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All of POK S.A.S monitors are compatible with POK EasyDrive and can be controlled via a wired system or wirelessly with a radio remote control. For potentially explosive environments, users should opt for the remote control solution, MINI ATEX that provides all the safety required and that can be used with confidence. POK control systems were all developed by combining the most stringent regulatory constraints and industrial knowledge, so as to guarantee a high level of safety and reliability....

Naval structures are by far the most complex structures to be protected. This complexity derives both from the presence of very different environments, and from the different load conditions and weather-marine variables to which the units are subject. In addition, the firefighting design of military ships is even more complicated. Military ships, unlike merchant ships or passenger ships, must ensure operation during all mission profiles including war setup. Firefighting systems for military sh...

Allied Market Research published a report, titled, North America Fire Protection Systems Market by Product (Fire Detection Systems, Fire Management Systems, Fire Response System, Fire Analysis & Software, and Others), Service (Consulting & Design and Installation & Maintenance), and Industry Vertical (BFSI, Automotive & Transport, Manufacturing, Energy & Power, Healthcare, Oil & Gas and Mining, and Other Verticals) - North America Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecas...

The team at DRIFIRE® announces the launch of the DRIFIRE® Storm System and DRIFIRE® FR Contact Glove. The DRIFIRE Storm Jacket and Storm Pant feature GORE-TEX® PYRAD® technology, keeping one protected from the elements in a waterproof, windproof, and breathable FR system. Ultra-lightweight, the DRIFIRE Storm System meets the demands of extreme temperatures: breathability in the hottest of a desert or tropical climates and crack-resistant in severe cold. Sealed waterproof sea...

Giving back to the local community and showing support is the core of Corporate Social Responsibility and Aico in the Community are doing just this. The Movement Centre held their quarterly meeting at the new Aico headquarters, using the Centre of Excellence facilities, after which Aico had a little surprise for staff members and trustees of the charity. Aico have been working with the staff at The Movement Centre throughout 2019, The Movement Centre is a charity that are dedicated to supportin...

Festive meals, flickering lights and holiday decorations are all hallmarks of the holiday season. However, Christmas trees, candles, electrical decorations, and cooking all contribute to an increased number of home fires during December, making it one of the leading months for U.S. home fires. To help everyone enjoy a fire-safe holiday season, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is encouraging everyone to be aware of potential fire risks, and to take steps to minimize them. “F...

When it comes to security, not all intruder alarm systems are created equal. With so many features and benefits to compare between brands and products, it can be a daunting task trying to navigate through all this technical information to find equipment and systems most suitable for users’ particular needs. Intruder alarms are categorized into 4 different grades, based on their levels of performance (such as functionality, reliability, and durability). Anyone who is thinking of installing...

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has released its first unmanned robotics guidance for first responders and others. NFPA 2400, Standard for Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) Used for Public Safety Operations was developed by representatives from public safety departments with unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), including the fire service, law enforcement, and emergency medical services. NFPA 2400 is an all-encompassing standard that applies to all public safety departments that...

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is accepting nominations for the 2019 James M. Shannon Advocacy Medal, which recognizes outstanding advocacy efforts aimed at reducing losses associated with fire, electrical, or other hazards. The advocacy medal honors an individual or group that shares the values of former NFPA President James Shannon. During his 12-year tenure as president, Shannon had an exceptional record of advocacy efforts tied to life safety issues. Under his leadership, N...

The outbreak of a fire inside a tunnel can have disastrous consequences. The flames, if not controlled immediately, can cause the total or partial collapse of the structures supporting the tunnel, thereby causing evacuation difficulties and significant loss of life. In order to effectively respond to this problem, Tema Sistemi, in collaboration with the University of Salento, has developed an innovative solution that guarantees the protection of structures through the implementation of ‘S...

Tema Sistemi presented its fire-fighting technologies at the Metstrade in Amsterdam (13-15 November), one of the largest trade fair in the world of equipment, materials and systems for the nautical sector. The exhibition dedicated to the maritime industry has represented, since 1988, a platform for innovation, market development and networking. Tema Sistemi exhibited its products in the Superyatch Pavilion, a section dedicated to the yacht market. Here are some shots of the event: During the fa...

