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AQUASYS partners can now use the newly revised AQUASYS demo cabin to present the unique advantages and effectiveness of the high-pressure water mist in firefighting to customers worldwide. This cabin, developed and produced by AQUASYS in-house, can be used in a wide variety of spray scenarios and thus perfectly demonstrate the functionality of the high pressure water mist. The special feature of the development is that sprinklers can also be used and thus a direct comparison is possible. The vi...

Global safety equipment manufacturer MSA Safety Incorporated announces it has completed its acquisition of Sierra Monitor Corporation in an all-cash transaction valued at $33 million. Based in Milpitas, California, in the heart of Silicon Valley, Sierra Monitor is a provider of fixed gas and flame detection (FGFD) instruments and Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solutions that connect and help protect high-value infrastructure assets. Enhancing Worker safety and accountability Sierra Moni...

After a fantastic show in 2018, STI will once again be exhibiting at FIREX International hosted at the ExCeL, London in June. Joined by 18,000 fire prevention and protection professionals, STI will be showcasing some exciting product updates. Exhibiting at last year’s show, Steve Hunt, STI Managing Director, said, “FIREX gives the industry and certainly STI an opportunity to showcase its products, both current and new.” Networking “In addition, it’s a great place...

From 15 to 17 May 2019 the International Trade Fair for Rescue and Mobility took place in Fulda. The 19th RETTmobil presented products, innovations and services from well-known manufacturers of ambulance and rescue vehicles as well as exhibitors from the fields of vehicle equipment, emergency medicine and clothing technology. ZIEGLER was back on location again this year. On the outdoor area ZIEGLER presented the following exhibits: HLF 20 with Z-Cab XL MLF with Z-Cab GW-L2 UP 4 Further...

STANLEY Security, one of the UK’s leading security providers, has installed a wireless fire alarm system at Harvey’s Windows & Conservatories, meeting their insurance requirements while saving considerable expense.   Based in Leicester, Harvey’s Windows & Conservatories Ltd. operates from a large three storey building which it owns. Harvey’s itself works out of the bottom floor and the remaining building is subdivided into units which are rented out, with th...

C-TEC will once again be exhibiting at Firex International, Europe’s biggest fire safety event. Centre stage will be Hush Pro, C-TEC’s trail-blazing new BS 5839-6 residential Grade C domestic fire alarm solution. Specifically designed to enhance fire safety in flats, apartments and other high-rise residential buildings, Hush Pro is simple-to-use and can be easily and effectively integrated with landlord systems. Other innovations to look out for include C-TEC’s new IoT fire al...

West Midlands Fire Service is supporting the National Fire Chiefs Council’s (NFCC) National Sprinkler Week campaign, from 19 to 24 May. NFCC and the National Fire Sprinkler Network (NFSN) research into sprinkler systems’ effectiveness and reliability found that they operate on 94% of occasions and extinguish or contain the fire virtually every time. The evidence also demonstrated that in both converted and purpose-built flats, sprinklers are 100% effective in controlling fires. Ins...

As a result of considerable growth within Informa’s Security and Fire portfolios, the IFSEC and FIREX senior leadership team has undergone expansion. Firstly, Informa welcomes Simon Young to IFSEC International & FIREX International as Exhibition Director. Young will be responsible for driving further growth for IFSEC and FIREX exhibitors in the flagship London events and pivot these highly regarded exhibitions into the next stages of success. Simon Young has long-standing expertise...

The Rabun County Fire Services, located in the northeast corner of Georgia, has placed a Lake Assault Boats fireboat into service on Lake Rabun, an 835-acre reservoir with 25 miles of shoreline. The new craft provides fire suppression and emergency response services for homeowners, visitors, and Georgia Power facilities located on the lake. “The combination of hydroelectric plants and a growing number of high-end waterfront single family homes in a region susceptible to wildfires make our...

