The Fire Industry Association (FIA) – the UK’s largest trade association for the fire safety sector – is to carry out a large-scale survey to assess the current market conditions within the UK fire market. The survey, which is conducted…
Dafo Vehicle Fire Protection participating in new research project on electric and hybrid vehicle fire risks
A growing number of electric and hybrid vehicles are driving on our roads. Knowledge of the risks associated with these vehicles with new energy carriers is limited. A vehicle fire is often extremely intense and can have significant safety and…
German market demand for new firefighting vehicles remains strong
Germany’s robust demand for firefighting vehicles is showing no signs of slowing down. That is the verdict of a recent market and economic status report put out by the firefighting technology association within the German Engineering Federation (VDMA), and welcome…
HOCHIKI EUROPE TO SHOW LATEST LIFE SAFETY TECHNOLOGY AT SECURITY ESSEN
Hochiki Europe, the leading manufacturer of life safety solutions, will be showcasing a range of its latest technology at Security Essen from 25th-28th September at MESSE ESSEN. Solutions on display at stand 6E30 include Hochiki Europe’s ACD-EN CO multi-sensor, the new range of…
Johnson Controls presents enhanced range of fire alarm devices
Johnson Controls has introduced an innovative range of sounders, Visual Alarm Devices (VADs) and Visual Indicating Devices (VIDs), helping to improve performance of fire detection systems and ensure evacuation responses occur quickly during a real fire event. With two leading…
Sherwin-Williams supports global fire safety coalition
Leading manufacturer Sherwin-Williams Protective & Marine Coatings is supporting a new initiative to raise the level of fire safety standards worldwide. The International Fire Safety Standards (IFSS) Coalition – led by a range of professional bodies worldwide – aims to develop…
Engineers of Tomorrow Apprentice Competition marks 20th anniversary with new fire category
A competition in which engineering apprentices install security systems against the clock has celebrated its 20th edition at IFSEC International 2018 with a new fire category. Working in pairs, 60 young engineers had 90 minutes in which to install and find faults with intruder alarm systems and, for the first time, fire alarm systems. The introduction…
Pooch rescued after being stuck for four hours underground
Firefighters rescued a little dog trapped down an underground rabbit warren – by listening for his heartbeat. The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service was mobilised to help the distressed pet after the alarm was raised at 12.26pm on Monday, August…
NITTAN Awarded ISO 9001:2015 For High Quality Performance
Nittan Europe, a leading manufacturer of conventional and addressable fire detection products, has been awarded ISO 9001:2015 certification. This achievement marks Nittan’s ability to deliver high-quality products and systems to market. ISO 9001:2015 is awarded for fulfilling criteria for a quality management system by an organisation, by…
Health and Wellbeing an Essential Part of Kit at The Emergency Services Show
Recognising that mental and physical resilience are an essential part of kit for emergency responders, the Health & Wellbeing seminar theatre will return to The Emergency Services Show in September. Taking place in Hall 5 at the NEC, Birmingham, UK from 19th to 20th September, the free programme…
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