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Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) firefighters have battled an intense house fire overnight at South Kempsey, on the state’s Mid-North Coast. Four FRNSW trucks responded to the incident following numerous Triple Zero (000) calls to a home well alight on West Street at 12:30 am. Intense encroaching flames Firefighters located a dog tied up at the back of the home and quickly rescued it On arrival, crews found the home fully engulfed in fire and immediately set about fighting the blaze. Resid...

The principle of all Trace Tube Fire Suppression Systems is a simple self-activating system that offers the widest versatility, which results in an excellent cost/performance balance. Trace Tube Systems can be used in a range of applications, with the principals remaining the same; Stop The Fire Where It Starts. Electrical Panel & Switchgear Fire Suppression Electrical Panels & Switchgear Fire Suppression Tumble Dryers Plant & Machi...

FM200 Service Exchange Available From Dublin. In response to the many end-users who are not ready to move away from FM200, KSS is now offering an FM200 Service Exchange Program from their facility in Dublin, Ireland. KSS will provide tested cylinders and FM200 to match existing systems and therefore, greatly reduce system downtime. The process is 'circular recovery' and reduces the use of non-renewable resources, lowers carbon emissions and promotes zero waste. This service is free from any Eu...

KSS Fire Suppression is delighted to announce the exciting Partnership with Grenke. Since 1978, GRENKE has been helping businesses grow through offering smart finance solutions, allowing the freeing up of capital & improvement of cash flow. This synergy means that KSS Fire Suppression Solutions can now be leased, offering a level of flexibility that allows them to focus on what's important - Growth.  Flexible solutions can be tailored to the company's needs, meaning:  No large...

The only objective of any fire suppression system is to extinguish a fire as quickly as possible. Firstly, the system should alert occupants of the site to the presence of a fire, then the system will begin to emit a concentrated substance to suppress the flames. The exact nature of this substance can vary, based on the environment the system is designed to protect. Common examples include inert gas, as well as a range of liquid agents. Pirahna Systems One of the defining features of fi...

Whether users are looking at designing a fire suppression system for a new build or retro-fitting a system into an existing site, KSS can provide the relevant & required design drawings & flow calculations users need to ensure they are getting the most cost-effective, efficiently designed system for the hazards on the site. KSS will always deliver gas fire suppression solutions based on its core values of competency and compliance.

One of the industries hit hardest during the Global Pandemic was the Leisure Sector, with many Gyms & Health Clubs closing, and only reopening a fraction of their facility.  Social Distancing Social Distancing made taking a Sauna impossible so many of these facilities have been left sitting unused, and some still are. While this is not ideal for either the facility owners or those looking to avail of the services it is an ideal time to ensure the Sauna is as safe as it can be in al...

Hochiki Europe, a manufacturer of fire detection devices, is proud to announce its significant donation to the new Fire Training Association (FIA) training facility in Northwich. The company has provided cutting-edge fire detection equipment to equip the facility's practical bays, where students can gain hands-on experience with real-world fire system installations.  fire protection products Hochiki Europe’s donation to the new FIA training facility in Northwich includes major prod...

A home has suffered significant damage following a fire in Ettalong Beach on the Central Coast today. Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) received numerous Triple Zero (000) calls around 10.00 am reporting smoke issuing from the rear of a two-storey house in Burrawang Street. Crews observed large volumes of smoke en-route to the incident and upon arrival, found the home well alight. Residential fire safety More than 20 firefighters quickly got to work to contain the blaze and protect neighbouring pro...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) is encouraging residents to follow barbecue safety advice to avoid serious ‘mis-steaks’ during the October long weekend celebrations. FRNSW Acting Commissioner, Paul McGuiggan, said simple precautions and a little bit of planning helps to avoid accidents, prevent fires and keep loved ones safe. Reduce the risk of injury or damage “Have your barbecue set up in an area that has been cleared of vegetation, on a firm, level base sheltered from the win...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have extinguished a hotel fire early this morning at Burwood in Sydney’s inner west, leaving one accommodation room totally destroyed. The blaze broke out at 5.45 am on the second floor within the hotel on the corner of Paramatta Road and Burwood Road. FRNSW crews More than 35 firefighters and eight fire trucks responded to multiple Triple Zero (000) calls to flames and smoke issuing from the property. Upon arrival, FRNSW crews observed heavy smoke iss...

