United States of America (USA) Fire Industry News

NICET-certified instructors will lead these courses offering attendees the opportunity to earn valuable CEUs Fire-Lite Alarms by Honeywell recently released its 2014 training program, covering a range of subject matter from fire alarm systems basics to sophisticated applications design and programming. Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be given to attendees of the more than 100 hands-on trainings planned to take place across the U.S. For those hard-pressed for time, Fir...

The compilation of all information relative to a single product on one page appears to be one of the new site’s best features Fire-Lite Alarms by Honeywell announces the launch of an all-new FireLite.com Website, created to offer quick access to fire alarm technical documentation, training resources, and tools for system design and business support. The site’s “Social-Lite” section presents visitors with an easy means for connecting with industry guru...

Altronix’s new models offer more flexibility via their multiple outputs to accommodate a broader range of system designs Altronix now offers more eFlow power supply/chargers to choose from with 4, 8 and 16 outputs. These new models add to the company’s growing line of eFlow enhanced power solutions with more features designed for security, fire and access control applications. “eFlow power solutions provide more of what the market is asking for – mor...

Silent Knight’s SK-FIRE-CO replaces multiple devices, including a CO and a smoke detector, mini horn, monitor modules Silent Knight by Honeywell recently introduced a single detector that senses both fire and carbon monoxide (CO) and greatly reduces nuisance alarms. The SK-FIRE-CO Detector minimises parts and labour, equalling big cost reductions. It is also the only non-proprietary, addressable detector of its kind to be made readily available through Security Equipment...

SK-F485C is designed to allow new and existing Silent Knight systems to increase wire runs Silent Knight by Honeywell recently released the SK-F485C Wire to Fibre Converter, designed to allow new and existing Silent Knight systems to significantly increase wire runs between fire alarm control panels and power supplies, while providing a major boost in surge protection. Being the first wire to fibre converter to be UL listed for a non-proprietary line of fire alarm systems and...

The acquisition enhances Tyco's service capabilities in the mining industry in Chile Tyco announced recently the acquisition of Westfire, Inc., a leader in special-applications fire protection services with operations in the United States, Chile and Peru. Westfire provides critical special-hazard suppression and detection applications in mining, telecommunications and other vertical markets. Their full range of fire protection services includes hazard analysis, as well as sys...

The Arrow XT pump is the department’s first purchase of Pierce apparatus Pierce Manufacturing, an Oshkosh Corporation company, received an order for nine Pierce® Arrow XT™ custom pumpers from the DeKalb County Fire and Rescue Department in Georgia. This is the department’s first purchase of Pierce apparatus. The vehicles will be delivered beginning in early 2014. “Through our regular competitive bid process, Pierce came in a little higher in terms...

Streamlight recycled over 3,000 pounds of Nickel Cadmium and Small Sealed Lead Acid batteries Streamlight, Inc., a leading provider of high-performance flashlights, announced that the company and several of its U.S. distribution partners recycled close to 3,500 pounds of rechargeable batteries during the third quarter of 2013, with a year-to-date total of nearly 6,800 pounds.  Streamlight’s corporate headquarters in Eagleville, PA, recycled over 3,000 pounds of Ni...

The video deals with the controversial topic of first responder stress and rescuers needing rescuing FoxFury Lighting Solutions is proud to sponsor the "Return To The Station" video that deals with the controversial topic of first responder stress and rescuers needing rescuing. This video, filmed by Ted Fillhart and written by Eddy Weiss, is based on the true story of a firefighter who overcomes responder stress with some help from his friends. The lifesaving work that fi...

FoxFury Lighting Solutions exhibited its LED headlamps, flashlights and portable, rechargeable area lights at the event FoxFury Lighting Solutions exhibited its LED headlamps, flashlights and portable, rechargeable area lights at the IAEM 61st Annual Conference & EMEX 2013 in Reno, NV. This international emergency management event was from October 25 to 30. Emergency managers work hard to prepare their communities for when disasters (including severe weather) strike. This...

