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SOCOTEC Group, a global pioneer in testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) in the construction and infrastructure sectors, has been providing services in Germany for 15 years. The first acquisition was Canzler in 2008, a specialist in consulting, engineering, and management of complex real estate projects, followed in 2017 by ZPP Ingenieure, technical experts in Infrastructure and energy projects, and by Schollenberger Kampfmittelbergung in 2018, a pioneer in EOD (Explosive Ordnance Detect...

SOCOTEC UK, the market pioneer in testing, inspection and certification (TIC) in the construction and infrastructure sectors, has acquired Hutton + Rostron (H+R), renowned specialists in Building Pathology. This strategic move establishes SOCOTEC as the sole UK company offering end-to-end solutions for all building types, including commercial, residential, industrial, and listed buildings alongside the whole asset lifecycle. The challenges faced by today’s complex construction and built...

Established in 2012, SLS is a premier consultant providing building code compliance, fire protection engineering, and accessibility solutions in new and existing buildings.  SLS professionals navigate the complexities of construction projects to achieve compliance and safety standards throughout the project lifecycle. With operations in Miami, Boston, Atlanta, and New York, their innovative fire and life safety solutions are delivered through a collaborative approach with project stakehol...

Kirk Smith of Allegion UK reviews a dangerous inconsistency in fire safety, outlining why fire doors deserve the same respect as the other day-to-day items people use around their homes, work, and places of leisure. Whether it’s boiling the kettle, charging the phone or changing a lightbulb, it’s second nature to be cautious when handling a potentially dangerous object. The common appliances, technologies, and commodities found around homes and places of work can pose risks, and f...

Euralarm will organize a webinar on Fire safety in EV parking garages on October 14, 2025. The rise of electric vehicles (EVs) has brought both environmental benefits and new safety challenges. The nature of EV construction is to protect the battery cells from weather, surface water spray, and damage in normal use, and this presents a challenge in delivering extinguishant to the cells. Therefore, it is extremely challenging, if not impossible, to stop in-cell thermal runaway inside the tractio...

In support of greater fire safety standards, Allegion UK has announced the launch of its new Fire Door Hardware Logbook, a practical guide designed to assist responsible persons with hardware installation and maintenance. Allegion has unveiled its latest customer resource in line with this year’s Fire Door Safety Week, with an aim of drawing attention to two of the most prominent problem areas of fire door safety in improper installation and inadequate maintenance. Allegion’s new...

A waking watch is a temporary fire safety measure used when a building has significant fire risks, such as unsafe cladding, inadequate compartmentation, or no building-wide alarm system. It replaces the standard “Stay Put” approach with a “Simultaneous Evacuation” policy, ensuring occupants can be alerted and evacuated quickly in the event of a fire. Waking watch duties typically include: Constant Patrolling: Trained personnel continuously patrol all floors and the b...

It’s true that one of the main reasons one would get an intruder alarm system fitted for their business is to prevent break-ins. But these days, professionally installed intruder alarms offer much more than just that. From employee safety to satisfying the insurance and having eyes on the business at all times, the benefits of a modern commercial intruder alarm system make them a crucial security investment for businesses of all sizes. This article goes over what intruder alarms are, why...

Fire protection specialist WAGNER will be presenting its portfolio for rail transport at this year's TRAKO in Gdansk from September 23 to 26, 2025. TRAKO is considered one of Europe's major trade fairs for traffic systems and railway infrastructure and offers a central platform for international exchange on current developments in the industry. At booth B01, WAGNER Rail GmbH will present innovative fire protection solutions for the rolling stock. The company will demonstrate how its pioneeri...

Firefighters can find themselves in challenging situations on the job every day, and they expect their equipment to be working and to help keep them safe on each call.  MSA Safety, Inc., and Bristol Uniforms, Ltd., understand this expectation, and this week, at the Emergency Services Show (ESS) in Birmingham, United Kingdom, both are showcasing how their expertise in fire safety solutions and in fire equipment care can help firefighters and fire brigades enhance efficiency and safety. Fi...

