Argentina Fire Industry News

In the world of electrical safety, standards aren’t just recommendations: they’re vital protocols that safeguard lives, property, and productivity. One of the most important but often overlooked of these standards is NFPA 70B: Recommended Practice for Electrical Equipment Maintenance. This guide, published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), serves as a critical resource for anyone responsible for maintaining electrical systems, from facility managers and electrician...

Major provider of fully integrated fire control systems, Inim Electronics, will launch its innovative software, FireDesigner, for fire safety professionals, at this year’s London Build 2025 - 19 / 20 November. The company welcomes visitors to meet the Inim team at Stand J25, to see the software in action, and learn how it can help consultants and designers to make system planning faster, simpler, and fully compliant. FireDesigner simplifies complex system configurations, transforming the...

Oshkosh Airport Products, a division of Pierce Manufacturing Inc. and an Oshkosh Corporation business, announced Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) has taken delivery of a new Oshkosh Striker 6x6 Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) vehicle. The addition expands the airport’s fully Oshkosh-equipped ARFF fleet and reinforces its commitment to the highest standards of operational safety and emergency readiness. Punta Cana International Airport, one of the busiest airports in the Car...

Oshkosh Corporation, a major innovator of purpose-built vehicles, equipment, and services, has been named a CES Innovation Awards 2026 Best of Innovation recipient in the Robotics and Travel & Tourism categories. The company was also named a multiple CES Innovation Awards Honoree in the Construction and Industrial Tech category. Oshkosh awards Oshkosh Corporation was selected as a CES Innovation Awards Best of Innovation recipient in: Robotics for its JLG Boom Lift with Robotic End Eff...

Fire alarm systems are the guardians of life and property, standing as the first line of defense during emergencies. But how do they ensure that these systems are functioning as they should? That’s where fire alarm inspection reports come in. These reports aren’t just compliance documents; they are a treasure trove of information about the health and safety of the building’s fire alarm system. In this guide, they’ll break down everything they need to know about thoroughl...

Global safety equipment manufacturer, MSA Safety, Inc., announced that the latest edition of its revolutionary self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), the MSA® G1™ XR 2025 Edition SCBA, has received U.S. government approval from the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and certification from the Safety Equipment Institute (SEI) as compliant to the 2025 Edition of the National Fire Protection Association's (NFPA) 1970 performance standard. Fire departments ca...

E&B Fire welcomes Simon Parr as Operations Director to help guide its growing team and maintain high standards of customer care in life safety and security. Simon brings over two decades of experience in the fire and security industry, having held both operational and management roles across teams, projects, and contracts. His practical knowledge, focus on people and commitment to process improvement make him a strong addition to the company’s leadership team. New processes and initi...

Fire investigators have long worked in a gray area of protection where full structural turnouts are overkill, but single-layer garments may not cover every single hazard they encounter. For decades, there hasn’t been gear built for the unique demands of post-fire scenes. But that’s about to change. Fire-Dex, a global pioneer in PPE for first responders, announced that it is launching its new Fire Investigation PPE, the first protective ensemble designed specifically for fire investi...

When major fire and security specialists - Cornerstone were appointed to deliver the life safety systems for the refurbishment of 77 Grosvenor Street, they faced a unique challenge. Located in the heart of London’s Mayfair district, the prestigious building features classical architecture and over 50,000 square feet of premium open-plan office space spread across six floors. The goal was to upgrade the fire protection without compromising the building’s refined aesthetics. The clie...

Joining the team in September, Kate brings a wealth of international leadership experience and a strong record of driving growth and innovation across global organizations. Before joining Apollo, Kate has had an illustrious career in senior leadership positions across many industries, including security, retail, and healthcare, where she played a key role in shaping global strategy and fostering innovation across multiple markets and channels, at both a start-up and mul...

