United States of America (USA) Fire Industry News

A woman has suffered severe burns in a house fire in Kingswood Park near Penrith this afternoon. Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) received numerous Triple Zero (000) calls to the blaze in Lethbridge Street just after 2.00 pm. More than 30 firefighters and eight fire trucks responded to the incident and upon arrival, crews found the two-storey home well alight. Firefighters quickly got to work and contained and extinguished the fire on the ground floor in approximately 15 minutes. Firefigh...

When building a house or purchasing a new one, people generally don’t think about installing of a fire sprinkler system. But it is one of the first things that should be prioritized by every building owner. Homes are built to withstand a lot of wear and tear, hence, equipped with air conditioning when it gets hot outside and protected for the rainy & cold weather. Similarly, every home should be installed with a fire sprinkler system to prevent any type of fire hazard. Importance of...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) has completed the first two-day workshop as part of its 2024 relaunch of the Indigenous Fire and Rescue Employment Strategy (IFARES). Tracks to IFARES is an intensive assessment phase for potential participants of the IFARES program. Last week, 41 candidates, selected from more than 150 initial applicants, were put through their paces, with 25 participants progressing to the next stage of the program. Firefighters in partnership with TAFE NSW The sessions included...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have extinguished a large building fire in Terrigal on the Central Coast. More than 40 firefighters and 10 fire trucks responded to the incident on Kurrawyba Avenue just after 4.30 am. On arrival, crews found the two-storey building well alight and an adjacent property under threat. Extinguishing the fire Firefighters quickly got to work, attacking the blaze on all sides before containing and extinguishing the fire in approximately one hour. Crews spent a fu...

VIKING Norsafe totally enclosed and partially enclosed lifeboats keep crew and passengers safe and protected. Their enclosed lifeboats are used on commercial vessels worldwide, and they are designed and manufactured exclusively at VIKING’s production facilities to guarantee product quality. VIKING Norsafe lifeboats VIKING Norsafe lifeboats offer outstanding safety and performance in demanding conditions. Even if damaged or fully flooded, the lifeboats are self-righting and virtually uns...

Oshkosh Airport Products, an Oshkosh Corporation business, announced the delivery of a fleet of four Striker® Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) vehicles to the Dirección General de Aeronáutica Civil (DGAC) of Costa Rica. DGAC received three Striker 6x6 ARFF vehicles and one Striker 4x4 ARFF vehicle. These vehicles will strengthen emergency operations at Juan Santamaría Airport, the country's busiest international gateway, which serves more than 1.7 million to...

When it comes to preventing the spread of any fire, a fire extinguisher is the first line of defense, either at home or in the workplace. The use of fire extinguishers is easy, but at the same time, it’s crucial to learn the proper, effective, and safe way to extinguish a fire. There are still some common mistakes that people make when using fire extinguishers and those mistakes should be avoided in the event of an emergency. Not Pulling the Extinguisher Pin Removing the safety pin from...

CED Fire Protection was engaged to carry out the dry fire protection to this 4-level 6,200 sqm self-storage facility, which ran for 11 months; the total build cost was a 7.3 million dollar building located in Williamstown. As part of the work, they installed a Pertronic’s FIP fire indicator panel with BOWS building occupancy system, smoke and heat detection was installed, as well as integrating control to sprinklers, security, and mechanical services.

CED Fire Protection was engaged to carry out the dry fire protection to a state-of-the-art education facility for the Southern Cross Grammar Centauri Building for the senior students, including a large creative art hall built cost a 12.3 million dollar building located in Caroline Springs, designed by Watson’s Young Architects. As part of the work, they installed a Pertronic’s sub fire indicator panel FIP with BOWS building occupancy system, smoke and heat detection was installed, a...

As the demand for counseling continues to increase as more of New York’s Bravest seek mental health support, New York City-based nonprofit Friends of Firefighters (FOF), founded in the wake of 9/11 is an independent provider of free and confidential mental health counseling and wellness services for active and retired FDNY firefighters and their families, announced today four new members are joining its Board of Directors. New board members Those new board members include Leigh Marie Dan...

