Firefighting

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.

The Boot Is Back! International Association of Fire Fighters Launches 2021 Fill the Boot Fundraisers for the Muscular Dystrophy Association

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Tuesday, April 13, 2021
AFL–CIO, Canadian Labour Congress, Firefighting in the United States, International Association of Fire Fighters, Muscular Dystrophy Association, Firefighting, Neurological disorders, IAFF, MDA, Muscular dystrophy, Trade unions, Muscular Dystrophy Canada

b'NEW YORK, April 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) today kicks off over 2,000 Fill the Boot fundraising events in 2021 on National Boot Day, in partnership with the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF).

Key Points: 
  • b'NEW YORK, April 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) today kicks off over 2,000 Fill the Boot fundraising events in 2021 on National Boot Day, in partnership with the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF).
  • To date, the partnership fundraising activities of over 300,000 fire fighters nationwide has raised $672 million over nearly seven decades.
  • Online donations may be made here .\n"For over 67 years, IAFF fire fighters have been resolute in our commitment to supporting MDA families.
  • MDA supports the largest network of multidisciplinary clinics providing best in class care at more than 150 of the nation\'s top medical institutions.

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.

Firefighting Foam Market to Grow by USD 170.00 Million during 2021-2025|Rise in Construction and Expansion of Airports to Emerge as Key Driver|Technavio

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Wednesday, March 24, 2021
Foams, Firefighting foam, Firefighting, Public safety, Chemistry, Articles

The firefighting foam market is expected to grow by USD 170.00 million during 2021-2025, expanding at a CAGR of almost 4%.

Key Points: 
  • The firefighting foam market is expected to grow by USD 170.00 million during 2021-2025, expanding at a CAGR of almost 4%.
  • Firefighting Foam Market: Rise in construction and expansion of airports to drive growth.
  • The increasing number of airports, advances in technology, and the growing demand for passenger handling services are the major drivers propelling the global firefighting foam market.
  • Therefore, the rise in demand for oil and gas will drive the growth of the global firefighting foam market during the forecast period.

New Smokey Bear PSAs Urge Responsibility as People Spend More Time Outside

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Monday, March 22, 2021
Fire prevention, Firefighting, Prevention, Mascots, National Zoological Park, Smokey Bear, United States Forest Service, Emergency management, National Association of State Foresters, Wildfire, Smokey, Forester

"We are proud to partner with the Ad Council and the National Association of State Foresters on this critical campaign."

Key Points: 
  • "We are proud to partner with the Ad Council and the National Association of State Foresters on this critical campaign."
  • Created pro bono by FCB, the new Smokey Bear Wildfire Prevention PSA reiterates Smokey Bear's iconic message that "Only You Can Prevent Wildfires."
  • For tips on how you can help prevent wildfires, visit SmokeyBear.com and follow Smokey Bear on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram .
  • State foresters, and the forestry agencies they lead, are committed to the continued delivery of Smokey Bear's message of personal responsibility and fire safety.

CFC Taps CFO J. Andrew Don To Assume CEO Post

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Thursday, March 11, 2021
Greenhouse gases, Chemical compounds, Chlorofluorocarbon, DuPont, Firefighting, Refrigerants, Chemistry, Industrial gases

Don assumes the position from long-time CEO Sheldon C. Petersen, age 68, who in July 2020 announced his plan to retire .

Key Points: 
  • Don assumes the position from long-time CEO Sheldon C. Petersen, age 68, who in July 2020 announced his plan to retire .
  • We have witnessed Andrews guidance as CFCs CFO and believe he has developed and executed extremely successful market transactions on behalf of CFC and rural electric cooperatives.
  • Current CEO Petersen stated, Based on his long-tenured experience, understanding of our member-owners and expertise in the capital markets, Andrew is clearly the correct choice to lead CFC into the future.
  • His supervision included all funding operations for CFC, investor relations, banking relations, rating agency liaison and syndications on behalf of CFC members.

AM Best Assigns Credit Ratings to Accelerant Insurance Europe Limited

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Wednesday, March 10, 2021
Professional services, Insurance, Finance, Credit rating agencies, Accelerant, Firefighting, Rubber, AM Best, Credit rating, Economy, Articles

AM Best has assigned a Financial Strength Rating of A- (Excellent) and a Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of a- to Accelerant Insurance Europe Limited (AIEL) (Belgium).

Key Points: 
  • AM Best has assigned a Financial Strength Rating of A- (Excellent) and a Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of a- to Accelerant Insurance Europe Limited (AIEL) (Belgium).
  • The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Accelerant Holdings (Accelerant) (Cayman Islands), the non-operating holding company of the Accelerant group.
  • For additional information regarding the use and limitations of Credit Rating opinions, please view Guide to Bests Credit Ratings .
  • For information on the proper media use of Bests Credit Ratings and AM Best press releases, please view Guide for Media - Proper Use of Bests Credit Ratings and AM Best Rating Action Press Releases .

Learn to Win Partners with Clarion Events Fire & Rescue Group to Train First Responders on Demand

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Thursday, March 4, 2021
Occupational safety and health, Firefighter, Safety, Public safety, Firefighting, Articles, Women in firefighting

Fresh off a $4 million funding round, Learn to Win was selected by Clarion Events Fire & Rescue Group to build Fire Drills, expanding from its work with collegiate and professional sports and defense training to help ensure firefighters and other first responders are job-ready.

Key Points: 
  • Fresh off a $4 million funding round, Learn to Win was selected by Clarion Events Fire & Rescue Group to build Fire Drills, expanding from its work with collegiate and professional sports and defense training to help ensure firefighters and other first responders are job-ready.
  • Learn to Win is enabling all content within Fire Drills to be accessed through a subscription for any firefighter in the country.
  • "Firefighting is about preparation - we train every day, so we all go home every night," said Bobby Halton, Vice President, Education Director/Group Editor at the Clarion Events Fire & Rescue Group.
  • The Clarion Events Fire & Rescue Group provides critical cutting-edge firefighting and emergency medical service news, education, equipment and hands-on training.

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.