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The WAGNER Group is taking part in the new BUILDINX trade fair, the first B2B platform to cover the entire value chain of innovative logistics and industrial property. As a specialist in fire protection systems, WAGNER will be presenting its pioneering fire protection systems and solutions for the entire industry at BUILDINX 2024 event, at Stand E24, in Hall 5, in Dortmund, from 19 to 21 November, 2024.  fire protection After all, fire protection plays a key role in the safety of modern...

The principle of all Trace Tube Fire Suppression Systems is a simple self-activating system that offers the widest versatility, which results in an excellent cost/performance balance. Trace Tube Systems can be used in a range of applications, with the principals remaining the same; Stop The Fire Where It Starts. Electrical Panel & Switchgear Fire Suppression Electrical Panels & Switchgear Fire Suppression Tumble Dryers Plant & Machinery fire suppression Fume Cabinet fire supp...

Often, people neglect fire safety in their regular lives until an urgent situation occurs. However, data indicates that a small blaze can engulf a whole room within less than three minutes; this highlights the importance of every second. Grasping and applying elementary fire safety procedures is not only about adhering to regulations – it’s more about safeguarding the most important things: the existence and the people they care for. Smoke Alarms: First Line of Defense Consider sm...

A blend of historic charm and modern functionality, the Printworks Belfast has undergone a significant renovation to meet the demands of contemporary office spaces, while preserving its Victorian heritage. Central to this transformation is a robust fire safety system powered by Hochiki devices, ensuring the protection of occupants and the building's architectural integrity.  Printworks Belfast The Printworks Belfast, a historic Victorian warehouse dating back to 1890, is located in the h...

A fire alarm system is a network of devices that detects smoke, heat, or fire and alerts residents of any threats. Its primary purpose is to provide early warning for safe evacuation and prompt emergency response, protecting lives and property. When protecting the building from the damaging effects of fire, selecting the right fire alarm system is necessary. A well-designed fire alarm system not only saves lives but also minimizes property damage. This article will help users understand the dec...

At Coopers Fire, they’ve always been passionate about safeguarding lives and properties. As specialists in fire curtains, they understand the critical role that their products play in making buildings safer, offering essential time for safe evacuations and enabling firefighters to do their heroic work. But they also know that it’s not just about the technology - it’s about the people who put their lives on the line every day to protect others. That’s why they are proud t...

The WAGNER Group GmbH has appointed Oliver Morfeld as Managing Director of its subsidiary - WAGNER Fire Safety Pty Ltd. based in Melbourne with effect from 14 October 2024. In Oliver Morfeld, the company has gained an experienced Manager with many years of expertise in managing technical companies.  Oliver Morfeld Born and raised in Germany, Oliver Morfeld has lived and worked in Australia and the Asia Pacific region for almost 30 years. His extensive knowledge of the market will play a...

Outpost Al Barari, a luxurious desert retreat nestled in the remote expanse of Qatar, presented a unique challenge for fire safety. The resort’s vast, ever-changing layout, coupled with the harsh desert environment, rendered traditional wired fire alarm systems impractical. To safeguard guests and staff in this extraordinary location, Fire Cloud Qatar implemented a groundbreaking solution: the Hochiki Europe’s Ekho hybrid wireless fire detection system. This article explores how thi...

Hochiki Europe, a global pioneer in fire safety technology, is excited to announce its participation in the Romanian Security Fair 2024, taking place from October 16-18, 2024, in Bucharest. The company will showcase its market-pioneering fire safety solutions, including the Ekho hybrid wireless devices, Latitude fire alarm control panel, and FIREscape Nepto emergency lighting.  Innovative products Visitors to the Hochiki Europe stand will have the opportunity to explore these innovative...

Located in the heart of New Zealand’s capital, the St James Theatre is known as the jewel in the crown of Wellington’s flourishing theatre scene. The facility was designed in the early 1900s and holds a significant historical value as a Category 1 listed building by Heritage New Zealand. minor and major restorations It has gone through several minor and major restorations throughout its lifetime yet still holds accents to old-world glamour with a touch of modern technology....