Globe, DuPont Protection Solutions (DuPont), and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) have been working together since 2012 to provide new, state-of-the-art turnout gear to volunteer fire departments in need through the Globe Gear Giveaway program. In 2018, 52 sets of gear will be awarded to 13 departments to help better protect their responders. Providence (NC) Fire & Rescue and the Strong Volunteer Fire Company (Mount Carmel Township, PA) are the latest gear recipients. Providence F...

Ampac with customer Triple M and Interfire as the installer has been successful in receiving an order and the project is due for completion in December 2018. This will be one of the most Iconic Buildings in Queensland if not in the world due to its construction material. The largest timber building in the world by area will soon rise in Brisbane, in a $140 million development by Lendlease that is being bought out by the Lieberman-family backed Impact Investment Group. 5 King Street The projec...

The global market for Passive Fire Protection (PFP) Materials is estimated to reach US$ 30.2 billion by 2025. Growth in the market will be driven by the growing number of fire accidents, stringent fire safety regulations, and technological advances and product innovations. The growing number of fire accidents worldwide in recent years has led to the implementation of increasingly stringent regulations related to fire safety across the globe. In this background, demand for fire management produc...

Fire Safety & Protection, LLC (“FSP”) acquired Noti-SECUR, Inc. (Secur Fire Protection or “SECUR”) on November 16, 2018. Secur Fire Protection is known as a local pioneer in the fire & life safety industry throughout the greater Ottawa market and for its high level of customer service and technical expertise. The acquisition of Secur Fire Protection is an exciting start for the Fire Safety & Protection platform. Fire Safety & Protection, based in Atlanta,...

Following the launch of the eagerly awaited R6C rescue helmet (the replacement for the A7A) Yorkshire Ambulance Service were among the first trust to place their order for this new Pacific helmet which will set a new benchmark for ambulance workers, paramedics, nurses and doctors who respond to emergency medical incidents. Vimpex already supply Pacific Helmets to 15 of the 17 Trusts across the UK, but this was the largest single order ever received from one Trust. Since 2008, it has been realiz...

On 14th November, Notifier by Honeywell were invited to showcase Notifier products at the Marlowe Fire & Security Innovation day. This gave Business Managers, Mike Hobbs and Mick Bull the opportunity to demonstrate to customers and end users Notifier products. The Pearl Panel was the main product on display and received great feedback. They were also joined by James Mitchel from CST, who showcased the Honeywell Paging system while being connected to the Pearl Panel. The whole system connect...

Ardent Fire Systems Limited is delighted to announce that the company has recently undergone the Achilles UVDB Verify audit and they are fully qualified as a supplier on Achilles UVDB. As part of the audit process, Achilles’ qualified assessors validated all aspects of our Health and Safety, Quality, Environmental, and Corporate Social Responsibility management systems. At Ardent, they work hard to ensure a consistent level of quality in their systems and the service that the company prov...

The 27th WC Firefighter Combat Challenge was held from October 22nd to 27th, 2018 in Sacramento, California, USA. During this event, fire brigades from all over the world competed in a 5-challenges race. Firefighter Combat Challenge Throughout the year, fire soldiers have always faced many risky situations where their good physical condition is essential. The Firefighter Combat Challenge competition, founded in May 1991, was created to recall this. Registration for the 27th WC Firefighter Com...

Checkmate Fire Solutions, the UK’s biggest passive fire protection specialist, is continuing its expansion with the opening of a new office in Swindon. The Yorkshire-headquartered business already has regional offices in Birmingham and Essex, but rising demand for its compliance and third-party accredited installation services means it now needs an additional location. The new office at Swindon’s Windmill Hill Business Park will be managed by Mark Cawthra, who will oversee the deliv...

