Fire Emergency Response - Case Studies

Hochiki Europe has brought the thrill of live football to the heart of the Gillingham community, awarding 35 coveted tickets to a Gillingham FC home game to the deserving Medway Soccer Academy. The academy, a grassroots initiative providing affordable football training to local children, emerged as the winners of Hochiki’s “Golden Ticket” competition.  Essential equipment and kit Medway Soccer Academy addresses the financial barriers that prevent many children Founded...

Oshkosh Airport Products, an Oshkosh Corporation business, announced the delivery of two Oshkosh Airport Products Striker® 6x6 ARFF vehicles to MET – Montreal Metropolitan Airport — formerly known as Montreal Saint-Hubert Airport. The new ARFF units will play a key role in supporting emergency operations as MET undergoes a significant transformation into a major domestic airport in Canada. MET’s new ARFF units were supplied through Oshkosh Airport Products’...

Fire protection solutions manufacturer, Advanced, has supplied an intelligent fire panel with wireless detection to iconic Scottish knitwear brand Eribé. An Advanced MxPro 5 analog addressable fire panel has been installed at Eribé Knitwear to provide industry-pioneering protection that is high-performance and fault-tolerant. The system was installed following a fire risk assessment, which required Category L2 coverage. Internal and external systems Founded in 1986, Eribé...

Merriman Grange, a beautiful new care home from Cinnamon Care Collection, located in Worthing, West Sussex, is designed to provide a warm, comfortable, and thanks to Hochiki's ESP range, safe environment for its residents. Offering exceptional care across three floors, including a dedicated dementia unit, the home prioritizes the well-being of its vulnerable residents. Robust protection with needs Ensuring comprehensive fire safety in such a complex domain is paramount, needing a tailored app...

Fire and Rescue NSW crews responded to a fire involving a car carrier on the Hume Highway at Denham Court, in Sydney's south west. The prime mover, carrying several new hybrid vehicles, was successfully detached from the trailer; however, five of the vehicles were destroyed by fire. Lithium Battery Risk The hybrid vehicles containing lithium-ion batteries, added to the complexity to the operation. Lithium-ion batteries can ignite with significant force when exposed to fire. Crews removed the...

Fire and Rescue NSW firefighters have worked throughout the night to free a driver from a wreckage following a crash between two B-double trucks in Oolong, east of Yass in the NSW Southern Tablelands. Three fire trucks, including a technical rescue truck and hazardous material truck, and 12 firefighters arrived on scene on the Hume Highway after reports of the collision between the two vehicles. Complex Rescue Operation A B-double truck veered off the road and rolled over before a second B-do...

Fire and Rescue NSW crews are striking the right chord with festivalgoers at the Tamworth Country Music Festival, ensuring fire safety takes centre stage at the iconic event, which attracts around 70,000 visitors each year. As part of a larger fire safety campaign running throughout the festival, FRNSW is conducting a blitz on smoke alarms in caravans, motorhomes and annexes. Firefighters are checking and replacing alarms to ensure all campers have working smoke alarms. Encouragingly, fewer sm...

Three Fire and Rescue NSW officers have been awarded the Australian Fire Service Medal in Australia Day Honours. The recipients of the top emergency service recognition include Superintendent Gregory Houston, Station Officer Samuel Parkhouse and Grafton Captain Garry Reardon. Exceptional Bravery The Australian Fire Service Medal is one of the highest honours an Australian firefighter can receive. Established in 1988, the Australian Fire Service Medal is one of the highest honours an Australi...

Fire and Rescue NSW crews battled a large house fire last night after a blaze broke out in a caravan and spread to a two-level home in Bonnells Bay, on the western shores of Lake Macquarie. Just after night, more than 30 firefighters and 10 fire trucks responded to multiple Triple Zero calls to heavy smoke and fire coming from the property on Wood Street. Blaze Breakout On arrival, crews found the caravan fully involved in fire, with flames spreading inside the house. Initial reports indicate...

Fire and Rescue NSW’s Corrimal Fire Station is celebrating a century of serving and protecting the community north of Wollongong. FRNSW Commissioner Jeremy Fewtrell joined dignitaries including the Federal Member for Cunningham Alison Byrnes and the NSW Minister for Health and Member for Keira Ryan Park at the station on Saturday. Heritage Celebration Local Aboriginal Elder Uncle Peter Button conducted a Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony. A book detailing the station’s 100-y...

