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Oshkosh Corporation announced that it has received multiple honors highlighting the Company’s commitment to sustainability. Barron’s recently rated Oshkosh Corporation eighth on their first ever ranking of the ‘100 Most Sustainable Companies’. The Barron’s ranking was created in partnership with Calvert Research and Management, an arm of Eaton Vance. They focused on the 1,000 largest publicly traded companies by market value that are headquartered in the United Sta...

Streamlight® Inc., a provider of high-performance lighting, launched the Streamlight® Jr. F-STOP™, an ultra-compact 2AA alkaline penlight that allows users to smoothly transition between spot and flood beams to meet both close-up and area lighting needs. Workplace lighting requirements The Streamlight Jr. F-STOP’s adjustable focus allows users to transition the beam from a piercing spot light to a smooth flood pattern by simply sliding the flashlight’s bezel. “...

Today modern architecture favors transparency even far beyond the facade: the architects prefer natural light and open spaces to determine the design of large buildings right down to their structural core. These ‘open’ concepts require the need to meet construction and fire safety requirements for the protection of human life and property. In recent years the expansion of technology in glazing has produced brilliant fire rated glazing components that comply with the required safety...

Mr. Franklin L. Feder has been elected to the PACCAR Inc Board of Directors, effective April 30, 2018, according to Mark Pigott, PACCAR executive chairman. Mr. Feder will succeed Luiz Kaufmann, who will retire from the Board on April 29, 2018. “PACCAR is very pleased that Frank Feder will be joining the Board. His years of management experience in international business, especially in South America, finance and manufacturing will benefit PACCAR in its global growth,” said Mark Pigot...

Globally renowned innovative firefighting and fire protection equipment manufacturer. Elkhart Brass is pleased to announce the introduction of the new Water Powered Monitor Oscillator, WPO-2000. The new WPO-2000 is designed to provide up to 30°/sec oscillation speed when installed between a monitor and a valve, making it the most versatile and reliable water powered monitor oscillator system available to the fire protection industry today. The WPO-2000 water powered oscillator design, with...

Chris McLoone from Fire Apparatus Magazine visited Bronto Skylift factory and local fire station in Tampere. “The second facility we visited is the Pori factory where the booms are built. The engineering is exacting, as you’d imagine. According to Goyer, the stability we experienced up in a 90-meter Bronto in 30-mileper-hour (mph) winds is derived from the construction of the boom, which allows for the rigid feeling at 92 feet horizontal and at full height with only a 23-foot total j...

Each TOA course will run twice during the year, in order to allow as many people as possible to attend TOA Corporation UK, a global manufacturer of cutting edge commercial audio and security equipment, has announced the introduction of a new series of free to attend training courses for 2018. Building on the success of the company’s existing training activities, the three new courses are open to all those interested in acquiring the latest skills and knowledge regard...

John Hodkin of InnerTuba is pictured with the GORE-TEX waterproof coverall donated by Ballyclare An equipment donation from fire sector workwear specialist Ballyclare Limited has helped keep an unusual musician on the road. Ballyclare provided a GORE-TEX waterproof coverall to Jon Hodkin, who travels the roads of Britain armed with a special combination of a tricycle and a tuba. Operating under the name of InnerTuba, Jon rides a recumbent trike and trailer combination aro...

Tundra series comprises 16 models spanning compressed air flows from 22 to 1700 cfm Hi-line Industries, an established and reputable UK manufacturer of high-quality compressed air purification equipment, has made a number of enhancements to its already class-leading Tundra range of refrigeration dryers. Thanks to an impeccable reliability rate, with zero failures from hundreds of models already sold, the 2018 series is offered with a new two-year warranty. Moreover, the latest...

‘Black is the new black’ when it comes to the latest statement piece for the home. The new must-have for the interior or exterior are these bespoke steel-framed doors which not only exude elegance and refinement but ooze old-world charm, all while remaining on trend with the latest in chic, modern influences. Porta Nero doors Created by ARA Products, under the Monarch Renlita brand, the Porta Nero doors create a look of sophistication and timeless style that won’t date thank...

