Fire Suppression System Accessories news

The WAGNER Group GmbH acquires a majority stake in A.F.I. Solutions, based in Saint Ouen l'Aumône, Greater Paris, France, thus continuing its expansion in the European economic area. A.F.I. has established itself as a fire protection provider in the French market over the last 16 years and has grown successfully on its own in recent years. fire protection portfolio In addition to sprinkler and water spray extinguishing systems, the system portfolio also includes foam extinguishing syste...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) responded to an automatic fire alarm at a production process facility in Bomaderry on the state’s South Coast overnight. On arrival around 10.00 pm, firefighters were confronted with two collapsed silos spilling grain into the Shoalhaven River. An exclusion zone was established around the affected silos and approximately 65 workers were safely evacuated. Providing ongoing situational awareness Approximately 20 firefighters remain on scene, including FRNSW Haz...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) AUS02 Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) team has been successfully reclassified to provide national and international urban search and rescue assistance following three days of intensive simulations. FRNSW’s AUS02 USAR team was assessed by a team of international experts from the International Search and Rescue Advisory Group (INSARAG), which sits under the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA), passing all 172 of the strict r...

Halon – FM200 – FE36 – FE13 & Refrigerant Gases, these are all either Halons or Fluorinated Greenhouse Gases and require Licenses/Certificates/Authorizations for Recovery/Transport/Storage and Shipping. If taking any of the above for Waste or Service Exchange the restrictions apply – To Everyone. The Law The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) states: "The collection and transport of waste, returned or...

Did users know that 80% of businesses that are affected by fire never re-open or close down within 18 months? The new technical standard helps harmonize legislation across the industry by creating consistent hazard classifications, performance testing, and service and maintenance guidelines.  EN 16282-7 | KSS - The Irish Fire Suppression Experts The standard moves the restaurant industry toward more effective commercial kitchen fire protection helpin...

The WAGNER Group GmbH has appointed Oliver Morfeld as Managing Director of its subsidiary - WAGNER Fire Safety Pty Ltd. based in Melbourne with effect from 14 October 2024. In Oliver Morfeld, the company has gained an experienced Manager with many years of expertise in managing technical companies.  Oliver Morfeld Born and raised in Germany, Oliver Morfeld has lived and worked in Australia and the Asia Pacific region for almost 30 years. His extensive knowledge of the market will play a...

Edwards, a global pioneer in fire alarm, mass notification, and hazard warning systems, has introduced a major update to the Genesis™ LED Notification Appliances portfolio with the launch of Genesis™ LED High Candela series. These enhanced products will address critical needs in the market, to help provide protection and address challenges in a variety of large indoor open spaces. Edwards is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, a global pioneer in intelligent climate and energy sol...

A fire in a kitchen restaurant has caused significant damage to a food court in Circular Quay in Sydney overnight. Sixteen fire trucks and more than 60 firefighters responded to the incident following numerous Triple Zero (000) calls about the blaze in Gateway Sydney just after 9.00 pm. Significant fire activity On arrival, crews observed significant fire activity spreading through the flue (exhaust system) in a kitchen of one of the eateries, with large volumes of black smoke issuing from th...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) has safely contained the chemicals responsible for a reaction and minor elevated radiation levels outside the University of Sydney Sports Aquatic Centre in Darlington. These contained chemicals are being handed back to the university for disposal as per its licensing agreement. Baseline background levels In conjunction with the NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA), further testing has confirmed that radiation levels have returned to their baseline background...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, launches the new Tyco® ESFR-25 Dry-Type Pendent Sprinkler offering efficient, FM Approved fire protection for commercial refrigerated and frozen storage areas.  The dry-type sprinkler is used in applications where the water is supplied from a wet system in an adjacent conditioned space. It is designed for dependable operation in cold storage areas up to 50 feet (15.2 meters) in height with temperatures...

