Ziamatic has released a new QUIC-Lift System-Switch Panel to be used, as an option, for various QUIC-Lift systems that are not supplied with a switch panel. The new QUIC-Lift System-Switch Panel can be used as an option for models (1…
Mexico’s New Tulum International Airport Takes Delivery of Three Oshkosh Airport Products Striker ARFF Vehicles
The newly opened Tulum International Airport in Mexico has acquired an advanced fleet of Striker® ARFF vehicles to support emergency operations. Oshkosh Airport Products, a division of Pierce Manufacturing Inc., a subsidiary of Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE: OSK), announces the delivery…
Frontline Communications Delivers Advanced Mobile Command Vehicle to St. Petersburg Police Department
Partnership with Ten-8 Fire and Safety and Frontline Communications will enhance St. Petersburg’s law enforcement capabilities with a high-tech mobile command vehicle for diverse operations. Frontline Communications, a division of Pierce Manufacturing, Inc., and a subsidiary of Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE:…
23rd International Water Mist Conference – Call for Papers published
The 23rd International Water Mist Conference (IWMC) will take place in Antwerp, Belgium, on 18th and 19th September 2024. The conference venue will be the Radisson Blu Astrid Hotel. The call for papers has now been published. The abstract deadline…
How Beam Detectors Work?
Beam type smoke detectors are mostly used in places with high ceilings like basketball courts, warehouses, movie theatres etc. Detection with optical smoke detector can be slow in these places. Because smoke has to reach the detector mounted to the…
Japan Ministry of Defense Advances Towards Carbon Neutrality with the Acquisition of an Oshkosh Striker Volterra Electric ARFF Vehicle
Purchase of Oshkosh Striker® Volterra™ Electric ARFF vehicle propels Japan’s Ministry of Defense and the Japan Air Self-Defense Force into a new era of eco-friendly emergency response. Oshkosh Airport Products, a division of Pierce Manufacturing Inc., a subsidiary of Oshkosh…
ASFP shortlisted for three Association awards
The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) is delighted to have been shortlisted for three awards in the Trade Association Forum’s (TAF’s) Awards. The Awards recognise, reward and promote best practice among trade associations in the UK. The Association’s magazine,…
Intersec 2024 champions the UAE’s airspace security with drone threat countermeasure workshop
UAE drone market poised for substantial growth, projected to reach $950 million by 2030 from $380 million in 2022 Intersec 2024 to unveil advances in drone threat responses at Counter Drone Workshop Intersec 2024 to welcome 1,000 exhibitors, and 45,000…
Intersec 2024 experts affirm Middle East aviation’s resilience, prioritising passenger safety through adaptability
Amidst a robust post-pandemic surge in passenger traffic, regional airports commit substantial investments in cutting-edge tech and infrastructure Geopolitical tensions, conflicts, and rising cyber threats drive significant aviation security upgrades across the Middle East The vision for the future of…
Intersec 2024 experts affirm Middle East aviation’s resilience, prioritising passenger safety through adaptability
Amidst a robust post-pandemic surge in passenger traffic, regional airports commit substantial investments in cutting-edge tech and infrastructure. Geopolitical tensions, conflicts, and rising cyber threats drive significant aviation security upgrades across the Middle East. The vision for the future of…
The Will-Burt Company acquires Clark Masts Systems Limited
The Will-Burt Company, a world leader in the design, manufacture and sale of mobile telescoping mast, tower, and integrated trailer systems, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Clark Masts Systems, LTD. Clark is known globally for their fast-erecting, high-quality,…
Viking EMEA places good stewardship of our natural environment as a top priority
Viking EMEA announces that effective immediately, the company will no longer offer or distribute fluorinated foam concentrates. This decision is based on environmental concerns. Viking EMEA places good stewardship of our natural environment as a top priority, dedicating significant time…
Fire meets wood: navigating passive fire protection for mass timber
Mass timber construction has gained significant popularity in recent years due to its sustainable and aesthetically pleasing attributes. However, like any building material, mass timber is susceptible to fire. Passive fire-protection measures play a crucial role in ensuring the structural…
Fike Develops First Third-Party Tested Solution to Stop Thermal Runaway with Fike Blue
Fike Corporation, a global manufacturer and supplier of industrial hazard protection, has announced the discovery and development of Fike BlueTM, the world’s first patented and third-party tested solution to stop thermal runaway. Thermal runaway is an unpredictable fire hazard experienced…
AutoFlight Unveils High-Payload Advanced Air Mobility Firefighting Program and Debuts Fully Functional Prototype
Global eVTOL pioneer AutoFlight today announced the launch of a high-payload firefighting program and released a fully functional prototype. With a maximum takeoff weight of two metric tons (MTOW), the firefighting model is designed to lift a 400kg payload over a…
Luton Airport Car Park Blaze: A Final Call For Sprinklers
By Iain Cox, Chair of Business Sprinkler Alliance The fire that destroyed an unsprinklered airport terminal car park last month caused disruption to tens of thousands of passengers, left hundreds stranded at the airport, and impacted close to 1,500 cars.…
Intersec 2024 to commemorate 25-year milestone edition in the region with a record number of exhibitors
The silver jubilee edition of Intersec 2024 will be the largest ever, with increased support from key UAE Government bodies Exhibitor numbers will be 20% higher than 2023, reinforcing the importance of safety, security and fire safety technology in the…
Proving compliance: testing detectors and reporting the results
Safety is paramount in our industry, so the need to ensure fire systems are properly maintained is essential. Crucial to this maintenance is the requirement for regular functional testing of detectors. Standards such as BS:5839 and NFPA 72 don’t just…
Where there’s smoke…
Events held during National Fire Protection Month lifted the curtain on some of the risks posed by modern fires. The public is largely unaware about the risk of fire. For many, it is an unknown quantity – they haven’t experienced…
Innovating tomorrow’s PPE today
Designing the protection systems for our future firefighters requires a deep understanding of the role, innovative thinking and continued investment in research and development. Developing tomorrow’s PPE solutions is a perpetual priority for the team at GORE-TEX Professional, built on…
Tunnel fire safety – protecting critical infrastructure
Though thankfully relatively infrequent, fires in tunnels remain high profile given the potentially catastrophic consequences that can result. A look at just some of the major incidents that have occurred over the last 30 years and the resulting fatalities highlight…
Second National Fire Protection Month showcases fire protection
National Fire Protection Month has just wrapped up for its second year, following a series of events that recognised and celebrated fire protection and its role in keeping people and property safe from the effects of fire. ‘God grant mine…