Laos Fire Industry News

In an increasingly interconnected world, security is a paramount concern. Whether it is a homeowner safeguarding their property or a business owner protecting their assets, Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) systems have become an integral part of the security infrastructure. But the key question to ask, “Do I need CCTV maintenance?” The short answer is an emphatic “Yes!” In this comprehensive guide, Cobra Fire and Security delves into the world of CCTV maintenance, explai...

Striking artwork showing Charles Rennie Mackintosh wearing firefighter gear has been donated to the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service. Drew Carr, a Glasgow-based architect, has created a series of six paintings inspired by renowned street artist - Banksy, firefighters and the iconic architect - Charles Rennie Mackintosh. Assistant Chief Officer, David Lockhart thanked Drew for his donation at a presentation on Friday, 29 September, 2023, at Cowcaddens Fire Station. incredible efforts of firefig...

In the world of construction, safety remains a key concern, and while the industry has made progress, there's still work to be done. At Twiceme, they are dedicated to making a difference, and they are proud to be at the forefront of this safety revolution with the comprehensive safety tool - the Help the Helpers (HTH) Platform. Developed in close collaboration with partner brands, representing some of the most progressive players in the PPE market, the HTH Platform will redefine safety pra...

The fire service is known for its brave and selfless firefighters who risk their lives to protect communities from the ravages of fire and other emergencies. However, there's a hidden danger that poses a significant threat to the health and well-being of these heroes – breast cancer. Breast cancer in the fire service is a pressing issue that deserves attention. Although the gender shift has been significant, breast cancer can show up in men as well. Explore the challenges faced by firefig...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) is urging NSW residents to check their smoke alarms following the death of a man after a fire broke out in his granny flat at Lurnea, in Sydney's south-west, last night. FRNSW crews were called around 10:30 pm to Wonga Road, near West Street, after neighbors initially reported a gas leak. It was later established that a small blaze had occurred at the property. The occupant, a man in his sixties, was found unconscious inside the premises and could not be revived. Ex...

This month sees new fire safety legislation that gives new additional duties for responsible persons in businesses and building owners. From October 1, amendments to the Fire Safety Order, the primary fire safety legislation in England and Wales, take effect. These amendments are set out in section 156 of the Building Safety Act and include some key changes for those with a business and owners of buildings. Legislation responsibilities The main changes introduced by the legislation are: Wr...

ADT Commercial, a security integrator and premier provider of commercial security, fire, and life safety in the U.S., announced that it will move forward as a standalone organization and rebrand as Everon, with the acquisition completion of ADT Inc.’s commercial security and fire segment to GTCR, a private equity firm. Standalone company  “Introducing Everon to the industry as a standalone company is a huge milestone in our commercial organization’s journey,” said...

REV Fire Group, comprised of REV Group, Inc. manufacturers of fire apparatus E-ONE®, KME®, Ferrara™, Spartan Fire Chassis™, Spartan Emergency Response®, Smeal™, and Ladder Tower™, announces it will host the 27th Annual Fire Truck Training Conference (FTTC) October 1-6, 2023 at The Lansing Center in Lansing, Michigan. As the largest and most in-depth combined training symposium and testing event in the nation, FTTC has expanded this year and will incorporate a...

Advanced, a renowned pioneer in the fire safety industry, is pleased to announce the appointment of Salvy Vittozzi as the Regional Sales Manager for the South East. With over two decades of experience in the fire and security industry, Salvy brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his new role. Salvy’s journey in the industry began as a Fire Alarm Designer, where he honed his skills in designing fire safety systems. His unique background as a Designer has allowed him to adapt and th...

Recently, UL listed the high velocity spray nozzles (Model: HV-B and HV-S) from NewAge Fire Fighting Co Ltd. NewAge high-velocity water spray nozzles are used for the extinction of fires in flammable medium and heavy oils or similar flammable liquids having a flash point above 65 °C (e.g., transformer fires, lube oil tanks, etc.) Key Features NewAge spray nozzle provides a full (solid) cone pattern in a narrow-angle with uniform droplet. Spray nozzles are designed...

