National Fire Protection Association

Camfil APC Unveils Essential Guide to Metal Dust Collection and Safety Regulations

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Friday, February 23, 2024

Camfil Air Pollution Control (APC), a pioneering entity in air pollution control, presents an authoritative guide on adhering to the stringent standards set by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) regarding metal dust collection.

Key Points: 
  • Camfil Air Pollution Control (APC), a pioneering entity in air pollution control, presents an authoritative guide on adhering to the stringent standards set by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) regarding metal dust collection.
  • This essential guide delves into the significant health risks posed by airborne metal particles and the potential for combustible dust explosions, underlining the paramount importance of compliance with government-mandated best practices for metal dust collection.
  • These include detailed recommendations for selecting and implementing effective metal dust collection systems to control hazardous particles.
  • For further insights into mastering OSHA and NFPA regulations for metal dust collection and to explore Camfil APC's innovative solutions, visit the company’s website .

EVLO’s Industry-Leading Approach to Safety Validated with EVLOFLEX UL 9540 Certification

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

The certification, administered by a North American independent third party, is the leading safety standard for grid-connected batteries such as EVLO’s utility-scale BESS solutions.

Key Points: 
  • The certification, administered by a North American independent third party, is the leading safety standard for grid-connected batteries such as EVLO’s utility-scale BESS solutions.
  • UL 9540 certification encompasses BESS safety, reliability, performance and documentation across several phases of system development including design, construction, testing, installation and operation.
  • UL 9540 certification requires demonstrating robust functional safety governance, fire prevention and response preparedness, explosion containment provisions, hazard detection sensitivity, and resistance to cascading failures.
  • “UL 9540 certification provides critical third-party validation of our industry-leading approach to safety throughout the development and operation of our EVLOFLEX systems,” said Sonia St-Arnaud, President and CEO of EVLO.

Qmerit Introduces EV Charging Warranty Support & Maintenance Services

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

AUSTIN, Texas, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The documented unreliability of America's networks of electric vehicle (EV) chargers remains a hindrance to mass EV adoption. Tackling this challenge head on, Qmerit, North America's leading installer of home and business EV chargers, is introducing a unique suite of EV charging warranty support and maintenance services.

Key Points: 
  • Tackling this challenge head on, Qmerit, North America's leading installer of home and business EV chargers, is introducing a unique suite of EV charging warranty support and maintenance services.
  • Qmerit's services encompass on-demand repairs; warranty support; comprehensive coverage in which Qmerit assumes responsibility for all equipment parts; and preventative and predictive maintenance to enhance uptime and reduce emergency situations.
  • Qmerit's new services are initially intended for EV supply equipment makers (EVSEs) and charge point operators (CPOs) who provide charging systems and related services to a range of commercial properties, including office parks, entertainment venues, manufacturing facilities, mixed-use developments and more.
  • "As the leading home and business EV charger installer, our entry into the warranty and services arena will help ensure that the safe and reliable charging infrastructure that Americans want, is available when they need it, and will accelerate the electrification of transportation."

EVLO's Industry-Leading Approach to Safety Validated with EVLOFLEX UL 9540 Certification

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

The certification, administered by a North American independent third party, is the leading safety standard for grid-connected batteries such as EVLO's utility-scale BESS solutions.

Key Points: 
  • The certification, administered by a North American independent third party, is the leading safety standard for grid-connected batteries such as EVLO's utility-scale BESS solutions.
  • UL 9540 certification encompasses BESS safety, reliability, performance and documentation across several phases of system development including design, construction, testing, installation and operation.
  • UL 9540 certification requires demonstrating robust functional safety governance, fire prevention and response preparedness, explosion containment provisions, hazard detection sensitivity, and resistance to cascading failures.
  • "UL 9540 certification provides critical third-party validation of our industry-leading approach to safety throughout the development and operation of our EVLOFLEX systems," said Sonia St-Arnaud, President and CEO of EVLO.

PCTEL Automates Commissioning Tests for In-Building Public Safety Radio Systems

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

Automating the tests associated with BDA commissioning speeds up the commissioning process and enables a broader set of people to perform the tests correctly.

Key Points: 
  • Automating the tests associated with BDA commissioning speeds up the commissioning process and enables a broader set of people to perform the tests correctly.
  • “As more local jurisdictions require buildings to meet public safety radio coverage requirements, automated commissioning tests will remove another key pain point for building owners and public safety officials alike,” said James Zik, PCTEL’s Vice President, Test and Measurement Product Management.
  • “With support for both commissioning and coverage tests, PCTEL’s public safety network testing solution and SeeHawk™ Central cloud platform can now be used for the entire testing, reporting, and approvals process.”
    BDA commissioning tests are fully integrated with PCTEL’s existing public safety network testing system and SeeHawk™ Central cloud-based automated workflow management platform.
  • Public safety agencies can track the results of both in-building coverage and BDA commissioning tests in the SeeHawk™ Central platform with a complimentary account.