Following a report by BBC’s Watchdog that highlights the hundreds of new build homes, which posed a fire risk, everybody is once again reminded of the dangerous gap between the expectation of safety, the reality of building regulations, and the performance of buildings. Lack of communication  People assume that the buildings are safe, but if a building is built to regulations, what does that mean? What do people hear? Is it that the building complies with the statutory minimums, so...

A fire system with integrated fire telephone and voice evacuation system from Advanced has been installed at an exclusive 30-storey residential high-rise in Dubai. Boasting state-of-the-art amenities, luxury interiors, a fully equipped gym and rooftop swimming pool, the Siraj Tower has become one of the most sought-after residential projects in the ambitious $64billion entertainment complex, Dubailand. As Advanced’s exclusive distributor in Dubai, Cignetix were responsible for integrating...

Keeping the workplace safe is imperative for the wellness of employees as well as customers, no matter the size and industry of the business. Companies put their employees, customers, and reputation when they take Fire Safety for granted. Furthermore, failure to send their employees to Fire Safety Training heightens the risk of accidents and fatal injuries. Maximizing fire safety and productivity in the workplace comes hand in hand. planning and training When there is proper planning and trai...

Fire Safety Training can be easily taken for granted. People are so preoccupied with their daily work and activities that they tend to forget the importance of planning the fire safety of the building. It is important that occupants or employees of a building are aware of the Fire Safety Plan and how to efficiently respond to an emergency without panic or confusion; a proper fire safety training is the key. The lack of planning and training puts everyone at greater risk. Fire safety training...

Residential smoke alarms are reaching new, advanced levels of detection and discrimination, and are being designed to help save more lives. Kidde, continuing its legacy of fire safety innovation, is the first smoke alarm manufacturer to receive certification to the UL Standard for Smoke Alarms, UL 217, 8th Edition, set to take effect in May of 2020. The new Kidde smoke alarms utilize Kidde’s TruSense sensor and are designed to reduce common cooking nuisance alarms and respond faster to di...

Euralarm has released its Annual Report 2018-2019. The period was a year of change for Euralarm. With a new President, Board, General Director and sections leaders in place and the final integration of the extinguishing section in the overall structure, the association is ready for moving forwards into the future.  The annual report covers the period running between the General Assemblies of the association. The report follows the structure of Euralarm, with every section and technical com...

Last year during Dementia Action Week, North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service signed the Dementia Friendly Charter, highlighting support to raising awareness of dementia in the community. Fire Engines For Promotion The fire service had two of their fire engines (Richmond and Skipton) liveried with the Alzheimer’s Society Logo As part of the commitment, the fire service had two of their fire engines (Richmond and Skipton) liveried with the Alzheimer’s Society Logo. They also ple...

With the recent series of fire breakouts in Australia, practicing Fire Prevention and Safety is a pressing concern in household and retail environments. Thousands of avoidable fires were recorded last year which resulted in loss of lives and serious damage to property costing millions of dollars. This stresses the danger of fire outbreaks and catastrophes they carry. Fire safety should be a primary concern at home and all business establishments. Since the majority of fire outbreaks are caused...

Is it time for the building's annual fire inspection? While a lot of people look at the fire inspection process negatively, these inspections benefit the building/business owners, in addition to those who use the building. Staying compliant means being on top of the most updated fire safety equipment and fire safety laws. fire protection benefits Keep in mind that compliance standards are there to keep people safe! Did users know that most small businesses that experience a big fire never reo...

A number of fire incidents recorded in Australia could have been prevented, most of the causes were avoidable, such as smoking, burning candles, faulty wirings and overheating of appliances. This is why fire safety should be strictly implemented at all costs. Fire protection equipment should be installed in the household or business establishment with adequate fire safety training of occupants and workers. Smoke alarms Among these fire safety equipment is the smoke alarm. Smoke alarms detect...

