Fire suppression

UPDATE 6 - Notice Regarding the Semiconductor Manufacturing Factory (Naka Factory) Fire

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Monday, April 19, 2021
Technology, Hardware, Semiconductor, Fire suppression, Active fire protection, Safety equipment, Fire extinguisher, Safety

As of April 17, 2021, our production capacity is just under 10% in comparison to the production capacity before the occurrence of the fire.

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  • As of April 17, 2021, our production capacity is just under 10% in comparison to the production capacity before the occurrence of the fire.
  • 1 unit is expected to be procured within May, and we are currently coordinating the delivery date of 1 unit.
  • 3 units were damaged by the fire, including the unit which started the fire, and 4 units remain that were not impacted.
  • In June, we will link the sensors to introduce a mechanism in which CO2 extinguishing materials will automatically be released.

Perimeter Solutions Partners with 10 Tanker Air Carrier to Fight Mexico Wildfires

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Tuesday, April 13, 2021
Firefighting, Fire suppression, Public safety, Aerial firefighting, Wildfire suppression, Phos-Chek, Fire protection, Fire retardant, DC-10 Air Tanker, Retardant, Fire extinguisher, Tanker

b'CLAYTON,Mo., April 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Perimeter Solutions partnered with 10 Tanker Air Carrier, a world leader in aerial firefighting, to set up operations in Laredo, Texas to provide support to agencies in Mexico that work to extinguish and prevent the spread of active wildfires.

Key Points: 
  • b'CLAYTON,Mo., April 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Perimeter Solutions partnered with 10 Tanker Air Carrier, a world leader in aerial firefighting, to set up operations in Laredo, Texas to provide support to agencies in Mexico that work to extinguish and prevent the spread of active wildfires.
  • Through this partnership, 10 Tanker provided a DC-10 aircraft for a base in Laredo, and Perimeter Solutions equipped their plane with its PHOS-CHEK long-term fire retardant (LTR).
  • Perimeter Solutions set up a mobile unit on Sunday, March 28 and with 10 Tanker, they were in Coahuila to start the LTR drop.
  • Perimeter Solutions produces major brands known throughout the world like PHOS-CHEK and FIRE-TROL retardant, foam and gel products; AUXQUIMIA and SOLBERG foam products; and BIOGEMA extinguishing agents and retardants.

Irrigreen Launches Robot Sprinklers To Save Us From Drought

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Thursday, April 8, 2021
Software, Microsoft, Operating systems, Fire suppression, Active fire protection, Tim Draper, Fire sprinkler, Outlook.com, Sprinkler, Skype, Draper

If widely deployed, Irrigreen has created a new way to save an estimated 17 trillion gallons of water.

Key Points: 
  • If widely deployed, Irrigreen has created a new way to save an estimated 17 trillion gallons of water.
  • Celebrity VC, Tim Draper backer of Skype, Tesla, SpaceX, and Hotmail selected Irrigreen as a semi-finalist for the "Meet the Drapers" TV show, remarking on the show "Irrigreen was fantastic.
  • Irrigreen uses software-controlled precision sprinkler heads that print water uniformly to the exact shape of landscape, reducing unnecessary water usage.
  • Learn more at Irrigreen Smart Sprinklers

Global Fire Suppression Systems Market Report 2021-2027: Opportunities Rise to US$ 27.5 Billion - IoT Gains Traction in Fire Suppression Technologies

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Friday, March 26, 2021
Firefighting, Fire suppression, Active fire protection, Building automation, Fire protection, Occupational safety and health, Fire alarm system, Wildfire suppression, Fire suppression system, Detectors

DUBLIN, March 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Fire Suppression Systems - Global Market Trajectory & Analytics" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • DUBLIN, March 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Fire Suppression Systems - Global Market Trajectory & Analytics" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Fire suppression systems provide an effective means to ensure protection against fire.
  • When used in combination with fire alarm systems and smoke detectors, they provide safety to people and aid in minimizing asset damage.
  • The slowdown in construction activity coupled with weak economic scenario is likely to lessen the demand for fire suppression systems globally.

NJFSAB Reports: Fire is Still a Threat in 2021

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Thursday, March 25, 2021
Firefighting, Fire prevention, Safety, Fire, Fire protection, Active fire protection, Fire suppression, Fire sprinkler, Fire safety

TRENTON, N.J., March 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Despite vigorous fire prevention programs and fire safety education efforts, fires continue to occur in the home.

Key Points: 
  • TRENTON, N.J., March 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Despite vigorous fire prevention programs and fire safety education efforts, fires continue to occur in the home.
  • According to the New Jersey Division of Fire Safety, 48 people lost their lives during 2020 in New Jersey structure fires and many more were injured.
  • Devastating events like these can be prevented by the installation of residential fire sprinklers.
  • Fire sprinklers are the most effective way to protect your family and your home from the threat of fire.

