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WAGNER Group GmbH is continuing to expand its operations in North America. With the appointment of Dr. Kai Beckhaus as the new Managing Director of WAGNER Fire Safety Canada Ltd., based in Burlington (Ontario, Canada), the company has chosen a logistics expert who has already been responsible for WAGNER Fire Safety, Inc., the US subsidiary located in the Greater Chicago area, for nearly two years. WAGNER’s fire protection services Beckhaus brings solid market access in US and Canada, a...

Ranger Fire and Security has expanded its presence and services in Scotland with the acquisition of pioneering security specialists IRN Security – the latest business to join the rapidly growing Ranger Group. With over 14 years of experience serving businesses across and beyond the Highlands, IRN Security has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, technology-driven solutions across CCTV, fire alarms, access control, and intruder detection systems.  Ranger’s foo...

At FeuerTrutz, the primary trade fair for preventive fire protection in Nuremberg, WAGNER will showcase its comprehensive fire protection solutions for various room sizes and applications from June 25–26, 2025 at Booth 4A-315. The focus will be on storage and logistics, as well as the rapidly growing IT and telecommunications sector, particularly on safeguarding data centers. Fire Protection for Control and Server Cabinets The TITANUS RACK•SENS® aspirating smoke detector by WAG...

At FeuerTrutz, the globally renowned trade fair for preventive fire protection in Nuremberg, WAGNER will showcase its comprehensive fire protection solutions for various room sizes and applications from June 25–26, 2025 at Booth 4A-315. The focus will be on storage and logistics, as well as the rapidly growing IT and telecommunications sector, particularly on safeguarding data centers. Fire Protection for Control Cabinets The TITANUS RACK·SENS® aspirating smoke detector by W...

Blackline Safety Corp., a pioneer in connected safety technology, has announced that its new EXO 8 area monitor — the world’s only direct-to-cloud portable area monitor capable of detecting up to eight gases plus gamma radiation — has earned four major awards. These include the internationally renowned Red Dot Design Award and three 2025 Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) Industrial Hygiene Awards. EXO 8’s in industrial safety OH&S Industrial Hygiene Award...

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service (HIWFRS) is changing the way it responds to Automatic Fire Alarms in certain types of buildings as of 01 August 2025. Following a public consultation, HIWFRS will no longer automatically send crews when there is an automatic fire alarm notification in buildings with no sleeping risk, during the hours of 08:00 and 18:00hrs, unless there are confirmed signs of fire. Automatic fire alarm notifications  This policy applies to commercial, no...

Johnson Controls, the pioneer for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, launches the new Simplex 4017ES Fire Alarm Control Unit to help customers meet evolving life safety voice regulations.  Available in addressable and conventional versions, the 4017ES is a compact, cost-effective control unit that offers three communication options – fire, alarm, and non-alarm – for added clarity during emergency situations and public addresses in small to mid-size buildings. NFPA and...

Hochiki Europe, a manufacturer of innovative life safety solutions, is partnering with Jendee Trading, a global provider with nearly 50 years of experience exporting British electrical and fire safety products to the Caribbean, to deliver a series of educational seminars and customer meetings across the region. A key element of this initiative will be the active participation of the local Electrical Inspectorates on each island, underscoring the commitment to ensuring compliance with local law...

Johnson Controls, the global pioneer for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, launches the new Autocall 4017ES Fire Alarm Control Unit in the U.S. to help customers meet evolving life safety voice regulations. Available in addressable and conventional versions, the 4017ES is a compact, cost-effective control unit that offers three communication options – fire, alarm, and non-alarm – for added clarity during emergency situations and public addresses in small to mid-size building...

The Fire Safety Event 2025, a cornerstone of the industry calendar, is poised once again to present a comprehensive display of the most advanced fire detection and suppression technologies. Taking place at the National Exhibition Center (NEC) in Birmingham, the event is expected to welcome well over 12,000 fire safety professionals, including fire safety officers, building managers, architects, engineers, and other key stakeholders. Future of fire protection Hochiki has held a major role at t...

