SEVEN months on since a pioneering US fire safety update and there are still concerns contractors are not fully aware of the potentially liable and life-threatening situations occurring on construction sites – according to leading wireless solutions provider Ramtech. At…
No site left behind: why education and technology in equal measure will raise fire and life safety standards in the U.S.
With fire on construction sites still a leading cause of loss of life and costly damages, the need for worldwide education and safety provision remains high. James Pecz, global marketing and business development manager at wireless solutions firm, Ramtech, discusses…
Firex 2023: The Orama Group To Make Debut Appearance
WIRELESS fire safety solutions providers Ramtech and Hyfire will be exhibiting at FIREX 2023 as part of the The Orama Group, combining expertise and demonstrating an industry-wide commitment to collaboration. One of Europe’s largest fire safety events, FIREX offers industry…
Prevention is better than cure
Construction sites are dangerous places to work, with many tools and machinery needing constant supervision and the ever-present prospect of life-threatening consequences to small mistakes. To manage these risks, the industry must move away from detecting and responding to emergencies…
San Francisco Fire Code change marks pivotal moment in US construction history
A new San Francisco Fire Code update, which requires the use of an approved temporary wireless fire detection and notification system during the construction of wood-frame buildings, has been hailed as a ‘pioneering moment in US construction history’ by leading…
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…
Ramtech announces newest group partnership
In a bid to combine the expertise of industry leading wireless solutions providers, Ramtech has announced it will be working alongside businesses Argus and Hyfire to form ‘The Orama Group’. This new collective will serve to push innovation and expand…
Ramtech responds to construction industry demand with new water detection solution
While fire is responsible for the largest insurance losses in construction, escape of water is still the most common – and most costly – for construction project teams. In response to this, leading wireless solutions provider Ramtech has extended its…
Ramtech announces new partnership with leading monitored security provider
Global wireless solutions firm Ramtech has announced a new partnership with Immix, the world’s leading security monitoring software provider. The collaboration will enhance the technology offering of both firms, by delivering a combined complete fire protection and safety solution within…
New construction white paper published to help raise US fire and life safety standards
An in-depth white paper has been published by global wireless solutions firm Ramtech, to address US construction fire and life safety challenges that can have devastating consequences including loss of civilian life and millions of dollars in direct property damage…