One of the most crucial safety components in an establishment is its fire protection system. The system must competently be able to detect and extinguish a fire, before it goes out of control. This implies the importance of having the system up to date and dependable. FCF explains in this article the top three signs that a fire protection equipment requires replacement. The system is old The efficiency of a fire protection system depreciates with time. Corrosion and leaks in fire sprinkler sy...

While the investigation continues, preliminary reports from Paris suggest that the April 15, 2019 fire that devastated the 850-year old Notre Dame Cathedral was most likely caused by an electrical short circuit. Firefighters moving quickly up hundreds of steps to reach the attic level where the fire originated were credited with preventing the damage from being even worse. The response of 500 firefighters was able to bring the fire under control within 5 hours, but only after the cathedral&rsqu...

The client is a prestigious purpose-built skin, laser and cosmetic surgery clinic based in central Birmingham. In 2018, they relocated to a Georgian building following an expansion of the practice to welcome new professional associates and provide a greater range of patient services. Their upgraded and refurbished building includes a larger operating room with dedicated recovery areas, treatments rooms, consultation rooms and waiting areas. At this clinic, plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic...

Follow these steps when a required fire protection system is out of service for repair, replacement, or another problem. Like any electronic or mechanical device, fire protection systems require periodic maintenance to assure a high degree of reliability. Occasionally, they are damaged and need repair. Often, they need replacement or upgrades. Regardless of the reason, there are times fire protection systems are shut down on purpose. Shutdown steps If there is a planned shutdown, advise...

Often considered the unofficial kick-off to summer, Memorial Day weekend includes lots of celebrations featuring cookouts and barbeques. As the holiday and warmer months near, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) reminds everyone to follow some basic precautions for safely grilling outdoors. Basic precautions for safe grilling According to NFPA’s statistics, in 2013-2017, U.S. fire departments responded to an annual average of 10,200 home fires involving grills, hibachis, or b...

Every homeowner should consider having a fire blanket somewhere in their home. After all, you never know when it will be needed. Of course, it is important to make sure that it is out of the way when it is not being used. This way, it will be in good condition in those emergencies. Below is some more information regarding Fire Blankets. Get Familiar With Your Fire Blanket If there is a fire blanket already installed in your home or office it is good to familiarise yourself with it. Take the b...

AS 1851 (stands for Australian Standards 1851) is a set of rules and regulations that ensure building owners are compliant in meeting the safety standards imposed on fire protection systems. These rules and regulations help to ensure all state and Occupational Health & Safety rules are met so the building owner can be sure they are in compliance with all applicable laws. fire protection systems AS 1851 sets the standards for all inspectors, contractors, regulators and business owners in t...

The Australian Standard 1670 (AS1670) outlines the basic requirements when it comes to the design and installation of automatic fire detection as well as alarm systems. The components for the systems are designed and manufactured in line with the AS 1603 standard. emergency warning systems According to the Building Code of Australia (BCA), emergency warning systems fall under three main categories, including: Emergency warning and intercommunication system. Emergency sound and interc...

Commercial business owners need safety devices to prevent worker injuries. Among the events that are known to produce multiple injuries and potential fatalities are fires. The most common fires in these buildings relate to electrical systems and wiring. For this reason, owners must install devices that help gain better control over these events. A Fire Control Panel could be the right answer to this anomaly. However, the first question most business owners have is, "What is a fire control panel...

Foam fire extinguishers have undergone a major transformation over the years. They originally came with a thick and gloopy texture. The foams were rather smelly due to the use of high animal protein content. Conversely, modern Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) is more evolved and advanced. It provides a more effective solution when it comes to fire extinguishing. class A and B fires This type of extinguisher is typically indicated by a blue band above the instructions. It is designed to exting...

AS 1319:1994 is an Australian standard that outlines the need to devise and implement safety signs in a work environment to ensure safe workplace behavior and practices and hazard prevention. These signs help prevent injuries by making sure both employees and visitors are alerted about the likely hazards and dangers ahead in specific environments and situations. The absence of these signs would make it difficult for the people on the floor to react to or escape an industrial accident. More Abo...