Colombia Fire Industry News

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...

Oshkosh Airport Products, an Oshkosh Corporation business, is proud to announce the delivery of three state-of-the-art Striker® Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) vehicles to Bradley International Airport (BDL) in Windsor Locks, Connecticut, USA. The new additions to BDL’s fleet represent a major investment in safety, service reliability, and operational agility. Next-generation technology Each unit is engineered with next-generation technology to meet the growing demands of a...

In September 2024, the UK government announced an extension for the recognition of CE marking on construction products in Great Britain. The sudden change was described as part of a wider strategy to enhance building and fire safety, though, in effectively reversing the previous decision to phase out CE marking, how can the industry ensure it’s moving forward and not simply turning back? Active and passive fire systems Building regulations are paramount in maintaining safety throughout...

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...

Honeywell has been selected by Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to complete a comprehensive fire alarm system upgrade at its Terminal 4, which houses more than 80 airline gates spanning eight concourses. This critical safety enhancement involves upgrading the existing Honeywell fire alarm system originally installed in 2003 with modern automated devices and modules meeting the latest UL safety standards. The project includes system modifications to help optimize emergency respons...

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...

A Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crew has teamed up with NSW Health to conduct an emergency exercise in the Southern Tablelands. The Southern NSW Local Health District (SNSWLHD) recently invited the crew from 236 Station Braidwood to simulate a hazardous materials (HAZMAT) emergency outside the Braidwood Multipurpose Service (MPS). The mock scenario involved an individual intent on carrying a bag of ‘toxic’ chemicals inside the health facility to disrupt operations. On-call Braidwood...

More than 400 current and former service personnel who work for Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) now have access to an enhanced support network as RSL NSW re-establishes a standalone sub-branch for the state’s firefighters. The NSW Fire Brigades sub-branch was first formed in the 1920s – off the back of the First World War, when its main purpose was to facilitate repatriation and medical support. It continued its important work until the 1980s when it was abolished due to a lack of memb...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) is investigating the cause of a fire which destroyed an e-bike factory at Croydon, in Sydney’s inner west. More than 60 firefighters and 15 fire trucks were deployed to Elizabeth Street, where the blaze broke out in the small building behind a row of shops, just before 5am. FRNSW crews battled for more than two hours to contain the fire, having to attack it from outside the building due to concerns parts of the structure may collapse. Aerial fire trucks Fire...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) advises that a funeral will be held for Firefighter, Michael Kidd, following his death in a house fire last week at Grose Vale, in Sydney’s north-west. The 51-year-old On-call FRNSW firefighter and veteran Rural Fire Service volunteer is survived by his wife and two adult children, who have accepted an offer of a FRNSW funeral with full honors. Provisions have been made for the funeral, and outlets are requested not to approach family members for comment...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have teamed up with community elders for a successful series of home fire safety visits in the township of Walgett in the state’s north-west. Building on engagement experiences, gleaned from deployments to isolated areas hit by natural disasters, the firefighters linked up with the elders and went door to door last week, providing home fire safety advice, testing smoke alarms, and checking access to fire hydrants. Among the first responders were highly r...

The National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) has welcomed the Fire Minister’s address to the NFCC Spring Conference this week, in which he set out the Government’s priorities for fire and rescue services and committed to reform being driven forward in collaboration with the sector. National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) Chair, Phil Garrigan, said, “We are really pushing decision makers to recognize the huge value and contribution of our fire and rescue services, so we welcome the Mini...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) is urging residents to be extra vigilant about the risk of fires in their homes following a spate of fires in Sydney’s south-west. FRNSW crews have responded to at least 10 fires in houses, units, garages and garden sheds in the south-western suburbs in the past few weeks. Some were caused by electrical faults whilst others were started by cooking left unattended on kitchen stoves. Spike in residential fires The spike in residential fires has prompted FRNSW...

Darley, a globally renowned provider of defense, fire, and emergency services equipment, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jim Johnson to its Fire Advisory Board. Jim Johnson brings a wealth of industry experience and expertise in serving the fire industry. Jim Johnson served as President of Pierce Manufacturing from 2010 to 2023. He also served as an Executive Vice President of Oshkosh Corporation and President of Oshkosh's Fire & Emergency business segment with responsib...

When a fire or emergency situation sparks up, every second counts. Voice alarm systems are a key part of the evacuation plan for many businesses, helping get people to safety as quickly as possible. But what exactly are voice alarm systems and emergency voice communication systems, and are they one of the businesses that needs them? They’re here to answer those questions, as well as giving them all the information on how they at Midland Fire can help get the business s...

QuickFitting highlighted its comprehensive flame-free fitting portfolio, addressing industry data from construction research firm FMI showing construction rework now consumes 12-15% of total North American spend, approximately $31 billion annually. The company's expanded offerings come as municipalities nationwide escalate permit fees and building owners impose stricter open-flame restrictions on construction sites. SurePress press fittings "A single 2-hour callback now costs contractors appr...

Oshkosh Airport Products, an Oshkosh Corporation business, announced the delivery of three new Striker® 8x8 Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) vehicles to serve Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport (MSP). The addition of these state-of-the-art vehicles strengthens MSP’s emergency response capabilities as it supports more than 37 million passengers and over 340,000 aircraft operations each year.  This delivery continues a long-standing partnership between the Met...

Fire detection and life safety specialist, Hispec, has partnered with Vericon Systems, a pioneering manufacturer of remote technologies for essential building services, to enable social housing providers to proactively monitor and manage fire safety across their entire property portfolio. The strategic new partnership enables the integration of Hispec’s pioneering portfolio of fire and carbon monoxide (CO) detection solutions with Vericon’s intelligent monitoring platform, providing...

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation business, is proud to announce Canadian Pierce dealer, Commercial Emergency Equipment Co., has secured an apparatus contract and initial order with the Calgary Fire Department (CFD). The 5-year contract with an additional 4-year option covers all engines and rescues in an unlimited, as-needed capacity and builds on previous contracts for aerials and water tenders, as Pierce remains the primary supplier of all heavy front-line apparatus for CFD o...

With building safety facing more scrutiny than ever before, renowned multi-disciplinary contractor - Miller Knight has secured a place on Fusion21’s £800 million Building Safety and Compliance Framework.   Appointed to Lot 8, Passive Fire Protection, Miller Knight joins a national roster of suppliers selected to deliver high-quality, safety-critical works – from fire stopping and compartmentation to full-scale passive protection projects – all underpinned by ac...

Ballyclare, a major designer and manufacturer of firefighter personal protective equipment (PPE), announces a raft of strategic appointments as it focuses on further expansion in the UK market. The family-owned company, based in Cheshire, has long been a reliable supplier of high-quality PPE to UK Fire and Rescue Services (FRS), securing major contracts with significant end users including the North West Region, All Wales and All Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Services.  New appointments The...

Fire safety and compliance may seem like a complicated beast. That’s why they’ve put together this guide of everything they need to know to keep the business safe, secure and compliant. As they know, a fire alarm system is a crucial piece of workplace safety equipment, designed to protect the staff and property, and helping prevent serious emergency situations in the first place. But is the fire alarm system doing its job properly and does it meet all the legal requirements? Re...

SOCOTEC Netherlands provides technical advisory, testing, and inspection services, and risk analysis to the Building and Infrastructure sectors. With more than 400 experts and engineers, the company covers the whole country, operating in all regions. As of July 1, 2025, the activities of Bureau voor Bouwpathologie have become part of SOCOTEC Risk Management & Claims, formerly Hanselman Group B.V. Resolutions and advisory services The company has nine employees, an annual turnover of mor...