Safety is not just a priority in airport operations; it’s the backbone of everyday procedures. For airport rescue and firefighting (ARFF) teams and cabin crews, readiness to handle emergencies, particularly aircraft fires, is paramount. In this sphere, our company, LION,…
TEXPORT Fire Recon Wildland: no compromises in fighting forest fires
When forests and vegetation go up in flames, firefighters are confronted with very specific challenges and dangers. Hardly any specialisation in the area of firefighting is as much in demand right now as fighting forest and vegetation fires, and this…
BlowHard – big performance, little fan
Positive pressure ventilation (PPV) has undergone significant evolution since the introduction of battery-powered fans by BlowHard over a decade ago. This breakthrough technology facilitated cordless ventilation, eliminating poisonous exhaust emissions and fostering a safer environment for both firefighters and occupants…
ESKA: glove professionals for 112 years
For 111 years, the ESKA company from Austria has specialized in gloves. Uncompromising protection against heat and injuries, maximum tactile sensitivity and meticulous workmanship by master craftsmen have meant that firefighters from Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia cannot ignore the…
LION New Fire Training Technology
Ninety-three per cent of fire training facilities are not getting the best out of their training. LION introduces its latest innovative approach. This concept is the ultimate training solution proposal to balance fire-training requirements, health protection and environmental footprint adequately.…
UL/FM approved resilient seated gate valves up to DN600
For many years, AVK International has offered a wide range of gate valves covering both VdS and UL/FM approved variants up to DN400. Since 2021, AVK has also offered UL/FM approved resilient seated gate valves in DN450-600. They feature a…
Wildland firefighting and the importance of ’all-day’ comfort
Wildfires now affect the United Kingdom more frequently and since 2012 have been included in the national risk register of events which public bodies and businesses should be preparing for. During 2022 more than 20,000 hectares of land was burned…
Firefighting foam transfer pumps – Fire Lion has your solution
Fire Lion Global is a supplier of positive-displacement gear pumps for all applications in the firefighting foam industry with over 75 combined years of experience in foam applications and pump experience. With all of the changes happening with firefighting foams,…
When the best performance is demanded
In the course of their work, firefighters are subjected to many dangers and often risk their own health to rescue and protect other people as well as their property and possessions. However, in order to be able to protect the…
Motorola Solutions & Radiocoms – Enhancing the safety of fireground operations
On the fireground, every second counts. It is a dynamic, time-compressed and complex environment with varying degrees of uncertainty and chaos, placing information at a premium. Firefighters and rescue personnel face significant risks while operating on the fireground. They are…
Situation reconnaissance and mission monitoring from the air: Magirus launches its own UAV with ‘M-Eye’
Emergency forces must be able to react quickly and purposefully in emergency situations. This requires a comprehensive overview of the operational area. The use of drones has become an indispensable part of tactical and operational command and control due to…
Machine cleaning of respiratory protective equipment with MEIKO
MEIKO develops innovative solutions for cleaning and disinfecting PPE in its respiratory protection workshop. The company offers everything from a single source: consulting, planning, technology, installation, training and service. TopClean D The machine for professional pre-cleaning of personal protective equipment…
The only firefighting nozzles to offer lifetime warranty
Elkhart Brass has been manufacturing elite firefighting equipment for the global fire industry for over 120 years. The latest series of firefighting nozzles, the XD EN series, is designed for Xtreme Duty and offers an industry-first lifetime warranty. Built for…
SEIZ Magnus wildfire glove – developed with firefighters
It’s hot, confusing, logistically extremely demanding and often very protracted: wild and forest fires present firefighters with special challenges – and are occurring more and more frequently. Not only the tactics and technology but also protective clothing must be adapted…
Cradlepoint – empowering emergency services with cutting-edge connectivity solutions
Reliable connectivity can mean the difference between life and death in the high-stakes world of emergency services. Cradlepoint is a leading provider of cutting-edge network solutions, dedicated to delivering superior connectivity, performance and security. We understand the critical nature of…
FlamePro – Shaping the future of firefighting PPE
FlamePro understands what it means to be responsible for your firefighters’ lives and the people they protect. Many of us have been alarmed by recent research, commissioned by the Fire Brigades Union and independently carried out by the University of…
Haztec returns to ESS with its new super-slim XL75 lightbar and more innovations in vehicle warning equipment
For British manufacturer Haztec International, the Emergency Services Show represents a great opportunity to showcase its latest vehicle warning equipment to emergency services fleet managers, and this year is no exception. New slimline high-output LED lightbar The biggest news is…
TEXPORT Fire Stretch – for highest-level wear comfort and safety
First responders all over the world have to show flexibility in their tactics in the situations they confront, and in this their protective attire is subject to a wide variety of damaging influences. The most important factors for maintaining effective…
Brilliant lighting on display at ESS Stand L174
Peli Products (UK) Ltd offer a wide range of robust safety torches and work-area lighting, which has been developed and evolved over 30 years. Peli professional lighting products are designed for rugged use by emergency services personnel in the toughest…
Scottish Fire & Rescue Service introduces new ‘Call Challenge’ policy to combat false alarms
From 1 July 2023, the Scottish Fire & Rescue Service (SFRS) has adopted a new ‘Call Challenge’ policy whereby it will stop attending automatic fire alarm (AFA) call-outs to commercial premises, such as factories, offices, shops and leisure facilities, unless…