Andy Mathes has joined Oshkosh Airport Products as Business Unit Director, leading the strategic direction of the company’s airport firefighting vehicle business. Mathes brings extensive experience in revenue growth, product management, business development, and cross-functional leadership. He joins from Plexus Corporation, where he most recently served as Global Customer Director, and previously held progressive operational leadership roles at Amcor, a global Fortune 500 company headqua...

Leicestershire Fire & Rescue Service (FRS) has selected Motorola Solutions’ command center technology, including Control Room Solution (CRS), to strengthen the service’s call handling and emergency dispatch. The solution will help to increase the speed, effectiveness, and resilience of Leicestershire FRS’s incident response to support frontline and community safety. Ongoing software maintenance will help ensure the critical system remains current. Serving a population of...

Organizers of Secutech Thailand - Thailand’s major fair for security and fire safety for commercial and industrial premises, announced at the press conference at Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok that the 2024 edition will return to the Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre (BITEC), in Bangkok, from 30 October – 1 November 2024. Over 80 key local industry players were in attendance, and key stakeholders discussed the industry development and upcoming market trends with the a...

Pac Fire is pleased to introduce the AS/NZS 2161.6:2014 certified, composite structural firefighting gloves from premium PPE supplier Bristol Uniforms. The composite gloves combine Nomex fabric on the back of the hand with hard-wearing, cowhide leather on the palm, thumb, and flexible absorber. The GORE-TEX CROSSTECH moisture barrier is both waterproof and breathable. It also offers protection against the penetration of viruses and bacteria found in blood and body fluids, as well as protection...

Only when an organization has identified the project’s requirements should it begin to engage with the relevant fire-stopping manufacturer, like Quelfire, to identify the available tested solutions for requirements. Once there is a portfolio of details, the designer can then gather all the information and communicate it to the supply chain. This part of the process is paramount in ensuring that all the relevant, competent trades are not only happy with the design but can also efficiently...

INTERSCHUTZ 2026, taking place from 1 to 6 June in Hanover, will be shaped by what many are calling a “turning point”. With eleven months to go before the event starts, strong exhibitor interest is already evident for the world’s pioneering trade fair for firefighting, rescue, and civil protection. “Nearly three-quarters of the nine exhibition halls are already booked, and only a few spaces remain available on the open-air-site,” says Bernd Heinold, Head of INTERS...

For care home owners and managers, fire safety is one of the most critical parts of that responsibility. Lives depend on it. In recent projects, such as the installation of a new Category L1 fire alarm system at Lavender Lodge Nursing Home, Midland Fire’s fire alarm installers worked in a live environment, carefully planning to keep residents safe while ensuring full compliance with the latest fire safety standards. This reflects the realities many care homes face – balancing resid...

New Government data of fire and rescue service incidents analyzed by HETAS for Chimney Fire Safety Week (CFSW), reveals that Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service responded to 181 chimney fires over the last year, the most out of all counties in England.  Dorset and Wiltshire follow in close second with a combined 113 chimney fires; Hereford and Worcester are third with a combined 95; North Yorkshire follows in fourth with 90; and Norfolk fifth with 86 chimney fires reported between...

Responding to reports regarding culture in the fire and rescue service, the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) has reiterated that the behaviors outlined are wholly unacceptable, making it clear there is no place for harassment, bullying or discrimination in any workplace. NFCC is committed to working with all fire and rescue services to support open and inclusive workplace cultures. Responding to the reports, National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) Chair - Mark Hardingham said: “I am appal...

A South Yorkshire recruitment campaign aims to change perceptions of women in the fire service. South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue’s ‘A Firefighter Is A Firefighter’ campaign includes a new hard-hitting video, which highlights the fact that all firefighters meet the same standards and do the same job regardless of their gender. At the same time, the service will be publishing a fresh episode of its official podcast, Shout, featuring women from across the service. The service h...

