Firefighting

Rehrig Pacific's New Pallet Technology Sets Industry Standard

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Thursday, January 3, 2019
Firefighting, Freight transport, Fire protection, Packaging, Aerial firefighting, Pallet, Fire retardant, Retardant, Fire

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --A new FM approved fire-retardant pallet from manufacturer Rehrig Pacific has set the industry standard for durability.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --A new FM approved fire-retardant pallet from manufacturer Rehrig Pacific has set the industry standard for durability.
  • "This is just one more way we can serve Rehrig Pacific's customers," said Adam Gurga, National Manager of Rehrig's Material Handling & Bulk Solutions group.
  • Rehrig Pacific's pallets are non-halogenated fire retardant (NHFR), which sets them apart from much of their competition.
  • However, with Rehrig Pacific's new NHFR technology, an FM approved fire-retardant option is now available that currently exceeds any other offerings for fire retardant palletson the market.

Aerial Firefighters Proved Last-Minute Readiness To Attack Latest California Fire Disaster

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Friday, November 16, 2018
Aerial firefighting, Firefighting, Forestry, California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, United States Forest Service, Aerial refueling

But, as Snyder noted, by that afternoon, four of the five tankers were crewed and dispatched to California under USFS contracts--some within as little as two hours.

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  • But, as Snyder noted, by that afternoon, four of the five tankers were crewed and dispatched to California under USFS contracts--some within as little as two hours.
  • The next day, a fifth aircraft flew out of Missoula at the urgent request of the California Department Of Forestry And Fire Protection (CAL FIRE).
  • Currently, the aircraft is based at Ramona in preparation for initial attack on fire starts in that area of Southern California.
  • "In fact, we had already pre-positioned two helicopters to Red Bluff, California, in case of an emergency this late in the season," he said.

Green Science Policy: On America Recycles Day, What Goes Around Comes Around, & It Might Be Toxic

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Thursday, November 15, 2018
Flame retardants, Firefighting, Plastic, Organobromides, Fire protection, Chemistry, Brominated flame retardant, Fire retardant

For example, millions of pounds of toxic flame retardants are added to furniture foam, plastic TV cases and other electronics.

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  • For example, millions of pounds of toxic flame retardants are added to furniture foam, plastic TV cases and other electronics.
  • Recycled plastic containing flame retardants can end up in unlikely and undesirable places.
  • What's worse, they can move from the ladle into the broth, making "toxic chemical soup" less of a metaphor and more of a frightening reality.
  • We at the Green Science Policy Institute have identified Six Classes of chemicals of concern that are used in many products.

Firexo: Firefighting Revolutionised With Ground-breaking New Liquid

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Tuesday, November 6, 2018
Chemistry, Firefighting, Safety, Fire suppression, Safety equipment, Fire class, Gaseous signaling molecules, Refrigerants, Fire extinguisher, Biodegradation, Hydrogen

Furthermore, Firexo is the only solution able to extinguish all classes of fire (A, B, C, D, E & F).

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  • Furthermore, Firexo is the only solution able to extinguish all classes of fire (A, B, C, D, E & F).
  • Electrical, fuel, gas, oil, metals, and solid combustible material fires can all be put out with it.
  • Firexo is also environmentally friendly - the non-toxic liquid is made from natural ingredients and is biodegradable, with a neutral PH.
  • Within the current firefighting time frames, office buildings are still not protected enough from the damage a blaze can inflict before it is terminated.

Fire Equipment Manufacturers' Association Selects Fire Safety Champion for 2018 Life Safety Advocate Award

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Friday, November 2, 2018
Firefighting, Fire prevention, Prevention, Fire, Fire Equipment Manufacturers' Association, Fire safety

CLEVELAND, Nov. 2, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/-- Fire Equipment Manufacturers' Association has selected Paul Martin, Deputy State Fire Administrator with the New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Service's Office of Fire Prevention and Control, for its 2018 Life Safety Advocate Award.

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  • CLEVELAND, Nov. 2, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/-- Fire Equipment Manufacturers' Association has selected Paul Martin, Deputy State Fire Administrator with the New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Service's Office of Fire Prevention and Control, for its 2018 Life Safety Advocate Award.
  • The annual Life Safety Advocate Award is given to a fire safety professional who has demonstrated a commitment to enhancing the safety of the public through innovative efforts, including legislative, educational, enforcement or other effective means.
  • "Paul Martin has dedicated his career to improving fire code safety standards and advancing fire safety education," said Duane Leonhardt, president of Fire Equipment Manufacturers' Association.
  • He was formally presented with the Life Safety Advocate Award during the Fire Equipment Manufacturers' Association's Annual Meeting in October.

Global Fire Protection System Market Research Report 2018-2024 Featuring Johnson Controls, United Technologies, Honeywell, Siemens, Halma, Bosch, Hochiki, Minimax Viking, Gentex & Securiton

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Thursday, November 1, 2018
Firefighting, Active fire protection, Fire suppression, Safety, Fire, Fire protection, Building engineering, Fire sprinkler, Sprinkler, Risk management, Physical security information management, Fire pump

The "Fire Protection System Market by Product, Fire Suppression, Fire Sprinkler, Service, Vertical - Global Forecast to 2024" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Fire Protection System Market by Product, Fire Suppression, Fire Sprinkler, Service, Vertical - Global Forecast to 2024" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • In this report, the fire protection system market has been segmented on the basis of product, service, vertical, and region.
  • The overall fire protection system market for maintenance services is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
  • High-quality fire protection is an integral part of responsible risk management strategies; oil & gas facilities require the best fire protection systems available in the market.

