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CVCHA to choose a combination of Ei261ENRC mains-powered CO alarms and Aico's new Ei208 powered CO alarms Already a market leader for its mains powered smoke alarms in the social housing sector, Aico is pleased to announce its Carbon Monoxide (CO) alarms are now being specified by Castle Vale Community Housing Association (CVCHA) for the first time. Midlands based CVCHA manages 2,300 properties which were transferred from a Housing Action Trust in 2005. Falling outside th...

Matt Gautrey together with Luke Preston, were shortlisted in the “Engineers of Tomorrow” category An apprentice from Wessex Fire & Security picked up a gong at the annual Security Excellence Awards – the industry “Oscars”. Matt Gautrey together with Luke Preston, who both attend Yeovil College, were shortlisted in the “Engineers of Tomorrow” category. The pair competed in a skills challenge at the International Fire & Sec...

Fisk Fire was tasked with installing Apollo's XP95 range across the campus’ communal areas and bedrooms The University of Hertfordshire houses more than 3,400 of its students in University owned and managed accommodation. The College Lane Campus is based at the heart of the University, giving students access to the Students’ Union, its entertainment venue – The Forum – as well as teaching rooms and the University’s largest Learning Resources Centr...

ExGo is suitable for almost all single-flooding area applications and includes a range of control options ExGo is Advanced’s extinguishant and suppression control system, which has been developed specifically for sensitive and strategic assets such as server rooms, historic and cultural attractions and control rooms. High-profile installations have been made across the globe, including recently in the National Library of Romania. ExGo features the quality, technology an...

Wagner's ASD ensures rapid response to fire condition, protecting staff and the valuable logistics operation WAGNER UK’s TITANUS PRO•SENS Air Sampling Smoke Detection (ASD) systems were chosen to provide advanced fire detection for Tesco’s latest 500,000 sq. ft. distribution centre in Dagenham, Essex. The project was designed and installed by Leader Systems, who has completed the majority of fire alarm system installations in these latest generation Tesco dis...

Hochiki's new ALN-EN, ATJ-EN and ACC-EN devices have features that reduce false and unwanted alarms Hochiki Europe, the leading manufacturer of innovative life safety solutions, has announced the launch of three new sensors, which take fire detection to the next level of performance and reliability. The new ALN-EN, ATJ-EN and ACC-EN devices have a number of innovative features that improve functionality and reduce false and unwanted alarms – making them the most intelli...

Aico’s Ei160RC Series incorporates advanced suppression and calibration technology to reduce false alarms Dacorum Borough Council in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire is fitting Aico mains-powered Ei160RC Series smoke and heat alarms across its 10,500 strong property portfolio as part of its rewiring programme. The Council has been fitting Aico smoke alarms for eight years, originally within its sheltered housing schemes, but has found the alarms to be so cost-effectiv...

Wessex’s staff donned eye-catching garb in homage to the popular character from “Where’s Wally” Staff at the Wessex Group made £475 for Children In Need - by being Wallies! They donned the eye-catching garb in homage to the popular character from the “Where’s Wally” children’s books. Bosses at the company based in Shaftesbury, Dorset, encouraged workers by donating £5 to the cause for every Wally who turned up. The...

The course provides an overview of what is required when installing hybrid wireless fire detection systems Hochiki Europe, the leading manufacturer of innovative life safety solutions, has announced the introduction of its latest Continuing Professional Development (CPD) course, Hybrid Wireless Fire Detection - The Standards & Technologies. Designed for M&E contractors and consultants, architects and end users, the course provides an overview of what is required w...

The Fike system instantly raised the alarm, ensuring a fast and safe evacuation of all the tenants Significant structural fire damage and potential loss of life have been avoided following the fast and orderly evacuation of a block of 5 apartments in Blackpool, UK, following a fire. One of the tenants returned home after a night out and prepared some food. They then fell asleep and the kitchen area caught fire. The Fike TWINFLEX smart 2-wire fire detection system instantly ra...