E2S Warning Signals has introduced the new H1 range of heat detectors. Globally approved to UL, cUL, IECEx, and ATEX standards with explosion-proof, flameproof, increased safety, and intrinsically safe protection, the H1 range is available as part of the D1x and D2x families with marine grade, copper-free LM6 aluminum termination enclosures, in the STEx family with 316L stainless steel enclosures and the GNEx with GRP enclosures.  UL521 and CAN/ULC-S530 approved The H1 range contains Ex...

Sparkling ideas and technological innovations can be found at LogiMAT 2018 in Stuttgart – the hotspot meeting of the logistics industry. The WAGNER Group will be presenting its solutions for Logistics 4.0 there from March 13 to 15, 2018. The focus will be on the active fire prevention system OxyReduct® in combination with the early fire detection system TITANUS®. Innovative solutions Fire protection expert has specialized in innovative solutions for value-focused...

The principle of all pneumatic fire suppression systems is a simple self-activating system that offers the widest versatility, which results in an excellent cost/performance balance. Using linear detection tubing installed throughout the asset it’s covering it can not only quickly and accurately detect a fire, but also suppress it, before it can damage adjacent components. These systems can be used in a range of applications, with the principals remaining the same-stop the fire where it s...

Hochiki Europe, a manufacturer of fire detection devices, is proud to announce its significant donation to the new Fire Training Association (FIA) training facility in Northwich. The company has provided cutting-edge fire detection equipment to equip the facility's practical bays, where students can gain hands-on experience with real-world fire system installations.  fire protection products Hochiki Europe’s donation to the new FIA training facility in Northwich includes major prod...

Commercial fire detection manufacturer - Nittan has announced several exciting developments to its Evolution analog addressable range, including the launch of new detectors with integral Short Circuit Isolator (SCI), and upgrades to existing devices. New to the Evolution ranges are the EV-PY-SCI Photoelectric Optical Detector with SCI, the EV-H2-SCI Heat Detector with SCI, and the EV-PYH-SCI Photoelectric Optical & Heat Multi-Sensor with SCI. new Evolution devices Both the EV-H2-SCI and t...

In the bustling cities of Houston and Austin, where commercial buildings house countless businesses and schools, the importance of fire safety cannot be overstated. With the potential for devastating fire disasters, property managers and school systems must prioritize implementing advanced fire suppression systems to protect their investments, occupants, and community. FireTron, a pioneering provider in the area, offers state-of-the-art solutions designed to enhance safety and minimize risk. U...

Whether in the British Library, the Elbphilharmonie, or pigsties - the Wagner Group's systems protect against fires worldwide. The company, based in Langenhagen, develops and installs fire protection systems for industry, commerce, and the cultural sector, among others. During a visit to the headquarters, Rainer Fredermann, spokesman for fire and disaster protection for the CDU parliamentary group, found out about the company's situation. fire protection The Wagner Group has seven branches in...

RapidSOS are excited to announce that it is officially integrated with Apple Emergency SOS Live Video, now available with the release of iOS 18! Emergency SOS Live Video allows those in need to share streaming video and recorded media during emergency calls. During an emergency call, participating emergency dispatchers can send a request to share live video or photos over a secure connection, making it quicker and easier to provide urgent assistance. Emergency SOS Live Video ECC telecommunica...

Outpost Al Barari, a luxurious desert retreat nestled in the remote expanse of Qatar, presented a unique challenge for fire safety. The resort’s vast, ever-changing layout and harsh desert environment rendered traditional wired fire alarm systems impractical. To safeguard guests and staff in this extraordinary location, Fire Cloud Qatar implemented a groundbreaking solution: Hochiki Europe’s Ekho hybrid wireless fire detection system.  Outpost Al Barari Outpost Al Barari is a...

Masterfire Project Managed a Site-Wide Fire Detection & Alarm & Emergency Lighting Upgrade at University Hospital Waterford. Masterfire successfully completed a large-scale upgrade of both the Fire Alarm & Emergency Lighting systems at University Hospital Waterford in early 2021. University Hospital Waterford is a large acute hospital facility with a capacity for 431 inpatients and a further 85-day procedure beds. Fire Alarm System Upgrade The Fire Alarm System upgrade involved th...

