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Fire detection and warning systems are necessary for all kinds of industrial facilities such as businesses, factories, warehouses, and all kinds of buildings to minimize the loss of life and property and to take precautions against fire hazards. To protect the lives of the employees, or building occupants during danger and to prevent damage to the materials and machinery in the building, routine checks of fire alarm systems should be made, and all components must work flawlessly and in sync. We...

There are just over two weeks left for people to have their say on draft plans published by South Yorkshire’s fire service–including proposals for how quickly it should respond to different types of emergencies.  South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue says it will still aim to attend every single 999 call as quickly as it possibly can, but that having a set of published response times will make it more accountable to local people, help it to improve its service and bring them in lin...

Dive into the world of pioneering snow sports protection with the Oakley MOD1 PRO I.C.E. snow helmet - an unrivaled blend of style and safety.  Oakley, a brand synonymous with innovation and performance, once again takes center stage with this helmet designed for the adventurous souls conquering the slopes. Oakley's MOD1 PRO I.C.E. helmet From its advanced safety features to the sleek esthetics that define Oakley's legacy, the MOD1 PRO I.C.E. Helmet stands as a testament to the bran...

REV Fire Group, comprised of REV Group, Inc. manufacturers of fire apparatus E-ONE®, KME®, Ferrara™, Spartan Fire Chassis™, Spartan Emergency Response®, Smeal™, and Ladder Tower™, is pleased to announce the appointment of Brian Connely as Director of Project Management-Sales for REV Fire Group. Brian Connely, a seasoned pioneer with 20 years of experience in the fire industry, will be responsible for supporting sales initiatives across all REV Firebrands. He...

Carrollton Fire Rescue (CFR) was recognized as Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Provider of the Year by Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital, in Plano, Texas, USA, on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at the hospital’s Quarterly EMS Luncheon.   Each year, administrators, physicians, and nurses at Texas Health select a Provider of the Year after reviewing EMS calls and determining which had the most significant impact on a patient. CFR’s rigorous training In September, Carrollton...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) firefighters, battling a blaze in a grain silo at Leeton in the state’s Riverina last week, have discovered a new use for their Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS), or drones, that is expected to significantly reduce the length of emergency operations. The smoldering, slow-burning fire broke out in a silo containing 600 tonnes of field peas, within a local business last Friday (24 November). Low levels of smoke were issuing from the top of the silo....

Get in the holiday spirit by coming out to enjoy the IEOA Truck Parade and Food Drive on Saturday, December 2! A fleet of over 80 commercial trucks and buses will light up the streets of Victoria for the annual truck parade and food drive, hosted by the Island Equipment Owners Association. IEOA Truck Parade The IEOA Truck Parade starts in Victoria at the Breakwater District at Ogden Point at 5 p.m. and finishes at Royal Bay in Colwood at 8 p.m. approximately. The route will begin at the...

No matter whether airfield, industrial, or municipal vehicles: the electronically controlled turrets from Rosenbauer have impressed around the world for many years with their reliability, robustness, performance, and sophisticated technical details, which include: Light alloy base body Hollow steel nozzle with flow reduction Electrical full/spray jet adjustment Manual emergency operation goal: be the best in terms of technology and performance The technologies of the components and the...

Kentec Electronics, a manufacturer of life-critical control systems, will showcase its world-pioneering range of extinguishant release panels and its depth of fire detection, alarm, and control portfolio at Intersec 2024; demonstrating how the future of the industry lies within open-protocol technology. The award-winning Taktis® Fire will take center stage, with the UL and EN variants exhibiting a new era of integration with fire safety systems being connected with building infrastructure a...

Electric vehicles (EVs) are starting to charge up India’s transportation sector. As part of the country’s aim to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2070, the government has set ambitious targets for EV adoption over the next decade. By 2030, it wants electric models to make up 30% of private cars, 70% of commercial vehicles, and 80% of two and three-wheelers sold. EV charging access To support this vision, India needs to build out a vast, convenient, and reliable charging infrastr...

