United Kingdom (UK) Fire Industry News

Failure to pay the fine within 14 days will result in 18 months’ imprisonment On the 8th August, 2015, North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service carried out a fire safety inspection of The Kam Thai (Whitby) Ltd Restaurant, 63-65 Church Street, Whitby. During the inspection, Fire Safety Officers found a number of serious fire safety deficiencies regarding the accommodation provided for employees. This included a failure to carry out a written fire risk assessment, a failur...

The engine was being donated to a fire brigade in San Juan by the International Fire and Rescue Association (IFRA) Workwear and specialist protective clothing manufacturer Ballyclare Limited played host to a special ceremony recently, when a fire engine bound for Argentina was named in the company’s honour. The engine was being donated to a fire brigade in San Juan by the International Fire and Rescue Association (IFRA) - a charity to which Ballyclare has made numerous d...

Gent has refined the design of its previous device by incorporating an anti-tamper lip, which ensures that contraband cannot be stored within it Gent by Honeywell, the manufacturer of innovative life safety solutions, announces the introduction of its new and improved S-Quad Anti-Ligature Base (ALD302) which is designed to provide additional safety within buildings that accommodate individuals who are considered to be at risk. The redesign is a direct result of customer feedba...

The contract for the new fire system at the National Theatre was awarded to the team at Tri-Management Intelligent fire panels from Advanced have been chosen to protect the world-famous National Theatre in London after an £89m redevelopment. Located on London’s Southbank, the National Theatre has played host to some of the most important productions in British theatre, by some of the world’s most famous actors and directors. National Theatre Opened in 1976...

The new range is the latest addition to the range of CoreProtocol enabled devices following the launch of the new Apollo SOTERIA detectors Fire detection provider, Apollo Fire Detectors announces the launch of a new range of Intelligent Interfaces designed to complement its full range of fire detection devices. The new range, which meets EN 54-17 and EN 54-18 standards, is the latest addition to the range of CoreProtocol enabled devices following the launch of the new Apollo...

One of the key benefits of the Xenon range is the ‘free movement’ cut of the garments The new Xenon range from Ballyclare Limited offers a comprehensive collection of multi-layered and multi-purpose firefighter clothing which has been created as a result of the company’s flexible and dedicated approach to supporting this important market sector. “We know from listening to our customers their needs continue to evolve, and that manufacturers such as ours...

The award recognises Advanced’s role in driving higher standards in the fire industry and its ongoing role in relevant fire standards committees Global fire systems manufacturer Advanced announces that it has received an award from BSI, the business standards company, for 10 years of standards excellence in fire systems. The award recognises Advanced’s role in driving higher standards in the fire industry and its ongoing role in relevant fire standards committees....

Kidde announced the winner of the “Step Up and Stand Out” contest at the Firehouse Expo in Nashville, Tennessee. The honor goes to Bob Love, Assistant Chief of North Hays County Fire Rescue in Dripping Springs, Texas. The contest is part of a national campaign developed by Kidde and national fire service organizations to raise awareness of the need for fire department volunteers and recognize those who have already stepped up to support their communities. Kidde, a renowned manufactu...

Advanced’s Axis EN fire systems support two new technologies, the TouchControl and AlarmCalm Intelligent fire and suppression systems from global leader Advanced, have been chosen to protect the flagship branch of DSK, one of Bulgaria’s leading banks. DSK was founded in 1951 and privatised in 2003. It has grown to be one of the largest banking groups in the country, winning several awards for its services and reliability. Following a recent refurbishment and upg...

The new TRVs will respond to small incidents on their own and with standard fire engines to larger incidents At its meeting in December 2015, the Fire Authority approved a number of changes as part of the Fire Cover Review which was undertaken in 2014 and 2015. This included the introduction of Tactical Response Vehicles (TRVs) at Harrogate, Malton, Northallerton, Ripon, Scarborough and Tadcaster fire stations. At Harrogate and Scarborough the TRV will replace one of the...

SIDERISE cavity barriers ensure that the system will drain any moisture whilst maintaining airflow SIDERISE has just launched its new installation guidance video for its ‘Open State’ horizontal and vertical cavity fire barriers. SIDERISE RH ‘Open State’ horizontal cavity barriers have been specifically designed to meet the requirements for cavity fire barriers used in drained and ventilated facades. These barriers ensure that the system will drain...

The Local Intervention Fire Education course took place at Kirkbymoorside fire station Local young people successfully completed a North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service LIFE (Local Intervention Fire Education) course this week, which gave them the chance to learn firefighting, first aid, and social skills. The course, which took place at Kirkbymoorside fire station, aimed to address the consequences of anti-social behaviour, raise self-esteem, and improve communication sk...

QuickZone offers a choice of three control panels, allowing installers to specify the system that best matches their performance  Global fire systems provider Advanced has extended the range of its QuickZone range of conventional and twin-wire fire panels by adding a 16-32 zone option. This complements the existing 2-4 and 4-12 zone options and significantly enhances the versatility of the panel range. QuickZone features QuickZone offers a choice of three control pa...

Cygnus wireless fire alarm systems can be linked to up to 480 alarm devices across a construction site Bull Products, a provider of fire and safety equipment, has just launched a brand new website devoted to its innovative Cygnus wireless fire alarm system. Developed in conjunction with major construction companies, the Cygnus system is designed specifically for use on construction sites where the environment demands far higher radio performance than standard systems. The Cyg...

Fiona originally joined the Halma Graduate Development Programme & has worked on market research & product development projects Fire detection company FFE has appointed Fiona Chan as its new Head of Marketing. Prior to joining FFE she was a Product Manager at fellow Halma company Keeler Limited, a leading manufacturer of medical diagnostic equipment. Fiona originally joined the Halma Graduate Development Programme in 2013 and achieved significant success in placements...