Hyperion Equity Partners-backed Ranger Fire and Security has announced the latest acquisition of Dublin-based fire suppression company, KSS Fire Suppression (KSS) with funding provided by ThinCats, the alternative finance provider for mid-sized SMEs.  acquisition of KSS The acquisition is Ranger’s first deal outside the UK, while simultaneously broadening out the Group’s proposition. Ranger has strong ambitions to continue growing through Ireland, drawing on CEO Mark Bridges&r...

Hochiki Europe, a global pioneer in fire safety technology, is excited to announce its participation in the Romanian Security Fair 2024, taking place from October 16-18, 2024, in Bucharest. The company will showcase its market-pioneering fire safety solutions, including the Ekho hybrid wireless devices, Latitude fire alarm control panel, and FIREscape Nepto emergency lighting.  Innovative products Visitors to the Hochiki Europe stand will have the opportunity to explore these innovative...

Ranger Fire and Security has announced the latest acquisition of Dublin-based kitchen and gas fire suppression company, KSS Fire Suppression (“KSS”). The acquisition marks Ranger’s first expansion beyond the UK and into Europe, whilst simultaneously broadening out the Group’s offering. Ranger has strong ambitions to grow out its offering through Ireland, drawing on CEO Mark Bridges’ experience and background in scaling European businesses. Ranger’s...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) is reminding the public about the importance of having a working smoke alarm, with the devices preventing tragedy in a recent spate of house fires. In August, a Mudgee resident was alerted to a fire in their living room; the result of a piece of fireplace timber that hadn’t fully extinguished from the night before. FRNSW firefighters In September, FRNSW firefighters were called to a home on Constantia Road, where an oven fire had taken place. Last week,...

Ranger Fire and Security has announced the latest acquisition of Dublin-based kitchen and gas fire suppression company, KSS Fire Suppression (“KSS”).   The acquisition marks Ranger’s first expansion beyond the UK and into Europe, while simultaneously broadening out the Group’s offering. Ranger’s leadership Ranger’s leadership is also considerate of the platform that the acquisition provides for future growth Ranger has strong ambitions to gr...

Interested emergency organizations can now order the new PANTHER 6x6 electric. The fully electric twin of the legendary PANTHER unleashes its full power in pure electric mode and achieves faster acceleration and top speed than a conventionally powered aircraft rescue and firefighting (ARFF) vehicle. The significant reduction in CO2 emissions during daily operations—from deployment to training and standby—also supports the aviation industry and airport operators in achieving their c...

Fire-Dex, the nation’s fastest-growing manufacturer of PPE for first responders, and  Gear Wash, a subsidiary of Fire-Dex and the country’s largest Independent Service Provider (ISP) of PPE care and maintenance, have filled one position and promoted three associates over the last quarter. At Fire-Dex, Molly Moneypenny was hired as a Quality and Compliance Manager and Wyatt Eckroth was promoted to CAD Associate, while over on the Gear Wash side, Yunia Barbeira Rodriguez and Trevor Go...

When production halts unexpectedly, it disrupts the entire supply chain, causing delays in product delivery and potential loss of customer trust. Financially, the costs can be substantial, including lost revenue, overtime pay for workers, and expenses for emergency repairs. Additionally, frequent downtime can damage equipment, reducing its potential lifespan and increasing maintenance costs. Thermal imaging Thermal imaging, also known as Thermography is a powerful tool for preventative mainte...

