The main task of ventilation systems is to take in, heat or cool the fresh air, and to expel the polluted air. Besides this task, fire escapes and emergency elevators will be used for evacuation purposes, positive pressure is needed…
New appointment marks further Middle East and Africa sales team expansion
Fire protection solutions company Advanced has appointed Business Development Manager Sargunan Sellamuthu as part of its ambitious growth plans in the Middle East and Africa. Sargunan comes to Advanced with nearly a decade of fire-industry experience, most recently working as…
Hochiki Europe advises on false alarms and how to prevent them
If you are the responsible person for a commercial building, including shared areas in houses in multiple occupation (HMOs), blocks of flats and maisonettes, you are required by law to ensure the equipment and procedures are in place to detect,…
SAFE HOUSE! C-TEC’s CAST XFP fire system protecting spiritual retreat
C-TEC’s revolutionary CAST XFP fire system has been installed at a stunning spiritual retreat in Llangollen, North Wales. Set in acres of lush woodland and overlooking the picturesque Ceiriog Valley, Tan-Y-Garth Hall is a beautiful Grade II listed house built…
The leading online fire logbook
Fire Logic, the fire-compliance-focused software company behind a new and innovative cloud-based fire logbook has launched its digital solution aimed at professionals in all organisations whose responsibility it is to manage fire-safety compliance. Whether one or 100-plus premises, Fire Logic…
Sustained growth drives Global Fire Equipment to invest €7.5 million in a new manufacturing facility
Leading European-based fire-safety system manufacturer Global Fire Equipment (GFE) has announced the opening of its new manufacturing facility in the Algarve region of Portugal. The new facility represents an investment of €7.5 million by GSS Group, creating a new home…
Local bars receive lifesaving training ahead of busy festive period
Brave bar staff have received life-saving training on how to rescue people from the water ahead of one of their busiest times of the year. Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) teamed up with the Royal National Lifeboat…
Ramtech announces new director to lead global expansion
LEADING wireless solutions provider Ramtech has announced the appointment of new business unit director, Alan Middup, to lead its ongoing expansion into international fire safety and security markets. Having completed a trainee programme at Halma plc – Ramtech’s parent company…
Fire safety in the heart of Chester
Nullifire, a brand of CPG UK, successfully secured and specified project for Vinci Construction to support and protect from fire the new multi-use retail complex in the heart of Chester. The project The Chester Northgate is a £72m, multi-use retail…
Dogs & Tigers: the perfect combination for fire investigation
Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service (LFRS), based in northwest England, covers emergencies across a vast area, including house fires, road traffic collisions, chemical spills, supporting other emergency services and even animal rescue. When they are not deployed on an incident,…