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Johnson Controls marks the one-year anniversary of Autocall as it introduces the brand of proven fire detection systems to the Canadian market. By bringing Autocall to Canada, Johnson Controls is providing market access to the same high-quality, proven fire detection solutions already available in the U.S. and Middle East. Backed by the support and dedication of Autocall Authorized Distributors, end-users of Autocall systems benefit from advanced fire detection and industry-pioneering, state-...

While building fire and life safety codes are typically viewed as set in stone, the reality is not quite as concrete. As facilities add unique design elements to achieve aesthetic or functional goals, they also give rise to fire safety considerations that fall outside established code requirements. In this episode, Rodger Reiswig speaks with Chris Jelenewicz, technical director at the Society of Fire Prevention Engineers (SFPE), about the growing use of performance-based design to address thes...

A number of hazard reduction burns are scheduled for NSW, including the Greater Sydney Area, over the coming days. Smoke from these burns is likely to settle across residential areas, especially in the afternoon and evening. Heavy smoke may be experienced by residents close to the burns and in eastern parts of the metropolitan area. Smoke is expected to remain over parts of Sydney until early next week. Smoke from bush fires and hazard reduction burning can affect some people more than others....

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) firefighters have saved a historic boat shed from fire on the Parramatta River at Putney, in Sydney's north-west. More than 30 firefighters and eight fire trucks were deployed to Waterview Street as flames engulfed a small building just after 4 am. The blaze then threatened to spread to a nearby complex, which has significance to Australia's early colonial history and has been used as a boat-building, servicing, and repair facility since the 1930s. FRNSW crews FRN...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) investigators today have determined that a Lithium-ion battery has caused a fire which destroyed five cars at Sydney Airport last night. Firefighters were called around 8:30 pm to a parking lot on Airport Drive, Mascot, where flames had engulfed a luxury electric car before spreading to another four motor vehicles. The battery, which had recently been detached from the luxury car and stored in the lot, was quickly identified as having sparked the blaze. Experts fro...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) firefighter, Gavin Clifton, is just days away from his latest fund-raising venture for charity, climbing 18 hours non-stop up and down the Furber Steps at Katoomba in the Blue Mountains. Gavin, an On-call (Retained) firefighter based at Wentworth Falls Fire Station, is aiming to raise $50,000 to aid research into Motor Neurone Disease, as part of the annual ‘Firies Climb for MND’ program. Originating from his initial Sydney Tower climb, Gavin is “u...

A firefighting couple has relied on their on-the-job experience to deliver their own baby in the car park of a Hunter Valley fast food restaurant. Pregnant Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) Communication Centre Operator, Samantha Paul, was four days overdue when she started going into labor at her Nelson Bay home. Her partner, FRNSW Senior Firefighter, Elizabeth Paul, immediately placed her into their car and began the hour-long journey to Belmont Midwifery Group Practice. NSW Ambulance The couple...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) has determined a fire, which caused major damage to a volunteer organization's ambulance station in Sydney's inner west overnight, was sparked by a Lithium-ion battery in a buggy. More than 30 firefighters and nine fire trucks were deployed just after midnight to Deane Street, Burwood, where flames had broken out in a car park on the ground level of the five-storey building. The blaze severely damaged six ambulances, three support vehicles, trailers, and a buggy, wh...

The Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) Firefighter Championships at Wagga Wagga have come to a close, following three days of hard-fought competition and skills development. Making a return to its inaugural birthplace, the 2024 State Championships proved to be full of camaraderie, community spirit and teamwork. Victorian visitors, Echuca Country Fire Authority (CFA) took out the top spot after an exhilarating display of teamwork and skill, inching ahead of FRNSW’s Wyong and Kootingal Rural Fire...

Most police forces effectively identify patterns and causes of homicide, and allocate the right resources to prevent it, but there is still too much inconsistency in how policing tackles homicide prevention, a new report has found. His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS) carried out an inspection of homicide prevention, jointly supported by the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC), the College of Policing, and the Independent Office for...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) is reminding the public to remain safe from residential fires this summer by safeguarding their homes and properties. Now is the time when households are putting up Christmas trees, firing up barbecues, and planning summer holidays. FRNSW has released a series of checklists for the public to keep in mind as the festive season gets closer.   FRNSW recommendations FRNSW recommends the following:  CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS When setting up fairy lights...

