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Are the fire protection systems compliant with Australian Standards and local codes? Have users had them tested and inspected recently? These things are often given the least importance and at times neglected. However, as a business owner or building manager, keeping the employees and building occupants safe and secure against the risk and dangers of fire is part of the long list of responsibilities. Having a comprehensive fire protection system should also include routine maintenance and testi...

Business owners and building managers have an extensive list of duties and responsibilities. One of them is maintaining and protecting the safety of their employees and building occupants from the risks and hazards of fire. This is one of the most crucial of all their obligations. Furthermore, businesses and buildings are required to comply with the rules and regulations set by national and local legislation. Because of the level of skills and technicality needed to stay compliant, it is best t...

Wormald has officially opened a new office in Adelaide’s Kidman Park, bringing key divisions together under one roof for the first time in four years. Since returning to local management three years ago, Wormald has renewed its focus as Australia’s independent and dedicated fire and safety services provider, marking an exciting new chapter for the organization following 25 years of US multinational ownership. Establishing new facility Key developments in the national transition ha...

Open Security & Safety Alliance (OSSA), an industry body comprised of leaders, influencers and innovative organizations from all facets within the security, safety and surveillance industry will have a strong presence at the GSX 2019 (Global Security Exchange 2019) event, being represented in nearly a dozen member booths across the show floor. OSSA will celebrate its one-year anniversary while in Chicago and demonstrate the rapid progress underway as competing and complementary institutions...

The deployment of the optical fiber at POK’s Nogent-sur-Seine site in France has enabled the fire safety equipment major to increase their internet speed from around 30 Mbps to 200 Mbps. They notice a significant difference when using software, such as skype for video-conferencing with customers or teams abroad. Similarly, sending large files now works very well and efficiently, the company noted. Optical fiber transmission POK strongly encourages their neighboring organizations to equi...

When a fire broke out on site, more than 400 staff were evacuated in less than three minutes from the Hull factory of offsite specialist Walker Modular. Five fire engines were called to the scene after the alarm was raised at the bathroom pod manufacturer. Company owner Shane Walker told the Enquirer, “I’m so proud of my staff and the fire service for dealing so well with a difficult situation. We liaised with the fire service when we designed the factory and all the fire suppressio...

The Viking Corporation, a global provider of fire protection and life safety systems, has announced several enhancements to its next-generation XT1 sprinkler platform. In addition to two new wrench types, Viking announced the availability of new, smaller sprinkler guards and water shields and an FM Approval for use of XT1 upright sprinklers on vacuum fire protection systems. Featuring a smaller profile and more compact design, the XT1 line of sprinkler guards and shields may be used with XT1 Mo...

From humble beginnings in 1979, Lorient’s first combined fire and smoke seal was created in a small industrial unit in Surrey. Fast forward, Lorient is a global market pioneer in high performance door sealing systems recognized worldwide for quality, technical capability, and service. They have over 100 employees across the globe; and 100s of products in range; and continue to break new records. Engineering the Future While the company’s services have expanded, the underlying prin...

ISSEE offers students from military, police, and civil agencies the opportunity to study for qualifications in Logistic Management with a range of courses aligned to UK MOD standards. Drawing on the lessons identified in over 50 years of operationally focused military logistic experience, ISSEE is pleased to offer bespoke training solutions to both military and commercial partners. Whether it is basic warehouse management or more complex logistic operational design ISSEE draws o...

G&S Brandschutztechnik AG announces rebranding strategy with new brand name, Rosenbauer Brandschutz Deutschland GmbH. The specialized company for preventive fire protection has been part of the Rosenbauer Group since 2016 and only in the previous year merged SICS Brandschutz GmbH, G&S Brandschutz GmbH, and G&S Sprinkleranlagen GmbH to form a single company. Preventive fire safety expert The former company name is to be continued as a modified label of excellence, G&S Integrated...

