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Seek Thermal, the company behind some of the most ground-breaking thermal imaging products and core platforms, announced the move to its new corporate office, located at 6300 Hollister Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93117. The new building triples the size of its former headquarters, marking the company’s third building in four years. The need for the new facility is the result of Seek Thermal’s drive to increase demand and global market share for high-performance thermal products and techn...

Jactone announces that they have recently become a member of the Fire Industry Association (FIA). The FIA is a trade association with the aim of promoting the professional status of the UK fire safety industry. Craig Halford, Jactone Managing Director commented: “Jactone are pleased to have been accepted as a Member of the Fire Industry Association. We believe the association reflects the values of Jactone and we hope our support and input to the work of the association will provide a hel...

Essentials of Community Risk Reduction is a free, online course where fire fighters and officers can learn the basics of Community Risk Reduction that they can use on the job every day. This self-paced course, developed through a partnership between The Vision 20/20 Project and International Fire Service Training Association (IFSTA), helps fire fighters gain a better understanding of the importance of Community Risk Reduction to the fire service and to the community. Fire fighters training cour...

A family from Borough Green has spoken of their relief at surviving a serious fire in their house, thanks to working smoke alarms fitted by Kent Fire and Rescue Service (KFRS). Homeowners Stephen and Sarah Cole describe their ordeal which happened just six weeks ago, in a new film for Kent Fire and Rescue Service, which shows the extent of the damage to their home, as part of a campaign to encourage more families with young children to sign up for free safe and well visit. Smoke alarms Smoke...

Checkmate Fire are committed to helping companies and public sector bodies protect their staff, customers and the general public by reducing the risk of a devastating fire at their premises. Part of Checkmate Fire’s role is to educate people about why passive fire protection measures are not just a question of legal box ticking, but also a worthwhile investment in their organization’s future. Importance of fire safety at workplaces Many people and organizations have quite a complac...

Rave Mobile Safety (Rave), a trusted partner for safety software protecting millions of individuals, has revealed updates to its Rave Guardian platform, in order to better equip students and staff to communicate vital campus updates. Rave Guardian safety app Rave Guardian, the renowned safety app available for students to stay connected with campus safety officials, faculty and other students, now integrates into Rave Alert, allowing higher education institutions access to both offerings in a...

Kent Fire and Rescue Service (KFRS) and Kent Police are asking those enjoying the hot summer weather to heed their water safety advice and stay out of the county's rivers. Kent and Medway has a wide variety of lakes, tidal and non-tidal rivers and waterways, all of which carry hidden dangers. Fire crews and local officers will be at The Lees in Yalding on Saturday 28 July highlighting the dangers of swimming in the nearby weir, which can become a fast-flowing torrent without notice. KFRS commu...

"The Association for the Promotion of German Fire Protection (vfdb) has called for international cooperation to be intensified in view of the recent serious forest fires in Greece. At the same time, the technology must be further advanced in order to detect and combat such fires at an early stage in the future,” said vfdb President Dirk Aschenbrenner. “Time and time again - including now - there are many commendable initiatives that come to the aid of the affected emergency services...

Bullard, the inventor of the hard hat, has added a new bump cap to its product line of head protection products. The new Bullard Bump Cap is a lightweight and sleekly styled cap, which is specially designed and engineered to provide wearers with all-day comfort, durability, and protection against minor bumps, bruises, and lacerations. Bullard Bump Cap The latest head protection offering from Bullard is the result of direct feedback that the company received from users in the field. Wearers ca...

A new report by USDA Forest Service researchers provides science-based information to help decision-makers, practitioners, and researchers to promote the sustainable harvest of non-timber forest products. The Assessment of Non-timber Forest Products in the United States under Changing Conditions synthesizes the best available science for managing non-timber forest resources in the U.S. “Many private landowners harvest non-timber products to generate income from their forests,&rd...

