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At the TAPPI PaperCon Trade Show (Indianapolis, IN., May 5-8, 2019), Runtech and Nash will strengthen its message as a Total Vacuum Solution Provider for the Pulp & Paper Industry. TAPPI PaperCon Trade Show Nash's team of engineers set the pace by configuring and optimizing a paper machine Held at the Indiana Convention Center, the TAPPI PaperCon Trade Show will focus on “Setting the Pace”. Backed by decades of joint industry expertise, Nash's team of engineers set the pace by...

The Gorman-Rupp Company (Gorman-Rupp) has announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Jeffrey S. Gorman, the President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the company, to serve as the Chairman of the Board. New Chairman of the Board As previously announced, James C. Gorman, Gorman-Rupp’s long-standing Chairman, informed the Board, in January 2019, of his intention to not stand for re-election as a Director, at the company’s 2019 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. “Gorm...

How often do they assess their healthcare facility for signs of danger? It may sometimes seem evident but risks of fire can just be lurking in the operating room or the own clinic. Quite many of the fire accidents in medical centres are caused primarily by failure to read obscure signs of risks. Looking at the Australian government data, the period between 1998 and 2005 recording fire incidents has found that more than half of the fatalities affect the mentally ill, even now. Maintenance...

The GearCart with Hose Dryer Attachment is GearGrid’s newest addition to their line of hose drying solutions. Built to stand up to the robust demands of firefighters, the GearCart unit makes the perfect fire equipment addition to any fire station. The innovative GearCart solution allows hose to be looped through the attachments, which provides for a quick and convenient drying process. At 75” wide, the system allows fire departments to dry hose within a limited amount of space. Gea...

GearGrid is pleased to announce their continued support and attendance of the 2019 Station Design Conference, at its new location in Rosemont, Illinois, at the Crowne Plaze Chicago – O’Hare Hotel. As a Founding Partner of the conference, since it started in 2014, GearGrid believes the information provided during the conference is incredibly valuable to those in the fire industry, who are involved in the station design process. 2019 Station Design Conference GearGrid looks forward...

According to Safe Work Australia, the Emergency Plans Fact Sheet provides general guidance for persons conducting a business or undertaking (PCBUs) and workers on preparing and maintaining general emergency plans for fixed workplaces under regulation 43 of the Work Health and Safety (WHS) Regulations. The Emergency Plans Fact Sheet will serve as a guide in creating a fire evacuation diagram which is one of the elements in an emergency plan to help building occupants exit the building...

Emergencies in the workplace are unexpected, the actions taken in the initial minutes of an emergency are critical. A prompt warning in the form of an Emergency Evacuation Plan to employees to evacuate, shelter, or lockdown can save lives.   All organizations need a practical emergency management plan to minimize injuries and property damage that may result from accidents and emergencies, including personal injuries, fire, explosion, and natural disasters. Evacuation procedures Evac...

For effective emergency preparedness, an Evacuation Floor Plan is indispensable. Emergencies can occur at any place, any time, at any circumstance. At any rate, a workplace fire can cause panic and get lethal quite quickly. Experience and research have proved that an educated workforce that has been trained for emergency evacuation and office emergency closing procedures is able to save lives and lower property damage. Far too frequently, an emergency takes place and no one knows the way to rea...

Rave Mobile Safety (Rave), the globally renowned provider of critical communication and data platform solutions trusted to save lives, is continuing its successful partnership with communities in the US state of Arkansas, to support and improve response during emergencies. Statewide safety initiatives From record Smart911 interactions statewide to the life-saving role that Rave Panic Button has played in schools, Arkansas public safety is utilizing a number of technologies to assist with its s...

All workplaces must have a fire evacuation diagram and in many instances an evacuation plan. Fire evacuation diagrams can be fitted beside the MCP (manual call point), in most exit/entry areas, or placed wherever they are required mostly to primary aspects of the workplace. evacuation exercises Bear in mind the evacuation plan must consist of regular training of the employees and normal evacuation exercises. In a calendar year, all workplaces must conduct no less than 1 evacua...