The large and dangerous industrial fire and hazardous materials emergency at St Marys in Sydney's west has now been upgraded to a 14th alarm - the highest available level. Crews continue to battle the blaze however large stocks of chemicals and gas cylinders involved in the fire are making conditions highly volatile. Extreme Fire Conditions Firefighters are operating in extremely hot conditions, with temperatures exceeding 35 degrees Firefighters are constantly repositioning due to the explo...

Fire and Rescue NSW Hazardous Materials crews remain at the scene of yesterday's major fire and chemical emergency in Sydney's west. More than 100 firefighters and 20 fire trucks were confronted by 60-metre-high fireballs at the waste recycling plant in Christies Street, St Marys. Industrial Fire Fallout FRNSW is working with site management, the NSW Environment Protection Agency and Comcare Burning gas bottles and chemicals caused numerous explosions at the height of the blaze, forcing auth...

Fire and Rescue NSW has embraced the latest Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems technology to assist with firefighting operations at a significant blaze and chemical emergency at a waste facility in Sydney's west over the past 24 hours. Massive Fire Erupts The huge fire broke out at the recycling plant in Christie Street, St Marys. At the height of the intense blaze, more than 100 firefighters and 20 fire trucks were deployed around the site. To assist with operations, FRNSW utilised a fleet of...

A man has died in a serious truck crash on the Hume Highway near Campbelltown, with Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) working to extinguish an intense blaze at the scene. At approximately 6:30am, FRNSW crews responded to calls of a truck crash and fire on the Hume Highway. Firefighters Tackle Truck Hazmat firefighters monitored water run-off to ensure it did not enter waterways On arrival, firefighters found a truck and trailer well alight and immediately set about extinguishing the blaze. Motoris...

Lucent Square, a new residential development in Leeds, has been equipped with Advanced’s EvacGo evacuation alert system to enhance resident safety and ensure compliance with the BS 8629 Code of Practice. Covering 54 apartments across six floors, the system features a standalone EvacGo panel located at the main entrance and provides fire and rescue services with a reliable method of alerting residents in an emergency.  Installation of evacuation alert system Installation of an evacu...

Fire and Rescue NSW fighters have extinguished a fire that occurred in a commercial laundry in Parramatta. Remote Site Survey The site has been declared a crime scene and handed over to NSW Police as a matter of procedure. Investigators will return to the site tomorrow, following consultation with engineers, to continue examining the origin and cause of the fire. FRNSW Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (drones) have been used to safely assess the site and will be deployed again tomorrow to ass...

Fire and Rescue NSW crews have successfully battled a fire which engulfed part of a large mechanical workshop overnight at Rutherford, in the state’s Hunter region. FRNSW crews from Maitland, East Maitland and Rutherford rushed to the business in Mustang Drive to discover flames had spread through the reception area of the workshop. Firefighting Efforts Firefighters forced their way inside and attacked the blaze, containing it in just over an hour, limiting the spread to nearby business...

When the George and Abbotsford Hotel in Melrose urgently required an upgrade to its existing fire alarm system, Safe Services installed a new Advanced MxPro 5 analog addressable fire panel to provide industry-pioneering protection. George and Abbotsford Hotel The George and Abbotsford Hotel is located a 5-minute walk from the historic St Cuthbert's Way and Melrose Abbey in the Scottish Borders. A popular, busy hotel it attracts guests who are keen to walk in the footsteps of St Cuthbert across...

Fire and Rescue NSW firefighters have rescued three people following a significant fire in a large residential unit complex in Malabar, in Sydney’s east, overnight. More than 40 Fire and Rescue NSW firefighters and 10 fire trucks, responded to numerous Triple Zero calls to a fire on the top floor of the three-level building in Bilger Crescent. Rapid Fire Response Firefighters entered the property and worked quickly to attack the blaze and bring it under control On arrival, crews were m...

Fire safety is one of the most critical paths of industrial operations especially in manufacturing plants. Factories handle a lot of combustible materials, flammable liquids and electrical machinery that can cause fires if not properly managed well. Palladium Safety Solutions completely specialize in providing top tire safety solutions to protect businesses from catastrophic fire hazards. Here in this case study, people can learn everything about how the fire safety solutions prevent a major di...

