IFSJ Managing Editor Duncan J. White sits down with Andy Spence, Joint Managing Director of Britannia Fire, to look at how the P50 composite fire extinguisher is the biggest innovation in portable firefighting equipment this decade.
In this episode, IFSJ Managing Editor Duncan J. White is joined by Stephen Marsh, Head of Sales, and Denley Nunn, Regional Sales Manager at Cygnus Systems, to explore the transformative impact of wireless technology on fire detection and alarm systems. The conversation covers Cygnus’s cloud-connected solutions - from the Configuration Tool to the Mesh Analyser and ALERT platform - which enable efficient on-site updates, streamlined commissioning, and improved system maintenance. The gu...
The Building Safety Act has been a catalyst for cultural change, especially regarding attitudes towards fire safety - design, then build. In a discussion about the changes the industry is seeing, the Gateways, and the importance of early engagement, Alec Purdie and Glenn Hutchins from Quelfire sit down with Duncan White from the International Fire & Safety Journal.
HEN Nozzles are proud to launch HEN Force, the game-changing firefighting nozzle designed to maximize water flow while minimizing effort. Engineered with innovation, HEN Force delivers 175 GPM at just 45 PSI, ensuring firefighters can achieve superior suppression with less strain. With its built-in TURBO Back-Pressure Device, nozzle reaction is reduced to just 60 lbs, eliminating excessive force and making handling easier than ever. Say goodbye to hose kinks, nozzle whip, and over-pumpi...
In this episode, we chat with Ben Wolf, co-inventor of Honeywell Self-Test, and Mark Hunter, Senior Fire Specification Specialist. They discuss how Honeywell Self-Test revolutionises fire safety by reducing testing times from months to just minutes. Ben shares insights into the invention, highlighting its automation and detailed reporting features that enhance compliance. Mark discusses real-world applications and market reception, revealing how this innovation addresses common industry chall...
With the Fire Department Instructors Conference just a few months away, International Fire and Safety Managing Editor Duncan J. White recently sat down with FDIC legends Eric Schlett and David Rhodes. This relaxed and light-hearted discussion looks at what visitors to FDIC can expect about the Hands on Training (HOT) sessions taking place around Indianapolis and the trade show running in the Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium. Eric and David share exciting news about the new expe...
Join us as Duncan J. White explores the critical issue of fires in waste and recycling facilities with founder and CTO of NetVu Group, Mike Newton. We delve into the causes of these fires, the growing threat of lithium-ion batteries, and the innovative solutions making a real difference. Mike shares his insights on the importance of early fire detection and verification, and his solution FireVu's advanced technology, highlighting the importance of rapid response in preventing catastrophic inc...
Tim Thorne of TenCate Protective Fabrics shares insights on the global firefighting market, emphasising rising PPE standards and the invisible dangers firefighters face, like smoke and heat. TenCate partners with PPE garment manufacturers globally, focusing on using innovative technologies to combat heat stress and protect firefighters.
The importance and value of service inspections by trusted providers, such as Survitec, can never be underestimated to ensure safety systems work effectively when required. In this podcast, IFSJ Managing Editor Duncan J. White talks with Finn Lende-Harung, Chief Commercial Officer at Survitec to draw attention to this situation and highlight the value of using reputable, trusted safety providers to ensure fire safety systems and equipment are properly maintained and inspected as per the rules...
In the fire safety and security industry, TOA’s core business is to design and build voice alarm and public address systems for life safety messaging and evacuation. We would like to discuss the impact that an audio manufacturer has in this field and how our product development is at the forefront of building these systems to keep people safer in the event of an incident. We would like to discuss how audio has impacted greatly on the design of commercial buildings such as transport hubs, hote...
Don’t miss this interview with Lance Harry, P.E. CEO/ president of Fireaway Inc. the manufacturer the Stat-X condensed aerosol fire suppression product line. Industrial applications face operational risks and regulatory challenges from outdated fire suppression methods. Stat-X's environmentally sound, cutting-edge aerosol fire suppression technology safeguards valuable assets, minimizes operational downtime, and ensures employee safety. For more information visit: https://www.statx.com/?utm_...
IFSJ Managing Editor Duncan J White sat down with Andy Slater, Managing Director at PGI, Inc, and John Lord, Managing Director, SimTrainer, UK to discuss the facts behind cancer risks to firefighters and the wider emergency services and their families. The podcast sheds light on the unforeseen and potentially lethal risks that demand attention. Focus is also given to the role that PPE technology plays in providing the necessary levels of protection and innovations being explored.
With the Fire Department Instructors Conference just a few weeks away, International Fire and Safety Managing Editor Duncan J. White recently took the opportunity to sit down with FDIC legends Eric Schlett and David Rhodes. This relaxed and light-hearted discussion looks at what visitors to FDIC can expect in relation to the Hands on Training (HOT) sessions taking place around Indianapolis and the trade show running in the Indiana Convention Centre and Lucas Oil Stadium. The interview kicks o...
With the many complexities in implementing a world-class safety program, combined with the millions of workplace injuries that continue to occur every year, the value of technology that simplifies safety procedures and connects safety managers to their employees working in hazardous environments, has never been more important.
This podcast explores the role of virtual reality in the fire services industry, bringing together a wealth of knowledge from three continents with guest speakers Dr James Mullins, founder and CTO of FLAIM Systems and volunteer firefighter in Australia; former Lieutenant, USA Fire Department, Evan Wing; and former UK Fire Officer, Ted O’Brien. The conversation opens with a history on the foundations of FLAIM, as Dr James Mullins reveals the challenges that exist for firefighters in the ANZ re...
Georgina Gilbert and Rebecca Openshaw- Rowe are the Antarctic Fire Angels. In this podcast IFSJ Group Editor Duncan J White talks with George and Bex about their forthcoming unaided trek from the coast of Antarctica to the South Pole in November 2023.
IFSJ Managing Editor Duncan J. White recently took the opportunity of a rare window in Ryan Fogelman’s calendar to discuss the background of Fire Rover and how the concept has become a reality within fire protection and suppression in such a short space of time. Duncan and Ryan look back on their first meeting at FDIC and recall when Ryan was initially accused by firefighters of ‘doing them out of a job’! In Ryan’s inimitable style he was quickly able to allay their initial concerns to the p...
Duncan J. White, Managing Editor of International Fire and Safety Journal recently sat down with Paul Davison, CEO of the Proteus Communication Group and Iain Hoey, Editor of IFSJ to discuss ‘The Importance of effective marketing’. In this podcast, which is the first in a series which will cover topics of general interest, they covered a whole host of areas looking at how the marketer can work more effectively with the editor in order to maximise the return on marketing investment. It is in...