The Senior Director of Dyeing and Finishing Technology at TenCate Protective Fabrics, Bert Truesdale, will be delivering a keynote address at the 30th annual FLAME Conference in San Antonio, Texas, this May 19th through the 22nd. The FLAME Conference focuses on new advances in flame retardancy of polymeric materials. The conference is sponsored by BCC Research, a company that provides market research for clients looking to study new business opportunities. FR coatings science Over the course...

As a professional firefighter, one has likely grown accustomed to people depending on them when disaster strikes their property. And just as the fellow citizens depend on them to suppress a dangerous fire, they depend on fire hoses and other equipment to function efficiently so that the firefighter can do their job. Below is a look at the key role handline nozzles play in extinguishing fires and how they can ensure that the nozzle is kept in good working order. Why is proper nozzle maintenanc...

Every year in June, July, August, the authorities complain of untimely sampling of hydrants that dry up water supplies and create additional risks with slippery roads. Fire hydrants in France are equipped with Keyser DN100 fittings, according to NFS61-708. The standard space between the upper part of the Keyser fitting and its protective plate is more than 3 cm (according to the standard). ultra-flat Keyser plug with lock To reserve the opening of fire hydrants for security services, POK®...

The new site offers one of the most innovative service and aftermarket parts sales support resources in the industry. Features include: Enhanced Visuals: See what part you are ordering with over 6,000 parts featuring a photograph or 2D drawing. Cross Referencing: If you know the vendor part number (pn), but not the REV Fire part number, the integrated cross reference tool allows you to match the vendor PN to the REV Fire PN with ease. Data Analytics: The REV Fire Parts team supports the par...

E-ONE, a subsidiary of REV Group and a global provider of emergency response vehicles, is proud to announce the new TITAN 4×4 Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) vehicle has met or exceeded expectations in all categories of third-party advanced product testing. In accordance with NFPA 414 (Standard for Aircraft Rescue and Fire-Fighting Vehicles), all newly-designed vehicles must undergo a series of (34) prototype tests followed by (13) operational tests for each production unit to val...

Nittan Europe - global manufacturer of conventional and addressable fire detection products – has announced a series of new Interface Modules to allow for improved connection of its high grade Evolution range to even more third-party equipment than ever before. Interface Modules The six new interface modules cover a variety of interface applications, ranging from door release, sounder control, communication with industrial plant & equipment and non-addressable detectors, along with a...

BAFE, the independent register of quality fire safety service providers, have officially responded to the Government’s Building a safer future: proposals for reform of the building safety regulatory system consultation.  Stephen Adams, BAFE Chief Executive, discussed the following main points in the response submitted:  BAFE recognizes that the consultation concerns high-rise residential buildings (HRRBs) as a starting point, but strongly recommends that this is rapidly exten...

BAFE, the independent register of quality fire safety service providers, has officially responded to the Government’s Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 consultation.  BAFE agrees strongly with the scope of the current fire safety legislation, noting the only concern at present being the “degree/method for enforcement,” but it does enable a risk-based approach to fire safety.  Fire safety for business  BAFE does not believe that the Fire Safe...

E-ONE, a subsidiary of REV Group and a global provider of emergency response vehicles, announce the award of a four-year Sourcewell (formerly NJPA) cooperative contract. Sourcewell creates national cooperative contract purchasing solutions on behalf of its member agencies. Cooperative contracts offer both time and money savings for users by consolidating the efforts of numerous individually prepared solicitations into one national, cooperatively shared process — taking advantage of the agg...

Portable fire extinguishers are easily and readily carried or portable as the name implies. They enable residents to reach the cause of the fire and assist in extinguishing it. They are intended for small fires that in case not extinguished, may turn into big, uncontrolled fires. In case the fire isn’t extinguished with the fire extinguisher, call the local fire department immediately. Portable Fire Extinguishers Portable fire extinguishers can save property and lives by putting out a s...

