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Kentec’s Syncro, Sigma and Elite product ranges will be on show with range of site-specific fire control panels London’s ExCel Centre provides the perfect opportunity for leading fire detection and alarm control product manufacturer Kentec Electronics Ltd. to showcase their extensive EN, UL & FM, marine, analogue, conventional & extinguishing ranges of fire control panel solutions at FIREX on stand E120 from 16-18 June, 2015. Life safety system specia...

The event will be organised around 3 days of educational sessions, keynote speakers, trade exhibition and more ASIS International, the global organisation for security professionals, has announced that it will hold its 15th European Security Conference and Exhibition on 6-8 April 2016 in London. ASIS Europe 2016 - A unique business security summit The ASIS 15th European Security Conference and Exhibition (or ASIS Europe 2016) is a unique business security summit that is expe...

The newest addition to the Center Parcs family is being protected by the latest MxPro 5 panels from Advanced Industry-leading intelligent fire systems manufacturer Advanced, has been chosen to provide protective panels for a major new Center Parcs UK short break Village. The newest addition to the Center Parcs family, in Bedfordshire, called Woburn Forest is a 362-acre, £250 million development and is being protected by the latest MxPro 5 panels from Advanced. One of t...

Thermocable’s cable-based detectors provide early detection of changes in temperature With a 45-year heritage of research, investment and planned development, Thermocable Flexible Elements, one of the world’s leading company in linear heat detection systems. This Yorkshire-based company is able to provide both digital and analogue linear heat detection options and it is one of the world’s largest and most experienced providers of such technologies.&n...

The event will offer a strong and forward-looking platform for East and Central Africa Having acquired a South African subsidiary with several events in the middle of this year, Messe Frankfurt is continuing to expand its portfolio in Africa. Trade & Fairs Consulting GmbH, planetfair GmbH + Co. KG, organisers of the only security trade fair in East Africa, and Messe Frankfurt are to come together to form a strategic partnership. As of 2015, the trade fair will be oper...

Sinteso fire detection system features advanced intelligence which delivers high level of protection against all types of fire hazards The cost, risk to lives and drain on firefighting resources led the London Fire Brigade (LFB) to announce a stringent new rule which came into effect last year. Organisations are now being fined if they have more than nine false alarm call-outs in a year. The LFB states that despite a 7.3% drop in the number of call-outs after the introduct...

Choice Fire & Security Solutions has completed wireless (radio) fire and security systems installations for a new 60-cover cafe located in a refurbishment of one of the oldest, Grade 1 listed, buildings in West Malling, Kent. This is the latest installation for the property portfolio of Choice’s client Market Town Developments. The 65 High Street site of the new Hungry Guest Café has been dated at least as far back as the 1400s and contains a number of significant features of a...

NCT eXplosive Asia 2015 will discuss current topics related to C-IED and EOD challenges in Southeast Asia and the world The Chief of the Malaysian Armed Forces, General Tan Sri Dato (Dr.) Zulkifeli bin Mohd Zin, will deliver the opening address at NCT eXplosive Asia 2015. IB Consultancy is much honoured that this is the second time the Chief of Armed Forces is opening an NCT event. NCT eXplosive Asia 2015 will take place from May 12-14 at the Le Meridien Hotel Kuala Lumpur an...

Seven of FFE’s Fireray 3000 optical beam smoke detectors were installed in the indoor field To ensure the safety of its players and staff, the Detroit Lions NLF team has selected FFE’s optical beam smoke detectors to provide the fire protection for its 8,500 square metre, full-size indoor practice field. The indoor practice field is part of the Detroit Lions’ £24 million headquarters and training facility in Dearborn, Michigan. Financed by the For...

Napco Security Technologies is pleased to introduce the new Wireless Gemini Commercial Carbon Monoxide Detector, model GEMC-WL-CO. This high-quality carbon monoxide (CO) detector has a built-in supervised, digitally coded wireless transmitter, and visual and audible alarm and low battery indicators. Designed for detection accuracy and reliability, it's part of both the Gemini and Gemini Commercial Grade wireless lines, and supported by NAPCO's GEM-RECV and Commercial GEMC-RECV Series Supervised...

