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The wireless fire alarm system is used to protect the main Circus Big-Top and the artiste tent during performances A wireless fire alarm system has been specially designed for Cirque du Soleil’s Quidam tour performances in Munich with a Kentec fire alarm control panel at its heart.  The wireless fire alarm system, believed to be the first of its type to be installed in Germany, is used to protect the tunnel between the main Circus Big-Top and the artiste dressing/h...

The Vimpex VAD23TM range of EN 54-23 Visual Alarm Device The newly developed Vimpex VAD23TM range of Visual Alarm Devices combines great aesthetics with innovative design. The detector base-mounted three-way platform sounder/beacon offers one point of installation for those requiring an EN 54 Part 23 compliant beacon and unambiguous voice messaging or multi-tone sounder. A wall mounted Banshee ExcelTM sounder/beacon, a wall mounted beacon and a ceiling beacon complete the...

Prysmian FP PLUS is installed in the safety systems including emergency lighting and smoke exhaust ventilation systems Fire protection within the dramatic Sky Garden topping the Walkie Talkie building at 20 Fenchurch Street, London, is assured by 2000 metres of Prysmian FP PLUS fire resistant cable. The Sky Garden is a three-storey high leisure and exhibition space. Its façade is created from a 980 tonne complex steel frame with integrated photovoltaic cells. Prysmian...

Advanced’s MxPro 5 components including fire panels, repeater panels and fireman’s controls have been installed One of the UK’s leading pharmaceutical research and development sites is now being protected by industry-leading Advanced fire panels following a multi-million pound redevelopment project. The complex installation encompassed a large number of buildings fulfilling diverse functions, including offices and more challenging laboratory environments. Ad...

Advanced’s QuickZone system can cover 2-12 zones and is EN54-2&4 approved Industry-leading fire systems business, Advanced, has launched a new conventional and twin-wire fire system called QuickZone. Renowned across the globe for the quality of its intelligent fire systems, Advanced now also delivers the ease-of-use, flexibility and performance it is famous for to the conventional world. QuickZone, as the name suggests is quick on the wall, quick to configure and q...

The collaboration allows Cornwall’s Control Room to receive calls and dispatch resources on behalf North Yorkshire North Yorkshire and Cornwall Fire and Rescue Authorities have approved a business case for the two Fire and Rescue Services to share a single mobilising system within their Control Rooms. Both Services have their own control room, with the North Yorkshire one being based in Northallerton. Currently all 999 calls received by the emergency operators are direc...

Prysmian’s Afumex LSX range was developed to address the speci?c needs of modern building services Prysmian’s Afumex LSX low smoke zero halogen cable has been used in a state of the art study and learning centre at the University of Manchester. The Alan Gilbert Learning Commons is the final stage of an expansion programme at the university. This entire project has been completed with sustainability in mind. The project’s architects, Sheppard Robson, specifi...

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...

Bosch’s Modular Fire Panel ensures connection between public address and voice evacuation system In the event of a fire, evacuation of the area or building concerned is always the top priority. Therefore, there is a strong need to link fire alarm and public address systems with a reliable and bi-directional connection. The latest version of the Modular Fire Panel 5000 Series from Bosch fulfils this requirement in a customer–friendly way. The fire alarm panel is n...

Two Kentec Syncro 4 loop addressable control panels and a Sigma XT extinguishing control panel were installed When International security company G4S moved their Estonian operations into a new purpose built complex in the country’s capital city Tallinn, a fire system designed around Kentec’s fire control panels was chosen to protect the architecturally innovative building. The building’s design, chosen following an architectural competition, combines innovat...

The Repeater Panel is a small remote display unit that can be connected to a 4 or 8 zone version 2 TWINFLEXpro panel Fike Safety Technology (FST) has launched a Repeater Panel as part of its TWINFLEXpro Smart 2-Wire Fire Detection System. The Repeater Panel is a small remote display unit that can be connected to a 4 or 8 zone version 2 TWINFLEXpro panel via an RS485 data link, with a maximum of 8 Repeater Panels connected to a single control panel. The unit does not itse...

INTERSCHUTZ’s 2015 TFA competition for the first time will also include team relays It’s one of the most popular items on the INTERSCHUTZ supporting program: the Toughest Firefighter Alive (TFA) competition. The INTERSCHUTZ round of TFA has traditionally been a European Championship round, but in 2015 it will feature as part of the World Championships. The preparations for the event have been ongoing for quite some time, and chief organizer Claudia Consoir-Taube ha...

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...

The new Advanced brand reinforces the values of its business and the quality of its products Advanced Electronics has recently launched a global brand that unifies its international operations and reflects the market-leading values and product advantages that have quietly made it a global success story. Now known simply as ‘Advanced’, the company has been firmly repositioned as one of the world’s leading fire systems businesses, with all of its international...

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...