In a fire emergency, a couple of seconds could possibly save lives. Real estate agencies must be conscious of fire consequences and take proper measures to prevent fires, but likewise take measures to efficiently alert personnel if a fire event does occur. Real estate agency owners should evaluate their need for smoke alarm systems and other fire protection equipment. These are crucial devices to keep employees and property safe. Australian Development Act of 1993 The Australian Development A...

The Viking Corporation, a pioneer in fire protection and life safety systems, has introduced a stainless steel sprinkler with a fusible link operating element – the first of its kind in the fire protection industry. The new Model VK368 is a standard response pendent sprinkler and is cULus Listed and FM Approved for corrosive environments. Stainless Steel Sprinkler Body The Model VK368 features a stainless steel sprinkler body, deflector, and seat. With a solder link operating element, th...

Firefighters from all across the country converged on Raleigh, North Carolina this week to attend presentations given by F.I.E.R.O. (the Fire Industry Educational Resource Organization) at its 2019 F.I.E.R.O. Fire PPE Symposium. 2019 F.I.E.R.O. Fire PPE Symposium The biennial fire safety and security conference boasted a record attendance rate and offered informational sessions on a wide range of subjects of interest for firefighters globally. TenCate Protective Fabrics, along with other indu...

E-ONE, a subsidiary of REV Group and a global provider of emergency response vehicles, announces a multi-million-dollar contract for 11 Custom Industrial Pumpers from Saudi Aramco, through its Saudi Arabian dealer, SESE. Saudi Aramco is a long-time SESE and E-ONE customer who has procured over 100 E-ONE vehicles since 2003. The recent order of 11 Custom Industrial Pumpers includes three 4×2 Multi-Purpose Industrial Pumpers, two 6×4 Multi-Purpose Industrial Pumpers, and six 4×2...

Universal Security Instruments (USI) in conjunction with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a recall of smoke alarm model numbers - MI3050S and MI3050SB. Consumers owning these two smoke alarm devices should immediately inspect their alarms to determine if it will activate appropriately. Smoke alarms recall This recall (Recall # 19-162) involves Universal Security Instruments 10-year battery-operated ionization smoke and fire alarms with model numbers - MI3050S and M...

From July 18- 25, the UL Firefighter Safety Research Institute (FSRI) will partner with the Cobb County Fire & Emergency Services to conduct a series of experiments involving live fire. The experiments will be conducted in four apartment complexes located at Arlington Park Apartments, 1972 Kimberly Village Ln, Marietta GA 30067.  Members from Cobb County and surrounding fire departments will be participating in the experiments. The results and conclusions of this project will be used t...

Firetrace Ltd. has recently gained the Made in Britain (MiB) mark for the manufacturing of Firetrace fire suppression systems.  Based in Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom, the company’s ever-growing manufacturing and production teams work closely together to produce the most unique and innovative fire suppression systems. Since 1996, when Firetrace was first established, the company has continued to research and develop fire safety products to ensure that they are offering the best so...

British fire safety firms need to take ‘plan B action’ and start preparing for what Brexit could mean when it comes to selling products in Europe, according to one expert. Speaking at FIREX International 2019 event recently, Apollo’s Head of System Integration and Technical Support, Paul Pope, said, “Companies should be prepared to do “business as usual” and ensure supply chains are maintained. You cannot be prepared for Brexit if you secretly believe it won&...

Globally renowned manufacturer of digital voice alarm and safety electronic equipment, SigNET has been appointed the exclusive UK distributor of RCF’s innovative new range of EN54-16 and EN54-24 certified digital voice alarm systems. With the assistance of its sister company, C-TEC – the UK’s independent manufacturer of quality life safety electronic systems – SigNET will concentrate on promoting the products to companies operating within the fire and security sector. I...

A kitchen fire in a flat in Coppice House, a tower block in Birmingham caused a sprinkler activation which restricted fire damage to the oven grill and the plastic control knobs for the hob. There was smoke damage to the whole of the kitchen but water damage was minimal due to quick response time from West Midlands Fire Service, assessment of situation and their isolation of the sprinkler system. Only one appliance from WMFS was required due to the sprinkler activation.