Fire and Rescue news

Ajax Systems is proud to announce its victory at the Security Awards 2024 in the UK hosted by Corporate Vision. The company has been recognized as the “Best Smart Home Security Equipment Manufacturer 2024,” solidifying its position as a trailblazer in the industry.  Security Awards The Security Awards is a prestigious program that recognizes and honors the best of the best in the security industry. Organized by Corporate Vision magazine, these awards aim to showcas...

Oshkosh Airport Products, a division of Pierce Manufacturing Inc., and a subsidiary of Oshkosh Corporation announced Groupe ADP, the world pioneer in developing and managing airports, with 26 airports around the world, including Paris-Charles de Gaulle, Paris-Orly, and Paris-Le Bourget, has secured a contract for four Oshkosh Airport Products Striker® Volterra™ 6x6 electric aircraft rescue and fire fighting (ARFF) vehicles. These environmentally advanced fire apparatus will make up an...

SOCOTEC, a pioneering provider of TIC (Testing, Inspection, and Certification), consulting, and advisory services with a strategic focus on building construction and infrastructure, announced the completion of four strategic acquisitions: Future Tech Consultants of New York, (FTC) and DnA Controlled Inspection, two NY-based Special Inspection and testing firms; Gorman Jr. Fire Alarm Consulting Services, a New York City-based consulting firm that deals primarily with fire alarm, sprinkler and oth...

Fire and Rescue NSW has located a body in the ruins of a unit, destroyed by fire in south-west Sydney earlier in the day. Crews were called to a two-storey unit block in Wilkins Street, Yagoona just before 11 am following reports of a blaze. More than 20 firefighters and six fire trucks were deployed to the scene, with the fire on the ground floor contained and extinguished in approximately 30 minutes. Body discovered The body of a man was located on the property, and three people were treate...

Whelen Engineering is proud to announce a new partnership with LYT, a pioneer in intelligent connected traffic technology, that will further expand the traffic preemption capabilities of its advanced safety solution, the Whelen Cloud Platform® (WCP®). Whelen Cloud Platform The Whelen Cloud Platform is a cloud-based vehicle communication platform that sends and receives data through cellular networks. Prominent features of the WCP include the ability to manage vehicle configuratio...

Introducing Mega T-Series™ light heads, a groundbreaking addition to the Whelen collection of warning lights that builds on the versatility and reliability of the popular T-Series™ light heads.  TRIO™ technology The high-performance warning and illumination Mega T-Series light heads feature TRIO™ technology, allowing individual control of each color. With a streamlined and low-profile design, the light heads are engineered to seamlessly integrate into various vehi...

Honeywell is showcasing key technologies from its security, fire, and life safety product lines at the 2024 International Security Conference and Exposition (ISC West 2024), taking place from April 10 - April 12, 2024, in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. This supports Honeywell’s recently announced plans to focus its portfolio on three compelling megatrends, including automation, underpinned by robust digitalization capabilities and solutions. convenience and efficiency "At Honeywell, we provide...

Fathom® e-power, a lithium generator replacement system offering advanced power management, monitoring, and control, has been selected as the power supplier for the all-new Arctic Compressor All Power Mobile Air Trailer, a fire rescue trailer built to assist crews in response to fires, which includes a breathing air refill station and Fathom e-power for power management and monitoring. “We are thrilled about our collaboration with Arctic Compressor to deliver this innovative mobi...

Fire and Rescue NSW’s latest aerial pumper has rolled off the production line and arrived at its new home at Penrith Fire Station. Valued at $2.5m, the state-of-the-art appliance is the latest of 11 new aerial platforms, strategically placed to protect the state’s built-up areas from high-rise emergencies. The truck boasts Compressed Air Foam System (CAFS) technology, which means not only can it extend upwards 24-metres, it can pump out a mix of foam and water at 6000 litres a minu...

Fire hose pipes are a necessary gear for firefighters and individuals responsible for fire safety in various settings, such as industrial facilities, commercial buildings, and even residential properties. Knowing how to properly use a fire hose pipe can make a significant difference in effectively controlling and extinguishing fires. In this blog post, they will provide a comprehensive guide on how to use fire hose pipes, covering the different types of hoses, their components, and the steps in...