High-rise buildings are a triumph of human ingenuity, packing hundreds of people and countless systems into an efficient vertical footprint. But with great height comes the great complexity of high-rise fire safety. These architectural marvels have complex ecosystems that call for reliable high-rise fire protection systems to keep everyone and everything safe. When it comes to high-rise buildings, fire safety isn’t a nice to have, but a must-have! Complications of High-Rise Building Safe...

Fire protection cabinets are a must-have safety feature for any commercial or industrial space, providing a safe storage solution for flammable or hazardous materials. In the event of a fire, these cabinets are designed to withstand high temperatures, protecting both the contents and the building from disastrous consequences. Whether one is a business owner, facility manager, or homeowner, understanding the role and importance of these cabinets that can save lives, reduce damage, and help...

When it comes to ensuring the security of the home, business, or any other property, high-end locksmiths in the UK play a crucial role. These professionals are experts in enhancing the security of the spaces and providing advanced solutions for the locksmithing needs.  In this informative blog post, they’ll answer some key questions about high-end locksmiths in the UK and how they can find the best in the business. What do locksmiths change? Locksmiths are skilled in changing, repa...

London Fire Brigade has submitted a planning application for the refurbishment of its site at 8 Albert Embankment. The application also includes plans to modernize Lambeth Fire Station, which forms part of the building. The building at 8 Albert Embankment was constructed by the Brigade in the 1930s as a combined fire station and office block. The fire station occupies the ground and first floors of the building, with six floors of office space above. Brigade’s own estate The office spac...

Specialist cable supplier AEI Cables is advising those in the supply chain with any doubts about fire performance of cable products on the market to check the specification to ensure certainty and compliance. The company is highlighting the need for safety and certainty across all fire performance cables, particularly Category 3 fire performance cables which are designed to withstand heat and flames for up to 120 minutes, helping to protect equipment, property, and even lives. Challenging time...

Firefighting foam has been an essential tool for controlling flammable liquid fires for decades, but traditional aqueous film-forming foams (AFFF) often contained PFAS “forever” chemicals that have been linked to health and environmental risks. Responding to this challenge, Rely Innovations has introduced the first UL listed portable fluorine-free foam extinguisher that meets NFPA-10 standards. The new Rely FXTM P2.5SFFF (Synthetic Fluorine Free Foam) extinguisher uses NUFOAM,...

Pioneering provider of fully integrated fire control systems, Inim Electronics, will launch its innovative software, FireDesigner, for fire safety professionals, at this year’s London Build 2025 - 19 / 20 November.  The company welcomes visitors to meet the Inim team at Stand J25, to see the software in action, and learn how it can help consultants and designers to make system planning faster, simpler, and fully compliant. FireDesigner simplifies complex system configurations, trans...

Colombia has become the first country in Latin America to strengthen its National Disaster Risk Management System through the implementation of a national wildfire detection program using satellite technology. This initiative results from a new partnership between the National Unit for Disaster Risk Management (UNGRD) and OroraTech, a pioneer in wildfire intelligence, via its local representative, GeoSpatial. OroraTech’s WFS platform The agreement marks the start of a national pilot pro...

Fire Truck Solutions (“FTS”) and Performance Truck Repair (“PTR”) are proud to announce a new strategic partnership to enhance sales and support of REV Fire Group’s E-ONE fire and emergency vehicles throughout Southern California. This partnership combines FTS’s growing sales network with PTR’s decades of aftermarket expertise to deliver a comprehensive solution for Southern California’s fire departments. E-ONE fire trucks in Southern California...

Experts in a diverse range of skills in fire safety are becoming the Fire Aware Educators to help guide those in the supply chain trying to find their way around the wave of legislation and compliance currently being introduced. Key changes under the Building Safety Act involve data collection for all information at key stages of construction, while there have been amendments to Approved Document B and new regulations for Residential Evacuation Plans which come into effect in 2026. The growing...