The Association for the Promotion of German Fire Protection (vfdb) criticized the survey of London firefighters about the Grenfell Tower fire over a year ago. In an open letter to the head of the London fire brigade, Dany Cotton, the firefighters also declare their solidarity with their British colleagues. 72 people were killed in the fire disaster. It is clear from the publicly available documents that the building construction regulations were largely not met. “As an example,...

On June 26th, 2018 at 12.15 pm, when a thick smoke invaded the main building of the POK S.A.S company headquarters, the fire alert was given out very quickly and the building evacuated. A few minutes later, the Fire Brigade siren sounded, announcing the arrival of the fire fighters. Once there, debriefing was done to set up the action plan, including emergency action, rescuing the victims and extinguishing the fire. Another mission accomplished by the Fire Brigade. Life-size fire exercise simu...

New thematic focuses, new halls, new security: From 25 to 28 September 2018, the security trade fair will take place in the extensively modernized halls of Messe Essen. Around 1,000 exhibitors will present their products and solutions relating to civil security in six overarching theme worlds. On land, on water and in the air: this is how diverse security is presented this year. The portfolio of fire protection solutions from the WAGNER Group is no less broad. For over 40 years, the internation...

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) appointed Andrea Vastis as Senior Director of Public Education. Vastis will oversee NFPA’s well-respected wildfire and home fire education programs. The Seekonk, Massachusetts resident has held various roles in public health education, and has a long history of innovating education programs and fostering rewarding partnerships. Her ability to oversee strategic, purposeful planning, and management of interdisciplinary teams makes he...

Johnson Controls has introduced an innovative range of sounders, Visual Alarm Devices (VADs), and Visual Indicating Devices (VIDs), helping to improve the performance of fire detection systems and ensure evacuation responses occur quickly during a real fire event.   Research Specialists at Johnson Controls have used independent research into light patterns and their effect on triggering human reactions, to improve the design and functionality of the new range...

PACCAR annually recognizes suppliers who meet or exceed PACCAR’s “10 PPM” quality standard, this is the equivalent of 10 defective parts for every million components shipped to PACCAR. These awarded suppliers must also meet demanding criteria for delivery performance, customer support, and business impact. This year, PACCAR recognized 268 suppliers in 26 countries on five continents for achieving this high level of quality performance. Value creation for customers PACCAR wor...

Jactone PAFSS KitchenGuard Mini, residential kitchen fire suppression systems have been specifically designed to protect kitchen equipment and put out any fires quickly and efficiently. Multi-user kitchen environments, such as student accommodation, HMOs, blocks of flats, or other multi-occupancy buildings can present a particular problem about the risk of fire in their kitchens. Unattended or forgotten cooking activities can often be the most common way that these fires start. Cooki...

Complete solutions tailored to the needs of the customer are WAGNER Rail's specialty. From September 18 to 21, 2018, WAGNER Rail will be presenting its latest fire protection systems for rail transport at InnoTrans, the pioneering international trade fair for transport technology in Berlin. "WAGNER Rail is setting the pace when it comes to fire protection for rail vehicles. With our know-how from 20 years of practical experience, we adapt our technologies to future challenges and offer ind...

The PACCAR Board of Directors approved the repurchase of an additional $300 million of its outstanding common stock. PACCAR recently completed its previously authorized $300 million share repurchase program. “PACCAR’s excellent net profits and cash flow deliver good returns for its shareholders,” said Mark Pigott, Executive Chairman. “The company’s shareholder return has averaged 12.5 percent in the last fifteen years, compared to the S&P 500 Index return of 9....

Koorsen Fire & Security has promoted Chad Hohne to vice president of sales. He will lead the company's sales strategy across five states. Hohne will be responsible for building, training, and coaching a growing high-performance sales team of more than 100 associates covering Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Alabama. He previously served as a sales manager, working out of the Evansville branch. Hohne also previously held sales leadership positions at Victoria National Golf Club, RICOH...

