Khartoum has turned into an urban battleground, with one of the latest casualties being the 18-story, Greater Nile Petroleum Oil Company Tower, situated in the centre of the city. The event took place at the end of last week, following prolonged combat in the area. Recently, the...
Building architecture continues to evolve, becoming more complex in the process, to meet this, new innovative fire systems need to be prepared for all kinds of environments. Part of the evolution of these systems involves the implementation of new green initiatives. The fire protection agency continues...
The highly anticipated fifth edition of Intersec Saudi Arabia is set to be a milestone event in the realm of safety and security. Scheduled from October 3 to 5, 2023, at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center, this exhibition will showcase cutting-edge technologies and...
Almost 45,000 flights are handled by air traffic control daily, out of these flights - only a rare couple experience any issues, and those issues are minor by nature. However, a fire at 100,000 kilometres in the sky, in a pressurized cabin with limited oxygen, can...
The Saudi Vision 2030 Initiative seeks to bring a fresh green perspective to the Kingdom's business ideals. In a time where businesses are setting themselves a number of climate goals, the fire & safety industry is under intense scrutiny, especially in regard to its energy usage. However,...
You're out on holiday, soaking in the sun, finally putting the world on hold and taking some time for yourself. Your neighbor calls you and tells you, the office fire alarm keeps going off. Now you have a whole new set of fears in your...
Codes, compliance, standards and accessible technology continue to evolve for businesses across fire and safety fields. As businesses look to prove the capabilities of their solutions, they need a space which allows for extensive testing - enter the Baltic Fire Laboratory. With multiple accreditations, the Baltic...
Modern problems require modern solutions. As supply chains continue to grow and innovate, they begin to involve warehouses, depots, storage lots and more, which all require tailored monitoring solutions for the engineering teams on site. More and more businesses are relying on these supply chains -...
OPEC on Tuesday stuck to its forecasts for robust growth in global oil demand in 2023 and 2024 citing signs that major economies are faring better than expected despite headwinds such as high interest rates and elevated inflation. World oil demand will rise by 2.25 million...
Drones are used by firefighters to spread fire retardant in remote areas, hoist hoses across skyscrapers and capture high-definition footage to help ground units. However, many drones suffer from the high temperatures of fires, and the heat of the Middle East, the combination damages the electronics...
The biggest security & fire trade show in the Middle East is right around the corner - with Intersec Saudi Arabia prepared to break records and catalyse developments in the marketplace. Intersec Saudi Arabia has a broad, yet poignant goal - to open conversation about the...
Emergency forces must be able to react quickly and purposefully in emergency situations - the solution, the M-Eye Magirus drone, providing firefighters and rescue organisations with situation reconnaissance and mission monitoring from the air. Drones have become an indispensable part of tactical and operational command and...
Piping Logistics has expanded its product range with two new types of water flow switches. We are proud to announce that we have expanded our product range with two types of water flow switches, U-bolt & threaded. They’re designed for the detection of a water flow...
July was the hottest month on record in the history of the planet. The average global temperature was 16.95c, exceeding the previous record, by a third of a degree. This has left the Middle East in conditions perfect for wildfires. In the Arab region, temperatures reached...
Early Warning Fire Protection from Conveyors Patol’s range of transit sensors continues to prove a popular option for detecting fires in a wide range of conveyor applications. Many goods carried on conveyor systems are highly combustible with the power to ignite. If they do ignite and...
Interest in remotely-controlled ships and autonomous shipping is on the rise, as it proves to be an effective means of transporting cargo across large bodies of water or achieving other maritime objectives, without the need for high levels of economic or personal investment. Many commercial projects...
One of South Africa’s worst building disasters – 76 people dead and dozens more injured in a fire that stunned the country – occurred on Albert Street, last Thursday. A dangerous, overcrowded district, filled with scrap and cigarette butts is home to many buildings which have...
