe...

The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) has once again expanded its team to enhance and further develop its technical and member services. The ASFP’s Technical & Regulatory Affairs team has been enlarged with the promotion of Dr. Andrew Taylor to Head of Technical and the appointment of Stuart Southall to the Technical Officer role. Roles of Stuart  Stuart has over 18 years of experience in the construction industry as a Technical and Sales Manager. He possesses...

Quanergy Solutions, a pioneering provider of 3D LiDAR security solutions, has established a strategic partnership with Teledyne FLIR, the provider of designing, manufacturing, and marketing thermal imaging infrared cameras. This collaboration provides a seamlessly integrated solution that stands uniquely poised to tackle intricate security challenges faced by critical infrastructure environments, including utilities, data centers, and airports. Quanergy’s Q-Track™  These loca...

Teledyne FLIR, a global pioneer in the design and manufacture of thermal imaging cameras and sensors, is helping the law enforcement segment to activate its ‘6th sense’ via the use of innovative technology that ensures officers can protect and serve with greater intelligence. Solutions such as the FLIR Breach® PTQ136 and FLIR Scion® PTM high-performance monoculars are ‘battle-proven’ to withstand the rigors of law enforcement while delivering superior thermal sur...

A large proportion of the smoke alarm devices used worldwide are manufactured in Asia. Until now, this has meant a high logistical effort and long shipping times for receiving the important VdS- Approval. The institute is now reducing both for the numerous manufacturers in Asia–thanks to cooperation with the Swiss “Société Générale de Surveillance,” SGS: The highest reliability of the life-saving detectors can now also be verified directly in t...

Cruise ships offer passengers the allure of luxurious travel on the high seas, with the promise of unforgettable experiences and breathtaking destinations. However, amidst the glamour and excitement, safety must remain paramount. One of the most critical aspects of cruise ship safety is fire protection. Given the unique challenges posed by maritime environments, robust fire protection systems are essential to safeguard passengers, crew members, and the vessel itself. In this article, Coopers F...