Families across Kent and Medway look set to live safer lives thanks to the help of a new cartoon family called ‘The Byrnes Family’, which was officially unveiled at the Kent County Show by Kent Fire and Rescue Service (KFRS) on Friday 6th July 2018. ‘Family safety’ product The brand new approach in helping youngsters understand safety at home, on the road and around water follows extensive research into pioneering techniques into behavior change, which has helped Kent F...

Cambridgeshire residents have been urged to stay fire-safe when outdoors as the warm weather continues. With temperatures hitting significant highs, fires in open areas of land can easily spread and become out of control. Events north of the country, with significant moorland fires at Saddleworth Moor and Winter Hill, have shown how these fires quickly spread and take hold of open areas of land. Authority comment We want to help ensure that people enjoy the sunny weather while it’s here...

Recently, fires broke out on the Saddleworth Moors, causing homes to be evacuated and heavy damage to the landscape. It’s a reminder that fires can happen anywhere, and preparation is vital for blazes that occur inside and outside. Wildfires are capable of causing a lot of destruction. Total Fire Group has put together a guide on how to prepare for them and how to be safe. Clear combustible materials If one lives in the vicinity of a forest or grassland, then one should take steps to...

The load on the emergency centers that answer the emergency call “112” has increased significantly in many cities and districts across the country compared to previous years. According to the Association for the Promotion of German Fire Protection (vfdb), the reason is primarily a dramatic increase in the number of emergency services. “The situation is alarming,” says vfdb President - Dirk Aschenbrenner. The topic will be one of the numerous focal points at the upcoming...

Health and Safety Code mandates the CAL FIRE - Office of the State Fire Marshal (CAL FIRE - OSFM) responsibility for the destruction of dangerous and illegal fireworks, once they are seized by local fire departments or law enforcement agencies. The Office and the Administration are working with the legislature on a solution that would provide funding for fireworks enforcement, education, and disposal. The CAL FIRE - OSFM will provide updated information, once the proposal is chaptered into law...

FIREX 2018 proved to be another great success for ASL as the company welcomed clients, old and new, distribution partners and media on the ASL stand at London ExCel for the duration of the exhibition over three days. ASL VIPEDIA-PRO router ASL VIPEDIA-PRO router with Dante, along with the all-in-one PAVA solution ASL INTEGRA and ASL V2000 On display was the new ASL VIPEDIA-PRO router with Dante, along with the all-in-one PAVA solution ASL INTEGRA and ASL V2000. A full...

Innovation necessarily involves the development of “smart” technologies that are often able to interact with the surrounding environment. This is precisely the principle behind the Smart Jacket made by Alfredo Grassi SpA, a company based in Lonate Pozzolo which has been active since 1925 and which over time has gained great experience in the production of protective clothing. Smart Jacket It is possible to acquire and monitor various parameters relate...

ASL is exhibiting at FIREX International 2018, which opens at London Excel, alongside IFSEC from Tuesday 19th June until Thursday 21st June 2018. The company will be showcasing the latest VIPEDIA, Integra, and V2000 public address and Voice Alarm equipment, alongside our iVENCS Control System for fire, CCTV, and security management. Visitors can find ASL on Stand No. A370.

Interschutz in Hanover is the renowned international exhibition for fire and civil protection, rescue and safety services. This exhibition was originally founded in 1935, but only holds sessions at irregular intervals now. Interschutz international exhibition Since 2000, when it was held in Augsburg, Germany, Interschutz has been held every five years. At this international exhibition, manufacturers from all over the world present their latest products and equipment in the field of fire safety...

Every year the National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) Standards Council recognizes individuals for outstanding service to the organization in the development of codes and standards. Awards will be presented to 17 individuals at the NFPA Conference & Expo taking place in Las Vegas. 2018 Recipients for Special Achievement Award. Russell B. Leavitt Telgian Corporation, Phoenix, Arizona Automatic Sprinkler Systems Technical Committees on: Sprinkler System Installati...