One and a half years before INTERSCHUTZ 2026, many well-known companies have already confirmed their participation in the world's renowned trade fair for firefighting, rescue, and civil protection in Hanover. International market majors, such as Rosenbauer, Dräger, and Desautel are among the confirmed exhibitors. In total, nearly 450 exhibitors have registered, covering approximately 38,000 square meters of exhibition space. This accounts for more than a third of the total planned space. E...

Teledyne Gas and Flame Detection (Teledyne GFD) has a new Vice President of Sales & Marketing for the Americas, as the company looks to drive growth and strengthen its market presence across the continent. Gerald V. Sims brings a wealth of experience in gas utilities and a strong track record in sales leadership, both of which will help Teledyne Gas and Flame Detection to continue increasing its market share in this important geographic market. Gas detection with solutions Teledyne Gas an...

Oshkosh Airport Products, an Oshkosh Corporation business, announced the delivery of two Oshkosh Airport Products Striker® 6x6 Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) vehicles to the Directorate General of Civil Aeronautics (DGAC) of Chile. The new vehicles will enhance emergency response capabilities at the Chacalluta de Arica Airport and Araucanía de Temuco Airport, maintaining the customer’s full Oshkosh ARFF fleet at both locations. reliability, trust, and security &...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) firefighters hit the streets of Hazelbrook on Saturday, conducting home fire safety visits and educating locals about fire risks in their homes this festive season. Firefighters from Lawson, Wentworth Falls and Katoomba carried out dozens of safety visits, providing personalised fire safety advice and installing smoke alarms, free of charge, as required. Real fire safety risks Overloading and failing to check power boards and power points also pose real fire safety...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have extinguished a large fire at a pallet yard at Minto in Sydney’s south-west. More than 50 firefighters and 12 fire trucks responded to multiple Triple Zero (000) calls to a fire at a pallet factory on Huntsmore Road just after 12.30 this morning. On arrival, crews found the yard, measuring approximately 20 by 50 meters, containing stacked pallets, engulfed by fire, and identified two adjacent factories under threat. NSW Police for further invest...

VIKING Norsafe rescue boats are used every day by thousands of maritime operators in the commercial shipping, cruise and ferry, defense and professional sector. The design and construction of these boats showcase all of VIKING Norsafe’s ability and experience. The company’s rescue boats and fast rescue boats provide excellent maneuverability with low maintenance standby and operation providing the means for effective search and recovery for people at sea. VIKING Norsafe rescue boat...

KSS Fire Suppression specializes in providing the Irish Hotel Market with Cost Effective Preventative Maintenance Programmes in line with the applicable Irish / European Standards. KSS will assess the site, systems & users' schedule & in conjunction with their onsite team they will develop a Preventative Maintenance Plan that works with users' operational requirements. Users operational requirements They offer Nationwide Service Contracts on the following systems: Ansul R102 Kitch...

KSS Fire Suppression announces FM200 Service Exchange is now available from Dublin, Ireland.  In response to the many end-users who are not ready to move away from FM200, KSS Fire Suppression is offering an FM200 Service Exchange Program from the facility in Dublin. Circular Recovery KSS Fire Suppression will provide tested cylinders and FM200 to match existing systems and therefore greatly reduce system downtime. The process is “Circular Recovery” and reduc...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have extinguished a house fire at Cessnock near Newcastle, leaving the single-level home destroyed.  More than 16 firefighters and four fire trucks responded to a number of Triple Zero (000) calls to the home on Jeffries Street just after 7.00 am. FRNSW crews FRNSW crews found the house fully engulfed in fire, with flames visible through the roof On arrival, FRNSW crews found the house fully engulfed in fire, with flames visible through the roof. Firefi...

Firetrace is a cost-effective automatic fire detection and extinguishing system designed to provide 24/7 fire protection to electrical, server, and telecommunications equipment, as well as critical plant & equipment.   This system will contain a fire in any enclosed space, where equipment is working unsupervised 24/7. KSS can supply & install Control Panels, Electrical Distribution Panels, Electrical Generators, and Vehicle Engine Compartments.  Firetrace fire suppre...