In case of emergency: do not use lift - instead use fire escape ladders, but is there enough to go around? The average highrise building in Dubai, houses at least a few hundred people, however, fire escapes and alarms are not regularly tested. In a fire...
Sharjah His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad al Qasimi, supreme council member and ruler of Sharjah has allocated 100 million dirhams for a project to reduce the risk of fires in towers and buildings in the city. The first phase of the project will cover...
In September 2020, the Ministry of the Interior reported the beginning of a three-year implementation of new safety standards for villa owners - part of this involves mandatory fire alarms. As of now, Villa owners have only four months to make the upgrades: "The homeowner is responsible...
Ash spits across the skies, fire rains down from above and smoke blocks all view of the scene, with heat pressing down from all sides, the tool that'll solve all these problems - is the fire hose. Among the most important tools a firefighter has, length,...
FireSafety cologne The ever growing event, vds firesafety will again be held in cologne 6th and 7th december. 2023. The conference fire extinguishing systems will have german-english simultaneous translation and cover both days of the event with current case studies and solutions from germany and abroad...
In the US, more than 900 state and local emergency services agencies use drones in one way or another. 186, directly incorporate drones into fire and emergency services. Firefighting drones are no longer a thing of the future, now becoming cheap to produce, and commonplace in...
Aerial vehicles swooped overhead, pouring gallons of water onto spreading grass fires this morning around Turkey's Dardanelles Strait. Fires, which were raging through the north and central parts of Turkey yesterday, are now under control, according to Ibrahim Ymakli, the Country's Forestry Minister. The Minister addressed...
Firefighters have managed to take control of the wildfires that erupted in north-western Turkey over the previous week. “The fire was brought under control within 48 hours under the coordination of the forestry department and AFAD (Turkish Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency),” said Ibrahim Yumakli, Turkey's...
USA: Southern States Damaged by Fires Environmental concerns are being raised in the aftermath of a fire on an oil rig in a dry dock on the mobile river in Alabama. More than 55 firefighters responded to the incident at the rig, which contained diesel, hydraulic...
With summer, comes dry grass, and with dry grass comes grass fires - and grass fires can quickly spiral into Wildfires. With prolific wildfires destroying the ecosystem of parts of Canada, the importance of countering and understanding how grass fires start becomes ever more relevant. Recent...
Projecting down from the ceiling, smoke detectors are very noticeable and not visually pleasing. This is especially true in areas like lounges, elegant villas, galleries, and museums. As the detectors start to gather dirt and dust over time, they do little to help maintain a...
Global leader in Fire Protection Solutions, Advanced, announces the appointment of Antonio Telesca as its new Managing Director. Antonio brings a wealth of experience to the role, from projects spanning aerospace, lighting, fire safety and international business experience, Antonio brings a wealth of expertise to drive...
Streamlight Inc – a provider of high-performance lighting, has unveiled its newest product, the USB-C rechargeable Wedge XT. Delivering up to 500 lumens for two hours when on high, the new light features a flat, low-profile design that makes it suitable for concealed carry in a...
Some fires will start in places where there is simply no one around. Does your building have the infrastructure to slow down fire until an appropriate solution can be utilized? To this end, Mann McGowan has effective fire-resistant door seals, which can stop a fire in...
Over recent years there has been a number of advancements in fire-fighting helmets, in this article, we'll look at two separate advancements, that have pushed forward the firefighting marketplace and made life easier for the average safety operative. Anti-Heat Visors The newest innovation from Milwaukee-based helmet maker...
Bogdan Raciega has joined the International Water Mist Association (IWMA) Scientific Council. Raciega is already IWMA’s representative at the European Commission (expert group on marine safety) and brings with him a wide range of experience. He currently works as the Fire Laboratory Director for the Baltic Fire...
As the Saudi Vision 2030 initiative continues to ramp up, more scrutiny is being placed on the hospitality industry, whilst the economy of Saudi Arabia shifts to being primarily tourism. However, recently, hospitality industries around the world have been accused of lacking in particular fire and...