Zico’s QM-ETD-1 is ideal for both hydraulic and battery-powered tools Ziamatic Corp. (Zico) presents the QUIC-MOUNT Double Extrication Tool Holder, Model QM-ETD-1: an adjustable upright extrication tool mounting solution for two extrication tools. The heavy-duty, aluminum QM-ETD-1 boasts independently adjustable components, including tilt angle, enabling it to safely and securely accommodate many popular makes and models of cutter, spreader, and combination tool uprigh...

NFPA Wildfire Preparedness Day will take place on Saturday May 3, 2014 The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recently announced its first national Wildfire Community Preparedness Day (Wildfire Preparedness Day) will take place on Saturday, May 3, 2014. 2014 Wildfire Preparedness DayThis year, the U.S. has seen more than 65,000 wildfires burn more than nine million acres, affect thousands of lives and create millions of dollars of damage to homes and structures, acco...

The first arriving unit reported a wood frame, single family dwelling under construction involved with fire Just after 11:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 19, 2013, the Anne Arundel County 911 Center began receiving multiple calls reporting a house under construction on fire in the 500 block of Saint Martins Lane, Severna Park. The first arriving unit reported a wood frame, single family dwelling under construction which was 100% involved with fire. The fire was brought under cont...

Tri-Ed hosts one day Technology Roadshows to familiarise customers with latest technologies Tri-Ed is pleased to continue its comprehensive Technology Roadshow training program throughout 2013. Dealers and integrators will want to mark their calendars for the Tri-Ed Roadshow coming to Anaheim, CA on Wednesday, November 13th. This free one-day event will be held at the DoubleTree by Hilton Anaheim, located at 100 the City Drive in Orange. The Roadshow kicks off at 8 a.m. with...

Ferrara leads the industry in the custom design and manufacture of emergency response vehicles Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. of Holden, Louisiana is pleased to announce the addition of FF1 Professional Safety Services of Sparta, New Jersey as their new authorized dealer for the state of New Jersey and northeastern PA. FF1 Professional Safety Services is a leading provider of premier First Responder products and services. Established in 2005 by experienced firefighters, chiefs,...

ProTac HL Headlamp features a C4 LED that is impervious to shock with a 50,000 hour lifetime Streamlight® Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting and weapon light/laser sighting devices, introduced its first high lumen lithium battery headlamp, the ProTac HL® Headlamp, delivering a blinding 540 lumens.  The first in the company’s headlamp line to feature a lightweight, machined aluminum body, it is one of the brightest headlights available...

Setcom’s newly released system uses Setcom's sophisticated patent-pending Phase Contouring technology Setcom® Corporation, a leading manufacturer of intercom systems and headsets for fire service vehicles, recently released its latest innovation for fire apparatus communications. CommandComTM. CommandCom is an advanced Setcom microphone and speaker system that is fully integrated into an H.O. Bostrom headrest. The newly released system uses Setcom’s sophistic...

Streamlight donated a portion of the proceeds from sales of its Coyote Nano Light to the Foundation Streamlight Inc., a leading manufacturer of high-performance flashlights and weapon light/laser sighting devices, recently marked its third year of involvement as a sponsor of The Travis Manion Foundation, contributing to programs that honour and assist the nation’s veterans, first responders, and families of fallen heroes.  As part of its sponsorship support, St...

The Yarnell Hill Fire is the deadliest incident for firefighters since 9/11 according to the NFPA An investigative report on the Yarnell Hill Fire that killed 19 members of the Granite Mountain Hotshots crew was released on Saturday at a morning news conference in Prescott, Arizona led by the Arizona State Forestry Division. Florida State Forester Jim Karels led the Serious Accident Investigation Team, an interagency task force of experts, commissioned by the Forestry Divisio...

Chubb Fire & Security is a provider of security, fire safety solutions, monitoring and response services Chubb Fire & Security has moved its certification for its fire extinguisher maintenance operations to the National Security Inspectorate (NSI) that also audits the installation of its electronic security systems under its NACOSS Gold Scheme. Chubb Fire & Security is a leading provider of security, fire safety solutions, and monitoring and response services for...

