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Fire protection in Sydney’s south-west has been boosted by the arrival of a state-of-the-art fire truck for the Rosemeadow Fire Station. The Scania P320 Class 3 Pumper is valued at $950,000 and will replace the station’s existing appliance that has served the community faithfully over the last 15 years. The new truck is built to Euro 5 standards to reduce emissions and keep firefighters safe. The engine’s cabin can seat up to five firefighters and allows them to exit the appli...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have begun training on one of its latest replacement vehicles, a $950,000 state-of-the-art Pumper appliance being stationed at Mascot, in Sydney’s inner south. The Scania P320 Class 3 is fitted with in-cabin Breathing Apparatus-equipped seating for five firefighters. It features a Compressed Air Foam System (CAFS), which allows the truck to significantly reduce water usage, allowing a more efficient dispersal of foam and water and reducing run-off when ex...

Landscape professionals have been turning to the tested and reliable power solutions from Vanguard Commercial Power for decades. From rugged single-cylinder engines to cutting-edge lithium-ion battery packs, the power provider’s expertise will be on full display at Equip Expo 2024 show. Show attendees will find the latest commercial engine and battery pack technology from Vanguard in the Briggs & Stratton indoor booth (#5016) and outdoor booth (#6480D) in Louisville, Kentucky, USA, fr...

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...

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...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews have battled to contain a workshop fire early this morning at Kurri Kurri, in the Hunter Region. More than 60 firefighters and 15 fire trucks responded to multiple Triple Zero (000) calls to flames and smoke issuing from the plastic repurposing facility. FRNSW crews The blaze broke out just after 11 pm on Thursday, and continued through the night taking firefighters 4 hours to get the ‘4th alarm’ fire under control. Upon arrival, FRNSW crews were...

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...

E2S Warning Signals has introduced the new H1 range of heat detectors. Globally approved to UL, cUL, IECEx, and ATEX standards with explosion-proof, flameproof, increased safety, and intrinsically safe protection, the H1 range is available as part of the D1x and D2x families with marine grade, copper-free LM6 aluminum termination enclosures, in the STEx family with 316L stainless steel enclosures and the GNEx with GRP enclosures.  UL521 and CAN/ULC-S530 approved The H1 range contains Ex...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Darley was recently awarded a significant contract by the Department of Defense (DoD). The contract is an indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) agreement and is part of a larger award that is shared among multiple contractors. This new ten-year contract will provide equipment, training, and product support valued at $2.6 billion over the next ten years. This is a significant achievement for Darley, and a fifth iteration of the contract over the past twenty years. Cooperative purchasi...

Fire & Emergency Services Equipment (F&ESE) Contract–Darley was recently awarded a significant contract by the Department of Defense (DoD). The contract is an indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) agreement and is part of a larger award that is shared among multiple contractors. This new ten-year contract will provide equipment, training, and product support valued at $2.6 billion over the next ten years. This is a significant achievement for Darley and the fifth iteratio...

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...

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...

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...

Whelen Engineering announces a Product End of Life (EOL) for original models of 5G Series Super-LED® lightheads. The last day to order original models is October 1, 2025, and must be for immediate shipment only. Scheduling orders for delivery at a future date will not be permitted. Interested individuals can learn more about the features and technical specifications of the upgraded 5G Series on the company website. Please reach out to a Whelen sales representative for more information.

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...

WAGNER has been active in the field of technical fire protection systems for 40 years. The German family business has its own research and development department and has more than 700 patents in its portfolio. Driven by its own desire to continue to advance the topic of safety, the company is involved in working on standards and in various committees. For example, WAGNER is active in the fire alarm systems specialist group of the ZVEI (Central Association of Electrical Engineering and Electrica...

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...

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...

Four firefighters from Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service are set and raring to go by breaking three grueling world records when they take part in the Ipswich Half Marathon. Crew Manager Paul Shattock, and Firefighters Grant Whitehead, Ashley Buxton, and George Trott will be running the 13.1 miles on September 22 in firefighting equipment. Paul Shattock Paul is a Crew Manager at Bury St Edmunds fire station and Grant, Ashley, and George are all based at Ipswich East station. They aim to raise &p...

New options for the WeCanX® 2250 Warning Light Array are available, providing even more lighting solutions for various applications. WeCanX® 2250 New Options Users can now customize their WeCanX 2250 with a choice of flat, angled, or mixed end cap styles. Cables are now available in 25, 35, 45, and 55-foot lengths. Contact a Whelen sales representative with any questions. To order, select the desired base model. Then add the end cap selections from the options table.