NewAge In-Line Balanced Pressure Proportioners (ILBPs) are used with positive displacement foam concentrate pumps and atmospheric foam concentrate storage tanks to form an in-line balance pressure proportioning system. The NewAge ILBP proportioning module automatically and accurately proportions foam concentrate over the proportioner flow range, regardless of pressure, without manual adjustments. The ILBP is s completely self-contained device containing all necessary components including the ra...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have extinguished a fire that damaged a grain silo at Condobolin, in the state's Central West, overnight. The blaze broke out around 8 pm in a loader vehicle, inside the concrete structure, at a major grain storage facility on Silo Road. NSW Rural Fire Service FRNSW quickly deployed eight firefighters and two fire trucks to the scene, including specialists in hazardous materials response. The NSW Rural Fire Service provided additional crews in support. They...

WAGNER Rail GmbH, a subsidiary of the fire protection solution provider WAGNER with a focus on fire protection solutions for rail transport, is expanding its management team on October 1, 2023. Together with Dr. Markus Müller and Dr. Peter Stahl, the graduate industrial engineer Bernhard Weindl will drive the expansion and further development of WAGNER Rail GmbH as an additional managing director. Bernhard Weindl The industry specialist comes from Knorr-Bremse, where he worked as a...

Boosting productivity in the construction sector could generate £45 billion of additional added value each year for the UK; equivalent to 2% of UK GDP; and enough to build more than 220,000 houses a year or pay for two-thirds of the UK’s ten-year infrastructure pipeline, including covering the cost of both HS2 and the new nuclear program. UK industry potential  The Construction Leadership Council has published a new report exploring the potential for the UK industry to...

Introducing Nullifire guardians of fire safety and the most valued experts of Fire Stopping - Nullifire's Fire Stopping Technical Team. Users might know their names but Nullifire will make sure they will enjoy reading about their backgrounds, responsibilities, and the crucial services they provide to users. The Team Lineup In the technical team, Nullifire has five outstanding individuals, each playing a vital role in ensuring the safety and integrity of structures and great customer support:...

Blackline Safety Corp., a global pioneer in connected safety technology, announced that it has secured a new deal valued at $3.5 million with a North American infrastructure company with operations in natural gas, oil, and power industries. cloud-connected wearables The company selected Blackline Safety to provide more than 850 G7x cloud-connected wearable safety devices for their workforce, who often work in remote or confined spaces in hazardous locations. The company also purchased over 850...

In an ongoing effort to enhance wildfire emergency preparedness and safety in the community, Emergency Preparedness in Calabasas, a Fire Safe Council (EPIC-FSC) is urging all residents to stay informed and connected through essential emergency notification services. With the upcoming wildfire season, being well-prepared and informed is crucial to protect loved ones and property. Getting prepared "In the face of uncertainty, preparedness is our greatest asset,” explains Brian Cameron, Pr...

An intumescent material is one that undergoes a chemical change when exposed to heat or flames, expanding dramatically, some to many times its original volume. This physical process is one of the main principles for passive fire protection products – including intumescent strips, which seal the gaps around the perimeter of a fire door. The objective is to contain fire and toxic gases by inhibiting flame penetration, heat transfer and transport of toxic gases from the site of a fire to ot...

Firefighters remain at the scene of a major fire that broke out at the Station Hotel in Ayr on Monday evening. The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) was called to a fire at the Station Hotel at 5.37 pm on Monday, 25 September, 2023. At its height, SFRS mobilized fifteen appliances to the scene, where crews were met with a well-developed fire in a large derelict building. One fire appliance remains at the scene on Wednesday, 27 September, 2023. Trained Operations Control staff Area Comma...