The fire industry faces an exciting journey ahead, as it aligns with the vision of a sustainable, net-zero world. Paving the Way to Sustainability While the fire safety industry remains indispensable in safeguarding lives, buildings, and essential infrastructure crucial for the green transition, it’s evident that the industry faces an exciting journey ahead as it aligns with the vision of a sustainable, net-zero world. Unlike some other sectors, the fire safety industry is just beginnin...

Euralarm is one of the co-signers of the Manifesto Keeping EU Citizens Fire Safe in all buildings. The undersigned organizations, representing the European fire safety sector, call for the European institutions to prioritize fire safety in buildings and to develop and promote a consistent strategy with Member States for the fire safety of all people who live and work in buildings. In 2024, almost 450 million citizens from across the European Union will have the opportunity to elect their repres...

Whelen popular ION Mini T-Series light heads are available with TRIO functionality!  Discover the flexibility brought by three-color lighting combinations, allowing users to independently control each color in the smallest TRIO-capable light head to date. ION Mini T-Series light heads The ION Mini T-Series light heads deliver high-performance warning and illumination capabilities in a compact footprint that’s perfect for areas with limited space. With a sleek and low-profile desig...

Dräger, an international pioneer in the fields of medical and safety technology, is sponsoring the Emergency Service of the Year category at the FIRE Magazine Excellence in Fire and Emergency Awards for the second year running. Sponsorship reflects Dräger’s commitment to supporting and celebrating the achievements of services that have made a significant difference in fire and emergency performance in the most critical incidents of the past twelve months. ESOY award The Emerge...

ARA Indigenous Services, in conjunction with ARA Electrical, is nearing completion of the regional rail project at the Mindyarra Maintenance Center. Many of ARA’s customers are looking for meaningful Indigenous engagement in Australia. ARA works to integrate the various services and installation capabilities with ARA Indigenous Services, which has delivered many major contracts in conjunction with ARA Divisions. Mindyarra Maintenance Center The Mindyarra Maintenance Center is being buil...

Metron Energy Applications was founded in Greece in 1997 to offer integrated fabrication and construction solutions in the Oil and Gas Industry. Ever since, the Company has grown rapidly to national and international prominence, expanding its activities to other fields, such as power, aviation, water, marine, and food industries, and is involved in projects in more than 45 countries worldwide. fire detection system Formula Techniki S.A. was commissioned to install a new fire detection system...

A fire can strike at any time—even when least expecting it. But is there a time of day when fires are the most likely to start? Examined official government data from 2010 to 2023 which recorded the number of fires by hour of the day in England to find the following: Fires are most common between 7:00 pm and 8:00 pm in the evening. Fires are least common between 6:00 am and 7:00 am in the morning. Visualize the data in the charts below. On the x-axis, can find a year-on-y...

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) is crediting a smoke alarm for saving the lives of two people as fire engulfed a townhouse at Auburn, in Sydney's west. Around 20 firefighters and six fire trucks responded to the blaze, which broke out on Park Road, near York Street, just before 6 am. Flames consumed the upper level of the two-floor home, burning so intensely they caused the roof and walls to collapse. Containing the fire FRNSW crews battled for almost an hour to contain the fire, preventing...

If users are well accustomed to the firefighting industry, then the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is nothing new. For decades, the NFPA has set codes and standards for all aspects of safety regarding the firefighting community. No matter what line of fire duty users are in, these guidelines have impacted users in some way. Oshkosh Airport Products explains why these NFPA guidelines matter and how users can contribute to improving the safety of the fire industry. NFPA Standar...

Staying on top of vehicle maintenance is crucial for fleet managers. Regular servicing and upkeep not only extend the lifespan of the fleet but also ensure the safety and efficiency of the operations. However, manually keeping track of service schedules, mileage, engine hours, and various inspections can be a time-consuming task. Enter the Whelen Cloud Platform® (WCP®), with its new Maintenance feature, designed to make this process easier than ever before. Automating Maintenance Gone...

