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Dräger is donating self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and helmets to the ‘Fire Angels’, two female firefighters who will be attempting seven marathons, in seven days, across seven continents – while wearing firefighter kit – as part of the ‘Great World Race’. The challenge is a part of their ongoing ambition to ‘change the narrative of what it means to be a girl’.  awareness for women’s issues The intrepid pair h...

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...

The publication of the final report of the Grenfell Tower Inquiry is a long-awaited milestone in the response to the tragic loss of 72 lives in June 2017. It is another difficult and traumatic moment for the bereaved, the survivors, and relatives of the Grenfell Tower victims and CIC recognizes once again all that they have suffered and we extend our sympathy once more to all the victims. report and recommendations Sir Martin Moore Bick has made many recommendations for further action in th...

The Den, home to Millwall Football Club, has been enhanced with an upgraded fire safety system courtesy of Trustee Fire & Security Ltd.'s installation of Advanced panels, providing thorough protection and reassurance for fans, staff, and players. Located in Bermondsey, London, The Den has been home to Millwall Football Club since 1993. With a seating capacity of 20,146, the stadium is a cornerstone of football heritage and community pride renowned for hosting memorable matches and major eve...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) has carried out a major hazard reduction burn at South Turramurra, on Sydney’s upper north shore. The burn will help to protect hundreds of homes, which would potentially be put at risk in the event of a large bush fire. FRNSW conducts hazard reduction operations on behalf of land managers in many areas where bushland meets built-up areas across the state. Clearing the bushland On behalf of Ku-ring-gai Council, more than 28 FRNSW firefighters, in seven f...

The Port Authority of New South Wales recently took delivery of two new firefighting vessels. These vessels, built by Birdon, and sold through Darley’s Australian Partner, Global Fire Solutions, are equipped with two Darley PSP 2000 GPM PTO driven pumps.    Designed with speed, enhanced maneuverability and better accessibility to shallow regions in mind, these vessels are built for enhanced firefighting operations and incident responses. 

Since 2016, the IWMA (International Water Mist Association) scientific council has evaluated submissions from scientists applying for the IWMA Young Talent Award. To ensure that the prize goes to theses on different levels, it alternately goes to the best master's or Ph.D. thesis. Martin Thielens In 2023, the winner is Martin Thielens who graduated from Ghent University in October 2022. The title of his Ph.D. thesis is: “Advanced Computational Fluid Dynamics Modelling of Water Spr...

Fire safety supplier CheckFire announces the launch of the Commander Wireless Site Alarm, the latest addition to its renowned Commander Site Alarm range. Following the successful release of the original Commander Single Site Alarm in 2023, this new wireless version, model number EE-AL-002-SIT, represents a significant advancement in fire safety technology. wireless model Building on the reliability and effectiveness of the original push-button Commander Single Site Alarm (EE-AL-001-SIT), the...

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,...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) firefighters are still trying to extinguish a massive factory fire in Wetherill Park in Sydney's west after a blaze tore through the premises overnight. The intense 14th alarm fire has destroyed a pallet factory in Redfern Street and damaged neighbouring properties. FRNSW received multiple Triple Zero (000) calls to the premises around 9.15 pm, with the first arriving crew reporting approximately 400 wooden pallets well alight. Additional resources were require...

As a pioneering manufacturer of high-performance sealing systems for fire doors, they’ve proudly supported the British Woodworking Federation’s Fire Door Safety Week campaign since its inception. Join them from 23rd-27th September as they raise awareness about the crucial role fire doors play in saving lives and protecting property in the event of a fire. FDSW response to a fire door Fire Door Safety Week (FDSW) was launched in response to a legacy of fire door neglect Fire Door...

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...

The Minister for Building Safety and Homelessness has made a statement regarding construction products.  This announced an extension of the recognition of CE marking for construction products in Great Britain. This extension, and the longer-term future of CE/UKCA marking, is conditional on a commitment from the Government to system-wide reform of the construction products regulatory regime.  announcement summary: CE marking will be accepted past 30 June 2025 for construction pro...

Two people have been treated for burns and smoke inhalation after a lithium-ion battery from an e-skateboard exploded in a Roseville home overnight. Two Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) trucks and 8 firefighters responded to calls for assistance at 2:20 am in the morning. A sleeping 26-year-old male woke to the sound of popping and crackling, finding the room full of smoke and the e-skateboard battery starting to flame. He and another occupant removed the device from the house, sustaining burns...

Dozens of Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) firefighters today have set out on an epic 24-hour climb of the Furber Steps at Katoomba, in the Blue Mountains, to raise money for charity.  The group is seeking to aid research into Motor Neurone Disease (MND), as part of the annual ‘Firies Climb for MND’ event, and so far has raised almost half of its $100,000 target. The firefighters set off on their charity mission today, supported by FRNSW Commissioner - Jeremy Fewtrell, and Depu...

