FlamePro, a British manufacturing specialist of life-saving garments for firefighters, has announced the launch of a first-of-its-kind fire kit, having worked with its suppliers to bring new, innovative technologies to the market. The new Valiant structural fire suit has been…
International Professional Security Association (IPSA)
October 2020 witnessed the revolution of the oldest-established security-trade association in the UK. The new IPSA rose like a phoenix thanks to one man, Simon Pears, Global Head of Security, Sodexo. When Simon was voted as the Chair, he made…
De-Wipe Hair & Body Wash – Wash away the risk with a healthier ‘shower within the hour’
The firefighters’ mantra ‘shower within the hour’ is one of the best practices for preventing firefighter cancer. Without a mandatory shower back at the station, firefighters not only run the risk of harmful carcinogenic toxins and impurities found in soot…
Antarctic Fire Angels – Skiing coast-to-coast across Antarctica in November 2023
We are a team of firefighters from South Wales Fire and Rescue Service and London Fire Brigade, and as an all-female team of five – Nakita Ross, Alison Kibblewhite, Rebecca Rowe, Nikki Upton and Georgina Gilbert – we are going…
Mobile phone coverage is essential in fire stations
There has never been a more poignant time for companies and organisations to implement technology that keeps employees connected, no matter where they are. Mobile connectivity is now deemed essential, both for business operations and staff morale. This is even…
Bristol Uniforms introduces EOS: Protection, flexibility, strength
Bristol Uniforms, a leading designer and manufacturer of protective clothing for the emergency services, has launched a brand-new, state-of-the-art design for structural firefighting PPE. Named after the Greek goddess of the dawn, EOS builds on the success of Bristol’s XFlex…
Life Kitchens – The future is non-combustible kitchens
All our kitchen cabinets are manufactured from rust-resistant treated steel and manufactured with non-toxic fire-resistant foam for insulation and acoustic effect. The door fascias are also manufactured from other non-combustible materials such as glass and neolith stone to remove any…
Weber Rescue – E-FORCE battery tools for more speed and flexibility
Weber Rescue Systems is proud to present a new series of battery-driven rescue tools. The next generation of E-FORCE tools benefit from new and innovative technical features for even more efficient use. The two most significant improvements are the new…
Firestopping service penetrations – the importance and benefits of early engagement
This article has been based on the virtual panel discussion held under the umbrella of London Build Online on 25 November 2020. The industry has already seen a major shift regarding the early consideration of firestopping service penetrations in the…
Hainsworth Protective Fabrics – Introducing the next generation of PPE
Hainsworth Protective Fabrics have released their latest innovative technology, AGILE – a lighter-weight textile for structural firefighting. Director Tom Hainsworth discusses the vital need for low-weight kit and why, when it comes to developing new products, the firefighter knows best.…
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