AU Vodka, the rapidly expanding premium spirits brand renowned for its distinctive gold bottles, has selected a state-of-the-art fire detection system from Hochiki Europe for its impressive new head office in Swansea. The system, installed by South Wales-based fire safety and security specialists H3 Group, provides exceptional reliability and seamlessly integrates with the building’s ultra-modern design. Safeguarding Innovation AU Vodka entrusted the project to H3 Group, a long-standing...

As workplaces have evolved over the past year or so companies should have a flexible mind as to how to best keep the office/workplace compliant. The first point is often to check the risk assessment is up to date and make sure it stays adaptable to reflect the current working practices. If users have implemented a new hybrid working practice, altered the building layout, or changed how the building is used there is an onus on the Responsible Person to consider in the Fire Risk Assessment; Ch...

A Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) is an essential component of their organisation’s overall Fire Risk Management Strategy. As with all fire safety measures, the primary goal of a risk assessment is to keep people safe. Virtually all buildings in England and Wales are required, by law, to undertake a Fire Risk Assessment (except for domestic dwellings). This article will explain the process of carrying out a Fire Risk Assessment, their responsibilities under Fire Safety legislation, as well as...

The Fire Industry Training Academy (FITA) is the benchmark provider for educating and training professionals within the fire industry. The organisation supports those seeking to gain fire safety compliance – whether an individual, small company, SME, industrial space or large-scale public sector body. FIFA can advise on what the government expects in terms of ensuring buildings are fire safe. Fire safety compliance @FITA_fire: “Training may seem like an expensive luxury, but is a...

At FireRite they have always offered a range of fire safety training in different formats. They’ve offered a range of standard training packages as well as bespoke and tailored training to meet their specific needs. The way that they approach training delivery needs to adapt and change as the world moves into ‘the new normal’. The requirements and legislation relating to fire safety for businesses have not gone away or been relaxed during the lockdown. Fire safety training is...

21st-27th of September marks Fire Door Safety Week, a week to raise awareness around a critical element of passive fire safety. Fire doors a part of the furniture in public buildings, their homes and other residential buildings. Most members of the public see fire doors all the time, but don't truly appreciate how much thought and strategic planning goes into fire doors, and how vitally important they are to their safety. Fire Door Safety Week aims to highlight the importance of fire doors to t...

As a pioneer manufacturer of high-performance sealing systems for fire doors – they have shown unwavering support for Fire Door Safety Week since its inception in 2013. Kicking off on marks a momentous 10 year anniversary of the campaign. Fire Door Safety Week (FDSW) was launched in response to a legacy of fire door neglect. Know Fire Door Basics The campaign is managed by the British Woodworking Federation and is supported by a number of partners It's a ‘mass market’ aware...

Cygnus, a pioneering developer and manufacturer of EN 54-certified and 100% wireless fire detection and alarm systems, will be celebrating an important milestone at this year’s Fire Safety Event, the two-year anniversary of SmartNet achieving EN 54 certification. The Fire Safety Event is the UK's largest show dedicated to fire and life safety and takes place at the NEC in Birmingham from 8-10 April 2025. Fire detection and alarm system Cygnus will celebrate its two-year anniversary of o...

Since they invested in the Fire Consultancy division, they were aware of the perceived ‘conflict of interest’ in the fire industry for companies like ourselves; Why? As they assess client fire safety risks and are then providing Active & Passive fire solutions to address the findings within the assessment. For some people, informing a company that they need to improve their fire safety and then, later on, assessing those improvements may appear conflicting. Because yes, they hav...

Following the tragic fire at London’s Grenfell Tower back in June 2017, it has become more important than ever to check third-party fire certification for goods and services. Although the Independent Review of Building Regulations and Fire Safety Report into the incident in which 72 people lost their lives failed to mention third-party certification, the government’s own guidance certainly does. Fire safety officers It states: “Third-party quality assuran...

