London’s Canary Wharf comprises some of world’s most sought-after office, leisure and retail space. One of its most recognisable buildings is 50 Bank Street, which now benefits from cutting-edge life-safety solutions from Honeywell Gent, installed by Pacific Fire & Security.…
Cadcorp Risk Modeller – A user-friendly and repeatable way for Fire Services to model risk
ire Services need to have a good understanding of risk within their operational areas. Understanding risk allows Fire Services to prioritise community engagement, and a number of authorities examine risk as part of their attendance benchmarks. While Fire Services have…
PBI – Protects in every situation
PBI has been at the forefront of incredible innovation and progress in the development of fabrics that protect firefighters against heat and flame but are also lightweight and breathable, reducing the risk of heat stress. The company’s range of fabrics…
The Flood Expo keynote line-up has been released!
The Flood Expo is the world’s largest exhibition and conference designed to help the most progressive flood professionals and property owners discover the latest innovative products, services and strategies that transform the way flooding is predicted, prevented and managed. It…
The evolution of SCBA – How innovation is improving safety
The biggest barrier to firefighter safety is undoubtedly smoke. The need to provide crews with the ability to breath, manoeuvre within a building freely and interact with colleagues has shaped the development of breathing apparatus over time. Even in today’s…
Super Vac – The world’s leading manufacturer in emergency ventilation products
Super Vac’s line-up includes the largest array of PPV fans, ranging from 20cm to 2m blades and now includes Super Vac’s coveted 16- and 18-inch variable-speed battery fans, powered by DeWalt or Milwaukee. Earlier this year, Super Vac introduced its…
FIREX International 2019 records another successful event
The 2019 FIREX International, held on 18–20 June at ExCeL, London, was another enormous success. Once again, the event saw increased attendance, with a 4% rise in visitors from 73 countries, representing a combined annual budget of £6.3bn, helping FIREX…
QuelStop – Intumescent HPE graphite sealant
Quelfire’s QuelStop Intumescent HPE Graphite Sealant is a high-expansion intumescent acrylic-based graphic sealant used to provide a fire-rated linear joint or gap seal and to maintain the fire rating of walls and floors where they have been penetrated by services.…
Advanced’s high-rise reputation sees it protect European landmark
Global fire-systems leader, Advanced, has been specified on another landmark tall building. Set to stand at 62 storeys high, 22 Bishopsgate in the City of London will, on completion, become the second-tallest building in Western Europe. The 278m office building…
Alfa Drop Box – Deliver innovative mobile training pods to Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service
Alfa Drop Box has designed and created the first Immersive Training Mobile pods for Staffordshire Fire & Rescue to deliver their Safe & Sound educational project into the community. The design is the brainchild of Phil Gibbs, Managing Director and…
