Gulf Fire recently took the opportunity to speak with Steve Hamm, Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) CEO, to learn how the professional body is adapting to help members deal with global and local changes to all roles in the sector.…
Advanced is installer’s choice at ultra-luxe Marassi Al Bahrain resort
Industry-leading fire protection solutions from global fire systems manufacturer, Advanced have been chosen to protect the prestigious waterfront mall, hotel and serviced apartments development in the Kingdom of Bahrain. A network of 19 UL-864-approved Axis AX fire panels from Advanced…
Essential fire protection for tall buildings
The UAE boasts some of the most architecturally advanced cities in the world, with Dubai alone boasting 20 of the world’s tallest 100 towers. These inspirational structures have prompted engineering breakthroughs that have changed construction forever, allowing buildings to reach…
Book Review – Catastrophe and Systemic Change
The Grenfell Tower tragedy was the worst residential fire in London since the Second World War. It killed 72 people in the richest borough of one of the wealthiest countries in the world. Like other catastrophic events before it and…
Bronto Skylift – Aerial platforms for industrial fire protection
Industrial fire brigades at oil refineries, chemical plants or other industrial environments work in dangerous conditions, and they must be prepared for situations where high foam and water capacity is needed. Bronto Skylift’s industrial line of aerials feature spacious rescue…
Life Kitchens – The future is non-combustible kitchens
All our kitchen cabinets are manufactured from rust-resistant treated steel and manufactured with non-toxic fire-resistant foam for insulation and acoustic effect. The door fascias are also manufactured from other non-combustible materials such as glass and neolith stone to remove any…
AQUASYS high-pressure water mist – Resource-efficient protection of critical infrastructure
State-of-the-art firefighting using high-pressure water mist technology is becoming more and more common for the protection of buildings, industry, rail and road tunnels as well as metros and trains. This article specifically addresses applications for residential areas, production plants and…
Weber Rescue Systems – Well prepared for every operation with the RIT tool
With the RIT tool, a versatile special device which is part of the E-FORCE series by Weber Rescue, you are well prepared for all application scenarios. As part of the new generation of battery-operated rescue devices produced by Weber Rescue,…
Hose Master – Revolutionizing the maintenance of fire hoses
Hose Master is the world’s most modern automatic hose-care equipment for fire hoses. It washes, pressure tests, detects holes, dries and coils hoses fully automatically, which saves enormous resources of civil protection. A whole series of key operational innovations reduces…
MTech Smart Fire Solutions showcases innovation in the integration of advanced fire safety systems in a modern 39-floor high-rise in the heart of Tel Aviv
High-rises and skyscrapers require fire protection and safety based on their height, usage, density of people, construction materials, size of underground parking and more. Because of the way they are built, fire can spread very easily in a high-rise, through…
Weber Rescue – E-FORCE battery tools for more speed and flexibility
Weber Rescue Systems is proud to present a new series of battery-driven rescue tools. The next generation of E-FORCE tools benefit from new and innovative technical features for even more efficient use. The two most significant improvements are the new…
MTech Fire Detection Systems – Innovative fire-safety and smoke-detection solutions that provide the first line of defence in protecting lives and property
Located in pastoral North of Israel, MTech Fire Detection Systems, a worldwide leader of advanced fire-safety solutions, develops and markets intelligent, analog addressable and conventional fire- and-smoke-detection solutions that save lives and property. Founded in 2012 as a subsidiary of…
Agility Technologies – 360° spherical imaging for search and rescue operations
When search and rescue cameras were first introduced in the early 1990s they changed the way technical search specialists conducted operations in collapsed structures. It gave them the ability to view void spaces that were otherwise inaccessible. Since that time,…
ESKA – Glove professionals from Austria
For 109 years the Austrian family business ESKA has specialised in the development and manufacturing of gloves. Creating uncompromising protection against heat and cuts, absolute hygiene and careful workmanship by master craftsmen have led to the fact that fire-fighters from…
Apreco’s fire-safety system protects high-rise buildings
Stairwell Pressurisation protects life and reduces property loss whilst ensuring a safe means of exit from a burning building. In the event of a fire within a high-rise, the only means of escape is traditionally via the stairwell. The taller…
High-performance pump moves on land, at sea and in the air
The latest innovation by Esteri Group, Finland’s most comprehensive operator in the firefighting and rescue sector, is a high-performance ‘portable’ pump that is also suitable for helicopter transportation. The diesel-powered pump can be quickly transferred to any demanding location, which…
Bauer – RFIDPRO SCBA handheld data logging device
For over 75 years, Bauer has been the leader in high-pressure breathing air solutions for firefighting. When there is an opportunity to not only save time but create an even safer environment for your station, we take that very seriously.…