Providing effective fire detection for high value property, modern residential and commercial, is a challenge. The voluminous spaces and aesthetic considerations are a couple of key issues that must be considered when choosing and installing effective fire detection solutions. The amazing creativity of modern building designs, being or have been built in considerable numbers, present a new set of challenges for fire detection solutions. The Gherkin, a building FireVu help protect, is just one...

The event to discuss about oil and gas developments across all Red Sea countries The Red Sea Oil & Gas 2015 Summit, organised by IRN on 23rd-24th February in Dubai will gather Government Officials and senior executives from international and national oil companies to discuss about oil and gas developments across all Red Sea countries. Government officials from the Ministry of Petroleum of Somalia, the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources of Jordan, the Ministry of Min...

INTERSCHUTZ 2015 generally attracts around 1,300 exhibitors from more than 40 countries Dr. Thomas de Maizière, Minister of the Interior, praised the commitment of the many volunteers working with Germany’s technical civil defense organisation, the voluntary fire service and other relief organisations. According to de Maizière, who is also serving as the patron of INTERSCHUTZ 2015 in Hannover, approx. 1.7 million volunteers form the backbone of Germany&...

The Speech stress the importance of gas sensors in ensuring worker safety Wilson Tan, Regional Business Leader of Honeywell Industrial Safety Sensors APAC, delivered a keynote speech at this year’s China Occupational Safety and Health exhibition (COS+H) to stress the importance of gas sensors in ensuring worker safety. The event, held in Beijing on 23-25 September, is the largest occupational safety and health show in APAC and attracted more than 20,000 visitors thi...

The three-day event nears sell-out three months ahead of opening its doors for the 17th time World's premier safety and security exhibition expects stronger than ever turnout as global players converge in growing market. A record turn-out of safety and security companies from Germany, UK and the USA will be at the forefront of international participation at Intersec 2015, as the three-day event nears sell-out three months ahead of opening its doors for the 17th time. Organis...

The Fike Corporation was recently recognized as the Large Business of the Year by the Blue Springs Economic Development Corporation (BSEDC) at their EMPOWER Business Awards celebration meeting. This was the inaugural EMPOWER Business Awards event designed to celebrate the importance of business and entrepreneurship in Blue Springs and highlight the unique business and civic spirit in the community. The award recipients were selected based on economic factors such as growth, development, capital...

The Multi Detector is the fire detection solution for manufacturing – combining Visual Smoke Detection, flame and thermopile technology for the first time for fire safety industry professionals. FireVu is introducing the first fire detection solution for manufacturing that combines Visual Smoke Detection (VSD), flame detection and now temperature sensing technology in the form of a built in thermopile. The Multi Detector will offer manufacturers a solution that will identify and analyze...

Over 12,000 metres of Prysmian’s FP PLUS cable was specified for fire alarm systems in the refurbishment of both the tunnels In excess of 12,000 metres of Prysmian’s FP PLUS enhanced fire resistant cable was specified for the fire alarm systems in the significant refurbishment of the Queensway and Kingsway tunnels in Liverpool together with the iconic art deco ventilation stations. The Queensway tunnel, known locally as the Birkenhead tunnel, was opened by King Ge...

Fike has expanded their Atlas rupture disc product line to include Inconel 625 material of construction. The material will now be offered in sizes 1″ (DN25), 1.5″ (DN40), 2″ (DN50), 3″ (DN80), and 4″ (DN100). Inconel 625 paired with Fike’s G2 technology creates a rupture disc with outstanding corrosion resistance at a wide range of temperatures. In addition to burst pressures ranging from 60-1500 psig (4.13-103.42 barg), Inconel 625 is the preferred material...

The new spray can holder’s heavy-duty, steel and aluminum design keeps cylindrical cans up to 2-3/4” dia Keep the compartments organized with Zico's new QUIC-MOUNT Spray Can Holder, Model QM-PMH-2. The heavy-duty, steel and aluminum design keep cylindrical cans up to 2-3/4” dia. secured where customers need them most. Lowers risk of rolling, denting, leaking, and puncturing. Great for use with spray/marking paint, Rapid Tool Guard, silicone spray, bug spray,...