Historically, disasters linked with fire are known to badly impact communities all over the world. Nevertheless, in recent years, there has been a notable drop in damage caused by fires in countries that have put into action detailed programs for awareness about fire safety. This amazing improvement is proof of how teaching and readiness can safeguard lives and properties. The Evolution of Fire Safety Education The way they manage fire safety has grown a lot from just 'stop, drop, and roll' i...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have extinguished a house fire early this morning at Fairfield East in Sydney’s west, leaving the residence severely damaged. The blaze broke out at 3.40 am in the laundry, where it penetrated into the roof cavity and quickly spread through the rest of the roof, causing it to collapse.   FRNSW crews FRNSW crews observed fire through the roof of the single-level building, which extended from the rear More than 22 firefighters and six fire truck...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews recently played a pioneering role in a multi-agency car crash exercise at Doyalson. The simulated crash was staged to allow firefighters and NSW Ambulance paramedics to work together to fine tune their skills in emergency vehicle rescues. The mock scenario involved the collision of two cars, causing a rollover, with multiple patients requiring medical attention. Vehicle stabilization and rescue techniques Firefighters from Doyalson practiced vehicle stabiliza...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) firefighters at Kariong Fire Station are now certified to fly the station’s Remote Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS), or drones, acting as ‘eyes in the sky’ for the Central Coast and Lake Macquarie communities. The qualifications have followed a five-day Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) course and multiple sessions with FRNSW’s Aviation Team, endorsing the firefighters to fly their drones at night. Safety of emergency workers The aerial...

Seven Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) firefighters from Berry Fire Station are now certified to fly the station’s Remote Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS), or drones, becoming the first emergency service in the Shoalhaven to achieve accreditation. The qualifications have followed a five-day Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) course and multiple sessions with FRNSW’s Aviation Team, endorsing the firefighters to fly their drones at night. Safety of emergency workers The aerial platfor...

Why is this required - Under IS EN 1968 2002: Annex B, the Pressure Testing Interval for Fire Extinguishing media, used for Emergency Purposes is 10 years. Who is responsible - The Owner or End User of the Fire Suppression System is responsible and should ensure that their Fire Suppression Cylinders are pressure tested prior to the 10th anniversary of the cylinder's original test date. This means that fire suppression cylinders should be pressure tested every 10 Years. What is Service Exchan...

Sparkling ideas and technological innovations can be found at LogiMAT 2018 in Stuttgart – the hotspot meeting of the logistics industry. The WAGNER Group will be presenting its solutions for Logistics 4.0 there from March 13 to 15, 2018. The focus will be on the active fire prevention system OxyReduct® in combination with the early fire detection system TITANUS®. Innovative solutions Fire protection expert has specialized in innovative solutions for value-focused...

The Chair of the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC), Mark Hardingham, will be standing down in March 2025 when his four-year term of office comes to an end. NFCC recently held an election for a new Chair, with all serving UK Chief Fire Officers and those who had served as a Chief Fire Officer within the last two years eligible to stand. NFCC individual members Three very capable candidates put themselves forward, with the voting taking place across all NFCC individual members during Septembe...

EU Regulation # 517/2014 sets out to control the use of HFC’s in the Fire Suppression Sector, and with FM200/HFC-227ea being included in the Montreal Protocol (2016 Kigali amendment coming into effect in January ‘19), the long-term use of this Gas is not viable from either a financial, or ethical perspective. The phase-down of HFCs will culminate in 2030 at a 79% reduction from 2015 levels, impacting most HFC markets and applications, including fire suppression. In addition, si...

The principle of all pneumatic fire suppression systems is a simple self-activating system that offers the widest versatility, which results in an excellent cost/performance balance. Using linear detection tubing installed throughout the asset it’s covering it can not only quickly and accurately detect a fire, but also suppress it, before it can damage adjacent components. These systems can be used in a range of applications, with the principals remaining the same-stop the fire where it s...

KSS is delighted to bring the Do-Mist Suppression System to the Irish Market. This system has been designed specifically to provide a cost-effective suppression system option to those responsible for fire safety in student accommodation & assisted living facilities. It is based on an innovative method of extinguishing fires with water mist. The system operates on low pressures and is safe for the environment, as it only uses water and compressed gas. Unique properties of the system Drople...

AMFE Advantages at a Glance: Easy to use. Easy to install (can be retrofitted). Variety of customer-specific operating & releasing temperatures available. No water is being used (gas). Scalable. Robust and shock tolerant. NOVEC or CO2 as an extinguishing agent. Usable in various applications (home, industry, automotive, etc.). Mechanical release; no electric power supply required. Release mechanism: qualified in the automotive and sprinkler industry. Automatic Fire Extinguis...