Whelen Engineering is proud to announce a new partnership with Applied Information® that will expand the traffic pre-emption capabilities of its innovative software, the Whelen Cloud Platform® (WCP®). The Whelen Cloud Platform is a cloud-based vehicle communication platform that sends and receives data through cellular networks. Prominent features of the WCP include the ability to manage vehicle configurations and firmware updates remotely, create faster response times with real-tim...

General Motors will relocate its global headquarters to Hudson’s Detroit in 2025, becoming the anchor tenant at Bedrock’s development on the historic site of the former J.L. Hudson Department Store. This marks GM’s fourth headquarters location in the city since 1911, reaffirming its longstanding commitment to Detroit. redevelopment opportunities GM, Bedrock, the city of Detroit, and Wayne County will establish a partnership to explore redevelopment opportunities for the Rena...

Rosenbauer and its partner - Teikoku Sen-I Co, Ltd. have handed over the 200th vehicle from the PANTHER series to the Sendai Airport. The ceremony was held at the newly built production and delivery site of Teikoku Sen-I Co, Ltd. in Shimotsuke City, Tochigi Prefecture. Sendai Airport is located around 20 km south of the city of the same name in Miyagi Prefecture and provides international and domestic flight connections. The anniversary vehicle is a high-end PANTHER 6x6, which, like all airport...

GearGrid is proud to continue its support of the FDIC International Trade Show. The trade show will take place from April 15- April 20, 2024, at the Indiana Convention Center & Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. Fire/EMS storage solutions GearGrid is excited to attend and exhibit its fire market storage solutions. International Sales Representative, Jeff Anderson, says “The FDIC has always been one of my favorite shows." "It is a great way to connect, learn, and figure...

Fire protection in the state’s Upper Hunter region has been boosted with the arrival of a new, state-of-the-art Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) engine at Denman. The $470,000 Compressed Air Foam System (CAFS) Iveco Class 2 pumper enables firefighters to tackle structural, chemical, petrol, and grass fires, using up to five times less water than normal.  The highly efficient system combines foam concentrate with compressed air to supply fire hoses with superior ‘knock down’ c...

A Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) Command in Sydney’s inner west is trialling a concept to engage cultural communities about residential fire dangers, in their own languages, at public information sessions. FRNSW’s Metropolitan East 3, which covers the inner west of Sydney, held a successful engagement session last week with around three-dozen members of its local Chinese-Australian community at Burwood Park. Addressed in Mandarin and Cantonese The crowd was addressed in Mandarin and...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) is set to come out ‘all guns blazing’ in just over a week when the ‘fireys’ take on the Royal Australian Navy in their traditional “Ship to Shore’ Cup Rugby League match. It’s set to be a fiery encounter on Sunday, 21 April at North Sydney Oval, a curtain raiser to the NSW Cup game between Norths and Canberra. Last time the FRNSW Phoenix played the RAN Tridents, both captains were sent from the field, with the firefighters c...

The threat of fire looms large in industrial operations. The combination of heavy machinery, flammable materials, and high temperatures can turn a tiny spark into a catastrophic inferno within moments. However, with proactive measures and a robust prevention strategy, the risk of industrial fires can be significantly mitigated. They will delve into the common causes of industrial fires and explore prevention methods to help users safeguard the workplace. Damaged electrical equipment Electric...

Fotokite AG, a Swiss and US-based scale-up making fully autonomous tethered UAVs for firefighting and public safety teams, proudly announces the successful closure of its latest Series B financing round. The company has secured around CHF 10 Million ($ 11 Million) investment to further accelerate its growth, bolster its R&D and expand its operations globally. Carbyne Equity Partners, a private equity firm that invests in growing European businesses, led Fotokite’s financing round with...

Firefighters have taken possession of a new, multi-purpose tanker to protect the community in and around Condobolin, in the state’s Central West. The Mercedes Atego Class 1 tanker, valued at $660,000, has just been installed at Condobolin Fire Station. Regarded as a ‘jack of all trades’ vehicle, the tanker can travel off-road to respond to emergencies. Pump-and-roll capability The tanker boasts a ‘pump-and-roll’ capability that enables it to deliver water wh...