Firefighters with the Verdunville VFD said that wildfires on Dingess Mountain in Logan County have been going on for the past few days, with crews going out to the area about six or seven times. Firefighters said fires burned down an abandoned house on the mountain on the 4th of November 2023 evening, and about 10,000 - 15,000 gallons of water have been used as of that night to protect homes from exposure. water tankers and manpower Verdunville firefighters said other departments have also as...

Following the devastating and deadly fires on Maui, and subsequent questioning before Congress on its role in the disaster, the Hawaiian Electric company on Friday issued a news release concerning its Wildfire Safety Strategy. Reduce the risk of wildfires Hawaiian Electric announced actions it is taking as part of its Wildfire Safety Strategy, particularly in drought-stricken areas at elevated risk for wildfires. “With the events of Aug. 8 fresh in our minds, safety remains our top...

A new WeCanX® Expansion Module to support CenCom Core® control systems is available in 10-30VDC. 16-output expansion module While some expansion modules operate exclusively on 12 VDC power, the new 16-output expansion module supports systems operating across the 10-30 VDC range, such as Core-R™, Core-C™, and Core-S™ which is available in a 24VDC variant.  This new offering will provide additional options and increased capabilities for system configurations. ...

AX’s FireScout AI, a groundbreaking solution harnessing advanced AI technology and tailored algorithms, is the pioneering provider that has the capability to identify the early stages of a wildfire. Once smoke is detected, notifications are sent to emergency response teams reducing response time by up to two hours, safeguarding lives and property, while mitigating the impact of natural disasters. Recognizing the growing significance of AI technology, AX is set to expand its global pr...

FieldEquip, a powerful and customizable Field Service Management Software platform, takes immense pride and satisfaction in announcing that following the successful completion of the Service Organization Control (SOC) 2 Type 1 audit in August 2023, it has now successfully completed its Service Organization Control (SOC) 2® Type II certification. This recent accomplishment illustrates FieldEquip’s continuous commitment to creating and maintaining a secure operating environment for its...

A supermarket belonging to Russia’s Lenta food retailer chain caught fire in central St. Petersburg on Saturday, and its roof was completely destroyed, but there were no casualties, Lenta and Russian news agencies reported. Rescue services evacuated people from a shopping mall that housed the supermarket after the fire was reported at 08:30 local time, (05:30 GMT), the head office of St. Petersburg emergencies ministry said. It quickly became a huge blaze, not being brought under control...

Honeywell Gent one of the pioneering brands in fire and life safety, has launched the first fire alarm system with EN-approved self-testing smoke and heat detectors that can be tested automatically, changing the way life safety systems are commissioned, tested, and maintained. The Gent Vigilon panel with Self-Test provides scalable, reliable protection, efficient monitoring, and flexible reporting enhancing the fire engineers’ efficiency. efficient and reliable systems &ld...

Euralarm, Eurolux, EAPFP, and Modern Building Alliance will organize a webinar on attracting talent for the fire safety sector during the first day of the European Fire Safety Week.  On November 13, starting at 13.30 CET Euralarm, Eurolux, EAPFP, and Modern Building Society will organize the webinar Attracting Talent: A Fire Safety Sector Fit for the Future.  Webinar speakers Speakers will be Krzysztof Biskup of the European Fire Safety Alliance, Andrew Bailey of Rathbone Results, G...

The Fire and Rescue Incident Statistics 2022-2023, published (Tuesday, 31 October 2023), coincided with the Annual Performance Review (APR) held in Aberdeen. The figures show that more than half of all incidents were false alarms. Firefighters attended 4,305 dwelling fires, which is down seven percent from the previous year. Flooding incidents increased this year with 3,139 attended in 2022-2023, up from 1,617. The Minister for Victims and Community Safety, who attended the APR event, expressed...

Whelen is excited to announce that they’ve developed a Build-a-Bar solution for TRIO WeCanX models of Liberty II and Legacy lightbars!  They recognize that every department, agency, or fleet has unique emergency warning needs and requirements. TRIO lightbars And as the demand for TRIO lightbars continues to grow, so does the need for more customized lightbar configurations.  Users can build TRIO models of these lightbars in WeCad™ to meet the exact needs and specificati...