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F-Gas Legislation : gas engineers still not trained to the required standards
According to Develop Training, still thousands gas engineers still not trained to the required F-Gas standards. Mark Dougall, Director at Develop Training, explained: “Many engineers did not comply with the July 2011 deadline and many are now working illegally. We are worried about this for two reasons - not only could individuals be fined if they don’t gain their qualifications but we may also see a shortage of engineers able to legally under... [more]
Halton introduces the most efficient smoke and fire damper control system
The Halton SAFE control system meets the need for increased efficiency in ventilation fire-safety solutions. The system controls the operation of up to 200 fire and smoke dampers and 200 smoke detectors. It considerably improves the safety of a building – while the installation and cabling costs remain lower than expected. The Halton SAFE system controls all parts of a building’s ventilation fire-safety system, from fire and smoke dampers to s... [more]
Five things to do in a gas emergency
If you own a property, you must arrange an annual boiler service and have all gas appliances checked regularly. Broken equipment can pump out carbon monoxide, so here’s what to do in a gas leak emergency. Call for help immediately If you smell gas, you must call the National Gas Emergency Service immediately on 0800 111 999 and notify your local sup... [more]
Honeywell Analytics obtains world's first accreditation to ATEX QAN
Honeywell announced that Honeywell Analytics EMEAI, a market-leading manufacturer of fixed gas detections solutions, is the first in the World to be certified to the updated ATmosphères EXplosives (ATEX) Quality Assurance Notification (QAN) license. ATEX - an European Union (EU) legislation, which has been in effect since 2003 - governs the manufacture and subsequent use of safety products located in EU Member State hazardous locations. “Ther... [more]
No Gas? No Problem
Plumb Center and Parts Center are fully equipped to service customers who sit off the mains gas network. No matter where the job is based, or what the fuel source is, Plumb Center and Parts Center can provide the solution. Many alternative methods of heating are widely used. As a result, Plumb Center and Parts Center stock everything from solid fuel burning stoves, electric and oil burners, to plastic oil tanks and complete LPG condensing syst... [more]
Other Detectors and alarms news and reviews
Atlanta fire department hands out smoke alarms
Today Atlanta Fire Crews hit the streets of Mechanicsville and Carver Hills checking and replacing smoke alarms.
Senath rental owners now required to install carbon monoxide detectors
The Senath city council approved an ordinance that requires owners of rental properties to install smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors.
Firefighters raising money to buy smoke detectors
WATERLOO, Iowa --- A hot wings contest will be part of a fundraiser to put smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms in low-income homes.
Elite Security Services Introduces Advanced Motion Detectors to their Home Security Systems to Eliminate False Alarms
Elite Security Services has just made a significant enhancement of their home security systems by eliminating the problem of false alarms. The company has just added an extraordinary motion detector that completely prevents false alarms by differentiating between non human and human movements. This device would be particularly useful for families with pets(PRWEB) April 20, 2012 The home security ...
Fire Panels support up to 8 zones and 256 detectors.
Intended for schools, small shops, warehouses, and office buildings, Conventional Fire Panel 500 Series uses single LCD screen to display status of all zones. User interface is color-coded, and LEDs light up to indicate active zones, problems, and status information. False alarms are minimized by requiring fire to be detected in at least 2 zones or by 2 detectors in 1 zone. With separate history ...
Students and firefighters team up to raise money for smoke alarms
Evans Middle School students will be heading over to the central fire station in Ottumwa Tuesday afternoon, to help raise money for those who cannot afford smoke detectors.
Memphis Firefighters Hand Out Smoke Detectors
(Memphis) They call it a “blitz.” Memphis fire fighters knocking on doors making sure people know smoke alarms can save...
Sodus firm lands $9.5 million Navy contract
Dynalec equipment will detect fires on ships.
Wake Up! to fire danger
The Niagara Falls Fire Department wants residents to Wake Up! and make sure they have working smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors in their home.
Firefighters going door-to-door
Mississauga firefighters are coming to your front door to ensure your home is equipped with smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors.
