The Firefighters Podcast #290 – Science-backed data-driven firefighting with Chief Fire Officer Dan Stephens
Dan Stephens Is a highly experienced and operationally competent Chief Fire Officer/Chief Executive Officer. Currently serving as Chief Fire and Rescue Advisor and Inspector to Welsh Government Prior to this he was…
LION New Fire Training Technology
Ninety-three per cent of fire training facilities are not getting the best out of their training. LION introduces its latest innovative approach. This concept is the ultimate training solution proposal to balance fire-training requirements, health protection and environmental footprint adequately.…
UL/FM approved resilient seated gate valves up to DN600
For many years, AVK International has offered a wide range of gate valves covering both VdS and UL/FM approved variants up to DN400. Since 2021, AVK has also offered UL/FM approved resilient seated gate valves in DN450-600. They feature a…
The Firefighters Podcast #286 – THE SHIFT WORKERS BLUEPRINT – How to become a happy, healthy & strong first responder with Grace Cowan
Your job takes priority most of the time, which often puts you bottom of the list. Well, that’s in the past. It’s time to start serving number one – YOU. Because, ultimately you need to be at your best all…
Global interest in Aberdeen wildfire event
LEADING lights from the world of wildfire have been announced as speakers at this year’s UK Wildfire Conference to be held in Aberdeen. Keynote addresses will be given by Marc Castellnou, Commander in the Catalan Fire Service; Prof Tiago Oliveira,…
The Firefighters Podcast #283 – The World Firefighter Games with John Hartley
The World Firefighter Games is an international sporting event that welcomes all full-time, part-time and volunteer firefighters and their immediate direct family from all across the globe. The games are held biennially in different countries and offer more than 50…
Best-in-Class Breathability for Non-Fire Calls: Fire-Dex Kicks Off the New FDXL90 Boot
At last, emergency responders can get a foot up on comfort. Fire-Dex, a leading innovator in personal protective gear for fire services, introduces the FDXL90 Boot offering best-in-class breathability and dual NFPA 1951 (Technical Rescue) and 1999 (EMS) certification. Designed…
UL/FM approved resilient seated gate valves up to DN600
For many years, AVK International has offered a wide range of gate valves covering both…
Envisioning a future-proof electrical system for fire apparatus: a comprehensive bumper-to-bumper strategy
Traditionally, the electrical system of a fire apparatus has been viewed as a series of…
A watermist solution: technical quarantine areas for EV safety
The management of electric vehicles (EV) and their batteries is currently a complex and controversial…
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