The Fire Standards Board (FSB) is delighted to announce the launch of two new Fire Standards - Fire Control and Communications & Engagement. The development of the Fire Control Standard was driven by recent major incident events, such as Grenfell and the Manchester Arena bombing. It addresses the fundamental and strategic role that Fire Control plays from initially receiving the first contact through to the very close of an incident. Standardizing and refining This Fire Standard’s...

Secutech Vietnam 2025 came to a close on 16 August at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre (SECC), after bringing together key stakeholders and buyers from across Vietnam’s security and fire safety sectors. With a strong focus on promoting smart city advancements, the 18th edition spanned 13,000 sqm and featured 480 exhibiting brands from 17 countries and regions, including Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, Japan, Korea, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Singapore, Slovenia,...

Rosario Sicari, Risk Analyst in TECSA, completed the PECB ISO 31000 Risk Manager course organized by PECB in collaboration with Chaos Consulting last November, 27th. The course, lasting 3 days, allows students to acquire a complete knowledge of the fundamental principles, structure, and process of risk management based on ISO 31000, also providing an in-depth knowledge of best risk management practices.  It is preparatory to the certification exam aimed at applying for the title of &ldquo...

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) released findings from its third annual industry survey conducted at the NFPA 2025 Conference & Expo, the premier conference for fire, electrical, and life safety professionals. The survey highlights how people across the skilled trades are viewing industry changes and where their fields are headed, against the backdrop of persistent labor shortages and growing demands fueled by infrastructure investment and technological advancement. Rapid...

A fire risk assessment is the first step in the fire safety plan. Let’s go over why users need one for their business, what they involve and who can help them get it sorted. Birmingham is a dense urban environment, with buildings that range from historical houses to modern high-rises, and as a city it poses unique challenges when it comes to fire safety. That means that when choosing a contractor to carry out the fire risk assessment, one should look for one with experience in the area,...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have rescued a Pomeranian precariously perched on the side of an apartment building at Wentworth Point, in Sydney's west. Firefighters were called around 9:45 last night to the complex on Burroway Road, where the dog, named 'Cash', was stuck on a ledge on the 7th floor. Among the FRNSW resources deployed to the scene was a ladder truck, which allowed trained personnel to safely reach the higher floors to retrieve 'Cash'. Fire crews The balance of the mission...

The bravery and dedication of 80 firefighters from Newcastle and Lake Macquarie will be formally recognized tonight at a special Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) awards ceremony. Firefighters, from a range of the 20 fire stations across the Metropolitan North 1 region, have been awarded National Emergency Medals during the function at Wallsend. There were 11,774 fires fought across 5.5 million hectares during the Black Summer crisis. That represents around seven per cent of the state. Strike Teams...

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation business, in partnership with the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC), is proud to announce the 2025 IAFC Fire Chief of the Year honorees. Volunteer Fire Chief Daniel Krushinski of the East Franklin Fire Department in Somerset, New Jersey, and Career Fire Chief Jeremy Craft of the Lehi Fire Department in Lehi, Utah, have been named this year’s recipients. Since 1996, the IAFC has annually recognized one volunteer and one car...

A fire alarm’s a fire alarm, right? Wrong. While the basics are the same – a fire is detected and an alarm sounds – there are several elements that make a commercial and a domestic fire alarm system very different from one another. Commercial fire alarm systems are far more advanced and regulated than a standard fire alarm system found in someone’s home. The risks at a commercial setting are often substantially higher than at a domestic one, meaning the level of protecti...

Luca Fiorentini, Director of TECSA S.r.l., publishes with the prestigious publishing house John Wiley and Sons, the first international book dedicated exclusively to risk management with barrier-based methodologies, including Bow-Tie and Barrier Failure Analysis, explained with references to theory and exemplified through a series of case studies from different sectors. The book stems from the author’s internationally recognized experience in the application of qualitative and quantitativ...