Recently UL Listed Medium Velocity Spray Nozzles (Model: MV-B and MV-S). NewAge medium velocity water spray nozzles are used in fixed water spray systems for cooling of storage tanks and vessels, exposure protection of structures, control burning and extinguishment of Class-A fires designed to spray water at a medium velocity (i.e., the strength of the spray is weaker than HVWS systems). When a fire occurs in another area of the plant, medium velocity sprayers are an effective method of pro...

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With new fire safety regulations around the corner and a renewed focus on responsible persons and coordination, Karen Trigg of Allegion UK discusses the significance of fire door hardware and why regular inspections and maintenance periods must remain high on the agenda. Fire doors and their hardware are often the first line of defense in the event of a fire. Working in tandem, they coexist as a core element of a building’s passive fire protection system, providing valuable protection and...

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) strives to provide volunteer firefighters, EMS providers, and rescue workers with the resources they need when they need it. Recognizing the gap in behavioral health support services for many volunteers, the NVFC partnered with Provident to launch the First Responder Helpline in October 2022. NVFC Responder Helpline Similar to an employee assistance program, the NVFC First Responder Helpline is there in times of crisis as well as to provide suppo...

Global safety equipment manufacturer MSA Safety, Inc. announced that the Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire (PBF) has selected MSA Safety’s respiratory protective equipment as part of a $3.1 million contract award. The decision was made after an evaluation conducted by the Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire and the Pittsburgh Fire Fighters Local No. 1. G1 SCBA The Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire will be upgrading its self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) from the MSA FireHawk to the MSA G1® SCBA. Fact...

In 1925, the founder, William S. Darley, met with Henry Ford in a historic meeting where they struck a deal that allowed the company to build a fire truck on a Ford Model T chassis. The first of hundreds began rolling off the production line in Chicago in 1926. This fire truck disrupted the market by offering a vehicle at a price less than 50% of the price of custom-built firetrucks like American LaFrance, Ahrens Fox, Mack, REO Speed Wagon, etc., and is on display at our corporate headquarters...

An industrial setting requires fire trucks to flow a high volume of pressured water and foam at an extremely high rate of speed to elevated storage tanks and large processing facilities. When the Exxon and Dow Chemical fire departments needed four new industrial pumper fire trucks, they trusted Pierce Manufacturing to deliver fully-equipped, highly capable apparatus with unique added features. Husky™450 Industrial foam system The 5500 gpm pump can discharge in excess of 10,000 gallons p...

In 1925, Darley's Founder, William S. Darley, met with Henry Ford in a historic meeting where they struck a deal that allowed the company to build a fire truck on a Ford Model T chassis. The first of hundreds began rolling off the production line in Chicago in 1926.  This fire truck disrupted the market by offering a vehicle at a price less than 50% of the price of custom-built firetrucks like American LaFrance, Ahrens Fox, Mack, REO Speed Wagon, etc., and is on display at the corporate he...

An industrial setting requires fire trucks to flow a high volume of pressured water and foam at an extremely high rate of speed to elevated storage tanks and large processing facilities. When the Exxon and Dow Chemical fire departments needed four new industrial pumper fire trucks, they trusted Pierce Manufacturing to deliver fully-equipped, highly capable apparatus with unique added features. Husky™450 Industrial foam system Husky™450 Industrial foam system is driven with hydraul...

Headquartered in beautiful Branson, MO, the Western Taney Fire District covers over 200 sq. miles from 12 stations, with a fleet of over 30 vehicles. Fire Chief - Chris Berndt has served since 1994, and every truck he’s ordered over the past 30 years has had a Darley pump, including 13 PSP and 5 PSD pumps. Fire Chief - Chris Berndt said, "These pumps are extremely quiet, easy to operate and allow us to pump and roll."

Victoria Mayor - Marianne Alto has released a statement in support of City of Nanaimo climate action. The statement reads, “The City of Nanaimo has recently come under fire from interests opposed to progressive climate action policies. I’m distressed that cities making responsible decisions in favor of their residents are being harassed for such thoughtful decisions. British Columbians know that our province is on the front lines of climate change. As municipalities in B.C. grapple...