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Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews on the state's north coast have carried out a prolonged operation to extinguish a fierce fire which has engulfed a semi-trailer and its load of Lithium-ion batteries. FRNSW received numerous Triple-Zero (000) calls just before 2.30 this morning about the rig alight in the northbound lanes of the Pacific Highway, south of Kempsey. Eight fire trucks and 32 firefighters from Kempsey, Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour and Wauchope, rushed to the scene, assisted by the...

Owners of a Camden shop are cleaning up after a fire broke out in a storeroom last night. Fire and Rescue (FRNSW) received numerous Triple Zero (000) calls just before 7.00 pm to a row of shops in John Street following reports of large volumes of smoke issuing from the roof of one of the buildings. Tackling the fire spread Crews immediately called for additional resources, including an aerial truck, to ensure the blaze wouldn't spread to adjoining buildings. Firefighters quickly located the...

Godiva, a global pioneer in fire pump innovation, proudly announces the launch of The SAMFlows Experience—a dynamic, interactive digital journey that redefines how users engage with and understand the revolutionary SAMFlows Total Waterflow Control System. Through compelling storytelling, cutting-edge visuals, and hands-on exploration, users are taken on an interactive, guided tour through the heart of modern firefighting technology. An Important Journey The SAMFlows Experience begins wi...

Commercial kitchen fire suppression systems are designed to keep any fire that has started on a kitchen appliance such as a range, griddle, or deep fat fryer from raging out of control. How do the systems work? Kitchen fire suppression systems are highly effective fire containment systems. Once a fire is detected, the system discharges the wet chemical through the nozzles from above the appliance, but also in the plenum and ductwork.  The wet chemicals cover the flames and star...

Five teams from the Central Coast, Lake Macquarie and Newcastle are set to represent Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) this week at the 2024 State Firefighter Championships, at Wagga Wagga, in the state’s Riverina region. Held every two years, the State Firefighter Championships give firefighters the opportunity to hone their skills in a competitive environment, allowing them to develop their capabilities to take back to their local communities. With events such as “rescue”, &ldquo...

A group of Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) firefighters from the Southern Highlands is set to compete at the 2024 State Firefighter Championships, at Wagga Wagga, in the state’s Riverina region this week. Held every two years, the State Firefighter Championships give firefighters the opportunity to hone their skills in a competitive environment, allowing them to further develop their capabilities to take back to their local communities. With events such as “rescue”, “booste...

Commercial kitchen fire suppression systems are designed to keep any fire that has started on a kitchen appliance, such as a range, griddle, or deep fat fryer from raging out of control. How the systems work Kitchen fire suppression systems are highly effective fire containment systems. Once a fire is detected, the system discharges the wet chemical through the nozzles from above the appliance but also in the plenum and ductwork. The wet chemicals cover the flames and starve the fir...

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...

GearGrid’s turnout gear locker started it all. Today, GearGrid has defined innovation by expanding its product offerings based on feedback and insights from fire departments and rescue personnel nationwide and abroad. In early 1997, GearGrid co-owner and volunteer firefighter, Mike Boyer, designed a durable and well-ventilated storage system for the proper storage of his fire department’s personal protective equipment (PPE). After conducting a market analysis for firefighting s...

Avon Protection has been selected as the supplier to the UK MOD for their Liquid Decontamination Containment Systems, following a MOD competitive tender for the capture, transfer, and containment of liquid waste units. liquid capture system The liquid capture system has been specifically designed and developed by Avon Engineered Fabrications (AEF) to meet the operational and environmental needs of the UK MOD to decontaminate their in-service vehicle fleet. AEF is one of Avon Protection’s...

In 2022, Jinhong Gas imported several liquid helium storage tanks, which increased the choice of helium supply and lowered helium price in China. It makes it easier for customers to purchase helium, ultra-high-pure helium, medical helium, and compressed helium can be transported and provided more conveniently. Cryogenic pressure vessel Helium is a key cryogenic material in semiconductor, medical and other industries because of its small proportion in air. Due to the high demand for helium and...

The Chief Fire Officer for Cambridgeshire is warning there will have to be reductions to the county’s fire and rescue service unless the way in which it is funded changes. Recently, as part of national negotiations with the Fire Brigades Union, a revised cost of living pay award of five per cent was offered for firefighters. Combining this with the offer already on the table for support staff, the Service will be in budget deficit of at least £1.1m at the start of April 2023. pay i...

Fire, EMS, and Industrial (FRC, FoamPro, Elkhart Brass, ROM) is excited to announce the addition of Nick Novotny as Industrial Product Manager — Elkhart Brass. In his new role, Nick will be responsible for achieving gross margin requirements, identifying sales trends, launching new products, developing go-to-market plans, and other critical functions. Prior experiences Nick has a Bachelor in Electronics Engineering from Cleveland State University, Lean Sigma Training, and Project Manage...

It is Child Passenger Safety Week, and the Gilbert Fire & Rescue Department wants to help you keep your most precious cargo safe on the road. According to Safe Kids Worldwide, road injuries are the cause of preventable deaths and injuries to children in the United States. Here are three tips to remember: Keep your child in a rear-facing seat for as long as possible. Rear-facing car seats are designed to protect your child’s head, neck, and spine in a crash. A height of 4’ 9...

On September 6, 2022, Jinhong gas signed a strategic cooperation agreement with a partner company to establish a strategic partnership in the field of silane. This cooperation has greatly increased the resources of Jinhong Gas silane products, enhanced the competitive advantage of the industry, and provided effective assistance to better serve the semiconductor industry at home and abroad and expand the foreign trade business of special gas in Southeast Asia. Pan-Semiconductor industries Sil...

