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E-FORCE battery tools for more speed and flexibility
Weber Rescue Systems is proud to present a new series of battery-driven rescue tools. The next generation of E-FORCE tools benefit from new and innovative technical features for even more efficient use. The two most significant improvements are the new…
6×6 Hilux Fire & Rescue: new chassis, new possibilities and now in-service
Prospeed Motorsport Limited (York, UK) have developed a 6x6 Hilux for supply to Fire & Rescue vehicle manufacturers. These builders then create body conversions to meet the specific requirements of their customers. The 6x6 Hilux offers an enormous 3,000Kg payload,…
Duyar Vana awarded the Third Prize in the Innovative Organization and Culture category of İnovaLİG 2019
Held by the Turkish Exporters Assembly for the eighth time this year with the support of the Turkish Ministry of Commerce, the winners of the İnovaLİG 2019 contest were announced. In a bid to be recognized as leaders of innovation, 1,236…
Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service (MAWWFRS) has upgraded its aerial rescue provisions
On Monday, 4 January 2021, three brand new Turntable Ladders were made operationally active by MAWWFRS and went on the run at Morriston, Aberystwyth and Haverfordwest fire stations. Group Manager Ricky Woodhead said: ‘We’re delighted to bring in these state-of-the-art…
Virtual business safety advice
It is fire-safety business as usual as Cleveland Fire Brigade goes virtual to give vital advice and support during lockdown. Businesses, care homes and other organizations can get what they need to ensure they comply with all the latest regulations…
Fire safety compliance and Covid-19: how can the Salamander fire-door system protect patients in the event of a fire?
As the rising number of Covid admissions pushes patient capacity limits, ensuring compliance with fire-safety legislation has never been more important. As hospitals battle through the second major wave of the virus, concerns have been raised around the NHS’s ongoing…
Siemens’ Cerberus PACE Compact extends capabilities in public address voice alarm
Siemens Smart Infrastructure has launched a new compact version of its Cerberus PACE Modular system, further extending the range of applications in which the public-address voice-alarm (PA/VA) solution can be employed. Together, Cerberus PACE Modular and Compact offer a comprehensive…
Critical Communications World postponed to 3–5 November 2021
Message from Tim Willoughby – Managing Director MA Exhibitions: With international travel restrictions certain to impact into the spring, Critical Communications World 2021 has been rescheduled to 3–5 November of this year. The event will still take place at the…
The Open Security & Safety Alliance joins Euralarm
The Open Security & Safety Alliance (OSSA), an industry body comprising stakeholders from all facets of the security, safety and building automation space, today announced it has joined Euralarm, the association of European manufacturers, installers and service providers from the…
Secutech India to open its doors in September 2021
A significant platform that brings together safety and security industry players under one roof, Secutech India 2021 is set to be held in September at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai. The edition will be a hotbed of strong business opportunities…