The WAGNER Group, headquartered in Langenhagen near Hanover, Germany, has once again achieved pleasing corporate growth. With consolidated total group sales of EUR 138 million, the company achieved growth of EUR 14.8 million or 12.0% in the fiscal year 2023/24 compared to the previous fiscal year. The company was thus able to meet the current market challenges - high inflation, rising energy costs and continued market uncertainty - by adapting to the changing environment and successfully maint...

Advanced, a global pioneer in fire safety solutions, is set to participate for the first time in Intersec Saudi Arabia, the Kingdom’s premier exhibition and conference for the security, safety, and fire protection industries. The Intersec Saudi Arabia 2024 event will take place from 1st-3rd October 2024, at the Riyadh International Convention Centre, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.   Axis AX, Axis EN, and MxPro 5 Located at stand 3-C36, Advanced will showcase its innovative range of...

Pipe networks for aspirating smoke detectors are often designed digitally. A practice not taken into account in the EU-wide binding standard EN 54-20: There are no specific requirements for dealing with the relatively new design programs. So manufacturers had to spend extra time and money on having their software separately legitimized during the well-known innovation-supporting VdS-Approvals.  precise and compact Guidelines “For facilitating and reassuring their development work,...

Quality fire alarm systems warn users early when there is a fire and give them time to escape. However, overly sensitive systems can often raise a false alarm or cause unnecessary noise. There are four main types of at-home alarm systems – including two varieties of smoke alarms and a heat alarm. This blog provides information about the different types of alarms and how to decide the best fire alarm system for the Irish home or property. Types Of Fire Alarms Heat Alarms - Heat or therma...

A sprinkler system is the single most effective fire protection method for people and property in the event of a fire. Many people may not feel the need to know the intricate details of what makes sprinkler systems so effective, but for those of you who do, here’s a brief overview. sprinkler system operation Each sprinkler head in the system is held closed independently by heat-sensitive seals. The seals work to prevent water flow until a design temperature is exceeded at the individu...

Ramtech has revealed its role in protecting the prestigious F1 Hungarian Grand Prix 2024, with its WES system utilized across several temporary buildings for optimum site protection. Working closely with Hungarian partner, High-Security Kft, Ramtech supplied its EN54-25 compliant wireless fire and evacuation system (WES) for various structures including media spaces, bathrooms, dressing rooms, and conference areas. personnel and equipment safety These facilities were purpose-built for the rac...

The WAGNER Group will present its comprehensive fire protection portfolio at the Security in Essen, the trade fair for security, from September 17 to 20, 2024. In Hall 7, Stand 7A13, the focus will be on special solutions for logistics, data centers, and archives. OxyReduct® system One of WAGNER's highlights will be active fire prevention, which intervenes before a fire breaks out. The OxyReduct® system offers optimal protection, especially in closed storage rooms, archives, and data...

The WAGNER Group will present its comprehensive fire protection portfolio at Security in Essen, the pioneering trade fair for security, from September 17 to 20, 2024. In Hall 7, Stand 7A13, the focus is on special solutions for logistics, data centers and archives. One of WAGNER's highlights is active fire prevention, which intervenes preventively before a fire starts. The OxyReduct® system offers optimal protection, particularly in closed storage rooms, archives and data centers...

A mobile children’s heart hospital, built in El Salvador, was recently equipped with an Advanced wireless fire safety system, ensuring top protection for children undergoing heart surgery, their doctors, and staff. Run by Kinderherzen, the mission of the hospital is to ensure that children born with serious heart conditions receive the treatment they need to go on and enjoy healthy lives. Kinderherzen operates in Germany and mobilizes doctors to provide critical care for young patients in...

Dräger, an international pioneer in the fields of medical and safety technology, will showcase a range of systems designed to protect fire and rescue and police personnel, and ensure they return home safely at the end of every shift.  Ultra-light design products Taking center stage will be Dräger’s next generation Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), the PSS® AirBoss with a Type 4 Nano cylinder. The kit combines best-in-class ergonomics and an ultra-lig...