Gas Safe Register estimates that one in three Britons don't check carbon monoxide appliances annually Home safety products specialist, Sprue Safety Products, has welcomed this week’s announcement in the House of Lords that there will be a Government review of current regulations on carbon monoxide (CO), with particular focus on the safety of tenants in rented accommodation. Responding to a question from Barnoness Finlay of Llandraff, Communities and Local Government Min...

Sales and Technical Support teams from various Fike businesses will be located at the new centre in Mumbai On August 31st 2013, Fike, one of the world’s leading suppliers of life safety systems, opened a new Customer Service and Support Centre in Mumbai, India. Chuck Kopoulos, CEO and President of Fike Corporation, together with Executive Vice Presidents Scott Ruland and Hal Cross, opened the Centre at a special ceremony to mark the occasion. Fike has been established i...

Controlfacts’ installation section details compatible alarms like Aico's Ei160RC and Ei140RC series alarms Following on from the success of its Handyfacts App which has more than 9,500 users, Aico has launched the Controlfacts App dedicated to its innovative new RadioLINK Alarm Controller.  The App is available for Android and iPhone users. The single button Ei450 Alarm Controller has been designed for use with Aico's RadioLINK Professional alarms Smoke, Heat...

Students visited the two-day Freshers’ Fayre, where they received essential information on how to stay CO safe Sprue Safety Products teamed up with the University of Portsmouth last week to provide information, advice and give away carbon monoxide alarms as part of a safety awareness clinic run during Freshers’ Week. More than 16,000 students visited the two-day Freshers’ Fayre, where they received essential information on how to stay CO safe, including...

650 Apollo XP95 detectors were specified to meet the main fire detection requirements in the hotel Holidaymakers and partygoers visiting a new exclusive hotel on the Balearic Island of Ibiza can party and relax in safety as well as style, thanks to the very latest in fire detection solutions from Apollo Fire Detectors. The Ushuaïa Ibiza Beach Hotel completed the building of its new hotel wing, The Ushuaïa Tower, in May 2013. With breathtaking views of the Mediterra...

Chris will be working with partners to ensure that Apollo's extensive product range meets industry needs Apollo Fire Detectors has further strengthened its position as a leading global provider of innovative fire detection products with the appointment of Chris Moore as Technical Director. In his new role, Chris will be responsible for the delivery of new product developments in line with the business technology strategy, with a key focus on fire detection for wireless and lo...

Aico’s Ei160RC alarms were installed  in light of a fire safety review following the Lakanal House fire in London Nottinghamshire’s A1 Housing has announced its decision to install Aico Ei160RC Series alarms into its flats, in light of a fire safety review following the tragic Lakanal House tower block fire in London. A1 Housing is an Arms Length Management Organisation (ALMO) providing the day-to-day management of Bassetlaw District Council's housing sto...

Chubb was chosen to protect employees, machinery and stock at Panelco’s facility in Stoke Chubb Fire & Security UK, a leading provider of security and safety solutions for businesses and industry nationwide, has won a contract to upgrade the fire detection systems at Panelco Limited, one of the country’s largest wood panel manufacturing businesses. Chubb is a part of UTC Climate, Controls & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. Panelco, a distr...

Chubb installed an addressable fire alarm system comprising both smoke and heat detection throughout the property The Astley Ainslie hospital has chosen Chubb Fire & Security UK to help protect patients, staff and assets with a new fire protection system. Chubb is part of UTC Climate, Controls & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. A community hospital operated by NHS Lothian, The Astley Ainslie hospital specialises in post-acute care and rehabilitation for p...

Smith & Williamson will be able to provide an expert guiding hand to Churchesfire A key player in the UK’s £1.2 billion fire protection market has appointed a new auditor and tax adviser. Churchesfire, headquartered near Southampton, chose the South Coast office of accountancy and investment management firm Smith & Williamson to provide the services at a key point in the business' development. Andrew Edmonds, who heads up assurance and business services a...