Oshkosh Corporation, a manufacturer of specialty vehicles and vehicle bodies, announced that it has been recognized by the Ethisphere Institute, the global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical businesses, as one of the 2018 World’s Most Ethical Companies. This is the third consecutive year that Oshkosh Corporation has been listed as a World’s Most Ethical Company, highlighting the Company’s strong ethical culture. Oshkosh is one of only 135 companies, repr...

WAGNER's Key Account Manager for warehousing and logistics, Christian Jargstorff, presented the WAGNER Group on February 8, 2018, at the 'Cold Chain Executive Connection' networking event in Berlin, Germany. The WAGNER Group is a member of the Global Cold Chain Alliance (GCCA) and sponsored the event. networking event Decision-makers from the logistics industry came together for the networking event. It took place parallel to the Fruit Logistica trade fair in Berlin. Experts, especially from...

Red Hawk acquires DPSI and ATCI fire safety and security firms Red Hawk Fire & Security LLC, a leader in fire, life safety and security services, has announced the purchase of two companies to build upon its capabilities in the special hazard fire suppression business and the integrated security services arena. In separate transactions, Red Hawk announced the purchase of Anaheim, California-based Diversified Protection Systems, Inc., (DPSI) and ATCi Communications, Inc. (...

KIMTEK upgrades on Mercedes Textile’s Boostlite hose and Draftlite kit KIMTEK Corp., makers of MEDLITE and FIRELITE Transport skid units for off-road rescue and wildland firefighting, announced a new relationship with Mercedes Textiles, Canadian manufacturers of firefighting systems including fire hoses, couplings, adapters, accessories, and fire pumps. KIMTEK has made Mercedes Boostlite non-collapsible reel booster hose the new standard on all its UTV and Truck FIRELITE...

Jactone PAFSS Direct Low Pressure (DLP) fixed fire suppression systems, which utilize 3M™ Novec™ 1230 Fire Protection Fluid, are the only systems in the world approved to LPCB standard LPS 1666 that have an allowance for vents (openings) and airflow (fans). This provision in PAFSS also future proofs the system performance against maintenance/modifications that introduce further vent areas to the enclosure. It is essential to discuss this issue when enquiring about the certification...

Streamlight® Inc., a provider of high-performance lighting, introduced the Dualie Waypoint®, a high performance spot and area light that allows for individual or simultaneous use of a forward-facing spot beam for distance and a bottom-facing flood light. The alkaline battery-powered light, which delivers up to 750 lumens, combines the best of two popular Streamlight products – the Dualie® dual-function LED flashlight and the Waypoint® pistol-grip searchlight. First respond...

E-ONE, a global provider of emergency response vehicles, announces Lone Star Emergency Group as its new dealer for Texas. With service centers in Dallas and Houston, Lone Star Emergency Group is ready to meet the fire apparatus sales and service needs in Texas. Lone Star Emergency Group currently offers the following: 30,000-square-foot service center in Houston 20,0000-square-foot service center in Dallas 10 mobile service units offering 24-hour service 14 technicians who are certified b...

Wednesday 7th February, Halma held a dinner for analysts and institutional investors at the Andaz Hotel in London. Andrew Williams, Halma’s Chief Executive, began by introducing Halma’s Executive Board members including Marc Ronchetti, who will become Halma’s CFO upon Kevin Thompson’s retirement later this year, and Inken Braunschmidt, who became Halma’s Chief Innovation and Digital Officer in July 2017. Agility Of The Businesses Andrew then gave a brief summary o...

OSS provides security, IT infrastructure and electrical solutions to the public sector OpenView Security Solutions (OSS), the leading provider of security, IT infrastructure and electrical solutions to the public sector, is expanding its manufacturing facilities as a result of experiencing a significant upturn in orders for bespoke fire and security doors. Used extensively in tower blocks and other shared housing environments, the doors are being fitted as part of extensiv...