Henkel Adhesive Technologies India is excited to share the launch of its new automotive warehouse in Chakan, strategically located in one of India’s key automotive hubs. This built-to-suit facility is designed specifically for automotive manufacturing customers, ideally suited for Just-in-Time ‏(JIT) delivery models. SAP traceability The warehouse offers cutting-edge capabilities for supplier integration and prototyping innovation. It will now manage non-standard prototype mater...

The acquisition of Australian company Aerial Fire Control strengthens Vallfirest’s global position in aerial firefighting and accelerates the development of next-generation wildfire suppression solutions. Vallfirest, a global pioneer in wildland firefighting equipment and innovation, has announced the acquisition of Aerial Fire Control PTY LTD, an Australian-based company renowned for its specialized aerial firefighting systems. This strategic acquisition strengthens Vallfirest&rsquo...

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation business, is pleased to announce Cary Fire Department in North Carolina has introduced into service a Pierce Volterra electric pumper, which is the first to be delivered on the East Coast. The order, secured by Pierce dealer Atlantic Emergency Solutions, reinforces Cary’s commitment to innovative and sustainable firefighting solutions. The new Pierce Volterra electric pumper is projected to help address the department’s CO2 emission...

A fire security company is the go-to if users need help protecting their business, staff, property – and even their reputation. From installing life-saving fire alarms to carrying out fire risk assessments and maintaining the CCTV and intruder alarm systems, a fire safety and security company can do it all, keeping the business safe and in line with the legal responsibilities. Read on to find out the full list of services users can expect a fire safety and security company to offer, and...

As part of their electrical contracting division, Midland Fire offer an end-to-end service for EV charger installation. Their range of reliable high-speed chargers is ideal for businesses, private and public infrastructure projects. This service is designed to support the growing demand for electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure and to help businesses transition to a more sustainable future. Stages of installation From start to finish they handle everything from: Free site consultation Char...

Honeywell has acquired from Nexceris its Li-ion Tamer business, a major off-gas detection solution for lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries that detects thermal runaway events. The acquisition enhances Honeywell's portfolio of fire life safety technologies within its Building Automation segment and emerged from a partnership with Nexceris over the past 5 years to strategically address lithium-ion battery system safety. The transaction is expected to be immediately accretive to Honeywell's financials...

Milwaukee® continues its commitment to relentless innovation with the M18™ Backpack Fluid Pump Gen 2, M18™ SWITCH TANK™ 15L Chemical Spray Tank, and M18™ SWITCH TANK™ 15L Water Supply, designed to meet the needs of professional landscape maintenance. The battery powered design provides users with a hassle-free experience, allowing for continuous spraying without the physical strain associated with traditional manual sprayers. Additionally, the five-mode flow ra...

Fire and Rescue NSW has hosted a special Chinese Lion dancing ceremony to welcome prosperity and happiness during the service’s 140th year. With the Lunar New Year festivities starting on Saturday, 10th March, FRNSW Commissioner, Jeremy Fewtrell, and other firefighters welcomed the performance in the station’s engine bays by the Chinese Youth League Lion and Dragon dance troupe. The procession through Number One Station, City of Sydney, Australia’s busiest, aims to promote go...

PAW Patrol fan favorites will bolster fire education and awareness among children in a unique partnership between Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) and Paramount Australia, announced. The alliance will see the characters from the hit animated franchise, airing on Nickelodeon and produced by Spin Master Entertainment, convey age-appropriate fire safety messaging to preschool and primary school-aged children. It follows the outstanding response to PAW Patrol’s association with the FRNSW Open Day...

