Railroad accidents have shown that high-hazard transportation situations can be risky and devastating. However, the…
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Data, not opinions: gathering data for real-world firefighting applications
At Fomtec, our mantra is ‘Data, Not Opinions’. We recognize our ongoing responsibility to the…
The RelyOn Nutec Fire Academy Foam Campus
Our Foam Campus features state-of-the-art live-fire training props and specialized foam-training programmes. We have incorporated…
How manufacturer involvement can mitigate labour risks
While the construction industry grapples with attracting and developing talent, clever product design and manufacturer-led…
What constitutes NFPA 22 compliance and equivalency?
How to Correctly Assess Corrugated Bolted Steel Water Storage Tanks with a Flexible Membrane Liner…
Historic building fire protection: emerging findings from the Scottish Government work on hotel conversions
The Cameron House Hotel is a luxury hotel on the shores of Loch Lomond consisting…
Overview of modern watermist systems
My personal journey with watermist systems dates back to the early 2000s when I was…
Strengthening resilience – NFPA 1660 – Disaster Preparedness: planning and implementation
This article is the third of a four-part series that discusses the key elements of…
Training to meet the current and changing needs of firefighters
‘Training is the process of learning the skills that you need for a particular job…
Reflecting safety: best practices for turnout gear trim maintenance
Reflective trim on firefighter turnout gear is more than just an added feature; it is…
Fire authorities adopt early thermal runaway detection technology
For backup power systems, a de facto industry standard is increasingly being installed in battery…
Real safety concerns exist in aviation
History suggests that each year air travel should see improved safety, but that is not…
The new Foam Campus by RelyOn Nutec Fire Academy
Across the world, the foam transition is now in full swing and many organizations have…
Essential masonry work in fire-test preparation
Masonry work plays an indispensable yet often overlooked role in fire safety. This meticulous craft…
Building stronger teams: the role of team building in fire testing labs and certification bodies
In today’s dynamic and rapidly evolving fire testing and certification field, the significance of team-building…
Testing optical flame detectors beyond international standards
Fire protection is one of the crucial safety aspects of many hazardous industries, including oil…
PVSTOP: revolutionizing solar panel fire safety
Solar power has emerged as a critical renewable energy source, but commercial-scale solar arrays face…