LION is presenting a new generation of suits at this year’s Interschutz in Hanover, the leading international exhibition for rescue, fire and civil protection and safety equipment and, with this, is setting new standards in protection, function and design. Cologne,…
Issue 46 – June 2015
Tactical Developments in USAR Coordination
Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) procedures and techniques have been honed over many years drawing on user / rescuer experiences of tragic events such as earthquakes and typhoons, tsunamis and tornados, as well as man-made crises such as urban terrorist…
New 2015 ATEX Regulation for Lighting Manufacturers
The European Regulatory Framework for Manufacture, Installation and Use of Equipment in Explosive Atmospheres, is having important changes to its legislation in 2015. The current revision will be withdrawn April 2nd, 2015, date after which any light certified against this…
Coming out of the Dark Ages with LED Vehicle Lighting
Warning lights on emergency services vehicles provide an essential safety function by warning road users of a hazard ahead, along with the need to move out of the way giving priority to the emergency vehicle, allowing for a safe and…
What Happened to the Air? Hidden Dangers Aboard Ships
Aboard ship there are many areas that have hidden dangers of which the land-based firefighter may be unaware. I think that we all would be suspicious about entering a newly emptied cargo tank aboard an eight hundred foot gasoline tanker.…
The Right Response to CBRN and HazMat
The range of potential threats makes CBRN (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear) / HazMat (Hazardous Materials) response training a challenging business. However, electronic simulation equipment is making significant advances in effectiveness of exercises. In recent years, the work of the…
The Hungarian Disaster Management Operational Service
The national disaster management system has significantly changed in the past few years. The act of disaster management (CXXVIII of 2011) changed the structure of disaster management system, while the complementary regulations include the mandate of functions. New act and…
London Fire Brigade Emergency Planning
London Fire Brigade Emergency Planning (LFBEP), of the London Fire and Emergency Planning Authority (LFEPA), is the driving force in collective London local authority emergency planning, preparedness, response and recovery. The team have a number of statutory responsibilities, which are…
Fireblitz Extinguisher Ltd. – Setting the Standards for Fire Safety Products
Fireblitz Extinguisher Ltd are a leading manufacturer of fire safety products including the Fireblitz brand of fire extinguishers and the Firehawk brand of smoke, heat and carbon monoxide alarms along with associated specialist alarms for the hard of hearing, physically…
Hainsworth – At the Forefront of the Health and Well-being Agenda
There is an increasing emphasis among the global firefighter family on the importance of health and well-being. This is partly about the health and well-being of the people living in our communities, but just as importantly about firefighters themselves. Hainsworth…
Russwurm Ventilatoren
You need products which you can rely on absolutely, particularly for high-risk fire fighting operations. ruwu® mobile fans have been developed especially for these situations in collaboration with professional fire fighters. For reliable ventilation in extreme situations or for the…
Tele-Aire Fans
Tele-Aire Positive Pressure Fans are designed for reliability and durability to meet all your training requirements. The fans are designed to provide the best value for fire and industrial applications. Their gasoline powered direct-drive allows for a more compact, lighter…
LEADER
LEADER design and manufacture reliable PPV fans and supply them to Fire Fighting services mainly for use in Positive Pressure Ventilation situations. Known throughout the world as “Easy Pow’Air Technology” it differentiates LEADER from Conventional and Turbo technology competitors. LEADER…
Renz Feuerwehrservice
Renz Feuerwehrservice develop and manufactures in their own facilities from where they distribute TYPHOON overpressure ventilation systems which are driven by water, motor and electric power. The company also produce mobile pressure foam proportioning systems in accordance with DIN 14430…
HAAGEN PPV Trainer
PPV is a powerful firefighting tactic when used correctly. With the HAAGEN Positive Pressure Ventilation (PPV) Trainer, it is now possible to conduct hands-on PPV training that is efficient and effective. The PPV Trainer allows you to challenge trainees to…
VENTRY Solutions
VENTRY® Fans are inherently safe, very efficient, and versatile, with three adjustable legs for positive pressure attack and ventilation. They overcome common obstacles that handicap conventional blowers. Legs allow for quick placement wherever they are most effective, far back from…
Ramfan Positive Pressure Ventilators
Euramco Safety Worldwide, designs, engineers and builds Ramfan ventilators for firefighting markets worldwide. Choose from a wide selection of gas, electric and water fans. Ramfan PPV gas or electric fans are available in sizes from 16” to 21”. Some agencies…
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