Dräger, an international pioneer in the fields of medical and safety technology, has launched the new FPS-COM Voice mask-integrated unit to improve voice firefighter communication when using breathing apparatus. The easy-to-use communications unit features enhanced voice capture and audible output, with a Click & Go port that enables quick mounting onto the Dräger FPS 7000 full-face mask. A key feature of the FPS-COM Voice is its ease of service, designed to be completely mainten...

The fire risk assessment is sorted, the fire alarm systems are installed and the staff are briefed on emergency and evacuation plans. What next? Now they have to make sure that the fire alarm system maintenance is carried out regularly with planned preventative maintenance servicing to keep everything in working order. Why fire alarm maintenance is so important Because what’s the use in having a state-of-the-art fire alarm system if it isn’t working properly? Neglecting the upkeep...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) has deployed a new firefighting tanker at Umina, boosting protection measures for the state’s Central Coast. Valued at $450,000, the Isuzu Category One tanker is the latest of 34 new tankers funded by the NSW Government after the devastating 2019/20 Black Summer bushfires. The Isuzu is a multi-purpose, off-road-capable tanker that can carry more water than typical urban fire engines. The four-wheel drive also incorporates a new ‘Halo’ cabin protect...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) has marked its 140th birthday with a special ceremony at one of Australia’s most historic fire stations. NSW Governor, Her Excellency the Honorable Margaret Beazley AC KC, joined Emergency Services Minister, Jihad Dib MP; FRNSW Commissioner, Jeremy Fewtrell AFSM, and a host of other dignitaries at a birthday party at the City of Sydney station in Castlereagh Street. The officials cut a birthday cake to honor the occasion, marking FRNSW’s unique history a...

AdvanTec Marine is pleased to announce a major milestone: both its Canadian manufacturing facility in British Columbia and its Oregon, USA facility are now certified to produce fire-rated marine doors. With the Canadian site receiving MED Wheel Mark certification — making it the only such facility in Canada — AdvanTec now proudly holds fire-rated door certifications on both sides of the border.  Commitment to safety and innovation New chapter as AdvanTec strengthens its posit...

Globally renowned provider of testing, inspection, and certification services, SOCOTEC UK and Ireland has announced the acquisition of United Kingdom Testing and Certification (UKTC), a renowned independent fire testing laboratory based in East Kilbride. A strategic acquisition The strategic acquisition significantly expands SOCOTEC’s capabilities in the critical field of fire safety and compliance, while reinforcing the company’s growing presence in Scotland, with its se...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) has isolated the last of the gas cylinders which ignited at an industrial facility at Port Kembla, in the state's Illawarra. Eight cylinders of highly flammable and potentially explosive acetylene caught fire at the Springhill Road facility around 10:30 am yesterday. Dozens of FRNSW firefighters, including hazardous materials (HAZMAT) experts, responded to the incident and protected surrounding buildings. HAZMAT crews The final cylinder burnt out around 2 am, and...

Residents in the Newcastle suburb of Wickham are advised to keep their doors and windows closed as Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews battle a large fire in an auto-electrical business. The blaze broke out in the Foundry Street premises just after 3.30am. Twelve fire trucks, including an aerial platform, and around 40 firefighters rushed to the scene where the flames consumed dozens of cars and engulfed a building. The roof of that 200m x 200m building has collapsed as a cloud of thick, black s...

A Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) fleet mechanic has described how she rushed to the aid of a heavily pregnant woman, trapped by a car fire in Sydney’s Eastern Distributor. Belinda Jackson, a civilian with FRNSW’s fleet division, was driving her service truck through the tunnel when she noticed a couple standing next to their burning car, stationary in the southbound lanes. Belinda stopped the truck, assessed the situation, and then repositioned the FRNSW vehicle to protect the pregnan...

Globally renowned provider of testing, inspection, and certification services, SOCOTEC UK and Ireland has announced the acquisition of United Kingdom Testing and Certification (UKTC), a renowned independent fire testing laboratory based in East Kilbride. The strategic acquisition significantly expands SOCOTEC’s capabilities in the critical field of fire safety and compliance, while reinforcing the company’s growing presence in Scotland, with its second acquisition in the country, fo...