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration, (NASA) are typically known for their ventures into the final frontier. Their innovative technology which protects humans from the harsh conditions of space, can also protect firefighters from the hazardous environments they are often exposed to. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)...
For the last 23 years, aerosol delivery systems have continued to innovate - and safety standards have continued to rise. The industry constantly needs an aerosol delivery system that can be used safely and cost-effectively and enables professionals to get the job done effectively. Enter the Smokin'...
The firefighting marketplace continues to rapidly evolve, with new innovative technologies being introduced to the marketplace on a regular basis. In a recent article, we looked at innovative Sonic Fire Extinguishers, and what they could offer the industry. A much older concept, but one which is just...
There are many exhibitions and showcases that make up the world of Security and Fire, Intersec 2023 seeks to stand out, through its use of innovation, scale, venue and methodology, elevating it above 'just another exhibition'. Zones Intersec 2023 will be split into various zones, allowing visitors...
Since our previous article covering the Canadian wildfires, the situation has changed, however, fires continue to rage through the country. Due to the magnitude and the seemingly unstoppable nature of the Canadian wildfires, first reported over a month ago, the situation has since garnered world attention. Fires...
The fire marketplace is constantly evolving, one of the new innovations is Sonic Fire extinguishers that separate fire particles from oxygen. Sonic devices refer to technology which utilises sound waves to complete a specific goal. Futuristic in nature, sonic devices are beginning to make their mark...
One of our longest-running media partners is the Firecon Conference. This year, the show is set to take place in Dubai on the 7th September. Firecon 2023 is a groundbreaking one-day business-to-business conference and exhibition set to take place in UAE. This event is dedicated to...
A fire has broken out in a commercial building in Musaffah. The fire reportedly broke out at half two in the afternoon, those within the commercial building were swiftly evacuated as a proportion. Abu Dhabi Police and Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority teams are - at the...
London Build, the leading construction and design show in the UK, focused on global safety and construction standards, is back with a bang in 2023, taking over London Olympia this November 15th and 16th. From contractors and architects to civil engineers and developers, professionals, over 30,000...
The four trade exhibitions - GIFA Middle East Africa, METEC Middle East & Africa, wire Middle East Africa and Tube Middle East & Africa, will be held simultaneously a the Egypt International Exhibition Center for the first time. 'Metal and Steel Egypt 2023' will take place...
86% of 750 organizations which responded indicated that they planned to increase their sustainability budgets. Honeywell's quarterly environmental sustainability index consists of the company reaching out to those within the fire and safety industries around the world, including those in the Middle East, and gathering information...
ASSA ABLOY has acquired 100% of the shares of Sunray Engineering Group Limited. In practical terms, this means no change in service for customers, suppliers or employees alike, with business continuing as usual. However, the future of the company now looks particularly bright, with ASSA ABLOY...
Dozens of people have been injured following a fire in a six-storey hotel in the city of Najar in central Iraq which took place on July 26th. According to Iraqi news outlets, 72 individuals suffered from various effects of smoke inhalation and three suffered from burns. Evacuation...
Different establishments have different emergency procedures to match the demands of either their services, business or the architecture of their building, however, voice alarm systems have much more engagement than traditional alarms. In the following article, we look at a comparison between a typical sound alarm...
Angatec is a company which specialises in the design and operation of fire-fighting robots. As architecture continues to evolve within the Middle East, buildings are becoming particularly complex, some highrises standing tall above the city, and others with weakened structures. s During a fire scenario, with trapped...
Teledyne Gas and Flame Detection has launched its GD1 laser-based gas detector with full SIL2 3rd party approval. This would make the GD1 SIL2 the market's first open-path gas detector for hydrogen sulphide safety-related applications. With the global importance of SIL (Safety Integrity Level) continuing to grow...