Rosenbauer America and the Dallas Fire Rescue Department have entered into an innovative partnership aimed at the joint further development of the PANTHER 6x6 electric through to series production. The pre-series vehicle will be delivered in mid-2025 and will operate at Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL), making it the first airport to receive a PANTHER 6x6 electric.  6-month test phase The Dallas Fire-Rescue Department plays an important role as a cooperation partner. During the approximat...

Hochiki Europe, a globally renowned provider of innovative life safety solutions, is excited to announce its partnership with NBS, a construction specification platform. This collaboration aims to streamline the specification process for specifiers, making it easier than ever to incorporate Hochiki’s market-renowned products into building projects. Range of life safety products By joining NBS Source, Hochiki Europe will have 50 products listed across its comprehensive range of life safe...

Cygnus, a pioneer EN 54 certified, 100% wireless fire detection and alarm systems is pleased to announce that SmartNet has won the Security or Fire Solution of the Year category at the prestigious Security & Fire Excellence Awards 2024. Fire Solution of the Year Stephen Marsh, Head of Sales at Cygnus, comments, "We are thrilled to win the Security or Fire Solution of the Year award at this year’s Security & Fire Excellence Awards. SmartNet is a ground-breaking fire detection and...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have extinguished a house fire overnight at Voyager Point near Liverpool in south-west Sydney, leaving the two-level home completely destroyed.  Fortunately, firefighters were able to save the owner's irreplaceable Rolls-Royce from the devastating fire. Firefighters and nine fire trucks More than 30 firefighters and nine fire trucks responded to more than 30 Triple Zero The blaze broke out just after 6.00 pm on Tuesday evening in the double-storey resid...

Fire safety is a critical concern in urban areas like Kolkata, where high population density and rapid urbanization increase the risk of fire-related incidents. Implementing effective fire safety measures not only protects lives but also safeguards property and ensures compliance with legal regulations.This article delves into the comprehensive range of fire safety services available in Kolkata, their importance, and how to choose the right service provider. Types of Fire Safety Services Offere...

The National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) released its third annual Industry Trends Survey, which reveals skilled worker sentiments around the current state of labor, training, and technology on the jobsite. The survey provides a look at what the skilled trades industry can expect in each of these areas in 2025.  Major Challenges in 2025  Exactly half of skilled tradespeople identified a shortage of qualified candidates as the top challenge for workers this year. This...

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation business, is pleased to announce its authorized dealer, Safety Source Fire, has launched a new fire apparatus service division, Safety Source Mechanical, to serve customers throughout Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. Safety Source Fire, headquartered in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, will offer a range of maintenance and repair services for fire apparatus, further enhancing its support for the firefighting community across Atlantic Canada. Safety Source...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have extinguished a fire overnight at Cessnock, leaving two units destroyed. More than 22 firefighters and six fire trucks responded to numerous Triple Zero (000) calls to a unit fire in Dixon Street at approximately 10.45 pm. FRNSW specialist fire investigators On arrival, FRNSW crews observed two units well alight on the first and second storeys of the two-level residence, and immediately began attacking the flames. Crews managed to contain and extinguish t...

Fire extinguishers are really important safety tools that help to prevent small fires from turning into dangerous disasters. But not all the fires are the same and using the wrong extinguisher can be ineffective or even make the situation worse. In this guide, users can learn everything about different types of fire extinguishers and their uses. Understanding fire classifications Before discussing fire extinguishers, it is very important to understand the different types of fires. Fires are b...

Fire incidents are the last thing we want in day care centers, especially knowing that this may cause trauma to the children and consequently affect their education. Henceforth, it is a priority to train staff on Child Care fire safety training to minimize hazards and fire accidents. Owning or managing a day care center means being fully responsible for the safety of everyone occupying the building. It is not only a legal obligation but an ethical duty as well, wherein the health, safety, and w...