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Eagle Bank and Trust Company donate Bullard’s Eclipse to Fire Departments

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT

12 Bullard Eclipse thermal imagers were donated to 12 fire departments throughout St. Louis and Missouri

Twelve Bullard Eclipse thermal imagers are now in the hands of firefighters in 12 fire departments throughout the St. Louis, Missouri region, thanks to a generous donation from Eagle Bank and Trust Company of Missouri. The Eclipse, which Bullard introduced two years ago, is the fire service industry's first personal-issue thermal...

Bullard appoints Eric D. Pasch as President and Chief Executive Officer

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Mr.Pasch joined Bullard in 1999 as Director of Finance

The Board of Directors of E.D. Bullard Company has appointed Eric D. Pasch as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2012. Mr. Pasch joined Bullard in 1999 as Director of Finance and was quickly promoted to Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, positions he held until last year. In January 2011, Mr. Pasch was promoted to President and Chief Operating Officer.

Mr. Pasch...

TRANSCAER trains over 60,000 emergency responders on safe handling of anhydrous ammonia

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 08:00:00 GMT

TRANSCAER's Anhydrous Ammonia Training Tour is the first nationwide, product-specific training module

More than 60,000 emergency responders across 37 states have received training in the safe handling and distribution of anhydrous ammonia by TRANSCAER (Transportation Community Awareness and Emergency Response), a voluntary national outreach effort that focuses on assisting communities in preparing for and responding to a possible hazardous material transportation incident.

The Anhydrous Ammonia Training Tour is...

Redmond Fire and Rescue employs Oshkosh Striker® aircraft rescue and fire fighting (ARFF) vehicle

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Striker delivers innovative fire suppression technology and excellent chassis performance

Oshkosh Airport Products Group, a division of Oshkosh Corporation recently announced that a new generation Oshkosh Striker® aircraft rescue and fire fighting (ARFF) vehicle is now on duty at Roberts Field, Redmond...

Bristol’s Ergotech Action™ structural kit deployed at 23 fire stations in Yorkshire

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT

South Yorkshire FRS becomes first fire service in the UK to equip its firefighters with new PPE

South Yorkshire FRS have become the first fire service in the UK to re-equip its firefighters with new PPE incorporating a PBI black outershell. Bristol’s Ergotech Action™ structural kit is being supplied as part of a Fully Managed Service Contract (FMS) and has recently been deployed for its 900 firefighters located at 23 fire stations across the...

PureTech teams up with FLIR to enable PTZ Auto Follow capability on FLIR's thermal cameras

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Puretech's PTZ Auto Follow capability currently allows CCTV cameras to independently follow a target

PureTech Systems Inc., a leading manufacturer of video analytic software, recently announced that it has teamed with FLIR to enable PTZ Auto Follow capability on FLIR's range of high-performance thermal cameras. When joined with FLIR's PTZ camera series, the PureTech's...

The Big Red Guide’s new website SourceEN54.eu focuses on European voice alarm industry

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT

The website features more than 300 products from makers of EN 54-certified voice alarm systems

The Big Red Guide is pleased to announce the launch of SourceEN54.eu, a comprehensive information resource for the European voice alarm industry.

Featuring over 300 products from several leading manufacturers of EN 54-certified voice alarm...

London Fire Brigade prompts the use of more fire sprinklers

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT

London Fire Brigade has emphasized the use of of more fire sprinklers to decrease the risk of fire accidents

Last year there were 36 arson attacks on London’s schools, colleges and nursery buildings and a further 113 accidental fires.

New figures released by London Fire Brigade show that last year, there was one fire every three days in the capital’s...

Fire Protection Research Foundation reports fire safety measures for home cooking

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Cooking equipment-related fires are a leading cause of U.S. fire loss

The Fire Protection Research Foundation is addressing ways to reduce the numbers of deaths, injuries and property losses from home cooking fires. The Foundation recently released a report with the results of a study commissioned by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The study identified major...