Carbon dioxide.ie operates from its own fully licensed premises in Dublin, supplying food-grade CO2 to customers across a wide range of industries. Whatever requirements, KSS is confident that they can provide a product and level of service that is second to none.  custom-built pump house KSS only uses fully trained technicians to refill CO2 cylinders in a custom-built pump house using all the most up-to-date equipment, and protocols.  Clients include welders, breweries, the...

An elderly man has been transported to the hospital suffering serious burns following a house fire in Frenchs Forest in northern Sydney this morning. The man self-evacuated from the home in BlueGum Crescent around 4.00 am where a fire had started and taken hold. He knocked on a neighbour's door who called Triple Zero (000) and provided initial care until NSW Ambulance arrived. Fire and Rescue NSW crews The man suffered serious burns to his face, hands and airway. Upon arrival, Fire and R...

Commercial kitchen fire suppression systems are designed to keep any fire that has started on a kitchen appliance, such as a range, griddle, or deep fat fryer from raging out of control. How the systems work Kitchen fire suppression systems are highly effective fire containment systems. Once a fire is detected, the system discharges the wet chemical through the nozzles from above the appliance but also in the plenum and ductwork. The wet chemicals cover the flames and starve the fir...

Commercial fire detection manufacturer - Nittan has announced several exciting developments to its Evolution analog addressable range, including the launch of new detectors with integral Short Circuit Isolator (SCI), and upgrades to existing devices. New to the Evolution ranges are the EV-PY-SCI Photoelectric Optical Detector with SCI, the EV-H2-SCI Heat Detector with SCI, and the EV-PYH-SCI Photoelectric Optical & Heat Multi-Sensor with SCI. new Evolution devices Both the EV-H2-SCI and t...

The WAGNER Group GmbH has received the "Innovation in Vacuum Busch Award 2017". The company was honored for its active fire prevention system OxyReduct ®. With this system, the WAGNER Group takes preventive measures to prevent fires from developing or spreading - and has already done so for hundreds of customers worldwide. At a celebration in mid-January in Maulburg, the headquarters of Busch Vacuum Pumps and Systems, Dr.-Ing. Karl Busch presented the award to the two managing dir...

Testing has found that a revolutionary PPE fabric, developed for wildland firefighting by Hainsworth Protective Fabrics and woven using Merino Wool, provides 17% more breathability than alternative blends. The brand’s ECO-DRY fabric was Thermal Evaporative Resistance (RET) tested by an accredited independent test house against a prototype wildland fabric made from a 100% meta-aramid blend. RET testing is a type of fabric testing that quantifies moisture vapor transfer and breathability....

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews suspected Lithium-Ion batteries, thrown out in household rubbish, were the cause of a garbage truck fire on the Central Coast. The truck caught alight just before 2 pm at Hamlyn Terrace, forcing the driver to dump his burning load onto Sparks Road. FRNSW crew from Hamlyn Terrace The FRNSW crew from Hamlyn Terrace was quickly on the scene as aerosol cans and other refuse exploded. The firefighters attacked the blaze with two lines of hose, as flames sprea...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have saved a paraglider who has crashed into a tree at Laurieton on the state's mid-north coast. The man's flight came to grief around 12.45 pm yesterday when his chute careered into a canopy of trees in thick scrub, around 100 meters from Lord Street. FRNSW crews FRNSW crews from Laurieton, assisted by Police and Ambulance paramedics, were alerted and used a fire trail to access the bushland. They located the uninjured man, suspended from a branch of a large...