VPS & Evander have introduced the sanitisation service for UPVC frames and associated glazing for insurance customers nationwide A new process for handling storm and fire affected UPVC windows and doors has undergone a successful pilot and the results have demonstrated a significant 50% or greater cut in the costs of insurance repairs. Floods and fires can cause significant damage, and properties frequently require window & door replacement services where the fittings...

MxPro 5 panels can be used in single loop, single panel format or easily configured into high speed, 200-panel networks covering huge areas Even the smallest buildings can be of critical importance to their users, especially in relatively isolated communities. The performance and reliability of Advanced’s MxPro fire alarm panels has seen them installed in another remote coastal location, the Atlantic Islands Centre on Luing, off the west coast of Scotland. Situated sout...

Ayhan has attended numerous international organisations as a lecturer or speaker The International Association of Critical Infrastructure Protection Professionals (IACIPP) announces the appointment of Ayhan Gücüyener as the new Regional Director for the Caspian and Central/East Asia. Ayhan was formerly a researcher for the Centre on Foreign Policy and Security in Hazar Strategy Institute (HASEN); Coordinator CIPALERT (Critical Infrastructure Protection Alert) Platfo...

Door-Stop has created the pack to provide accurate and clear information that is specified by the Housing Act 2004 UK’s composite door supplier, Door-Stop, has released a fire door information pack following the launch of its third party certified fire doors. The pack includes a series of brochures to educate installers, housing associations and local authorities on the importance of providing legal, correctly certified and suitably installed fire doors to prevent any...

FiRST is an intelligent monitoring system developed to improve the safety and operational effectiveness of firefighters in action An electronic personal protection system designed to detect and predict the rapid rise in temperature that precedes a “flashover” incident is being launched by IntelliMon, a new division of STS Defence, at the Emergency Services Show being held in Birmingham on 21 and 22 September 2016. Faster flashover prediction FiRST (Fire-fighter...

Bristol’s innovative LayerFlex range provides a layered approach to PPE for fire-fighters Bristol Uniforms is a designer, manufacturer and supplier of protective clothing, meeting the diverse needs of emergency services personnel in the UK and around the world. Working with leading international fibre and fabric manufacturers including WL Gore, PBI Performance Products and DuPont, Bristol’s in-house design teams continue to develop innovative and progressive garme...

Assa Abloy fire doors have been tested to deter heat from transferring from one side of the door to the other ASSA ABLOY Security Doors, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the provider of door opening solutions, now offers enhanced fire door solutions that provide both integrity and insulation. In most applications, fire doors are required to prevent the transfer of flames from the exposed side of a door to the unexposed side in order satisfy UK Building & Fire Regulations. In...

From 20 to 23 September 2016, WAGNER Rail will be presenting its latest fire protection systems at InnoTrans, the pioneering international trade fair for transport technology. Water mist compact system The new water mist compact system is an innovation for compensating for operational failures. It offers an optimal solution for one of the most common causes of fire alarms in the passenger area: improper smoking in the toilet rooms. This occurrence triggers the fire extinguishing system, which...

WAGNER Rail will be presenting its latest fire protection systems at InnoTrans, the pioneering international trade fair for transport technology. The railway business is becoming increasingly complex and international. Competitive pressure and increased traffic volumes require absolutely reliable railway operations. fire alarm system No operator can afford to have failures or disruptions due to false alarms from the fire alarm system No operator can afford to have failures or disruptions due...

Workplace mobility is on the rise, which means organizations have an increasing number of employees who travel or work from home. In fact, there were 96.2 million mobile workers in 2015 and IDC predicts that mobile workers will account for nearly three quarters (72.3 percent) of the total U.S. workforce by 2020. While the growth of mobile workers is a boon to productivity both inside and outside the workplace, it also creates unique communication challenges – especially in em...

On stand E71 Ballyclare will be showcasing their brand new Xenon range A new range of fire garments to launch, an outstanding range of emergency services work wear and a significantly increased stand size all promise to make Ballyclare Limited one of the highest profile exhibitors at this year’s Emergency Service Show in September. “The show is the premier event for the emergency services industry, and our increased presence this year reflects our firm commitment t...

TITANUS ® FUSION is a new aspirating smoke detector from WAGNER Group GmbH that combines innovative engineering with decades of experience: Thanks to its great planning flexibility, the all-rounder can monitor a wide range of application areas up to 3,200 m² and detect the smallest amounts of smoke particles as early as possible. This offers a decisive time advantage in the event of a fire. TITANUS® FUSION WAGNER is expanding its portfolio of the TITANUS ® famil...

Security & Counter Terror Expo 2016 discussed ISIS and future terrorist threats Following an increase in terrorist activity across the globe, a record number of security industry professionals gathered in London for Security & Counter Terror Expo (SCTX) 2016, to discuss how to tackle extremism and prevent future attacks. 9,517 security professionals from 109 countries travelled to London in April for the latest instalment of SCTX, which incorporated leading forensics...

Evolution was one of the early adopters of digital CCTV technology Evolution, the nationwide fire and security company, celebrated its 20th year in business with a party for staff on board a New Orleans Paddle Steamer during the Henley Music Festival in July. Early digital CCTV adopter The company, which took on its first employee in October 1996, was one of the early adopters of digital CCTV technology and its first major project was upgrading the CCTV control room at Cana...

The new Intelligent Beam Detector is compatible with CoreProtocol, the new Apollo digital communication protocol Apollo Fire Detectors is pleased to announce the introduction of its new Intelligent Auto-Aligning Beam Detector, designed for detecting smoke in large open areas such as warehouses, churches and sports centres. Compatible with CoreProtocol The new Intelligent Beam Detector is compatible with CoreProtocol®, the new Apollo digital communication protocol. A...