Coopers Fire announces they are offering monthly CPD seminars on fire curtains. The CPD seminars are designed for architects and other construction professionals across the specification chain. The seminars are free to attend and they usually require about one hour in order to present the Active Fire Curtain Barriers CPD seminar, which includes approximately 15 minutes for a Q&A session. Monthly CPD seminars on fire curtains The next monthly CPD seminar will be on Tuesday, April 16, 2024,...

Fire protection solutions manufacturer, Advanced, has supplied intelligent fire panels and evacuation alert systems to a mixed-use development at the prestigious One Victoria Square, and adjoining One Swallow Street, as part of a major refurbishment to grade A specification.   One Victoria Square One Victoria Square fronts onto one of Birmingham’s most high-profile and iconic squares and the gateway to the Central Business District. A mixed-use development, it has multiple lev...

Nice, a global pioneer in Home and Building Management solutions, announced the E+ Extended Range Sensors by 2GIG®, a new line of devices bringing enhanced security coverage to residential and commercial properties. By expanding its portfolio with extended-range sensors, Nice aims to provide end users with the peace of mind that they are protected with the latest technology, while delivering new business opportunities for integrators. Enhanced security solutions “At Nice, we’r...

On February 5, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) published a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to modernize the agency’s ‘Fire Brigades’ standard with a proposed new ‘Emergency Response Standard.’ This NPRM’s publication triggered the beginning of a public comment period that was initially scheduled to conclude on May 6. Thanks to feedback from the emergency services community, OSHA has extended this public comment period to June 21...

Firefighters at Fire and Rescue NSW’s station at Rutherford have received a new multi-purpose Tanker to deal with emergencies in the Hunter Valley. The FRNSW crew has spent several days familiarizing itself with its new Mercedes Atego Class 1 Tanker, valued at $660,000, before the truck’s official installation. The Class 1 is a ‘jack of all trades’ vehicle for FRNSW, capable of traveling off-road to reach fire scenes. Specialist Hazmat tanker It boasts a ‘pu...

CIC is issuing clarification on Designers and Principal Designers presenting evidence of competence to assist with the demonstration of designer and principal designer competence and to allow for construction site access. Part 2A of the Building Regulations (Amendment) (England) Regulations 2023 introduces requirements for any person who is proposing to appoint another person to carry out building or design work to take all reasonable steps to satisfy themselves that the person being appointed...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) firefighters have teamed up with a State Emergency Service (SES) crew to pull off a dramatic rescue in floodwaters at Dapto, south of Wollongong. The FRNSW crew, from Berry Fire Station, was called to a vehicle swamped by floodwaters in Cleveland Street around 7am. The land-based In-Water Rescue technicians attached a Personal Flotation Device to a 70mm fire hose and tried to float the PFD to the stranded motorist, without success. The Rescue effort The firefi...

Everyone at Trustee Fire & Security proudly welcomes Gary Vaughn to the TFS Team! Gary embarked on his career journey nearly four decades ago, joining AFA Minerva, a division of the THORN EMI Group, as a Trainee Sales Surveyor fresh out of engineering college. With a solid technical foundation, he quickly grasped the intricacies of the Fire and Security industry. Extensive industry experience Throughout his career, Gary demonstrated proficiency in managing sizable and intricate teams, ent...

Dräger, an international pioneer in the fields of medical and safety technology, has appointed Thomas Pearson to lead the marketing activities of its Engineered Solutions and Government Agencies divisions  This news comes as the renewed focus is given to Dräger’s Government Agencies division, with its offering expanding to include mobile thermal imaging devices, personal protective and respiratory protective equipment, and more, to protect persons placed across the de...

Dräger, an international pioneer in the fields of medical and safety technology, has supported the City of Derry Airport in modernizing its suite of personal protection equipment (PPE) and protocols to safeguard its specialist Fire and Rescue Service (FRS) from incident-based safety risk and the risks posed by carcinogens to which they are often exposed. The City of Derry Airport is northwest Ireland’s largest airport which, at its pre-pandemic peak, provided over 200,000 passenger f...