Crescent JOBOX® Safety Cabinets Set New Standards for Flammable Material Storage

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Monday, October 29, 2018
Equipment, Metalworking hand tools, Firefighting, Apex Tool Group, Technology, Crescent, Hand tool, Snips, Adjustable spanner, Scissors, Shears, Fire extinguisher

The new CrescentJOBOXFlammable Storage Cabinetsdeveloped by Apex Tool Groupare UL certified after not just passing heat tests but surpassing the standards for certification.

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  • The new CrescentJOBOXFlammable Storage Cabinetsdeveloped by Apex Tool Groupare UL certified after not just passing heat tests but surpassing the standards for certification.
  • What this means is that, in the event of a disaster or potential disaster where flammable materials are vulnerable to explosion, the Crescent JOBOX Flammable Storage Cabinets stay cooler longer to allow people to address and extinguish a potential threat or evacuate as needed.
  • The product line includes Crescent adjustable wrenches, mechanics hand tools and sets, Crescent Wiss snips, scissors, shears, knives and trade tools, Crescent Lufkin measuring tapes, rules, and wheels, Crescent Nicholson files and saws, Crescent H.K.
  • Porter heavyduty cutting products and Crescent JOBOX on-site, flammable liquid and truck storage products.

Georgia Power offers safety tips as cooler weather approaches

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Wednesday, October 24, 2018
Prevention, Fire prevention, Safety, Occupational safety and health, Firefighting, Fire safety, Home safety, Emergency management, Fire protection

ATLANTA, Oct. 24, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- As temperatures begin to cool down,Georgia Power encourages customers to keep safety in mind and offers safety tips to help prevent electrical fires.

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  • ATLANTA, Oct. 24, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- As temperatures begin to cool down,Georgia Power encourages customers to keep safety in mind and offers safety tips to help prevent electrical fires.
  • The National Fire Protection Association has identified October as Fire Prevention Month, and Georgia Power is raising awareness about electrical fire prevention and tools for home safety.
  • To keep your family informed of fire safety tips and prevention, Georgia Power offers a variety of tools and resources for customers to stay safe and informed, including:
    GeorgiaPower.com: Housed within the website, Georgia Power has safety tips for homes and businesses for a variety of issues.
  • Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower: Connect with Georgia Power on Facebook for current information and safety tips.

Fire Protection System Market Worth $88.94 Billion by 2024 - Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™

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Tuesday, October 23, 2018
Active fire protection, Firefighting, Fire suppression, Fire, Building engineering, Fire protection, Sprinkler, Fire detection, Fire sprinkler, Deluge

According to the new market research report " Fire Protection System Market by Product (Fire Detection (Flame, Smoke (Photoelectric, Ionization, Dual), Heat), Fire Suppression, Fire Sprinkler (Dry, Wet, Pre-Action, Deluge), Fire Analysis, Fire Response), Service, Vertical - Global Forecast to 2024", published by MarketsandMarkets, the fire protection system market is expected to grow from USD 57.33 billion in 2018 to USD 88.94 billion by 2024, at a CAGR of 7.6% from 2018 to 2024.

Key Points: 
  • According to the new market research report " Fire Protection System Market by Product (Fire Detection (Flame, Smoke (Photoelectric, Ionization, Dual), Heat), Fire Suppression, Fire Sprinkler (Dry, Wet, Pre-Action, Deluge), Fire Analysis, Fire Response), Service, Vertical - Global Forecast to 2024", published by MarketsandMarkets, the fire protection system market is expected to grow from USD 57.33 billion in 2018 to USD 88.94 billion by 2024, at a CAGR of 7.6% from 2018 to 2024.
  • The commercial vertical holds a large share of the fire protection system market, and a similar trend is likely to continue during 2018-2024.
  • North America is expected to dominate the overall fire protection system market during the forecast period.
  • Additionally, supportive government regulations, the adoption of advanced fire protection technologies, and increasing concerns related to fire protection are driving the growth of the fire protection system market in North America.

Fire Fighting Foam Market Growth Triggered by Rising Demand for Eco-friendly Products and Increasing Fire-related Accidents Leading to Casualties and Loss of Property: Radiant Insights, Inc.

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Wednesday, October 17, 2018
Chemistry, Heat transfer, Firefighting foam, Foams, Firefighting, Foam, Polystyrene, Fire, Manufacturing

The fire fighting foam market is expected to reach USD1, 165.01 million in 2022, due to the rising demand for eco-friendly products and prevalence of fire-related accidents thus leading to casualties and loss of property.

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  • The fire fighting foam market is expected to reach USD1, 165.01 million in 2022, due to the rising demand for eco-friendly products and prevalence of fire-related accidents thus leading to casualties and loss of property.
  • Globally, the firefighting foam market is predicted to generate massive revenue in the forecast period, providing numerous opportunities for market players to invest in research and development of the fire fighting foam market.
  • Increasing adoption of fire fighting foam by fire fighters across the globe is a key catalyst for market growth in the recent years.
  • Asia-Pacific region is predicted to hold major market share in the fire fighting foam market with massive growth in forecast period.