The fire system based around Advanced’s MxPro panels was installed and commissioned by Firecrest Services A landmark London school, designed by one of the world’s leading architects, has had its fire system upgraded with an MxPro multiprotocol fire system from Advanced. Designed by Foster and Partners, the award-winning Capital City Academy was built to the highest standards as a new breed of school, creating an environment that nurtures and inspires young people....

SK-F485C is designed to allow new and existing Silent Knight systems to increase wire runs Silent Knight by Honeywell recently released the SK-F485C Wire to Fibre Converter, designed to allow new and existing Silent Knight systems to significantly increase wire runs between fire alarm control panels and power supplies, while providing a major boost in surge protection. Being the first wire to fibre converter to be UL listed for a non-proprietary line of fire alarm systems and...

Software enables building engineers to perform realistic desk top simulations Scientists at the Fire Safety Engineering Group of the University of Greenwich have released the next generation of the world’s most advanced evacuation and crowd simulation software, buildingEXODUS. Version 6.0 incorporates capabilities to simulate human behavior associated with the use of lifts/elevators for both evacuation and circulation. This new capability is based on data collected fro...

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...

James McWilliams is highly experienced within the industry and is focused on maintaining high standards Wessex Fire & Security has appointed a new Service Manager to help strengthen and develop its growing maintenance and service operation. James McWilliams is highly experienced within the industry and has spent a number of years working overseas in the Middle East. He will head a team of 36 at the company’s service department that is increasing in size as the firm...

Williams spent the first 18 years of his career at ICI in a number of operational, technical and sales roles FSL, the expert in fire suppression system manufacturing and service provision, has announced the appointment of Kim Williams as its new regional sales manager for the Middle East. Using his extensive knowledge of the region, Williams is responsible for generating new business and increasing the profile of the company within a variety of industry sectors. His wealth of...

The site ensures the access to detailed information about FSL’s extensive range of gaseous fire suppression products Firetec Systems Ltd (FSL), the expert in fire suppression system manufacturing and service provision, has announced the launch of its new website. The result of extensive consultation with its customers, it comprises a whole host of user-friendly features such as intuitive navigation, full search capability, and a fast and aesthetically pleasing interf...

The acquisition enhances Tyco's service capabilities in the mining industry in Chile Tyco announced recently the acquisition of Westfire, Inc., a leader in special-applications fire protection services with operations in the United States, Chile and Peru. Westfire provides critical special-hazard suppression and detection applications in mining, telecommunications and other vertical markets. Their full range of fire protection services includes hazard analysis, as well as sys...

Robin will work to bring in new business in the key London and the South East marketplace Leading fire systems manufacturer Advanced has boosted its team in South East England with the appointment of Robin Kemp as regional sales manager. Formed in the UK 14 years ago, Advanced now markets its panels, fire systems, fire paging and suppression and extinguishing control panels in over 60 countries worldwide. The company’s continuing growth is in part due to exceptional...

At INTERSCHUTZ 2015, Rescue, Fire Prevention and Flood Protection theme areas will have keynote status The INTERSCHUTZ fair is a five-yearly international feast of innovative equipment and solutions for fire departments, disaster relief and rescue organizations and the safety and civil defense sectors. Organized by Deutsche Messe, it will next be held just under two years from now – from 8 to 13 June 2015 – in Hannover, Germany. Deutsche Messe anticipates that the...

Representatives and delegations from the world’s leading security enterprises visited CPSE 2013 At CPSE, major Chinese and global security products manufacturers, including Panasonic, Huawei, Bosch, Honeywell, Samsung, Sanyo, Sony and Siemens presented their innovations, find reliable partners and achieve critical goals. The newest products from around the world will be on display, running the entire gauntlet from video surveillance, access control, anti-intrusion and...

The agreement will allow Wormald to distribute TetraKO water enhancer in New Zealand TetraKO, LLC, the fire suppression subsidiary of EarthClean Corporation, recently announced that Tyco New Zealand Limited – trading as Wormald, a part of Tyco International – is the exclusive TetraKO water enhancer distributor for New Zealand. Wormald is a leading provider of fire protection and suppression solutions for a wide range of industries and applications. “We are v...

Advanced’s MxPro multiprotocol fire control panel offers performance and quality across a choice of detector protocols A networked fire system driven by Advanced’s intelligent MxPro, multiprotocol, fire panels has just been installed to protect a £9.5m historic restoration, at the heart of the UK City of Culture 2013 celebrations in County Londonderry, Derry City, Northern Ireland. Advanced’s MxPro panels are the leading intelligent, multiprotocol, fir...

Suzanne has struck gold yet again at an international competition to recognise the best in the Police and Fire Service Vimpex Ltd are proud to have sponsored the World’s Toughest Female Firefighter, Suzanne Enghed, as she struck gold yet again - taking the top prize at an international competition to recognise the best of the best in the Police and Fire Service. The 34-year-old, who works as a full-time firefighter at Cheltenham West fire station, took two gold medals a...