New TYCO ® ESFR-34 Sprinkler provides industry’s tallest ceiling-only warehouse protection with added flexibility
Early-suppression, fast-response sprinkler gives facilities design flexibility for increased storage 2020) – Johnson Controls today announces the release of the new TYCO ® Model ESFR-34 Pendent Sprinkler (TY9286). This early suppression, fast…
Chubb Appointed Exclusive Distributor, Installer and Service Provider of SmartCell, A New Wireless Fire Safety Solution with Integrated Communications
Chubb has been appointed the exclusive UK distributor, installer and service provider of SmartCell, a complete wireless fire detection platform by EMS. The platform provides customers with smaller commercial sites and properties complete control of their fire safety systems’ performance…
Sri Lankan Hospital Ensures Staff and Patient Safety with Fire System from Advanced
An Axis AX fire system from Advanced has been installed as part of large-scale renovations at one of Sri Lanka’s most prestigious healthcare facilities. The 2-loop and 4-loop, UL-listed Axis AX fire panels, and more than 500 devices, were supplied,…
Introducing UBIK Masks : Rock the New Normal
UBIK masks will provide a touch of style to the new normal and add a sense of fun and sophistication. Designed to raise money for the COVID Fighters Charity. Forward-thinking London based motion-gpx Square Bubble Factory and Madrid-based design company…
Fire Systems Leader Appoint New Sales Director
Gary Craig has been appointed as Sales Director at global systems leader, Advanced, further strengthening its senior leadership team. A well-known figure in the fire industry, Gary has spent the past 35 years in the sector with previous leadership positions…
Security & Fire Excellence Awards 2020
The Security & Fire Excellence Awards 2020 will take place on Wednesday 25th November 2020 at London Hilton on Park Lane. For 2020, we are again very closely aligned with IFSEC International and FIREX International exhibitions, which have the new…
Trelleborg highlights importance of safe Crude Oil Storage
Trelleborg’s applied technologies operation supports hydrocarbon storage with DryFoam, a proven UL certified non-water fire prevention solution, specifically designed to suppress up to 98% of vapors, protecting people and property from fire. Trelleborg’s DryFoam technology is completely passive, working with…
A national campaign shouldn’t just focus on sprinklers
To overcome new fire safety challenges, greater awareness on innovative fire safety technologies is needed. Fire suppression specialist and BAFSA member Plumis is supporting the National Fire Chief Council’s (NFCC) sprinkler week campaign (18-24 May) but is highlighting the need…
Apollo Fire Detectors joins forces to protect former military rehab centre during the COVID-19 pandemic
Teamwork, flexibility and a commitment to customer service have resulted in Apollo fire detectors being installed, commissioned and in operation in just four weeks at a former defence medical rehabilitation centre that is being transformed into a community-style hospital for…
Keep Your Eyes Up
In places where the ceiling height is high, beam type (beam) smoke detectors are preferred for fire detection. Mavli Elektronik A.Ş., which has been developing products and services in the field of fire and gas detection systems since 1987. It…
Ed Chivers appointed as Global Product and Accreditation Director
Here at Reacton Fire Suppression, we are delighted to announce the appointment of Ed Chivers as Global Product and Certification Director. Since joining the business in 2016, Ed has been instrumental in Reacton’s achievement of world-class product accreditations and approvals.…
Ring announces local Fire Departments have joined Neighbors App to share safety tips with communities
Neighbors, a free app by Ring designed to help community members connect and stay informed about local public safety incidents, recently announced that local fire departments are joining the app to sharesafety tips with the communities they serve and enable…
Nittan provides fire safety protection for Nottingham Students
Nittan Europe, UK manufacturer of conventional and addressable fire detection products and systems, has had its Evolution analogue addressable fire detection system installed into a new student accommodation development in Beeston, Nottingham. The system was installed by Nottinghamshire based integrated…
Victaulic Adds Virtual Access to Renowned Continuing Education Program
Victaulic, the world’s leading manufacturer of mechanical pipe-joining systems, is now offering free virtual courses from its accredited and award-winning Victaulic University program to construction professionals around the world. Growing demand for more versatile training options and shrinking access to…
Telgian’s Tom Parrish elected AFAA Vice President
Telgian’s fire, life safety and security expert Tom Parrish has recently beenelected AFAA Vice President. The Automatic Fire Alarm Association (AFAA) is the only not-for-profit association focused exclusively on the fire alarm industry; AFAA is dedicated to eliminating death, injury,…
New site for Birmingham-based manufacturer, Evac+Chair International
UK manufacturer, Evac+Chair International is investing to futureproof the business as it relocates to Blythe Valley Park (BVP) in Solihull, Birmingham, near junction 4, M42. From Monday 25th May 2020, Evac+Chair International will begin manufacturing and distributing its products worldwide…
Thermal cameras turn Unique heat on coronavirus
A protection services company in Dorset, UK has diversified into high-tech fever screening due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Orders for the detection technology are being placed with Unique Fire and Security, for use in public spaces and workplaces. Established 10…
Growing Fire Service Demands Ignite Partnership
A new cooperative partnership has sparked in the fire service industry.Cooperative purchasing organization Sourcewell has joined forces with the Western Fire Chiefs Association (WFCA), founder of FireRescue GPO. This FireRescue GPO partnership with Sourcewell will provide an even greater opportunity…
Sprinklers save life and property
This week (18 – 24 May) is national sprinkler awareness week. Recently we had an incident where the sprinkler system saved both life and property at Winchester Court, Sherwood. Crews from Stockhill and Arnold fire stations attended Winchester Court, Chestnut…
Kent FRS to launch first-ever online fire station open day
Kent Fire and Rescue Service (KFRS) is calling on Kent residents at home to tune into the first-ever online fire station open day on Thursday 28 May! Aimed at families of all ages, the virtual event has been organised in…