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Ajax Systems has officially joined the Fire Industry Association (FIA). The FIA is the largest fire protection trade association in Europe, and its membership provides access to a wide network of industry professionals and resources that play a crucial role in improving fire safety standards. By joining the FIA, Ajax Systems develops credibility, visibility, and opportunities to collaborate with more than 1,000 industry members. Partnership with the FIA Paul Pope, Global Head of Fire & Li...

TRU-DOCK™️ Automated Loading Pods are a pioneering-edge solution to increase productivity, enhance safety, and streamline dock loading processes. Incorporating a wide range of Metalbilt’s door products. These pods are designed for ease of access, high turnaround, and complete environmental control for high-volume container loading and unloading. Let’s take a closer look at what makes Metalbilt’s TRU-DOCK™️ Automated Loading Pod (ALP) stand out and how they are chan...

Trustee Fire & Security (TFS) are pleased to announce that Trustee Fire & Security has been nominated for the ESG Company of the Year award at the annual FSM Awards. ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance, representing the pillars of sustainable and responsible business practices. This nomination is a testament to their commitment to growth in all aspects of the industry. They have always believed in making a positive impact on the world around them. Being recognized in th...

Smoke from planned hazard reduction burns being undertaken by fire agencies and land managers and across the weekend may settle in areas including the South Coast, Snowy Monaro, Snowy Valleys, Narrabri, Warrumbungle and Sydney regions. Forecast light winds, along with forecast overnight inversions, will see residual smoke from these burns settle in some areas over the next few days, especially on Sunday morning. These are important controlled burns which will reduce the risk to people and...

Fire safety is a critical aspect of any building, whether it’s a residential, commercial, or industrial property. One of the most essential components of a fire safety system is the fire alarm panel, which acts as the central control unit for the entire system. In this blog post, we will dive into the world of addressable fire alarm panels, exploring their features, benefits, and how they differ from conventional fire alarm panels. What is an Addressable Fire Alarm Panel? The panel cont...

Winners named for £150m UK public sector fire safety framework. More than 70 fire safety experts have been appointed to a new £150 million UK-wide public sector fire safety framework. The Fire Safety (FS2) Framework from LHC Procurement Group (LHC) will see 72 winning companies deliver fire protection, suppression and safety-related services for housing associations, local authorities, and the wider public sector. Building safety standards FS2 now provides both passive and active...

The Building Safety Act 2023 requires that some 12,500 higher-risk buildings (HRBs) are to be assessed over 2024 to 2029 to inform a safety case about how fire and structural safety risks are managed. With an additional 2,000 HRBs being constructed each year, this five-year process makes for a considerable workload. To help building assessors with this significant assignment, the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) has published new guidance Assessing higher-risk buildings under the...

Building on the hugely successful LogiFire system, Comelit-PAC has introduced a new addition to its robust alarm systems range, embracing a wireless fire detection series. Comelit-PAC’s new range of wireless devices is ideal for installations in which a wired solution may not be practical. With ease of installation at the forefront of its design, transceivers are available to expand a system. Available with addressable or conventional transceivers capable of cloud and remote monitoring, t...

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation business, is proud to announce Spartan Fire and Emergency Apparatus, its dedicated Pierce dealer for South Carolina, has been presented with the Pierce Dealer of the Year Award for 2023. This accolade is a testament to Spartan Fire's sustainable growth, remarkable customer service, and shared cohesive vision and purpose across its team. The award was presented at Pierce’s annual sales conference and marks the fourth time the Spartan Fire t...

Under a recent four-year agreement, Darley has become a proud provider of firefighting pumps and related equipment to the Daytona International Speedway (DIS). Daytona International Speedway, known as the World Center of Racing since 1959, is known for its 31˚ high banks and fast speeds around its 2.5-mile tri-oval.  New customized skid unit Darley provided a new customized skid unit to DIS that will be used on rapid-response incidents Troy Willrick, director of event & emergency se...