Hosted at seven venues across the UK, educational CPD-certified events are designed to benefit anyone working in the fire industry from fire safety managers in tall buildings to fire engineers, installers, consultants, housing associations, and other key influencers. Running from September to November 2022, each event will feature four seminars (listed below) worth a total of 4 hours CPD (Continuing Professional Development) points. Integrated Fire Alarm Solutions Guidance for high-rise resid...

Fire and rescue services have shown encouraging improvements, including continuing to be well prepared to respond to major incidents, evident in last week’s heatwave, a positive shift in fire protection, and a continued strong focus on health, safety, and welfare.  These are some of the findings from a report released by Her Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS), looking at the results of recent inspections of 15 fire and rescue services.&nbs...

Kentec Electronics, a manufacturer of life-critical control systems, is celebrating the third anniversary of its Kentec Installation Programme (KIP) at Firex 2022. With more than 200 installers registered, across 19 countries, the company will take the opportunity to celebrate the success of the scheme and thank installers for their support. Kentec Installation Programme (KIP) Since its launch at Firex 2019, installers have been benefiting from the scheme’s key features, which include t...

Rosenbauer launches a new extinguishing system for burning traction batteries in electric vehicles. With the system, high-voltage batteries based on lithium-ion technology can be safely and efficiently extinguished. It enables direct cooling of the battery modules or the cells within the modules and thus a quick stop to the chain reaction of the continuous cells. safety of the emergency services The safety of the emergency services was the top priority during development and is achie...

Coopers Fire announces they have installed a new state-of-the-art powder coating line in their factory in Ignis House in Waterlooville. Coopers Fire has historically used specialist local powder coating companies to satisfy its requirements for coated metalwork and has decided to bring this process in-house. By powder coating the metalwork in-house, Coopers Fire can benefit from shorter lead times and improved quality on the painted product. The Powder Coating Process – the basics Pow...

Following the unprecedented year prior, 2021 continued to present significant challenges for everyone, but Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service continued to deliver its vital services, while also providing support for partner agencies. The year began with mopping up from significant flooding across the county over the Christmas period. The country was also in the midst of another national lockdown, with those that were able to still working from their homes. Staff across the Service pulled o...

When the alarm rang at the Defense Distribution Center Susquehanna firehouse shortly after 7:00 a.m. Dec. 30, 2021 firefighters assigned to Defense Logistics Agency Truck 69 were dispatched to 813 Bridge Street, New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, for a four-unit apartment building fire. Flames from a rapidly growing fire on the first floor at the front of the building left two victims trapped on a second-floor rear balcony. DLA Susquehanna firefighters jumped into action, using a 28-foot ground ladd...

John Whaling, former President of Protectowire FireSystems, is transitioning into a newly formed position as Vice President of Business Development.  John has served as President for the past five years and will now be focusing on new emerging markets and OEM accounts. Andrew Sullivan will step back into the role of President and CEO and is excited to have a more hands-on role of leadership in his family’s business. Everyone at Protectowire looks forward to continuing to produce hig...

Contra Costa County Fire Protection District (Con Fire) and Rodeo-Hercules Fire announced they will conduct wildland fire “burn” training in Rodeo in conjunction with Phillips 66, Cal Fire and other agencies during morning hours beginning May 16th, 2021. Training will continue between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. each day thereafter from May 16 to May 27, 2021. Phillips 66 personnel, along with other fire agencies, will participate in the training which will take place in Rodeo in the large op...

A new guide provides assistance and recommendations on how to best specify cable containment systems to improve electrical safety in buildings in the event of a fire. Free to download, the new guide explains how to create a cable pathway through a building, while navigating the current standards landscape. electrical installation standards Creating Cable Pathways is published by Legrand UK & Ireland and takes on board changes to IET Wiring Regulations. It is in line with Dame Judith Hacki...

SPIE UK has been awarded a new contract for the supply and installation of replacement high voltage switchgear by Merseytravel. SPIE UK will be supplying, installing, and replacing high voltage switchgear, low loss transformers, and high voltage, low voltage, and control cabling at the Promenade Ventilation Station, which provides ventilation and power to the Kingsway Road tunnel, which runs under the River Mersey between Liverpool and Wallasey. Not costing the earth Four 1500kVA Wilson e3 Lo...

A report by David Wales, funded and supported by IFEDA (Independent Fire Engineering & Distributors Association), has been published discussing fire extinguishers (released 30/03/2021). The report, an evaluation of the role of fire extinguishers, “was produced with the aim of providing an evidence-based assessment of the role of portable fire extinguishers within dwellings.” This includes private dwellings and HMOs (Houses in Multiple Occupation). Within this document, it is re...

SPIE UK announces a contract with Calor Gas for the long-term maintenance of the company’s Port Clarence facility and the design and build of upgrades to the filling hall safety systems. The safe operation of the filling site at Port Clarence is of paramount importance to Calor Gas. The facility is one of the main filling plants for Calor and is key to the nationwide operation of the UK’s leading LPG provider. Managing the safety of the site relies on monitoring all aspects of the c...

A fault-tolerant network of fire alarm control panels from Advanced has been selected to protect the 3Ts Redevelopment program at the Royal Sussex County Hospital. 36 four-loop MxPro 5 fire panels, 46 repeater panels, and two custom-built AdSpecials panels from UK-manufacturer, Advanced, are to be installed at Brighton’s 3Ts hospital redevelopment as part of phase one of the program. Phase one involves the construction of a 13-storey building with two basement levels, located on the main...

As the rising number of COVID admissions pushes patient capacity limits, ensuring compliant fire safety has never been more important. As hospitals battle through the second major wave of the virus, concerns have been raised around the NHS’ on-going maintenance backlog and the impact on safety and infrastructure. In January 2021, figures suggested that the total backlog was the equivalent of the annual running cost of the entire NHS estate, which was around £9.7bn in 2019/20. Despit...