Cygnus, a major developer and manufacturer of innovative fire detection technology, will be exhibiting at London Build 2025 from 19-20 November at Olympia, London. Cygnus will be celebrating the two-year anniversary of achieving EN 54 certification with SmartNet, the world’s first fully EN 54 certified and 100% wireless fire detection and alarm system, on stand M50 at London Build 2025. SmartNet is a fully EN 54 certified and BS5839-1 compliant system that is up to twenty times faster to...

Villa San Carlo, a 13th-century estate turned spiritual retreat near Vicenza, Italy, is the latest hospitality venue to benefit from a discreet, high-performance fire detection solution from Hochiki Europe. This case study showcases how a modern fire alarm system for hotels can be implemented without compromising sensitive architectural features, making it ideal for hotel renovations and heritage buildings. To meet both aesthetic and safety requirements, fire detection installers - Ciemme...

It’s hard to believe that it was only a year ago that they launched Ranger Fire and Security, with a mission to overcome some of the biggest challenges facing the sector. As anyone working in fire and security knows, the businesses in the sector are both highly skilled and highly regulated. It means that while the quality of services are high, many businesses struggle to expand, instead focusing on providing a select number of services and doing them well. Fire and security businesses T...

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards are widely recognized and adopted nationwide. Specifically, NFPA 1: Fire Code is a comprehensive standard containing fire and life safety regulations and guidelines for buildings and various other structures. Understanding NFPA 1 will not only help keep them and their business code compliant, but it will also serve to enhance their knowledge of fire safety and potentially keep them safer as a result. What is NFPA 1? This NFPA 1 Fire Code i...

When it comes to protecting the business, one of the most crucial elements is having a reliable fire alarm monitoring system in place. Fire alarm monitoring services not only ensure that the premises are protected from potential fire hazards but also provide peace of mind, knowing that trained professionals are watching over the business 24/7. Understanding Fire Alarm Monitoring Services Fire alarm monitoring services involve the constant supervision of the fire alarm system by a professional...

TECSA S.r.l., a pioneering company in the field of industrial risk assessment, has developing a unique product for the dissemination of the Bow-Tie risk assessment method, called TECSA Bow-Tie Cards. Together with Chaos Consulting S.r.l., a company expert in enterprise risk management (ERM) and organization complexity and resilience assessment, an analog tool has been developed, consisting of a thematic pack of cards to be simply used with post-it notes, paper, and pen, to accompany indivi...

Global wireless solutions provider Ramtech has officially opened its new office in Charlotte, North Carolina, cementing its commitment to a full U.S. supply chain and advancing modern fire and life safety solutions across the construction industry. With the U.S. construction sector grappling with rising costs, labor shortages, supply chain disruption, and ever-increasing economic uncertainty, Ramtech’s Charlotte hub will enhance efficiency, mobilization, and reliable delivery of safety so...

With the launch of the new Series FL-SR/DRY V3613 and V3615 standard response and Series FL-QR/DRY V3614 and V3616 quick response dry sprinkler range, Victaulic becomes one of the only fire protection solutions providers to offer a CE-marked option for cold storage units. The V36 range comes in pendent or recessed pendent varieties and includes various K-factors and temperature ranges for chiller units up to 6.1 m in height and has been designed specifically to meet the requirements of the EN1...

NFPA 10 is the standard for the installation, inspection, maintenance, and use of portable fire extinguishers. Established by the National Fire Protection Association, this standard sets out comprehensive guidelines designed to ensure that fire extinguishers are strategically located, properly maintained, and readily accessible when needed. The regulation applies to a wide range of environments, including residential, commercial, industrial, and vehicular settings. This outlines the types of e...

Aircraft fire protection is a critical aspect of aviation safety, ensuring the well-being of passengers, crew, and ground personnel. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has established comprehensive guidelines known as NFPA 402, which outline essential protocols for aircraft fire protection and emergency response. NFPA 402 NFPA 402, formally titled “Guide for Aircraft Rescue and Fire-Fighting Operations,” serves as a foundational document for developing effective fire...