Fire glass specialist Promat UK has pulled out all the stops to help an interior design and build contractor to successfully complete an office fit-out scheme in Sheffield on time, meeting the tightest of client deadlines at its busiest time…
IWMC 2023: the Call for Papers has been released
The 22nd International Water Mist Conference will – for the second time – take place in Copenhagen, Denmark, on 11 and 12 October 2023. Organizer is – as always – the International Water Mist Association (IWMA). The conference venue is…
Siderise insulation unveils new innovation centre
Siderise Insulation— a world-leading producer of high-performance passive fire-safety solutions – has opened a new Innovation Centre at its headquarters in South Wales, demonstrating its commitment to integrity and proven performance. The purpose-built facility went live in January 2023 following…
Evacuation alert system from Advanced helps protect helps protect residents in Merseyside social housing
Fire-protection solutions manufacturer Advanced has supplied its EvacGo evacuation alert system to two high-rise residential tower blocks in Huyton, Merseyside following a series of fire-safety improvements to the buildings. Following a significant programme of compartmentation works undertaken in 2018, the…
Euralarm releases position paper on Cyber Resilience Act
Euralarm has released a position paper on the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA). The position paper provides Euralarm’s view on the elements of the proposed Cyber Resilience Act that should be kept for the published legislation identifies some unclarities that, if…
Securex West Africa and co-located events return to Lagos to reconnect the security, safety, fire and facilities management sectors
Securex West Africa is set to return in May for its 11th edition alongside the co-located Firexpo West Africa, Smart Cities West Africa and Facilities Management West Africa events. The region’s leading exhibition and conference for the security, safety, fire…
Recycling centre fires cause disruption, environmental damage and cost to businesses
By Iain Cox, Chair of the Business Sprinkler Alliance It is well documented that at Christmas time, household waste increases by 30% and our recycling centres feel the pressure in January from the vast amounts of paper, plastic, cardboard and…
Emergency lighting: how networked systems are enabling instant access to critical life-safety data
Ever heard the phrase ‘it’s in the cloud’? These days almost everything we do now uses cloud technology. From browsing the internet, surfing social media, watching the latest drop from your favourite streaming channel or listening to music online, to…
The importance of smoke detection and damper management in ventilation and pressure ducts
The main task of ventilation systems is to take in, heat or cool the fresh air, and to expel the polluted air. Besides this task, fire escapes and emergency elevators will be used for evacuation purposes, positive pressure is needed…
New appointment marks further Middle East and Africa sales team expansion
Fire protection solutions company Advanced has appointed Business Development Manager Sargunan Sellamuthu as part of its ambitious growth plans in the Middle East and Africa. Sargunan comes to Advanced with nearly a decade of fire-industry experience, most recently working as…
Hochiki Europe advises on false alarms and how to prevent them
If you are the responsible person for a commercial building, including shared areas in houses in multiple occupation (HMOs), blocks of flats and maisonettes, you are required by law to ensure the equipment and procedures are in place to detect,…
SAFE HOUSE! C-TEC’s CAST XFP fire system protecting spiritual retreat
C-TEC’s revolutionary CAST XFP fire system has been installed at a stunning spiritual retreat in Llangollen, North Wales. Set in acres of lush woodland and overlooking the picturesque Ceiriog Valley, Tan-Y-Garth Hall is a beautiful Grade II listed house built…
Sustained growth drives Global Fire Equipment to invest €7.5 million in a new manufacturing facility
Leading European-based fire-safety system manufacturer Global Fire Equipment (GFE) has announced the opening of its new manufacturing facility in the Algarve region of Portugal. The new facility represents an investment of €7.5 million by GSS Group, creating a new home…
Ramtech announces new director to lead global expansion
LEADING wireless solutions provider Ramtech has announced the appointment of new business unit director, Alan Middup, to lead its ongoing expansion into international fire safety and security markets. Having completed a trainee programme at Halma plc – Ramtech’s parent company…
Fire safety in the heart of Chester
Nullifire, a brand of CPG UK, successfully secured and specified project for Vinci Construction to support and protect from fire the new multi-use retail complex in the heart of Chester. The project The Chester Northgate is a £72m, multi-use retail…
GFE to showcase the latest additions to its product portfolio at Intersec 2023
European manufacturer of complete fire safety systems, Global Fire Equipment (GFE), will showcase the latest additions to its product portfolio on Stand F10 in Hall 3 at Intersec 2023 which takes place in Dubai from 17 to 19 January. Visitors…
Fike launches Small Space Suppression system
Fike Corporation, a global manufacturer and supplier of fire-protection systems, recently launched its latest product, Fike Small Space Suppression. This new technology uses a flexible pneumatic tube, which is strategically routed through small applications to detect and suppress fires at…
Fire & security specialists appointed to install systems at Premiership football training facility
Fire and security system installation and maintenance specialists Tecserv UK has been appointed to install intruder alarm systems at a temporary training ground facility for Premiership side Brentford Football Club. Tecserv, which is based in Underwood on the Notts &…
Mountain State Fire Protection: a father’s lessons create success in fire protection industry
Steve Lockwood developed a passion for fire safety while working with his dad who worked as a journeyman pipefitter for a fire fabrication company. The lessons he learned from his father were a springboard for a 30-plus-year career in fire-equipment…
ASFP recognises excellence at the 2022 Passive Fire Protection Awards
The winners of the Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) 2022 Passive Fire Protection Awards were announced at the Association’s Awards Dinner at the Park Regis Hotel in Birmingham on 25 November. Members gathered at this sell-out event to recognise…