Exelgard smoke alarm safety switch
23 June, 2014 | Supplied by: ExelgardDesigned for domestic use, the Exelgard Alarm Safety Switch automatically switches off a home's power circuits when a smoke alarm detects fire, helping to minimise the spread of fire.
Aspiration detection system eliminates false alarms in refrigeration facilities
23 June, 2014 | Supplied by: Honeywell LtdAn increasing number of refrigeration facility managers are specifying next-generation aspiration smoke detection systems because of the rapid response and immunity to false alarms that can be achieved when protecting environmentally hostile installations.
Victaulic FireLock Series 745 Fire-Pac fire protection valve
17 June, 2014 | Supplied by: Victaulic Australia/New ZealandThe Victaulic Fire-Pac is a preassembled fire protection valve and trim that is prewired to a fire alarm control panel or junction box.
Fighting bushfires with explosives
29 May, 2014UNSW researchers are a step closer to demonstrating that explosives - rather than water - could be used to extinguish an out-of-control bushfire.
Leveraging technology to improve fire safety
26 May, 2014 by John Lynch, General Manager, Business Support Services, Wormald | Supplied by: WormaldWhen it comes to keeping people and property safe, protecting against the risk of fire should be a top priority. It is important that every premises is fitted with a comprehensive fire safety solution, which can be tailored to go beyond minimum fire protection requirements.
Wormald Connect online fire service portal
16 May, 2014 | Supplied by: WormaldWormald has launched Wormald Connect, a web-based portal that gives users 24-hour access to fire service calls and inspections data.
Flame-retardant consumption on the rise
04 March, 2014Flame retardants can save lives by preventing or at least slowing down the combustion of plastics, construction materials and textiles. A report by market research institute Ceresana finds that more than 2 million tonnes of flame retardants were consumed in 2013.
Where there is smoke, there is now automation
06 February, 2014 | Supplied by: Intermec Technologies Aust Pty LtdTo enhance operations within its Fire and Security division, Chubb Australasia General Manager of Service Delivery and Strategy Jody Blinco was tasked with finding and integrating a technology solution nationwide which would make data more readily available in real time and provide better visibility across the work of its Fire and Security technicians. The company decided on a complete field data mobility solution from Intermec.
Smart software fighting fire with fire
28 November, 2013Australia's key disaster management agencies have joined forces to tackle the problem of how to access and interpret information gathered during bushfires and other natural disasters to help emergency services save lives and property.
Aussie Water Wall hose for containment
31 October, 2013 | Supplied by: Australian Pump Industries Pty LtdThe Aussie Water Wall creates a 300 m2, 12-15 m high wall of water jets from just one hose and is designed to be used in containment situations to isolate fires and hazmat spills.
Westex UltraSoft range of flame-resistant fabrics
29 October, 2013 | Supplied by: Charles Parsons & CoThe Westex UltraSoft range of flame-resistant, 88% cotton, 12% high-tenacity nylon fabrics is claimed to be flame resistant for the life of the garment under either high-temperature industrial or home-washing procedures.
Wormald supplies fire protection solution at Nepean Hospital
27 September, 2013 | Supplied by: WormaldWormald has installed a comprehensive fire protection solution at the new surgical wing of Nepean Hospital in Penrith, New South Wales.
Xtralis Refrigerated Storage Sampling Kit
17 September, 2013 | Supplied by: Xtralis Pty LtdThe Xtralis Refrigerated Storage Sampling Kit is designed for existing and new refrigerated storage facilities that require a means of air sampling smoke detection (ASD) sampling arrangement that is effective and easy to install and maintain.
Oxygen reduction system to prevent fire at hospital
13 September, 2013 | Supplied by: ARA GroupThe FirePass Oxygen Reduced Fire Prevention system was installed recently at the Sydney Adventist Hospital (SAH) located in Wahroonga on Sydney’s north shore. The system has the unique ability to create an environment of breathable, controlled oxygen-reduced air that prevents fire ignition.
One in three business managers unaware of fire safety standards and legislation
17 July, 2013 | Supplied by: WormaldFire protection specialist Wormald is urging business owners and managers to keep up to date with fire safety standards and regulations and to ensure their buildings are adequately protected against fire.