Global Fire Suppression Systems Market Report 2021 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, March 23, 2021
Construction & Property, Building Systems, Fire suppression, Active fire protection, Gaseous fire suppression, Automation, Snapshot, Building automation, Condensed aerosol fire suppression

Select Gaseous Fire Suppression Agents by Mechanism Type: A Snapshot

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Select Gaseous Fire Suppression Agents by Mechanism Type: A Snapshot
Technologies Used in Building Automation Systems (BAS) by Application Area: A Snapshot

Global Armored Vehicles Automatic Fire Extinguishing Systems Market (2021 to 2025) - Featuring General Dynamics, Marotta Controls and N2 Towers Among Others - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, February 24, 2021
Other Automotive, Defense, Other Defense, Automotive, Law enforcement, AFES, Active fire protection, Fire suppression, Safety, Fire extinguisher, TOMA

The "Global Armored Vehicles Automatic Fire Extinguishing Systems (AFES) Market 2021-2025" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Global Armored Vehicles Automatic Fire Extinguishing Systems (AFES) Market 2021-2025" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The report on armored vehicles automatic fire extinguishing systems (AFES) market provides a holistic analysis, market size and forecast, trends, growth drivers, and challenges, as well as vendor analysis covering around 25 vendors.
  • The armored vehicles automatic fire extinguishing systems (AFES) market analysis includes platform segment and geographical landscapes.
  • This study identifies the rising development of military armored vehicles as one of the prime reasons driving the armored vehicles automatic fire extinguishing systems (AFES) market growth during the next few years.

Revolutionary Eco-Friendly, Plant-Based Fire-Extinguishing Agent Introduced by Win Time Technology

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Monday, February 22, 2021
Toddalioideae, Firefighting, Active fire protection, Fire suppression, Phellodendron amurense, Fire extinguisher, Phellodendron, Emilia sonchifolia, Greenhouse gas, Safety

One industry in particular has faced mounting concerns over the negative effects of greenhouse gases: the fire-extinguishing-agent industry.

Key Points: 
  • One industry in particular has faced mounting concerns over the negative effects of greenhouse gases: the fire-extinguishing-agent industry.
  • Earlier this year, a Taiwanese company named Win Time Technology introduced a revolutionary eco-friendly, plant-based fire-extinguishing agent at NoAW (No Agricultural Waste)a European Horizon 2020 research and development project, and this innovation received widespread recognition and praise from more than 200 experts and scholars from 20 countries.
  • Founded in 2001, Win Time has dedicated itself to developing environmentally friendly solutions for over 20 years.
  • The plant-based agent that Win Time has developed includes milk bush, Emilia sonchifolia, mint, dried ginger, illisiium verum, Phellodendron amurense, Skullcaplike Coleus, among others.

Frigid Cold Brings Challenges on all Fronts

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Thursday, February 18, 2021
Active fire protection, Fire suppression, Heat transfer, Thermodynamics, Construction, Piping, Plumbing, Insulators, Fire sprinkler system, Antifreeze, Building insulation, Fire sprinkler

Knowing where your water shut off is and having access to it can help minimize damage when thawing begins.

Key Points: 
  • Knowing where your water shut off is and having access to it can help minimize damage when thawing begins.
  • National standards identify the level of freeze protection required based on the geographical area of the country based on past historical events.
  • This includes the amount of insulation, the temperature required from an external heat source, or antifreeze solutions in certain fire sprinkler systems.
  • Normally, properly installed systems that comply with these standards dont freeze, but when power supplies are lost or extraordinarily cold weather events occur, freezes can and do happen.

Fire in Newly Constructed Home Claims Life of Massachusetts Resident

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Friday, January 29, 2021
Construction, Building engineering, Active fire protection, Fire suppression, Safety, Construction law, Piping, Fire sprinkler system, Fire protection, Building code, Fire sprinkler, Massachusetts Executive Office of Public Safety and Security

The home, which was constructed only two years ago, was likely built to the Massachusetts State Building Code as adopted by the Board of Building Regulations and Standards (BBRS).

Key Points: 
  • The home, which was constructed only two years ago, was likely built to the Massachusetts State Building Code as adopted by the Board of Building Regulations and Standards (BBRS).
  • In 2009, a requirement was added to the International Residential Code stating that all newly constructed one- and two-family homes must include fire sprinkler systems.
  • Because of this, local governments arent allowed to determine what is best for local fire protection in the residential code.
  • We must re-evaluate our Massachusetts Code and not remove the provision that can address this threat straight on.