Streamlight® Inc., a provider of high-performance lighting and weapon light/laser sighting devices, introduced the ProTac® HPL USB (High Performance, High Lumen), delivering an incredibly bright 1,000 lumens and an intense, down-range beam. The new model, which uses a Streamlight lithium ion rechargeable battery, includes a built-in USB charge port, permitting it to be charged from a laptop or most USB wall chargers. ProTac HPL USB The next generation of ProTac® design, the ProTac...

The project tasks safety advocates across the U.S. with hosting simultaneous events promoting home fire sprinklers Home fires claim the lives of seven people each day. Home fire sprinklers can help eliminate these tragedies, but legislative barriers and a general unawareness of this technology have prevented its use in new homes. America’s fire service and safety advocates will be able to take action in unison to raise national awareness of these challenges and a fire sp...

Demand is growing for certified low-emission building products as consumers, regulators, Green Building Rating Systems (GBRS) and the EU Commission in LEVEL(s) place a strong emphasis on the health and comfort in buildings, said Vincent Briard, Sustainability & Product Regulatory Affairs Director told an international conference on Tuesday, January 30. Speaking at a conference about Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) organized by certification organization Eurofins in Germany, Vincent said c...

Five new on-call firefighters have joined fire stations across Cambridgeshire after completing training. The latest group of on-call recruits passed out on Sunday (January 28) and are now serving their communities as firefighters around their work and home life. Showing outstanding commitment Group Commander Gary Mitchley, head of on-call at Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS), said: “We’re delighted to welcome five new recruits to CFRS. Being an on-call firefighter is a...

Erickson Incorporated, an aerospace manufacturer and aerial services company has strengthened its leadership team under CEO and Director Douglas Kitani with the hiring of Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Stephen Wideman and Corporate Controller Micheal Hausinger. Doug Kitani said, “We are excited to have this new finance leadership at Erickson, which will continue to drive fiscal responsibility and discipline in support of our enterprise growth initiatives.” Overseeing Fi...

EFFECT will highlight the need for a more detailed risk assessment by a qualified team of facade and fire engineers The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has created EFFECT, an Exterior Facade Fire Evaluation Comparison Tool to help global building owners, facility managers and authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs) proactively assess risk in their high-rise building inventory with combustible facades. Enforcement authorities and those responsible for managing large...

NFPA 3000 establishes preparedness, response and recovery benchmarks A rise in active shooter incidents and the escalating impact of hostile events has prompted the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to process NFPA 3000, Standard for Preparedness and Response to Active Shooter and/or Hostile Events as a provisional standard, which means it would be available for use as early as April, 2018. This marks only the second time in NFPA’s 121-year history that provis...

Advanced’s MxPro 5 panels installed at The Chocolate Quarter The Chocolate Quarter, one of the UK’s most stylish retirement complexes, is now protected by fire panels from Advanced.  Originally the home of Fry’s chocolate, the iconic collection of 1920s buildings has been sympathetically developed by KWL Architects and Andrew Wilson Developments for Bristol-based charity, the St Monica Trust. The result is an impressive complex of high-spec apartments,...

Rave Mobile Safety (Rave), a trusted partner for safety software protecting millions of individuals, highlights a banner year in 2017 and looks towards another year of growth and innovation in 2018. With customer growth and ongoing technology advancements, Rave is positioned to continue to be a recognized global company in the security space for the foreseeable future. Implementing safety-enhancing technologies Rave has continued to partner with a variety of industries to enhance their securi...

In June 2018 International Firex 2018 was held at ExCel, London, UK. Marketed as one of Europe’s foremost Fire Safety events, sponsored by the Fire Industries Association (FIA), recently attracted more than 18,000 visitors and 129 exhibitors from 29 countries. After a break from exhibiting at Firex for 3 years, Ampac Cranford signed up for a combined booth for the year’s event and in a departure from previous years displayed no product on the stand at all. New Design Concept Ampac...

Knauf Insulation is pioneering an exciting new approach to Building Information Modelling (BIM) - a digital revolution that will completely transform the construction industry. BIM enables the creation of virtual representations of buildings using data-rich digital files that allow specifiers to gain advance insight into issues such as energy performance or environmental impact. As these building models can be revised digitally, specifiers, contractors and investors can make changes before cons...