Pro-Vigil Receives TMA Five Diamond Monitoring Center Designation

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

SAN ANTONIO, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pro-Vigil, a provider of AI-enabled remote video monitoring, management, and crime deterrence solutions, has received the prestigious "TMA Five Diamond Monitoring Center" designation from The Monitoring Association (TMA). This comes just after its Surveillance Operations Center (SOC) was certified by UL Solutions (UL).

Key Points: 
  • SAN ANTONIO, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pro-Vigil , a provider of AI-enabled remote video monitoring, management, and crime deterrence solutions, has received the prestigious "TMA Five Diamond Monitoring Center" designation from The Monitoring Association (TMA).
  • "This designation is further proof of our commitment to achieving excellence and solidifying the best security practices that few others in the industry can match."
  • Commitment to ongoing job-related education and testing by having 100% of its monitoring center operators certified using the TMA online training series on industry best practices.
  • Of this group, fewer than 130 monitoring centers have achieved the Five Diamond designation.

DIALIGHT UNVEILS NEW BATTERY BACKUP MODEL OF ITS AWARD-WINNING INDUSTRIAL LED HIGH BAY

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

FARMINGDALE, N.J., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dialight (LSE: DIA), the global leader in hazardous and industrial LED lighting innovation, today launched an all-new battery backup model of its iconic LED High Bay.

Key Points: 
  • FARMINGDALE, N.J., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dialight (LSE: DIA), the global leader in hazardous and industrial LED lighting innovation, today launched an all-new battery backup model of its iconic LED High Bay.
  • "Since 2009 the Dialight High Bay has been the flagship of our Solid State Lighting division," said Dialight CEO Fariyal Khanbabi.
  • The new Dialight Battery Backup LED High Bays are compatible with advanced sensors and controls, including microwave occupancy sensors and Dialight IntelliLEDTM wireless controls.
  • The all-new Battery Backup LED High Bay is currently available for sale in North America.

Empower Your Team with Mastery's 2024 Arc Flash Safety Training

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Thursday, January 18, 2024

NOVI, Mich., Jan. 18th, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mastery Training Services has released a new online training course, "Safe Electrical Work Practices and the 2024 NFPA 70E for Electrical Workers," to help employers train employees on the arc flash and electric shock hazards.

Key Points: 
  • Mastery Training Services has released a new online training course, "Safe Electrical Work Practices and the 2024 NFPA 70E for Electrical Workers," to help employers train employees on the arc flash and electric shock hazards.
  • NOVI, Mich., Jan. 18th, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mastery Training Services has released a new online training course, " Safe Electrical Work Practices and the 2024 NFPA 70E for Electrical Workers ," to help employers train employees on the arc flash and electric shock hazards.
  • As the NFPA 70E standard evolves every three years, this up-to-date course is crucial for maintaining the highest safety standards for electrical workers.
  • This course thoroughly covers the newly established methods for electrical safety compliance as outlined in the 2024 National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70E standard.

In Honor of Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month, Vector Solutions Offers Free Training

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024

TAMPA, Fla., Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, Vector Solutions, the leading provider of training and compliance-based software solutions for public safety agencies, announced two of its most important National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) training courses will be complimentary during the month of January. In honor of Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month, Vector Solutions is offering these courses free of charge for fire service members in an effort to help raise awareness about the critical health issues affecting our nation's firefighters. This is the fourth year in a row the company has offered this initiative.

Key Points: 
  • In honor of Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month, Vector Solutions is offering these courses free of charge for fire service members in an effort to help raise awareness about the critical health issues affecting our nation's firefighters.
  • "I am proud to be part of the team at Vector Solutions helping support my brothers and sisters in the fire service," said Robbi King, a 27-year veteran firefighter, former Chief Officer, and now Solutions Engineer at Vector Solutions.
  • "By providing critical resources like these free training courses, we are helping make firefighting a safer job for all.
  • "The Firefighter Cancer Support Network is excited to continue working with Vector Solutions," said Lisa Raggio, Executive Director.

2024 National Disaster Resilience Conference: Resilience Reimagined Opens Call for Presentations

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Monday, January 8, 2024

TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the nonprofit Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH) invites experts to submit presentations for consideration by the National Disaster Resilience Conference (NDRC24) committee. Set to take place from November 20 to 22, 2024, in Clearwater Beach, Florida, the conference seeks to explore innovative approaches and programs that drive advancements in resilience policy, practice, science, and engineering.

Key Points: 
  • TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the nonprofit Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH) invites experts to submit presentations for consideration by the National Disaster Resilience Conference (NDRC24) committee.
  • NDRC24 serves as a platform for industry leaders to share insights that will shape the future of disaster safety.
  • Stories of Resilience: Showcasing the cause of disaster safety through human resilience and recovery in real-life case studies.
  • For more information or to submit an abstract, visit the National Disaster Resilience Conference website or email [email protected] .