Apollo XP95 detectors and XPander range of devices were installed at the three storey site Apollo Fire Detectors is playing an integral role in keeping visitors and staff safe at one of Londonderry’s most recognisable landmarks, following a major refurbishment project completed this summer. The historic Guildhall in Londonderry reopened to the public in June following a £9.5m restoration, which included the installation of Apollo Fire Detectors’ XP95 range a...

Sprue will donate one CO alarm to the charity for every 20 FireAngel CO9XT CO alarms sold With the traditionally busy heating season just around the corner, plumbing and heating engineers can this year give a significant boost to the number of people protected against the dangers of carbon monoxide (CO) in Northern Ireland, thanks to a joint campaign run by Sprue Safety Products and the Gis A Hug Foundation. From October 1st, Sprue will donate one CO alarm to the charity for...

Prysmian FP PLUS enhanced fire resistant cable to ensure maximum safety and circuit integrity to the NSGH Leading UK fire safety and security provider Scotshield has chosen Prysmian FP cables for the fire safety systems in the New South Glasgow Hospital in the city. Scotshield specialises in life safety systems and worked together with consultants to specify Prysmian FP PLUS enhanced fire resistant cable to ensure maximum safety and circuit integrity. Approximately one hu...

A BS 5839 compliant category L1 addressable system from Hochiki was recommended for the project Hochiki has helped the resort meet all its fire detection requirements. Situated at the centre of the glorious Maltese Archipelago and overlooking the white sands of Mellieha Bay, The Seabank Resort & Spa is one of the Islands’ few fully all-inclusive holiday locations and attracts guests from all over the world. Its extensive facilities include five themed restaurant...

Wessex has also provided 50 sensory toys for a charity for children with severe learning difficulties Liberty’s Owl, Raptor and Reptile Centre based in Crow near Ringwood has received a boost after a company came forward to sponsor 50 of its birds. The Wessex Group is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year and each month is giving “50 somethings” to a good cause or charity. Liberty’s has the largest collection of birds of prey in Hampshire’s...

The appointments of new members will drive Hochiki’s business forward and improve its offering to the market Hochiki Europe, the leading manufacturer of innovative life safety solutions, has announced three new appointments to its team that will drive its business forward and further improve its offering to the market. Recognising the vast potential within Central and Eastern European (CEE) for its products and systems, Hochiki Europe is delighted to welcome Ian Bird as...

The system implemented used Advance four loop panels with Apollo XP95 equipment Located at its current site since 1898, the Cheltenham Race Course is an internationally recognised racing venue. Throughout the year it welcomes more than 700,000 visitors, with numbers reaching their peak during Festival Week, the highlight of which is the Betfred Cheltenham Gold Cup. Since 2003, more than £20m has been invested in a new enclosure and additional race day facilities with Th...

+ The group of eleven from Silver Birch Link of the Chernobyl Childrens' Lifeline Project visited Ferndown Fire Station A group of children from Chernobyl will now be better protected against the risks of fire in their homes, thanks to a donation from fire safety products specialist, Sprue Safety Products and Dorset Fire and Rescue Service. The two partners teamed up to provide FireAngel ST-620 smoke alarms for the children to take home with them following their annual visit t...

An L1 automatic fire detection designed around Kentec 4 loop Addressable Fire Detection System is fitted at the museum Kentec fire control panels are at the heart of a fire system that’s designed to protect the stunning and unique £27m new Mary Rose Museum in Portsmouth’s Historic Dockyard where King Henry VIII’s flagship will be housed. The Mary Rose, built in 1509, sank in 1545 in the Solent near Portsmouth during a battle with the French fleet. When...

The 11-strong squad of cricketers from Fire and Rescue Services enjoyed TV stardom as Cricket Am’s ‘team of the week’ Sky Sports’ Cricket Am was the latest high profile fixture for the FireAngel sponsored UK Fire Services cricket team. The 11-strong squad of cricketers from Fire and Rescue Services across the country enjoyed TV stardom when they joined presenters Sarah-Jane Mee and Matt Floyd in the studio as Cricket Am’s ‘team of the week&...