Smart fire detection devices provide safety for vulnerable people in South Africa Families living in informal settlements in South Africa will now be better protected against devastating fires thanks to a newly announced partnership between Johnson Controls and Lumkani. The…
UK Emergency Services roll out what3words in control rooms to save resources, time and lives
British Police Forces and Emergency Services around the UK have announced the initial rollout of what3words into their operations. In certain areas, callers can now give a 3 word address over the phone when they call 999 and help will…
Firex provides showcase for Patol’s detection expertise
Patol will be returning to the Firex International1 exhibition to demonstrate its extensive capabilities in industrial fire protection. The focus on stand FX650 will be one of the more recent additions to Patol’s product range – the Fire Thermal Infrared…
Sepura Introduce New Body-Worn Video Camera for Public Safety Users
Sepura have unveiled their new body-worn video camera accessory whilst at the BAPCO show in Coventry, UK. The sRVM (Remote Video Microphone) is a robust, feature-rich recording device combined with remote speaker microphone functionality. Designed specifically for public safety users,…
Sepura Launches Compact RSM For TETRA Users
Sepura has extended its range of communication accessories by introducing the mRSM – a compact remote speaker microphone compatible with Sepura’s SC2 and STP Series TETRA terminals. Small, robust and lightweight, the mRSM has been specifically designed for users operating…
New residential sprinkler seminar running in April
Fire Protection Association Australia (FPA Australia) in collaboration with the Home Fire Sprinkler Coalition will be hosting a national seminar series in April on the new requirements for residential sprinklers in the National Construction Code (NCC) 2019. The Sprinkler Technical…
TB Forum 2019: the largest congress of security leaders has ended. The annual program of meetings of all security areas has started!
The International Forum of Security and Safety Technologies took place on 12-14 of February in Crocus Expo and became the largest annual event in the security field. During these three days TB Forum was confirmed as VIP-event on all matters…
Volvo FH collides with a 34-tonne loose trailer on the open road – An Extended Cut
On the open road in the Pilbara, an in-cabin camera captured live footage of Volvo’s safety features in action. It records the moment one of our Volvo FH16 60 metre Quad Roadtrain trucks travelling at 85km/hr collides head on with a detached…
Exclusive tours added to Fire Australia 2019 program
The Fire Australia Conference and Tradeshow 2019 has added new off-site tours to the conference program, giving delegates exclusive access to class-leading fire protection installations and testing facilities around Melbourne. Run by peak industry body Fire Protection Association Australia (FPA…
QUALITY AS STANDARD
This month, leading firefighter PPE manufacturer Bristol Uniforms, is highlighting the importance of selecting garments with the right certification when purchasing PPE. All Fire and Rescue Services (FRSs) around the world have a duty of care to their employees and…
SECON 2019 – Asia’s Biggest Integrated Security Exhibition
SECON 2019 – will be held from 6th to 8th of March 2019, at Halls 3 ~ 4, KINTEX, Korea! Held from 6th to 8th of March, 2019. 500 Exhibitors from 15 Countries! Various Contents Programmes during the Show Period.…
Draka Extends Firetuf Cable Series for use in Tunnels, Subways and Fire Alarm Systems
Draka’s Firetuf cable series for the cabling of tunnel systems has grown with the launch of the new Firetuf OFC-LT-SWA fire resistant loose tube cable with steel wire armour. As with all Firetuf cables, Firetuf OFC-LT-SWA has been designed for harsh environments…
Nexans FLAMEX® FR fire-resistant Ethernet cables maintain circuit integrity in the most demanding situations
Nexans FLAMEX® FR Ethernet cables for rolling stock can maintain Category 5 data transmission performance in fire situations to maintain the operational integrity of critical onboard safety functions INFITTM technology makes the cables easy to strip for fast and safe connection…
Hampshire firefighter tackles fatal fires in Bangladesh
A highly-skilled Hampshire firefighter has travelled to Bangladesh to help prevent the scourge of fatal fires that is sweeping the refugee camp – which shelter almost a million people. Fire Protection Officer Richard North flew out this week and will be returning…
PSCE and ARCIA To Share Information To Support Policy and Advocacy Roles in Public Safety
In November 2018 Public Safety Communications – Europe (PSCE) and the Australian Radio and Communications Industry Association (ARCIA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding to share information regarding the development and use of wireless and associated communications technologies by Public Safety…
Anniversary of the Flagship – Rosenbauer delivers 1,500th PANTHER to Tampere-Pirkkala Airport
Maximum three minutes for the journey, maximum two minutes until all on-board extinguishing agents are discharged. In just five minutes, a PANTHER has fulfilled its role – and ideally prevented an airport disaster. Airport operators around the world rely on…
Bureau Veritas applauds combustible materials ban
Bureau Veritas has applauded the government’s swift response to officially ban the use of combustible material in external walls in new buildings, in a move that has surprised many in the construction industry. The amended building regulations guidance in Approved Document…
Unique fire-resistant shelters simplify chemical plant’s control system upgrade
Novel outdoor equipment shelters from Intertec Instrumentation have been chosen to help a leading European chemical manufacturer to upgrade its distributed plant control system. Constructed using unique composite GRP (glass fibre reinforced polyester) materials, four Intertec shelters will provide advanced…
Element to retain Warringtonfire brand
Following Element Materials Technology’s (Element’s) acquisition of Exova Group Ltd (Exova) last year, the Fire & Building Products part of the business has officially been rebranded and, in recognition of its market leading position, Element will retain the distinct Warringtonfire…
Hempel to gain market share with new Centre of Excellence
On 29 November 2018, world-leading coatings manufacturer Hempel officially opened its new Centre of Excellence in Barcelona. The centre’s focus will be on the research and development of coating products within the field of passive fire protection in which Hempel…
Let the countdown begin
SICUREZZA AND SMART BUILDING EXPO WILL BE BACK AT FIERA MILANO NEXT YEAR Innovation, training, and renewed synergy between the two shows. SICUREZZA is ready to consolidate the leadership of an event with an increasingly international appeal. SMART BUILDING EXPO…
Telgian Celebrates 33rd Anniversary as a Global Leader in Fire Protection, Safety and Security
November marked the 33-year anniversary of the founding of Telgian Holdings, Inc., a worldwide provider of comprehensive fire, security, and life safety solutions. Since 1985, Telgian has grown from a modest firm providing code development and consulting, fire testing, and…
