C-TEC’s CAST and Hush Pro systems specified at a mixed-use site C-TEC’s revolutionary CAST and Hush Pro fire alarm systems are safeguarding a charming cluster of commercial and residential properties in Llangollen, Wales. As a ‘mixed-use’ building housing both business…
Dirk Laibach appointed to the IWMA Board
As of now, Dirk Laibach is a new member of the IWMA board of directors. IWMA general manager Bettina McDowell says: “Mr Laibach, who will have to be confirmed in office during the IWMA member meeting in October, replaces Peter…
Dräger helps reduce Firefighters risk of exposure to carcinogens with new packaged solution
Dräger has launched a range of solutions for cleaning breathing apparatus, respiratory masks and PPE equipment that reduce the risk of carcinogen contamination within emergency teams as part of its Health for the Firefighter campaign. Dräger have worked in partnership…
Kiwa first associate member Euralarm
Euralarm has welcomed its first associate member: Kiwa, a trusted and proven partner in the field of fire safety and security. The autonomous global company is specialized in testing, inspection, certification, training and consultancy services. With these services, Kiwa contributes…
Singapore Civil Defence Force treats injured worker 10 storeys up on a construction crane
Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) specialised rescuer team, Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team (DART), attended a severely injured worker on a narrow ledge 10 storeys up. The worker was suffering an open wound the entire length of his left leg.…
IWMA to support UN Goals
Being an agent of an eco-friendly technology, the International Water Mist Association (IWMA) has resolved the support of three of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): No. 6 (clean water and sanitation), no. 9 (industry, innovation and infrastructure) and…
Typhoon Haishen heads towards South Korea after battering Japan
Destructive Typhoon Haishen moved towards South Korea on Monday (Sept 7) after slamming southern Japan with record winds and heavy rain that prompted evacuation warnings for millions. Japan’s southern Kyushu island took the brunt of Haishen although, initial assessments suggested…
Onscene Solutions adds color-changing LED compartment lights to its lineup
OnScene Solutions, a leading manufacturer of cargo slides, LED lighting and apparatus solutions in the fire and emergency vehicle industry, has added color-changing compartment lights to its product lineup. These lights are available in blue/white, red/white or green/white combination in…
LISTEN UP!
New infrared hearing solutions now available from SigNET Listentech’s innovative ListenIR range of infrared hearing technology is now available from SigNET. Ideal for classrooms, performing arts studios, courtrooms, places of worship or anywhere where amplified audio needs to be private,…
New Emergency Lighting Range from Advanced
All EasySafe products are designed to work with LuxIntelligent, Advanced’s emergency light testing system. Powered directly from the LuxIntelligent panel, Advanced’s EasySafe devices require no local power supply and are compatible with any existing LuxIntelligent luminaires and exit signs, enabling…
FireDos GEN III foam proportioning systems receive FM approval according to the new test standard 5130/TD 197
Woelfersheim / Germany (August 31, 2020). The new GEN III foam proportioning system from FireDos is approved by FM Approvals. The products have been tested according to the extended, more demanding test standard 5130/TD 197, meaning it meets one of…
Larry Lacefield Named Telgian Fire Safety President
Telgian Fire Safety (TFS) recently announced the appointment of Larry L. Lacefield as President. In this position, Lacefield will maintain strategic and operational responsibility for all TFS business operations. Lacefield is a dynamic and proven business leader with more than…
Viking EMEA strengthens its Viking Turkey
Viking EMEA strengthens its Viking Turkey organization and appoints Nihat Yıldırım as new Country Manager Differdange/Istanbul: Viking EMEA is delighted to announce that Nihat Yıldırım joined its organization as Country Manager for Viking Turkey on 1st June 2020. In this…
Dräger launches ‘Health for the Firefighter’ campaign in response to firefighters’ health concerns
Dräger, an international leader in medical and safety technology, is launching its ‘Health for the Firefighter’ campaign to support fire services in driving the cultural changes that are required to protect firefighter health. The launch follows a survey* of UK…
EASY-EVAC!
C-TEC set to launch new BS 8629 evacuation alert system C-TEC is preparing to launch a new Evacuation Alert System, EVAC-ALERT. The new BS 8629:2019 gives guidance on Evacuation Alert Systems installed in blocks of flats to assist the Fire…
Introducing Emergency Services Health
Discover the health fund that has already chosen you. We’re Emergency Services Health. We believe we’re the best private health insurer for emergency services workers, volunteers and their families. We have no opt-ins, opt-outs and complicated policies. Instead, we focus…
New RFC POLY Extinguishing Systems
High-performance fire extinguishers with CAFS technology for the critical initial minutes Under Rosenbauer Firefighting Components a new series of RFC POLY extinguishing systems with integrated CAFS (Compressed Air Foam Systems) is presented. The extremely versatile systems (poly = Greek for…
Occupational firefighter concerns on PFAS: What do Dockers® pants and the precautionary principle have to do with firefighting foams and firefighters?
Occupational firefighter concerns on PFAS: What do Dockers® pants and the precautionary principle have to do with firefighting foams and firefighters? Fluorinated firefighting foams were transitioned from long chain to short chain PFAS due to the US EPA Stewardship Program.…
Sheikh Hamdan pays tribute as one firefighter dies tackling a warehouse fire at Dubai Investment Park
Sheikh Hamdan pays tribute as one firefighter dies tackling a warehouse fire at Dubai Investment Park A fire broke out in two warehouses at Dubai Investment Park on Tuesday 28th July. While the blaze was brought under control, one firefighter,…
Stay at the forefront of Safety, Technology, and Standards
Configuration according to your needs and retrofitting at any time. With the M1 SCBA Platform and its modular approach you are ready for the future. Getting ready for the future of breathing protection Even though INTERSCHUTZ Hannover was rescheduled to…
Earn best practices to help reduce Firefighter risk
The M1 SCBA allows for a deeper, more efficient clean and easy service and maintenance without compromising on safety. Getting ready for the future of breathing protection Even though INTERSCHUTZ Hannover was rescheduled to 2021, MSA didn’t want to miss…
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The M1 SCBA allows for a deeper, more efficient clean and easy service and maintenance without compromising on safety. Getting ready for the future of breathing protection Even though INTERSCHUTZ Hannover was rescheduled to 2021, MSA didn’t want to miss…
