Apex2 sampling pumps
09 June, 2017 | Supplied by: Thermo Fisher ScientificThe Apex2 range of sampling pumps is intrinsically safe for use in flammable atmospheres.
Vehicle fire protection standard revised
28 September, 2016 | Supplied by: WormaldVehicle owners and operators are advised to familiarise themselves with changes to Australian Standard AS5062.
Scott Safety Scott Sight in-mask thermal imaging intelligence system
22 September, 2016 | Supplied by: Scott SafetyThe Scott Safety Scott Sight in-mask thermal imaging intelligence system uses hands-free thermal imaging technology to provide firefighters with a clear, unobstructed view of their surroundings.
Tecpro Australia Mine Spec Range heavy-duty hose reels
30 August, 2016 | Supplied by: Tecpro AustraliaTecpro Australia Mine Spec Range heavy-duty hose reels include a spring rewind mechanism to make it easy for operators to retract the hose after use.
Improved emergency services response for bushfire season
22 August, 2016Emergency services will be better able to share resources ahead of the disaster season in Australia, following support from the National Resource Sharing Centre.
Beating the heat with PPE
11 August, 2016 | Supplied by: Scott SafetyHigh temperatures are a cause for concern for outdoor workers and increase the risk of heat-related illness such as heat exhaustion, heat stress and heat stroke.
Standards update — national approach to fire protection maintenance
27 July, 2016 | Supplied by: WormaldNational businesses are being urged to standardise maintenance of fire protection as Victoria joins the rest of Australia in implementing fire protection maintenance standard AS1851-2012.
Safeguarding your worksite against electrical fires
04 July, 2016 | Supplied by: Simply EnergySimply Energy provides guidelines on how to safeguard your worksite against electrical fires.
PVStop fire-retardant liquid tarp for solar panels
01 July, 2016 | Supplied by: Solar Developments Pty LtdPVStop has been designed from polymer film technology that acts a 'liquid tarp' to switch off a solar PV system in seconds, which renders the entire system safe in the event of a fire or other emergency situation.
Photoelectric smoke alarms will be the way of the future
27 June, 2016 | Supplied by: Clipsal - by Schneider ElectricWith the mandatory installation of photoelectric smoke alarms in all homes in Queensland, one manufacturing company is ceasing production of ionisation smoke alarms altogether.
Things to consider when selecting a fire protection contractor
31 May, 2016 by John Lynch, General Manager Business Support Services, Wormald | Supplied by: WormaldAs industrial, construction and mining sectors undertake rationalisation programs and centralise procurement, cost and efficiency are weighing more heavily into the purchase of fire protection systems than ever before. While these are important considerations, this should never be at the expense of life safety.
Fighting fire with science
11 March, 2016A UQ researcher and 'fire chaser' has won a national competition for a project that looks at fighting intense bushfires with science.
New owners for Australian Wormald fire business
01 March, 2016 | Supplied by: WormaldThe deal for global fire and security company Tyco to sell off its Wormald Australian fire business has now been finalised.
RMIT technology on track for China
28 January, 2016 by Greg Thom, RMIT | Supplied by: RMIT UniversityTechnology developed at RMIT to detect powerline fires before they happen may be adapted for China's extensive, and very fast, rail system.
Fire protection challenge for Melbourne shopping centre
23 October, 2015 | Supplied by: Xtralis Pty LtdA glass-roofed atrium in one of the Southern Hemisphere's largest shopping centres presented a fire detection challenge solved by Xtralis.