The security services are responsible for all wrenches intended to access the opening of doorways, cabinet doors, manholes and the tightening and loosening of couplings, as well as hydrants and fire hydrants.  Concerning the wrenches used to tighten the couplings, POK manufactures a wide range of them, which in general have the particularity of being made out of a non-sparking material such as copper-aluminum and aluminum alloy. Steel wrenches Wrenches made of steel have the advantage of...

The Mircom Group of Companies (Mircom) has announced that they have been named as a finalist, under the ‘Builder’ category for the 2019 Vision to Reality Awards. The products that have been nominated are Mircom’s 400-Series LED Notification Appliances (Wall Mounted Horn and Strobe 400), which provide economic, societal and technological benefits. 400-Series devices 400-Series devices are the first-of-their-kind to be designed and manufactured in Canada. The energy-efficient d...

The Business Sprinkler Alliance (BSA) has announced that it is a proud supporter of FIREX International 2019, Europe’s renowned fire safety event, which is taking place at the ExCel Centre, in London, United Kingdom, from June 18 to June 20, 2019. FIREX International 2019 Set to attract a high caliber of speakers from across the industry, the FIREX International event connects the global fire and security markets and gives fire and security professionals, access to the very latest advanc...

Incident Response Technologies, Inc. (IRT), a Denver-based company, is excited to announce the release of a new mobile phone application, Rhodium Mobile, that pairs with their award-winning software platform, Rhodium Incident Management. The new application, now available on the Apple and Google Play stores, aims to increase situational awareness for incident commanders by providing near real-time tracking and status information of first responders. Rhodium Mobile Just days after its recent r...

In partnership with the Los Angeles Fire Department, Seek Thermal announces it will supply fire & rescue personnel with thermal imaging cameras as part of every firefighter's standard gear across the city when on duty. Thermal imaging cameras are potentially lifesaving pieces of equipment because they provide the ability to 'see' heat instead of light and display it on a screen. Fire & rescue professionals can find people and view their surroundings even in dangerous envi...

At the INTERPHEX Trade Show (New York, NY., April 2-4, 2019), Gardner Denver Nash will provide insight into its unparalleled expertise in providing proven, reliable vacuum solutions for the pharmaceutical industry. Held at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, the INTERPHEX Trade Show will focus is on “Celebrating 40 Years of Delivering Technology and Innovation to the Industry.” Backed by decades of application expertise, Nash's team of engineers can design and optimize an innovat...

Rosenbauer has announced that the company introduced its CleanLocker at their annual dealer meeting, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Sealed motorized CleanLocker The sealed motorized CleanLocker stores three complete sets of clean turnout gear, including SCBAs, on the officer’s side, outside behind the chassis cab. Cancer is considered to be the leading cause of firefighter deaths due to gaseous exposures, such as volatile organic compounds, which become embedded into the turnout gear. So...

Rosenbauer has announced the release of the 100’ King Cobra articulating platform, which is designed, engineered, and manufactured by Rosenbauer America. Designed for departments that desire the ability to land behind a parapet wall or reach below a bridge deck, the King Cobra articulating platform can reach up to 20’ below grade, utilizing its 8’ articulating jib and the SMART aerial’s capability to extend 12° below grade. King Cobra articulating platform A Nation...

In April, 2019, Toyne will gear up to showcase its latest fire apparatus and customization expertise at the 2019 Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC) in Indianapolis, Indiana. FDIC is the world’s largest firefighter expo and conference. The FDIC International 2019 event will be held in the Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium, from April 9 – April 13, 2019. Toyne's booth will feature a tailored Aerial and Pumper demo apparatus. Fully customized Aerial apparatus...

Did they know certain extinguishers are made for specific fire types? There are actually six main fire extinguisher types in Australia which can be installed in business premises. The various types of fire extinguishers in Australia are for different types of fire. Because of this, it's crucial that Australian businesses have the right type of extinguisher installed in their workplace. Below are some helpful Information on Fire Extinguishers and training in how to use them for business own...