A new Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) truck, valued at almost half a million dollars, has been assigned to protect the community of Singleton, in the state’s Hunter Valley. The Compressed Air Foam System (CAFs) Class 2 Pumper allows firefighters to tackle structural, chemical, petrol, and grass fires using up to five times less water than normal. Air to supply fire hoses The highly efficient system combines foam concentrate with compressed air to supply fire hoses with superior ‘knock...

In their everyday lives, they often visit public places such as shopping centers, cinemas, work buildings, and educational institutions. When they are involved in the activities there, most of them don’t notice an essential element of these structures – the fire exit doors. Even though they appear unimportant, when a crisis occurs, these simple exits can determine whether they live or die. This article investigates the critical importance of fire exits and illustrates why readiness...

In the bustling cities of Houston and Austin, where commercial buildings house countless businesses and schools, the importance of fire safety cannot be overstated. With the potential for devastating fire disasters, property managers and school systems must prioritize implementing advanced fire suppression systems to protect their investments, occupants, and community. FireTron, a pioneering provider in the area, offers state-of-the-art solutions designed to enhance safety and minimize risk. U...

Under the heading “heise goes INTERSCHUTZ”, a new event series by the cooperation partners INTERSCHUTZ and Heise Medien GmbH & Co. KG will kick off in January 2025. The cooperation will involve joint talks and networking events in the lead-up to INTERSCHUTZ 2026. These events will focus on overarching industry topics, such as digitalization and AI in civil protection. New event series “INTERSCHUTZ, held every four years as the world’s pioneering trade fai...

Fire protection in the state’s New England region has been boosted with the arrival of a new, state-of-the-art Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) engine at Uralla. 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. Air to supply fire hoses The highly efficient system combines foam concentrate with compressed air to supply fire The highly efficient system...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) investigators now have confirmed a fire at Auburn, in Sydney's inner west, was sparked by a faulty Lithium-ion battery. Residents of a home on Station Road had an incredibly lucky escape when the e-bike battery caught fire just after 7 pm last night. The occupants were first alerted to the fire by the smell of smoke before calling Triple Zero (000). FRNSW firefighters Firefighters ventilated the house and the battery was placed in a container of water to preve...

Allegion UK, a pioneering name in fire safety hardware and manufacturer of ‘Briton’ door controls, has launched a new ‘Fire Door Hardware Fundamentals’ guide, designed to support responsible persons through the latest fire safety regulations and fire door hardware best practice. The newly published guide draws upon key insights from Briton’s pioneering industry experts, and in response to the UK’s developing regulatory framework, aims to deliver accessib...

Dräger, an international pioneer in the fields of medical and safety technology, has provided the Sellafield Nuclear site with 65 self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) PSS Airboss® sets and six Merlin® telemetry entry control boards (ECB) to protect firefighters from the inhalation of dangerous gases during incidents and training events.  Sellafield, formerly known as Windscale, and situated on the Cumbrian coastline, is Europe’s largest nuclear site, with the most d...

Although winter has officially come to an end, Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) is urging the community to remain vigilant about home fire safety. This winter, FRNSW recorded 12 preventable residential fire deaths across NSW, an increase of four on last year’s fatality rate. There were 1,001 residential fires and 105 people injured. Cause of residential fires In 422 (42%) cases, fires broke out in kitchens or cooking areas; 95 (9%) in the bedroom In 422 (42%) cases, fires broke out in kitch...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) is currently battling a large fire at a commercial complex on Kaleski Street in Moorebank. More than 100 firefighters and 26 trucks are either on scene or on route. On arrival, crews were confronted with large volumes of smoke coming from the property and immediately set about tackling the blaze with multiple lines of hose. Two aerial platforms Two aerial platforms are also being used to douse the flames from above. Residents in surrounding buildings have been evac...

RapidSOS are excited to announce that it is officially integrated with Apple Emergency SOS Live Video, now available with the release of iOS 18! Emergency SOS Live Video allows those in need to share streaming video and recorded media during emergency calls. During an emergency call, participating emergency dispatchers can send a request to share live video or photos over a secure connection, making it quicker and easier to provide urgent assistance. Emergency SOS Live Video ECC telecommunica...