Under a recent four-year agreement, Darley has become a proud provider of firefighting pumps and related equipment to the Daytona International Speedway (DIS). Daytona International Speedway, known as the World Center of Racing since 1959, is known for its 31˚ high banks and fast speeds around its 2.5-mile tri-oval. Troy Willrick, Director of Event & Emergency Services, notes, “When you have vehicles approaching 200 mph, there will be incidents where rapid fire extinguishment may be&n...

The Board of Governors of the International Fire Suppression Alliance has voted to bestow its highest honor on Kevin T. Fee of The Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Company. The award, which has only been given out on six previous occasions in the 25-year history of the IFSA, recognizes lifetime contributions in support of the fire sprinkler concept internationally and was announced by IFSA Chair Mike Bosma on April 24, 2024, at the Fire Sprinkler International conference in Dublin, Ireland. Sir Ha...

Resideo Technologies, a pioneering global provider of solutions for home comfort, energy management, safety, and security, has rolled out its latest First Alert® smoke alarm innovations at retailers nationwide. From the most trusted brand in fire safety comes Precision Detection™ advanced sensing technology that defines a new era of residential fire protection and coincides with the most significant smoke alarm industry manufacturing standards in decades, which will come into effect J...

A ferocious fire has destroyed a townhouse in Doonside in western Sydney. More than 30 Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) firefighters and eight appliances, including an aerial pumper, were called to a row of townhouses in Belus Way after the blaze broke out around 7.00 am. One of the townhouses was engulfed in flames, causing the roof to collapse. It took firefighters around 30 minutes to control and extinguish the fire, which had also spread to the roof cavity of an adjoining property. NSW Police a...

MSA Safety, DuPont Personal Protection, and the NVFC annually team up to provide volunteer fire departments in need with state-of-the-art turnout gear and helmets. In 2024, a total of 52 sets of gear and helmets will be awarded to 13 departments. To be eligible, the department must be over 50% volunteer, serve a population of 25,000 or less, be legally organized in the U.S. or Canada, and the person applying or department chief must be an NVFC member. Apply by June 1, 2024.

It’s National Volunteer Week, and the NVFC extends their thanks to all of the volunteer firefighters, EMS providers, rescue workers, and support personnel, who make the communities better every day. This is a great week to recognize the work of the volunteers in the department, as well as plan initiatives for supporting the membership and recruiting more volunteers. Here are some resources to help: National Volunteer Week – 10 Ways to Recognize & Retain the Volunteers &nda...

Hochiki Europe, a major provider of fire detection and life safety solutions, is delighted to announce that they have been shortlisted as finalists for the Fire Safety Project of the Year Award at the Fire Safety Matters (FSM) Awards 2024. This prestigious award recognizes excellence in fire safety design, installation, and commissioning. Hochiki's nomination comes for their work alongside Southern Fire Alarms on the new Livingstone Academy, Bournemouth, a state-of-the-art educational facility...

It’s critical to have proper fire extinguishers in a business or home. They are an invaluable fire safety resource. However, it’s not enough to have one on the property. Occupants must perform routine fire extinguisher maintenance to ensure they work correctly and everyone knows how to operate them. Let’s explore some crucial fire extinguisher maintenance tips: Inspect for Signs of Corrosion If the fire extinguisher has been sitting for years, it may develop some rust build...

The ANZAC Day service at Fire and Rescue NSW’s City of Sydney station will carry added poignancy this year, as it marks the 25th anniversary of the death of a heroic sailor, murdered nearby. Leading Seaman, John Laurence “Hap” Hammond, was stabbed when he rushed to help a woman being robbed at an ATM, meters from the Fire Station in Castlereagh Street on ANZAC Day, 1999. FRNSW’s main ANZAC Day service FRNSW’s main ANZAC Day service pays tribute to Leading Hammond...

Extinguish fires safely and efficiently without needing to directly access the source of the fire: This is what distinguishes the DRILL-X drill extinguishing device and the RFC CUTTEX cutting extinguishing system. Which of the two extinguishing systems is used depends largely on the fire department's respective range of operations. cooling performance What both extinguishing systems have in common is the ability to fight fires in the initial phase from a safe position. In addition, the emer...

