In one test, nine litres of the liquid put out a car fire in just 53 seconds, compared with conventional methods which can take around 45 minutes to an hour and 1,800 litres of water. Furthermore, Firexo is the only…
The Innovative Product & Technology Award Goes To… PVStop
The team at PVStop are very excited and proud to announce that they have won the FPA Australia, Fire Protection Industry Awards in the category of “Innovative Product & Technology for 2018!” The Innovative Product & Technology Award is a…
3,000 Visitors From 31 Countries Gathered At Glasstech Asia 2018
The Glasstech Asia series which was officially opened on 14 November 2018 by guest-of-honour Y.Bhg. Dato’ Yean Yoke Heng, Deputy Secretary General (Management), Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture Malaysia, ended its 2018 edition on a high note today which saw a…
Increased Capacity, Longer Duration
Holmatro introduces a new 6Ah battery for its range of cordless Greenline EVO 3 rescue tools. The battery has 20% more capacity for a much longer run time of the tools. Improved Battery Management System The electronics inside the battery…
Hats Off To Hatz For 35 Years
Hatz Diesel is celebrating 35 years in the Australian market with a series of events and a visit from the company’s Chairman and owner, Mr Wolfram Hatz and its newly appointed global CEO, Mr Bernd Kruper. Hatz Australia is a…
IWMA Seminar in Dubai – Webpage now online!
As of today, the webpage for the 4th Intersec seminar organized by the International Water Mist Association (IWMA) is active. The event will take place in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre 21st January 2019. Its…
Secutech Thailand 2018 Delivers The Latest Smart Security Solutions And Sets New Record For Exhibitor Participation
As another successful edition of Secutech Thailand drew to a close last week, the verdict among security industry players was clear: the fair is the place to be to stay ahead of the curve on all things security. Held amidst…
Johnson Controls Highlights Legal Requirement For Testing Gaseous Containers
In a bid to ensure continued safety, Johnson Controls is reminding the industry of the essential need for hydrostatic testing of gaseous fire-fighting containers every ten years – a statutory requirement under the ADR European Agreement, concerning the carriage of dangerous…
Johnson Controls Launches TYCO ® DV-5A Deluge Valve That Offers Advanced, Streamlined Features
Higher pressure rating and lower pressure drop deliver added power and efficiency (Available in APAC only. Coming soon to Europe and Americas!) The new TYCO ® DV-5A deluge valve from Johnson Controls offers improvements on the DV-5 valve while keeping…
PPG PITT-CHAR® NX: The Next Generation Of Flexible Passive Fire Protection Coatings
Patent-pending technology, formulated to achieve the most durable PFP solution currently available, is also noticeably thinner and lighter than alternatives. Abu Dhabi, November 12, 2018. PPG, a global leader in protective and marine coatings has announced the launch of PPG…
International Suppliers Gather At Secutech Thailand With Global Solutions For The Regional Smart City Sector
With smart city projects on the rise across Thailand, international security brands have converged at the 6th edition of Secutech Thailand in a bid to connect with regional buyers and project owners. Stricter fire and safety regulations enacted by the…
Firefighting Revolutionised With Ground-Breaking New Liquid
New liquid able to quickly extinguish all classes of fire (A, B, C, D, E, & F) Environmentally friendly, cools to touch and requires small volumes to put out a fire The time it takes to extinguish a fire has been…
Draka Extends Firetuf Cable Series With Firetuf OFC-LT-SWA Loose Tube Cable
Secure cable infrastructure in tunnels, subways and fire alarm system Draka’s Firetuf cable series has grown. The new Firetuf OFC-LT-SWA fire resistant loose tube cable with steel wire armour is designed for harsh environments and to ensure fail-safe management of…
Transformer Failure Seriously Impacts Business Continuity, Research Finds
Transformer failure is a concern for over 80% of industry professionals surveyed Failure puts business continuity at risk Operations and maintenance regimes are critical Industry-leading research launched today by MIDEL, the world’s leading brand of ester-based transformer fluids, reveals the real…
Zico Introduces New Rotating Extrication Tool Holder
Ziamatic Corp. (Zico) introduces the Multiple Extrication Tool Holder, Model QM-MEH-1, a heavy-duty rotating platform capable of securing up to four extrication tools within a limited amount of compartment space. Adjustable mounting brackets accommodate most makes and models of cutter, spreader,…
Bosch Equips Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge With Customised Security Solutions
World’s longest sea-crossing bridge opens operations in emerging ‘Chinese Silicon Valley’ region Landmark infrastructure project equipped with video cameras, intrusion alarms, public address and voice evacuation systems Bosch installs almost 8,000 speakers, over 260 amplifiers, and more than 2,000 high-definition…
Solid Growth Anticipated For Middle East’s US$1.9 Billion Fire Safety Systems And Equipment Market
New government regulations and infrastructure investment key drivers as Intersec 2019 looms with the latest solutions on show Dubai, UAE, 8 November 2018: The Middle East’s US$1.9 billion fire safety systems and equipment market will see solid growth over the…
UK fire and rescue services adopt Dräger’s fire escape hood to protect victims from toxic smoke
Standards are being set with fire and rescue services in the UK adopting escape hoods to protect trapped and injured people from toxic smoke during evacuation at fires. Latest figures show in the year 2017/2018 firefighters attended 717,890 incidents in…
Simple New Technology Saves Pets in a Recent Domestic Fire
The recent domestic fire in a Nottingham tower block where Blueproof was fitted, activated successfully and saved the occupier’s pets. Blueproof is a state of the art fire suppression device that can be fitted in minutes to most domestic central heating systems. The new technology is a co-polymer cone which simply attaches…
The BIG 5 Construct East Africa Returns To Nairobi This Week
From 7 to 9 November 2018 at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre, the event will offer access to over 220 construction exhibitors and 40 free-to-attend and CPD certified industry-leading education sessions. The Big 5 Construct East Africa has received patronage…
INTERSCHUTZ NEWS – More than 50 percent of available display space already booked
Numerous companies have already signed up to take part in 2020, such that just over half of the available space has already been booked. The space allocation process for the exhibition halls and pavilions has now commenced. Several new developments…
New ‘Gold standard’ firefighter kit for London crews and fire dogs
Today (Wednesday 31st October) London’s firefighters and their furry colleagues will be wearing new, gold coloured fire tunics and leggings as modernised personal protective equipment (PPE) is rolled out across the Brigade. It’s the biggest kit update for eight years.…