On 29 November 2018, world-leading coatings manufacturer Hempel officially opened its new Centre of Excellence in Barcelona. The centre’s focus will be on the research and development of coating products within the field of passive fire protection in which Hempel…
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SICUREZZA AND SMART BUILDING EXPO WILL BE BACK AT FIERA MILANO NEXT YEAR Innovation, training, and renewed synergy between the two shows. SICUREZZA is ready to consolidate the leadership of an event with an increasingly international appeal. SMART BUILDING EXPO…
Telgian Celebrates 33rd Anniversary as a Global Leader in Fire Protection, Safety and Security
November marked the 33-year anniversary of the founding of Telgian Holdings, Inc., a worldwide provider of comprehensive fire, security, and life safety solutions. Since 1985, Telgian has grown from a modest firm providing code development and consulting, fire testing, and…
How to reduce the fire risk profile of your waste and recycling facility
Investment in tools like the fire detection and suppression systems, not only catch fires early in the process, but protects the insurance companies from the risk of an employee getting unnecessarily injured while fighting a fire. Insurance companies want to work with clients that take an organization-wide approach to mitigating their fire risk across all of their facilities and protecting their biggest assets.
What is the difference between tunnel test methods?
Through the years, regulatory bodies in the United States, the Middle East and Canada have incorporated the Steiner Tunnel test as their standard method to evaluate fire performance of interior finish materials.
In the U.S., the Steiner Tunnel test is typically designated as ASTM E84 (or UL 723), while in Canada it is widely known as CAN/ULC-S102. Both tunnels are identical dimensionally and are run under nominally the same operating conditions. Additionally, they both stipulate similar methodologies where the specimen is mounted into the tunnel, forming the ceiling of the interior surface of the apparatus. The surface to be evaluated is exposed face-down to the ignition source. The material, product or assembly shall be capable of being mounted in the test position during the test. Thus, the specimen shall either be self-supporting by its own structural properties, held in-place by added supports along the test surface, or secured to a rigid substrate. The main differences of these tests lie in:
B-DETECTION PLUS Online Gas Measuring System from BAUER
The online gas measurement system B-DETECTION PLUS monitors the quality of the compressed air: Measurement of CO, CO2, O2 as well as optional absolute humidity and oil (VOC). Automatic, constantly and extremely reliable. By means of the B-CONTROL control, you…
Horbury secures new fire door safety contract
Horbury Property Services, part of the Horbury Group of companies, has secured a project to replace fire doors and update fire compartmentation in a number of buildings, including offices and a library for Nuneaton and Bedworth Council. This is part…
Advanced Insulation Win EIC Innovation Award
Advanced Insulation, a UK-based manufacturer, has been awarded the EIC (Energy Industries Council) Innovation award for its underdeck and bulkhead fire protection and insulation system – ContraFlame® MS400. In the first week of October, the oil price hit its highest level…
C-TEC Appoints New UK Sales Manager
Leading life-safety systems manufacturer, C-TEC, has announced the promotion of Brian Foster to the newly-created role of UK Sales Manager. Reporting directly to Charlotte Manley, C-TEC’s Sales Director, Brian will head up the company’s External Sales Team. With over 30 years’ experience at C-TEC, Brian started his career…
Fire protection for steel reaches new levels
A breakthrough in fire protection from Sherwin-Williams Protective & Marine Coatings is offering a combination of durability and ultra-fast curing not previously possible. In most environments 20 years durability can be achieved with FIRETEX FX6002 intumescent coating, even without the…
Brace Yourself for IMPACT!
4EVAC’s new IMPACT launched at Security Essen. Security Essen 2018 provided a broad platform for all aspects of technology and services aimed at the protection and safety sectors. Among the 950 exhibitors benefiting from this international showcase was Dutch voice…
Vimpex vision becomes a reality
‘The fire sector is undergoing rapid change whilst constantly evolving, which requires manufacturers to adapt and innovate,’ Vimpex Managing Director James Jones explained to guests at the unveiling of the company’s ambitious new state-of-the-art manufacturing production facility at Great Wakering, Essex. He was responding to…
Advanced Emergency lighting protects exclusive Knightsbridge Hotel
One of London’s most prestigious hotels, The Berkeley in Knightsbridge, London, is now protected by a Lux Intelligent emergency lighting test system and MxPro fire panels from Advanced. With a history dating back to the 1800s, the current 214-bedroom Berkeley…
Johnson Controls partners with Lumkani to bring fire safety to urban informal settlements
Smart fire detection devices provide safety for vulnerable people in South Africa Families living in informal settlements in South Africa will now be better protected against devastating fires thanks to a newly announced partnership between Johnson Controls and Lumkani. The…
FIA Survey reveals impact of Grenfell Tower, Brexit, and ‘cutting corners’ on fire industry
The FIA (Fire Industry Association) has released the results of the Market Conditions Survey, Wave 10. This survey is a snapshot of the current trends within the fire industry nationwide. Each Wave is conducted annually. Wave 10 reveals the impact…
Coltraco Ultrasonics are excited to announce the brand-new generation of flow meter, the Portasonic® 2.FL0
After rigorous research and design, Coltraco are proud to release a more accurate, reliable and flexible ultrasonic flow meter. Accurate – the Portasonic 2.FL0 is accurate to +/-1% accuracy Reliable – the Portasonic 2.FL0 is calibrated to ISO17025 standards Flexible – the Portasonic 2.FL0 has 3 modes of operation, making it…
Kentec confirms two new senior appointments to support the company’s international growth
Kentec, a leading life safety control systems manufacturer, has appointed Derrick Hall as Director of Sales and Costas Constantinides as Head of International Business Development to further drive the company’s domestic and international growth. The appointments will support Kentec’s successful…
Johnson Controls announces new Tyco® Series TY-B and TY-FRB Poly-Stainless Sprinklers
Corrosion-resistant sprinklers designed for use in commercial occupancies Johnson Controls announces its new Tyco® Series TY-B and TY-FRB Poly-Stainless Sprinklers intended for commercial applications where corrosive conditions may exist. The TY-B has a 5 mm diameter heat-sensitive glass bulb rated standard…
MDM welcomes new member to the sales team
The Director’s of MDM Publishing Ltd are delighted to announce the appointment of Mike Coward as International Sales Manager. Mike is well respected within the industry having worked within international fire publishing as a Sales Manager for 16 years. Commenting…
Faster and simpler testing of ASD systems
is not always easy, with various methods of testing used and access often problematic. This can lead to testing being carried out separately from the main system, which lengthens the site visit and leads to greater disruption. Solo 365, the…