The largest convoy from UK fire and rescue services to date will next week deliver essential firefighting equipment to Ukrainian fire and rescue services. The scale of this convoy is unprecedented, comprising 30 fire and rescue vehicles, two mechanics vehicles, and an HGV carrying over 2,800 items of surplus equipment. Amongst the 30 fire and rescue vehicles are 20 fire engines, eight incident command units, one aerial ladder platform, and one 4x4 vehicle. Donated equipment The Home Office wo...

As beautiful as the landscape in the Altaussee region is with its mountains, lakes, and rivers, the operational area of the local fire department is just as challenging. With the RTE Robot, however, they can now count on an indispensable helper. It effortlessly transports heavy loads, conquers steep slopes and does not shy away from snow, ice, gravel, and forest floor: with the commissioning of the new rescue vehicle with firefighting and recovery equipment (HLF 1-LB) in 2021, the RTE Robot fro...

The safety and well-being of VIKING’s employees is their top priority. To honor their employees, their global production facilities and service stations are all built to the same high standards, regardless of geography.  They never compromise on their work environment, even if local conditions in some places allow it. Safety - a top priority for VIKING In 2023, safety continued to be a top priority across their organization, personified by their mascot - Safety Bob, who travels the...

Zitko Group, a globally renowned provider of talent solutions in the fire and security sector, is delighted to announce its expansion into Ireland, marking a significant milestone in the company's strategic growth initiatives. Industry-led and in line with increasing demand in the region, Zitko Group (Ireland) Ltd is ready to bring expertise and innovative solutions to new and existing clients and partners across Ireland. Zitko overarching mission Aaron joined the business in 2023 and has alr...

The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) appointed its new Council at its 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM) at Drapers’ Hall, in London, UK, on 11 April, 2024.  The 12-strong Council was appointed following a successful election held in February-March in which 21 nominations were received.   New and elected seats The Association’s Chair and Vice Chair retain their seats for another year, with the remaining 10 places elected for two years. The Council in...

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation business, announced it will feature the latest advancements in fire apparatus and groundbreaking technologies at the Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC) in Indianapolis, Indiana, April 18-20, 2024. Attendees will explore Pierce's exhibit in booth #5300 near the Capital Corridor, which will feature 12 fire apparatus with the newest design elements, features, and advanced technologies developed to enhance firefighter safety and efficienc...

Accelerating fire safety solutions in the Middle East, global wireless solutions provider Ramtech has announced an exclusive distribution deal in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The agreement will see Ramtech’s product range, which includes the renowned Wireless Evacuation System (WES3) and REACT platform, operate via Mimar, a pioneering provider of equipment and engineering solutions in the Saudi Arabian construction market. Impact on the construction landscape Pr...

On 26 and 27 June, FeuerTrutz 2024 will come under the spotlight with innovative solutions and products for fire prevention and containment. Experts from all over Europe will gather to network and discuss the latest trends and challenges in fire protection. Stefan Dittrich, Director of FeuerTrutz at NürnbergMesse, gives us some insights into the preparations and highlights the most important aspects for visitors. Mr Dittrich, FeuerTrutz 2024 starts in just a few weeks. Can you give us some...

Dafo Vehicle, a global pioneer in fire safety for vehicles in high-risk industries, has released its new and improved Forrex EVO suppression agent in line with incoming rules to reduce fluorine content in agents around the world. Forrex EVO supersedes Dafo Vehicle’s original Forrex agent, upholding its effective flame knockdown, high penetration capability and fast cooling effect, while enhancing the environmental credentials as a fluorine-free alternative. The suppression agent is design...

Whelen Engineering, a global pioneer in the emergency warning industry for more than 70 years, Richard Childress Racing (RCR), and the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) have teamed up to honor fallen fire heroes at FDIC International 2024, on April 18, 2024, in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA.  a special paint scheme At 12:30 pm ET in Whelen Engineering’s booth #3223 at FDIC International 2024, RCR’s No. 2 Whelen Chevrolet will debut a special paint scheme in honor of the 2...