White space spectrum technology can be applied to the fire and emergency rescue service industries

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 08:00:00 GMT

TTP work across many sectors and industries, including the fire and emergency rescue industries

White space spectrum could radically improve emergency services communications and deliver valuable new data-rich applications to help save lives, claims TTP, one of the UK companies pioneering this ground-breaking new wireless technology.

Wideband communications using white space technology could alleviate the...

IFEDA addresses concerns over the removal of fire extinguishers at residential property

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Removal of fire extinguishers from Richmond Housing Partnership has alarmed IFEDA over this

Residents at the property have allegedly been told that the removal of fire extinguishers from common areas of their block of flats was for their own safety.

IFEDA, the Independent Fire Engineering & Distributors Association, is...

Fire and security products manufacturer Elmdene appoints new Regional Sales Manager for Europe South

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Jessica Barbaro, New Regional sales Manager for Europe South, Elmdene International Ltd.

Jessica is certainly well equipped for her new position at Elmdene, given her outstanding language skills; having dual French and Italian nationalities with fluency in Spanish and English.

Innovative electronic fire and security products manufacturer, Elmdene...

NYFRS releases firework safety rules to stay safe this bonfire night

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 08:00:00 GMT

NYFRS has requested people to go to an organised event where professionals handle the fireworks

North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service wants everybody to be safe this bonfire night, so here’s some information to ensure the celebrations go safely.

Bonfire night is traditionally a time for friends and family to get together and enjoy the celebrations. NYFRS...

Chubb outlines domestic fire prevention measures

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Chubb's guide promotes fire alarms and fire extinguishers as fire prevention and preparation tools

With almost 13,500 people killed or injured each year in domestic fires, snaps of cold weather bring an added risk as people heat their homes.

To help in the prevention, detection, containment and escape from Fire, Chubb has put together a 12-point guide to fire safety.

1. ...

NFPA issues reminder to observe fire safety precautions to ensure a safe Halloween

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 08:00:00 GMT

NFPA offers fire safety tips such as using battery operated candle instead of real ones

It’s time again for the creepy decorations, falling leaves, endless costumes, and lit Jack-o-lanterns. As families across the country begin to prepare for what has become an increasingly popular holiday, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is reminding everyone to take a few simple safety precautions in order to ensure a fun,...

Chimney Fire Safety Week to remind local householders regarding fire safety

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 08:00:00 GMT

All chimneys and flue-ways should be cleaned and checked during the summer months

The inviting warmth of an open fire is the last thing on most people minds in the summer, but it’s best to check that your chimney is in the best of health before you start to use it.

North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (NYFRS) is reminding local householders to ensure their chimney is fire-safe while the...

NYFRS reminds local householders to ensure their chimney is fire-safe

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 08:00:00 GMT

NYFRS suggests householders must consider having their chimneys swept soon with registered sweeps

North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (NYFRS) is reminding local householders to ensure their chimney is fire-safe while the weather is fine by booking a registered chimney sweep this Chimney Fire Safety Week (26th Sept-2nd Oct).

The inviting warmth of an open fire is the last thing on most...

Dockwise new super vessel gets Autronica on board

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Dockwise is now more secure with the latest AutroSafe from Autronica

Autronica has been tasked with providing the entire fire detection system for Dockwise’s super vessel. With such a large space to cover, AutroSafe was the natural choice as it has been designed to provide reliable, fail-safe coverage on large transport and offshore vessels.

When Dockwise forwarded plans for a new...

Royal Berkshire Fire & Rescue wins World Extrication Challenge with assistance from Vimpex

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Extrication Team

Realistic crash situations were created with vehicles and casualties. The teams had to rescue the trapped casualties safely and were awarded points on their performance.

Makita Rescue Tools from Vimpex have helped Royal Berkshire...

Pierce and Fire Chief magazine honors fire chiefs of the year 2011

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 08:00:00 GMT

2011 Volunteer Fire Chief of the Year, Robert Perry, of the Union Fire District in South Kingstown, R.I.

Chief Robert Perry has been a volunteer firefighter for more than 40 years. He has served as the chief at the 300-member Union Fire District since 2004.

Fire Chief Magazine, part of Penton Media, Inc.’s Public Infrastructure Group, and