SA has new rules for fire alarms. Here’s what you need to know
The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) has released its latest recommendations for fire detection and alarm systems, for non-domestic premises. The document (formally called...
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The Rise of Cellular for Fire Alarm Signal Transmission
Beginning in 2011, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) began the process of shifting its high-cost universal service program from legacy copper networks and TDM voice...
Role of fire detectors in fire suppression
Flame detectors are key to an effective fire suppression system, according to Nishant Thankappan, business development manager – analytical and detection, Emerson Automation Solutions Combustion...
Fighting fires with technology
With the flick of a button, Telefire’s sophisticated fire control panels in smart buildings can contact firefighters, fight off cyberattackers, and alert people to evacuate...
“44% of businesses are concerned that false fire alarms in the workplace will encourage complacency”, according to study
With employees being encouraged to return to workplaces following the pandemic, new research by fire safety specialist, JLA, has revealed that business leaders are most...
What to know about data center fire protection
Protect your data center from potential fire hazards through proper mitigation, detection and suppression. Then, create a plan for recovery in the event of a...
Convergint launches new intrusion and fire detection system
Convergint Thursday said it has launched Convergint Monitoring, a fully integrated platform with a suite of tools to monitor intrusion, fire and other mission-critical systems...
MSA Safety Donates $400,000 in Safety Equipment to Ukraine Firefighters
MSA Safety Incorporated (NYSE: MSA), the global leader in the development, manufacture and supply of sophisticated safety solutions that protect people and facility infrastructures, today announced...
Ajax Systems remains resilient despite war in Ukraine and prepares for the launch of new products
Since the outbreak of the war in Ukraine, Ajax Systems does not sit idly by, waiting for peace. Instead, the company is doing everything necessary...
Donated firefighting kit is now on its way to Ghana
Protective clothing, hoses, radio equipment and cutting gear will benefit national fire and rescue service A Cosham firefighter has achieved his aim of sending equipment...