Lithium-ion battery fire hazards: FPASA’s safety education
By Diane Silcock
LITHIUM-ION battery fires are complex. Worldwide, the fire industry is grappling with determining optimal solutions for the extinguishing of these fires, which...
Cape Town to host Securex South Africa, A-OSH EXPO, FM Expo, and Firexpo in...
EXCITING news for the Western Cape! Specialised Exhibitions, a division of the Montgomery Group, is bringing four of its highly successful trade shows —...
Industrial fire protection nozzles for superior suppression
SPRAYING Systems Co., represented in Southern Africa by Monitor Engineering, is a leading provider of high-performance industrial fire protection nozzles designed to deliver optimal...
Extinguishing fires flexibly: A large volume flow of extinguishing water and a constant proportioning...
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New FM certificate for higher viscosity values of foam proportioners – FireDos
THE FireDos foam proportioners with high-viscosity foam concentrates were again subjected to FM tests – with convincing results: The optimised proportioning systems have shown...
Western Cape firefighter drones to use CSIR sensors
TABLE Mountain authorities in the Western Cape may soon call on firefighter drones to detect and extinguish small fires in hard-to-reach places before they...
ACTOM Industry unveils advanced fire detection and safety solutions for explosive atmospheres
ACTOM Industry, renowned for its expertise in mine winder hoists within the ACTOM group, is now expanding its portfolio with the introduction of cutting-edge...
DoseTech Fire shares its history and journey in special risk fire protection
Mike Feldon, MD of DoseTech – a leader in advanced special risk fire protection equipment – is the first to admit that nothing comes...
Flexible and sturdy extinguishing technology on land and at sea
Fighting fires from a safe distance, regardless of water levels and weather conditions.
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Chemical safety and compliance go hand in hand with your insurance – PSG
WORKING with chemicals presents inherent risks to be mindful of, not only for the safety of your employees but also to ensure that your...
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Fire detection and protection news on Cape Business News (CBN) provides essential updates on technologies that enhance safety in buildings and industrial facilities. Covering advancements in alarm systems, fire suppression, and smoke control, CBN highlights innovations that keep South African businesses and residents secure. The news in this sector includes regulatory compliance updates, product developments, and safety protocols, helping organizations implement effective fire protection strategies.
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