Gardner Denver Nash Territory Manager, Kevin Burt, will present a lecture on ‘Liquid Ring Technology in the Oil & Gas Industry – Midstream’ at the Colorado School of Mines, on Wednesday, March 6, 2019. This lecture is part of the Petroleum Midstream Minor Seminar and will take place in Marquez Hall, Room 104 from 5:00-7:00 pm.  Nash has been known as an industry leader in liquid ring vacuum pump & compressor technology for the oil & gas industry for over 55 ye...

As part of the ‘Best Employers in NRW 2019’ competition, in which G-TEC took part for the first time, the company received the Great Place to Work Award. In the category of companies that employ 50 to 250 people, G-TEC is among the top four companies. Great Place to Work Award To investigate the attractiveness and quality of employers, the Cologne-based research and consulting institute - Great Place to Work surveyed both company managers and employees. Criteria were, for example,...

Bullard, a globally renowned company in manufacturing personal protective equipment (PPE), is opening a research and development facility in Lexington, where marketing and product development teams will collaborate, in order to develop the next generation of Bullard products and services to protect customers. “This is a great Kentucky company and we’re proud to welcome Bullard to Lexington,” said Lexington Mayor, Linda Gorton, adding “The company is opening an office in...

Streamlight Inc., a globally renowned provider of high-performance lighting and weapon light/laser sighting devices, has announced that Washmon Sales Group has been named the company’s 2018 Sales Rep Agency of The Year for the Sporting Goods market. Washmon Sales Group Washmon Sales Group, a manufacturers’ representative agency based in Rockwell, Texas, received the award in recognition for outstanding sales achievement in its sales territories, which are located in the US States o...

Streamlight Inc., a globally renowned provider of high-performance lighting tools, has announced that Allied Sales & Marketing, Inc. has been named the company’s 2018 Sales Rep Agency of The Year for the Automotive market. 2018 Sales Rep Agency of The Year Allied Sales & Marketing, Inc. is a manufacturers’ sales representative organization based in Wauconda, IL. The company received the award in recognition for outstanding sales achievement in their sales territories of Ill...

A psychology researcher at the University of New Brunswick has received funding from the federal government for her research project focused on firefighters accessing care for trauma. Dr. Janine Olthuis, an assistant professor in psychology at UNB Fredericton, is one of 20 researchers from across Canada, who has received funding through the Canadian Institutes of Health Research for projects relating to Post Traumatic Stress Injuries (PTSI) among public safety personnel, including law enforceme...

In the 1990s, portable monitors had a maximum capacity of 3000 liters per minute. To exceed this flow rate, it was necessary to use towable monitors. This explains why POK’s construction of towable monitors starts at 3000 liters per minute, which they continue to build and sell, despite the fact that their products allow them to reach flow rates of 5000 and 8000 liters per minute, in very compact and light transportable machines. Towable monitors The foldable wheelbase of the towable mo...

Explosion vents and explosion doors are often the most cost-effective solutions to mitigate combustible dust propagation. Both types of solutions are designed to effectively open at predetermined pressures, relieving pressure and deflagration. The primary difference between the two is their reusability: explosion doors can be used indefinitely while explosion vents are one-time use. Both come with their advantages and disadvantages. Which solution is better for the application? Explosion Door...

MagneGrip, a globally renowned air purification solutions and exhaust removal systems company, has announced the appointment of Maggie Rossman-Roach as the new President. In addition to Maggie Rossman-Roach’s appointment as President, Jack Rossman has also been named as the new Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Tom Rossman has been appointed as the Chief Logistics Officer (CLO) for the company. New leadership appointments The senior leadership team has over 60 years of experience in the...

POK created its first mobile foam unit as part of a fire equipment order in 1982. This fire-fighting equipment consists of a 100-liter foaming tank on wheels, a foam generator nozzle, an injector of 200 liters per minute, and a 45 mm diameter hose length. This fire-fighting equipment is used to protect factories, petroleum deposits, and high-risk installations. It involves a minimum training of the staff in fire attack department. Mobile foam units Since these first achievements, POK’s...