Oshkosh Airport Products, an Oshkosh Corporation business, announced the delivery of two Oshkosh Airport Products Striker® 6x6 Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) vehicles to the Directorate General of Civil Aeronautics (DGAC) of Chile. The new vehicles will enhance emergency response capabilities at the Chacalluta de Arica Airport and Araucanía de Temuco Airport, maintaining the customer’s full Oshkosh ARFF fleet at both locations. reliability, trust, and security &...

CED Fire Protection were engaged to carry out the dry fire protection to the Glen Iris 4-level apartment building consisting of 16 high-end apartments with one large basement designed by Ewert Leaf. As part of the work, they installed a Pertronic fire indicator panel FIP with BOWS building occupancy system, smoke and heat detection was installed, as well as integrating control to security and mechanical services.

The iconic Eco-Power Stadium, home to Doncaster Rovers F.C., has undergone a significant upgrade to its fire safety system. In partnership with JLA Fire and Security, the stadium has adopted pioneering fire safety manufacturer Hochiki Europe, innovative open protocol technology to ensure the safety of its 15,231 capacity crowd and staff. This strategic move has not only enhanced the stadium’s safety infrastructure but also streamlined operations and reduced maintenance costs. New systems...

CED Fire Protection was engaged to upgrade the existing fire indicator panel and field devices due to continual false alarms, which was interrupting guests and staff. As part of their works carried out, they installed a new fire indicator panel FIP with BOWS building occupancy system, smoke and heat detection, as well as integrating control to security and mechanical services.

Hochiki Europe, a global provider of innovative fire safety solutions, is proud to announce its nomination as a finalist in the Electrical Contracting News Awards for Lighting Project of the Year. The nomination recognizes the exceptional work on the FIREscape Nepto installation project at the Unity Theatre in Liverpool, done earlier in 2024. Need: fire safety solution Unity Theatre, a historic venue renowned for its diverse programming of community initiatives and historical architecture, re...

Reel Cinemas in Bahrain’s popular Marassi Mall has enhanced its fire safety infrastructure by installing a state-of-the-art Axis AX fire alarm system from Advanced.  Axis AX fire system The installation was designed to protect both cinema-goers and staff across a wide range of areas, including seven cinema screens, an IMAX theatre, VIP lounges, the kitchen, a waiting lobby, and common areas. This project was spearheaded by Alpha Fire & Safety and used the powerful Axis AX...

Baydale Control Systems has taken control of its stock management using a BigChange 6-in-1 system. Specializing in electronic security and fire alarm systems, Baydale moved to the cloud-based solution to improve its client record management, provide visibility of the mobile workforce, and offer digital certification. Since implementing, BigChange has allowed Baydale to improve profitability by allocating routine jobs and ad-hoc call-outs 80 percent faster and boosting engineer productivity by 3...

A blend of historic charm and modern functionality, the Printworks Belfast has undergone a significant renovation to meet the demands of contemporary office spaces, while preserving its Victorian heritage. Central to this transformation is a robust fire safety system powered by Hochiki devices, ensuring the protection of occupants and the building's architectural integrity.  Printworks Belfast The Printworks Belfast, a historic Victorian warehouse dating back to 1890, is located in the h...

Outpost Al Barari, a luxurious desert retreat nestled in the remote expanse of Qatar, presented a unique challenge for fire safety. The resort’s vast, ever-changing layout, coupled with the harsh desert environment, rendered traditional wired fire alarm systems impractical. To safeguard guests and staff in this extraordinary location, Fire Cloud Qatar implemented a groundbreaking solution: the Hochiki Europe’s Ekho hybrid wireless fire detection system. This article explores how thi...

Frontline Communications, a division of Pierce Manufacturing, Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation business, announced the delivery of a C-40X-2 mobile command vehicle to the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office in Virginia. The vehicle was featured at the National Sheriffs’ Association (NSA) Conference in Oklahoma, showcasing its state-of-the-art options and upgrades, making it an essential asset for the Sheriff's Office. New mobile command vehicle Sold through Frontline Communications dealer...