On the 22nd December 2010, a routine operation took a dramatic turn for firefighters in Chicago, Illinois. Two of them died and 14 others were seriously injured after the collapse of a burning building. For many years this peril has always faced Fire & Rescue teams and even since this accident many others have occurred around the world. To help prevent such accidents, there is a simple and effective solution that monitors the movements of a structure and alerts rescue teams of an imminent...

Oshkosh Airport Products, LLC, an Oshkosh Corporation company, receives the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 14001:2015 Environmental Management Certification for its facility located at Neenah, Wisconsin. By obtaining the certification, Oshkosh Airport Products has demonstrated a strong commitment to performance, implementation of a world-class environmental management system, and completion of a rigorous third-party evaluation. Rigorous Certification Process The ISO 1400...

KME Fire Apparatus, globally renowned manufacturer of fire apparatus, has announced the delivery of ten (10) KME Custom Pumpers and seven (7) 101’ Tractor Drawn Aerials to Orange County Fire Authority. The new trucks will join over 100 KME apparatus currently in service at the Orange County Fire Authority in California. Severe ServiceTM cab The custom pumpers and Tractor Drawn Aerials are built on KME’s Severe ServiceTM cab The custom pumpers and Tractor Drawn Aerials are built on...

Seek Thermal announces its Seek Shot™ and Seek ShotPRO™ - two powerful handheld thermal cameras built for commercial trade professionals. A previously cost-prohibitive technology, thermal imaging is becoming widely adopted by home and building professionals. Seek has pioneered the next generation of thermal imaging devices sized and priced for every toolbox. Thermal imaging cameras detect heat, otherwise invisible to the human eye, which can be indicative of serious and costly probl...

Fire Equipment Inc. has announced merging with New England Fire & Security, an industry renowned and established fire alarm company, based in Western Massachusetts, USA. This exciting merger helps to expand Fire Equipment Inc.’s presence in Western Massachusetts, as well as enabling them to better serve and support customers throughout the US state of New England. Expansion of fire alarm components business “We have been aggressively expanding the fire alarm component of our b...

Firetrace Ltd was proud to achieve LPCB accreditation in 2017 for its direct low pressure NOVEC 1230 system. The company remains the only manufacturers of automatic fire suppression systems in the UK. The Loss Prevention Certification Board (LPCB) is a renowned worldwide certification body in the fields of security and fire protection and LPCB approval is recognized globally by governments and regulatory authorities. essential fire safety equipment What was involved? Gaining accreditation of...

The Ardent VCM vehicle fire suppression systems are now backed-up with 3 years warranty as standard, with the option to extend to a 5-year warranty on request. Ardent Vehicle Fire Protection have full confidence in their system’s technology, design and build. The extensive research and development work completed by the company’s team, as well as the external testing their system has undertaken, ensures the Ardent VCM system provides reliable fire protection in even the harshest envir...

From September 19th to 20th, 2018, PETROCHYMIA took place in Martigues (13), France. POK S.A.S was present at this event where many professionals from the chemical, petrochemical and gas industries came. The event offered a unique opportunity for POK to interact with the major actors of the sector and to provide them with answers and solutions to their needs, in terms of security, with their range of innovative products. PETROCHYMIA 2018 For two days, thousands of visitors visited the PETROCH...

Protectowire FireSystems was featured in an article recently, in the Pembroke Mariner and Express entitled “Pembroke Chamber names Protectowire Business of the Year.” The article interviews Protectowire’s Chairman, Andrew Sullivan. Protectowire FireSystems was the first in Linear Heat Detectors and is a renowned manufacturer of Special Hazard Linear Heat Detection Systems. The company’s solutions include complete alarm systems for fire protection suitable for a vast array...

Everyone is in unsettling times regarding building fire protection. There have been many changes in fire regulations over time and potentially more are ahead following many recent tragedies. In 2015-16, fire and rescue services in England attended 529,000 incidents: a 7% increase compared with the previous year. In total, there were 303 fire-related fatalities, and 7,661 casualties. Fire brings devastation to buildings and lives, and the government has made regular amendments to Building Regula...