Sprue Safety Products, the manufacturer of fire and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms, has enhanced the CO protection of clients at the East Lothian & Repair Charitable Trust through the donation of 30 CO alarms. East Lothian Care & Repair Charitable Trust is a Scottish charity that provides direct financial support to older and disabled people […]
The recently published BSRIA market intelligence study on the Global Overview Analysis of Fire and Security (GOA F&S) shows that the global Fire Detection and Electronic Security Systems market continues to grow robustly – for fire at almost five per cent per annum and for security – it is forecast to grow between two and […]
The market for active fire protection equipment grew by around 9% in 2015, according to a new report by AMA Research. Growth has been primarily driven by the wider performance of the UK building and construction market, but product development has also been a key driver. Alarms and detection systems account for just over 60% […]
Martyn Walley, National Technical Manager at Aico Ltd, explains the differences between domestic fire alarm types and why it’s essential you know the basic differences and can advise your customers on selecting the right alarm for the right location. With more than 25 years in the business, Aico’s number one topic of enquiry to our […]
Chris Massey, Product Manager at leading security products supplier, ESP, discusses the latest legislation affecting the fire and security sector and the implications for the electrical industry. The new product standard, EN54-23:2010 Fire detection and fire alarm systems. Part 23: Fire alarm devices – Visual Alarm Devices, became mandatory across Europe from 1st January 2014. […]
Martyn Walley, National Technical Manager at Aico Ltd, looks at the recent change in legislation in respect of smoke and CO alarms in privately rented homes and the new opportunies that this presents for electrical wholesalers. A significant change in the law came into effect in England on October 1st, 2015. For the first time, […]
Basing your customer advice about smoke, heat and carbon monoxide on the latest British Standards, rather than Building Regulations, could pay dividends as well as save lives, explains Rex Taylor, Technical Support Manager of Kidde Safety. Covering both new and existing homes, BS 5839-6:2013, Part 6: Code of practice for the design, installation, commissioning and […]
Clever fire safety systems that are easier to install and don’t cost the earth could bring significant advantages to all and importantly, be a life-saver, writes Nick Rutter (pictured) Managing Director of Sprue Safety Products. Simplifying the fire safety process by aligning legislation to give the same level of protection to all and eliminating confusion […]
Life-saving legislation that will help prevent fatalities from cable entanglement will be included in UK Wiring Regulations, thanks to successful lobbying from Electrical Safety First, in collaboration with Fire and Rescue Services. In recent years, there have been some tragic outcomes when falling cables have trapped both those trying to escape and the fire fighters […]
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One alarm for all fire types
Smoke alarms undoubtedly save lives and property but traditional solutions, such as ionisation and optical versions, offer contrasting benefits that can make specification confusing. Jeremy Roberts, Sales Director at Sprue, discusses how SONA is utilising technology trusted by the UK Fire and Rescue Service to drive the mains smoke alarm market towards a simpler alternative. […]
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