You may have noticed that places where human circulation is high such as subways, airports, hospitals, shopping centers, schools, etc. are uses announcement address systems to inform, warn or guide people. The primary task of the announcement systems used is;…
UL/FM approved resilient seated gate valves up to DN600
For many years, AVK International has offered a wide range of gate valves covering both VdS and UL/FM approved variants up to DN400. Since 2021, AVK has also offered UL/FM approved resilient seated gate valves in DN450-600. They feature a…
Lakeland looks to bridge the global gap in fire service protection
Sitting at the fire station during a shift, firefighters around the globe wait for the harrowing sound of radio static. The second a call comes through, the energy shifts. What was only moments ago the hustle and bustle of everyday…
Indian train drivers in crash that killed 14 were watching cricket
The drivers of a train that missed a signal and ploughed into another train, killing 14 people, were distracted because they were watching cricket on a phone, India’s railways minister said Monday (Mar 4). The fatal collision in Andhra Pradesh state…
Hochiki Europe Introduces Groundbreaking Detectors to Ensure UL268 7th Edition Compliance for Conventional Applications
Hochiki Europe, the global leader in life safety solutions, is proud to introduce an unparalleled generation of UL listed smoke detectors now available for installation projects across any region that requires UL approval. Specifically designed to achieve compliance with the…
Ultimate protection without compromise
Every firefighter wants to go to work wearing the best protection possible in their gear. But historically there has never been ‘complete’ performance because of a perpetual trade-off between thermal protection and breathability. Too much thermal protection and the risk…
Fire Alarm System Integration With Building Management Systems
Nowadays number and complexity of electrical and mechanical systems in the buildings increase as technology develops. Therefore management of the systems gets harder and the need of central management arises. Building management systems fulfills the need of central management. They…
Ziamatic Releases New Tool and Equipment Mounts
Ziamatic has recently released a newly designed and engineered addition to its SURE-GRIP product line, making mounting even easier and more effective for many of the most common and irregularly shaped tools and equipment. The new SURE-GRIP Tool and Equipment…
Ten killed in India fireworks factory fire
NEW DELHI: Ten people were killed and 15 more injured in an explosion at a fireworks factory in India on Saturday (Feb 17), police said. The explosion was caused by a fire inside the factory in the southern state of Tamil…
70% of tsunami-risk areas in Japan have never conducted winter shelter drills
Nearly 70 percent of 108 Japanese coastal municipalities at risk of damage from a tsunami triggered by a powerful earthquake have never conducted drills for operating evacuation centres in the winter, a Kyodo News survey showed Sunday. The survey, which…
Advanced Protects Historic Indian High Court
A high-performance Axis AX fire alarm system with automated voice alarm has been installed at a historic Indian high court building. Located in the historic city of Allahabad (now known as Prayagraj), Allahabad High Court was established in 1866, making…
Volvo Group celebrates pioneering distance in Australia’s longest-ever electric truck journey
Volvo Group recently completed Australia’s longest-ever journey in an electric truck. Volvo Group’s loaded FH Electric drove a record-breaking 1,185km from Brisbane to Canberra. All to deliver Australia’s first zero-emissions emergency services logistics vehicle. The record-breaking electric truck was welcomed…
The ultimate CPVC fire safety guide gets an upgrade
The Orange Book, BlazeMaster® Fire Protection Systems’ first-of-its-kind CPVC fire safety guide has been revised and updated. It is now available for construction professionals around the world to make the most of its helpful design, technical, and specification guidance. Who…
FIA lifetime achievement awarded to FirePro UK Director Tony Hanley
FirePro UK MD, Tony Hanley was awarded the Fire Industry Associations lifetime achievement award for services to the UK fire industry. FirePro UK are the UK & Ireland appointed independent exclusive distributor for the LPCB certificated FirePro condensed aerosol fire…
More than 60 people killed as forest fires rage in Chile
The authorities expect the death toll to rise; blaze in tourist area of Valparaiso has forced many to flee their homes. At least 64 people have been killed in Chile as intense forest fires in the centre of the country…
Gas Detection In Kitchens
We are under the threat of explosive gases in our homes, workplaces, where we frequently spend time in our daily lives. Even though we are not aware of it, we are faced with the risk of explosion in the kitchen…
The NFPA Conference & Expo 2024
The National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) will host its annual NFPA Conference & Expo® at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, June 17-21, 2024. This event will bring together thousands of industry-leading fire, electrical, and life safety professionals who will attend more…
Tank Storage sector to network and do business at StocExpo 2024
High-level networking will be one of many features of StocExpo when it returns 12–13 March StocExpo 2024 will feature a jam-packed conference, a Euro Tank Terminal tour, late night networking, the Global Tank Storage Awards, an iTanks pitch contest, and…
C-Tec Launches New Envision Fire Alarm Software
ENVISION, C-TEC’s revolutionary cloud based IoT remote access, monitoring and system test solution, is now available. Compatible with C-TEC’s CAST ZFP, XFP, Hush and EVAC-ALERT systems, ENVISION provides a solution above and beyond anything else on the market. Brian Foster,…
Kate Blake appointed Director of business development at FirePro UK
FirePro UK are the UK & Ireland appointed independent exclusive distributor for the LPCB certificated FirePro condensed aerosol fire suppression product. FirePro systems, the product manufacturer, are headquartered in Limassol, Cyprus and were recently acquired by HALMA PLC. Kate Blake…
Fire Safety Event Showcase For Patol Expertise
Exhibiting on Stand 5/E120 at the Fire Safety Event 2024, Patol will be using the opportunity to demonstrate its wide-ranging capabilities in fire detection. Available in digital and analogue options, the company’s Firesense Linear Heat Detection Cable (LHDC) is designed…
Prince George’s County Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department Orders Five Custom Pierce Fire Apparatus with PACCAR Engines
Prince George’s County Fire and EMS Department fleet upgrades will enhance community safety with the advanced capabilities of Pierce fire apparatus. Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE:OSK) business, is pleased to announce Prince George’s County Fire and Emergency Medical…