Standards for fire detection Issue 1 2025, SAQCC (Fire), Associations In the second article from SAQCC, Nick Collins focuses on SANS 10139, which is generally regarded as the ‘Book of Knowledge’ for any fire detection installer, commissioner and designer.
The unusual chemistry of lithium-ion battery fires Issue 1 2025, SafeQuip Traditional fire extinguishers, which use agents like water, foam, or dry chemicals, may not be suitable for lithium-ion battery fires due to the unique challenges posed by the high-energy density of these batteries.
Saving lives with fire safety technology Issue 1 2025, News & Events The fire protection landscape is evolving swiftly, fuelled by technological advancements designed to improve safety and efficiency in fire detection, control, and suppression. These innovations transform traditional methods and establish new safety standards in residential and commercial spaces.
Standards for fire detection December 2024, SAQCC (Fire) In the second article from SAQCC, Nick Collins focuses on SANS 10139, which is generally regarded as the “Book of Knowledge” for any fire detection installer, commissioner and designer.
Rational design is not just a tick-box exercise November 2024 Rational design is about achieving performance-driven fire safety measures through sound engineering principles. It is not just a tick-box exercise, but involves a deep understanding of fire risks and behaviour, and developing customised fire protection strategies.
Fire detection and gas suppression systems November 2024, Masc Solutions, Products & Solutions Masc Solutions is an official Fike distributor and installer in South Africa, providing comprehensive design, supply, and installation services for specialised gas fire suppression systems.
New fire blanket for lithium-ion battery fires SMART Fire & Safety 2024, Products & Solutions SafeQuip launched its newly developed range of high-performance, multi-use lithium-ion battery fire blankets, specifically designed to address fires involving devices with lithium-ion batteries, providing a crucial tool for safety in environments where these batteries are in use.
SafeQuip launches lithium-ion battery fire extinguishers SMART Fire & Safety 2024, Products & Solutions [Sponsored] SafeQuip has launched the SANS 1910-2022 approved Lith-Ex fire extinguisher range, which carries NTA 8133:2021 (KIWA/POOO55865) test approval, which proves its lithium-ion battery fire extinguishing capability.
Partnership addresses fire hazard mitigation SMART Fire & Safety 2024, Brigit Fire (a Division of Hudaco Trading), Elvey Security Technologies , Security Services & Risk Management Brigit Fire has partnered with the Elvey Group. The collaboration will see Brigit Fire distributing both the advanced C-TEC addressable fire detection systems (CAST Technology) and GreenMist lithium extinguishers.
Fire alarm control panel with printer SMART Fire & Safety 2024, Dahua Technology South Africa, Products & Solutions Dahua’s fire alarm control panel with a printer is designed to provide early warning fire detection, display fire information and offer flexibility in design and operation to meet the demands of various projects.
Standalone smoke alarm SMART Fire & Safety 2024, Dahua Technology South Africa, Products & Solutions The Dahua DHI-HY-SA40A is a standalone smoke alarm that continuously monitors smoke concentration. This device works without a panel and is cost-effective and suitable for home use.
Watermist suppression in mining SMART Fire & Safety 2024, FS Systems, Mining (Industry), Products & Solutions Watermist suppression systems are highly effective in suppressing flames and controlling heat spread, especially in confined spaces commonly found in mining environments, by generating fine droplets with an increased surface area, enabling rapid heat absorption and cooling during fire incidents.
FS partners with Oculus SMART Fire & Safety 2024, FS Systems, Products & Solutions FS Systems announced a strategic partnership with Oculus Innovations to combine the company’s integrated security management solutions with Oculus Innovations’ expertise in designing state-of-the-art control room environments.
Gas detection for mining SMART Fire & Safety 2024, FS Systems, Products & Solutions, Mining (Industry) Flammable gas detection is critical in safeguarding mining operations, where combustible gases pose significant risks. Early detection of these gases helps prevent fires and explosions, which can lead to devastating consequences.
ECP1000 extinguishing control panel SMART Fire & Safety 2024, G2 Fire, Products & Solutions The ECP1000 is a extinguishing panel built to EN54-2, EN54-4 and EN 12094–1 standards with multiple input and outputs to facilitate the protection of a single area and the connected devices.
TeledataOne addressable panel SMART Fire & Safety 2024, G2 Fire, Products & Solutions The Onemini panel provides a one-loop option ideal for smaller installations, where the TeledataOne is expandable to nine loops; both are available from G2 Fire.
Detect fires in the early stages SMART Fire & Safety 2024, Securiton, Products & Solutions The SecuriSmoke range from Securiton offers various levels of coverage and power to suit every budget and application. What all the models have in common is that they can detect smoke in very small quantities.
SecuriHeat ADW linear heat detector SMART Fire & Safety 2024, Securiton, Products & Solutions The SecuriHeat ADW linear heat detector uses sealed tubes positioned over the detection area, and a remotely positioned control unit detects pressure changes in the tubes brought about by changing temperature.
Fire detection goes wireless SMART Fire & Safety 2024, Technoswitch Fire Detection & Suppression, Products & Solutions Wireless technology facilitates quicker system installations with minimal disruption, reduced impact on the building’s structure, and less reliance on complex cabling. Technoswitch has introduced two wireless fire detection ranges to its portfolio.
High-precision aspirating smoke detectors for every requirement SMART Fire & Safety 2024, Technoswitch Fire Detection & Suppression, Products & Solutions The SecuriSmoke ASD range by Securiton offers three VdS-approved models and makes the lightning-fast detection of fires both scalable and cost-effective for any environment, be it a single facility or an area.