The environmental technology company - Nederman has acquired the Canadian company - Duroair Technologies Inc., strengthening Nederman and the Extraction & Filtration Technology (E&FT) division in the US & Canada. Duroair, founded in 2012, has a unique market position in designing, manufacturing, and selling climate-controlled air filtration with US and Canada as the main markets. Duroair’s unique and flexible enclosures and filtration systems trap and extract fumes, dust and...

Bull Products, the globally renowned provider of temporary fire protection solutions for a wide range of applications, has introduced its new Lithium-ion fire extinguishers, LFX, to its portfolio of life-saving fire solutions. Designed to address the growing risks associated with lithium-ion battery fires, these water-based extinguishers offer protection against lithium-ion battery fires that is both highly effective and widely applicable across various sectors, from construction sites to offic...

The construction industry is undergoing significant change. New technologies, regulatory requirements and working practices are changing the way the industry works. CIC 2050 group The CIC 2050 Group exists to be the voice of those people who will be in the industry in 2050. This means ensuring that the industry is ready to meet its obligations to be resilient to the changes of the climate crisis, but it also means making sure that the industry is inclusive and thriving. As the new Chair of t...

Pierce Manufacturing Inc. and MAXIMETAL, both Oshkosh Corporation businesses, are pleased to announce a significant fleet purchase by the Township of Langley Fire Department (TLFD) in British Columbia, Canada. Sold through Pierce dealer, Commercial Emergency Equipment, this unique deal combines stock and new-build apparatus, Pierce and MAXIMETAL products, and both custom and commercial chassis to provide a comprehensive solution tailored to the department's needs. fleet purchase Deal The...

Fire curtains are a critical component in modern fire safety systems, offering effective fire compartmentation to protect both life and property. This blog post will delve into these three types, highlighting their features, benefits, and ideal applications. Whether they’re an architect, building control officer, or fire professional, understanding these fire curtains is crucial for optimizing fire safety in any building. Vertical Fire Curtains Vertical fire curtains are among the most...

A Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) firefighter, driving to work, has stopped to protect a teenager during an e-bike fire this morning at Alexandria in inner Sydney. The 15-year-old had borrowed the e-bike from a family friend last night and was riding it to school when it burst into flames on Botany Road just after 8 am. Flames spitting from its battery Flames spitting from its battery as the overheated cells went into thermal runaway FRNSW HAZMAT Team Pioneer, David Jordan, was traveling along B...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) is currently responding to a significant grass fire in Horningsea Park, in Sydney’s south west. Shortly before 2 pm, firefighters from FRNSW and the Rural Fire Service (RFS) were called to the blaze at the intersection of Camden Valley Way and Cowpasture Road. FRNSW Bushfire Tankers More than 20 fire trucks and 80 firefighters are on scene or on route, including FRNSW Bushfire Tankers and a Mobile Command Center. Firefighters are working to contain the fire a...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) investigators suspect a faulty Lithium-ion battery caused a major house fire yesterday at Merrylands, in Sydney’s west. The blaze broke out in Murray Street, just before 2 pm. Six fire trucks and more than 24 firefighters battled the intense blaze for around 90-minutes, working desperately to stop flames spreading to neighbouring homes. The fire caused extensive damage to the house. No-one was injured in the incident. FRNSW’s FIRU fire scene F...

Fire crews have gained control of a large grass fire this afternoon at Brownsville in Wollongong. The blaze broke out in the grassland behind the northern on-ramp of the Princes Highway in Kanahooka Road, just before 2.30 pm. The flames jumped a median strip and set fire to adjacent bushland. Police diverted traffic around the scene. Firefighters from seven Fire and Rescue NSW trucks called in support, including a FRNSW bulk water tanker and additional appliances from the Rural Fire Service, at...

Fire crews have gained control of a large grass fire that had threatened homes at Horningsea Park this afternoon, in Sydney’s south-west. The blaze broke out just before 2 pm, at a former amusement park site at the corner of Camden Valley Way and Cowpasture Road. FRNSW with the RFS Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) responded with the Rural Fire Service (RFS) and the Rail Fire and Emergency Service, supported by NSW Police, NSW Ambulance and Transport for NSW. FRNSW closed the local rail corr...

On Friday, August 23, 2024, Jesse Love, driver of the No. 2 Whelen Chevrolet Camaro, took to the Daytona International Speedway with a mission greater than crossing the finish line first. His car carried the names of 226 fallen firefighters, representing Whelen’s partnership with Richard Childress Racing (RCR) and the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF). This year marked the third consecutive season of this important partnership and is a testament to their shared commitment to...

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...

A fire has caused extensive damage to a home in Merrylands in western Sydney this afternoon. Just before 2.00 pm, Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) received numerous Triple Zero (000) calls to a house that was well alight in Murray Street. requested extra resources On the way to the incident, firefighters observed thick smoke in the area and requested extra resources. Six trucks and more than 24 firefighters arrived on the scene and began attacking the intense fire. Flames were threatenin...

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...