Ranger Fire and Security has announced its first acquisition of 2025, with McGoff & Vickers Fire & Security Systems (MGV) becoming the latest business to join the rapidly growing Ranger Group. Run by industry specialists and service business experts, Ranger brings together high-quality fire and security (F&S) businesses in partnership to share industry expertise, resources and boost cross-selling opportunities. Fire protection services North-West-based F&S business MGV has a h...

Regarding the notion of fire safety in the workplace, fire signs are an essential part of this. These signs guide people to safety should a blaze occur, after all. They also point to where fire-fighting equipment such as extinguishers and safety blankets can be found. So important are they that the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 legislation insists certain signs are a legal requirement for commercial premises. Legal requirement for commercial premises So, what are these signs, and...

Here at FireRite, they believe in providing full training for apprentices in the industry. That involves close mentoring and monitoring the personal development of all their apprentices. They are an award-winning outfit that believes in nurturing young talent. Right now, they have positions available for which they are happy to provide apprenticeships – Fire alarm engineers, Fire Stopping Technicians and Fire Door Fitter Technicians. Fire Alarm Engineer The Fire Alarm Engineer apprentic...

Renewable hydrogen is set to play a crucial role in the energy transition. European member states are already experimenting with this promising energy carrier, and they are testing how they can repurpose existing natural gas distribution networks to bring hydrogen to the consumer. Hydrogen is a highly flammable gas. That is why technical staff working on these hydrogen distribution networks will need to be trained for safety. They will also need to be equipped with the right tools to detect hy...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews responded to a light aircraft that crashed into the top of a hangar at Wedderburn in the Campbelltown area. At approximately 9.50 am this morning, multiple Triple Zero (000) calls were received, prompting a multi-agency response to the Airport at Lysaghts Road. Controlled descent technique Specialist FRNSW rescue crews, including hazardous materials (HAZMAT) experts attended alongside NSW Ambulance (NSWA) and NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS). Emergency services...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) has used a Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS), or drone to deliver vital medication to a flood-isolated resident in northern New South Wales (NSW), supporting the State Emergency Service (SES)-led emergency response to Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred. A FRNSW RPAS team responded to a request from NSW Ambulance, who were unable to access a patient after the community was cut off by floodwater. The team assessed the feasibility of an aerial delivery of medication to th...

Charterhouse Capital Partners, one of the longest-established private equity firms operating in Europe, announces that it has agreed to acquire ESTYA, formerly ERIS. Charterhouse will invest in partnership with ESTYA’s management, who are reinvesting in the company, and alongside Chequers Capital, who will remain a significant shareholder following an initial investment in 2021. The transaction is subject to customary regulatory approval. Electronic safety and security systems ESTYA is...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) teams deployed in the state’s north continue to support the State Emergency Service (SES)-led emergency response to Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred. FRNSW water rescue teams transported a resident home whose property had been isolated by water. On arrival, the team conducted an assessment of the property to ensure it was safe to remain. Earlier this week, crews assisted a resident and their four legged, Bindi, across flood waters to safety. FRNSW operations continu...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) is deploying strike teams, drones and communications technology to support the State Emergency Service-led emergency response to severe weather conditions on the state’s north coast. FRNSW has dispatched the following resources: Seven specialized Water Rescue strike teams to assist communities in Bellingen, Lismore, Coffs Harbour, Taree, and Port Macquarie. Two 4-wheel drive tanker strike teams (8 tankers) to assist staged at Coffs Harbour. Remotely Pilote...

The new VIKING YouSafe™ Vanguard is specially designed for the Offshore industry where ergonomics, comfort and freedom of movement are alpha omega for working conditions offshore personnel face. Keeping offshore crew safe is more than basic compliance. Working for long periods with complicated tasks that require full attention means that equipment must be as comfortable as possible and provide max. mobility. And it doesn't hurt to look good! Single point indicators The SOLAS/MED-approve...