Sprue was recognised for its campaign alongside Gis A Hug to keep more people safe from dangers of CO in Northern Ireleand Sprue Safety Products has won the Best Marketing Campaign title at Northern Ireland’s Plumbing & Heating Awards 2014. The company was recognised for its campaign alongside local charity Gis A Hug to keep more people safe from the dangers of carbon monoxide (CO) in Northern Ireland. The company joined forces with The Gis A Hug Foundation to help...

Advanced’s MxPro 4 panels are integrated with water-based sprinklers, deluge foam systems and inert gas suppression A key part of Malta’s power network, the 2012 extension of the Delimara Power Station, is being protected by a new fire system from industry-leading fire manufacturer Advanced. The contractor, BWSC, selected Advanced’s MxPro 4 fire panels for the fire system at the new diesel engine plant at the Delimara Power Station, which was commissioned in...

The survey also covered Hochiki’s products with 96% of respondents saying product quality was ‘very good’, or ‘excellent’ Hochiki, leading manufacturer of commercial fire detection solutions, has announced the results of its latest wide ranging survey of both UK and overseas customers, revealing extremely high levels of service delivery across all customer- facing functions. Hochiki carefully tailored questions to suit each department, including...

Fike Corporation’s Tom Farrell has earned the prestigious William H. Doyle award. The award will be presented in New Orleans, Louisiana at the Loss Prevention Symposium during the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) Global Congress on Process Safety held March 30-April 3, 2014. Given annually since 1984, the William H. Doyle award recognizes the best paper presented at the previous year’s Loss Prevention Symposium. Information contained in the submission must have appli...

Advanced’s MxPro 4 network offers long-term security for buildings Providing a fire system for the most sacred site in Scotland was always going to be a challenge, especially considering the remoteness of its historic location, but for the custodians of Iona Abbey global fire systems manufacturer Advanced was the only choice. Located on the Scottish island of Iona, south west of the Isle of Mull, the Abbey is at the heart of a globally important religious centre, founde...

Crowcon’s F-Gas detector provides an effective gas leak detection package Fluorinated (Freon) gases, which include hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs), hydro-chlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) and sulphur hexafluoride (SF6), are a family of man-made chemicals containing fluorine. These ’F-gases’ are extremely powerful greenhouse gases that trap heat in the atmosphere, contributing to global warming – most are between 1,000 and 20,000 times more...

The system is based around Hochiki’s Enhanced Systems Protocol, a communications solution for intelligent fire detection Located in the Kentish town of Sittingbourne, Milton Court School is a one-form educational establishment for children aged 3-11 years old. Over 250 staff and pupils occupy a two storey Victorian building that has undergone extensive refurbishment over recent years to create a stimulating, comfortable and energy efficient learning environment. However...

To celebrate 100 years, Prysmian will be running series of commemorative events at its various sites throughout 2014 20th January 1914 saw Pirelli cables sign the agreement to build its first cable factory in the UK. 100 years later the company - now called Prysmian Group - is not only the largest cable manufacturer in the world but, unlike its competitors, continues its commitment to manufacturing in the UK. To celebrate 100 years of continuous production, the company will b...

Siemens Sinteso fire alarm system is integrated with ASA technology making it efficient & reliable False alarm callouts are costing London £37 million annually and the economy approximately £1 billion in lost productivity. The cost, risk to lives and drain on firefighting resources has led the London Fire Brigade (LFB) to announce a stringent, new rule which came into effect on the 01 January 2014. LFB's stringent, new rule for more than ten fals...

Fusion Advanced has a complete wireless and wired device range, is easily networked and via an extensive peripheral range Fusion Advanced, one of Australia’s leading fire systems businesses has rebranded marking the final step in its integration with global fire systems manufacturer, Advanced. Fusion Advanced started life as Fusion Fire Systems in 2007, delivering world class expertise and know-how to the Australian market. It became part of the Advanced business in 201...