SideSlide Series handheld lights can be mounted on the side of firefighter helmets, select rescue helmets FoxFury Lighting Solutions is pleased to announce that its SideSlide Series (powerful CREE LED flashlights featuring an innovative helmet adaptor) has been upgraded to 200 lumens. These handheld lights can be mounted on the side of firefighter helmets, wide brim hard hats and select rescue helmets. The SideSlide is a side mounted helmet light designed specifically for use...

Altronix supplies power for surveillance and security applications in NYC public school district As one of the primary system integrators responsible for keeping New York City Public Schools’ security and surveillance systems updated and running at peak performance, Kevin Tomlinson, CFO, Champion Alarm Systems, Ltd. of Farmingdale, NY is also responsible for synchronizing the schools’ clock systems to ensure schedules stay on track and in sync with one another. But...

The Pierce booth showcases the company’s history of innovation and highlights its 100th anniversary Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation company, recently desplayed six custom fire and rescue vehicles at the 2013 International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) Fire-Rescue International (FRI) Conference and Exhibition at McCormick Place in Chicago, Ill. The Pierce booth #4431 showcased the company’s history of innovation and highlights its 100th ann...

The NFPA has issued a few fire safety tips for college students In a new NFPA report, September and October were identified as peak months for fires in college housing. According to the report "Structure Fires in Dormitories, Fraternities, Sororities, and Barracks," in 2007-2011, U.S. fire departments responded to an estimated annual average of 3,810 structure fires in dormitories, fraternities, sororities, and barracks. As college students settle into housing at school or o...

The team will use Command headlamps and Nomad flood lights for vehicle maintenance FoxFury Lighting Solutions is proud to sponsor the University of Michigan Solar Car Team (umsolar) in their effort to win the 2013 World Solar Challenge. FoxFury has provided umsolar with portable LED area lighting for night use during the 1,800 mile (3000 km) road race across the Australian Outback. "We are excited to have FoxFury on board as our exclusive lighting partner again this year!&nb...

The Striker 6 x 6 features a 680 hp engine, TAK-4 independent suspension and a 7-speed automatic transmission Oshkosh Airport Products Group, a division of Oshkosh Corporation, delivered its 1,000th Oshkosh Striker Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) vehicle. Striker number 1,000 was placed into service at McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas, Nev. The Striker 6 x 6 joins the all Striker fleet – which includes the first Striker 8 x 8 ever manufactured &ndas...

Streamlight’s distributors recycled approximately 250 pounds of rechargeable batteries during the same period Streamlight, Inc., a leading provider of high-performance flashlights, announced that the company and several of its U.S. distribution partners recycled almost 2,900 pounds of rechargeable batteries during the second quarter of 2013, with a year-to-date total of nearly 3,300 pounds.  Streamlight’s corporate headquarters in Eagleville, PA, recycled nea...

The event will offer a platform for sharing best practices that can be taken back to communities or the workplace The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) will host its 5th Backyards & Beyond Wildland Fire Education Conference at the Sheraton Salt Lake City Hotel, Salt Lake City, Utah, November 14 - 16. The conference is being organized by NFPA’s Wildland Fire Operations Division. With more than 60 breakout sessions in five educational tracks, the Backyards &...

The Stair Climb event pays tribute to the 343 firefighters who lost their lives at the WTC on September 11, 2001 Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation company, invites the public to the Pierce 100th Anniversary Stair Climb at historic Lambeau Field in Green Bayon July 14, beginning at 9:30 a.m. The general public, firefighters and Pierce employees will take part in what is anticipated to be one of the largest 9-11 memorial stair climb events held in the country. T...

According to the agreement Detroit DD13 engine remains available only on Pierce’s line of custom fire and emergency vehicles Pierce Manufacturing, an Oshkosh Corporation company, and Detroit Diesel Corporation announced a five-year extension to their original 2009 agreement involving the Detroit DD13 engine and Pierce fire trucks. Through 2018, the Detroit DD13 engine remains available only on Pierce’s complete line of custom fire and emergency vehicles, including...