The concept of Industry 4.0 is set to bring significant changes to various sectors by using smart technologies and digital transformation. The manifestation of this idea in Construction (named Construction 4.0) reshaped the way built environment assets are designed, constructed…
Battery safety
Love them or hate them, batteries are an integral part of modern living. However, recent incidents have raised their profile from help to hindrance – this article will discuss the considerations that should be made when responding to an incident…
Vaping – setting off alarm bells
Lee James, General Manager at Nittan Europe, looks at the impact of e-cigarette use on fire detectors and the latest recommendations on avoiding false alarms caused by vaping. The Health Act 2006 prohibited smoking in enclosed public places and workplaces,…
With the use of energy storage systems on the rise, the NFPA can help with new research
As the use of energy storage systems (ESS) continues to expand, code officials, designers, installers, and members of the fire service are challenged by the lack of clear direction on fire protection and suppression in these installations. The National Fire…