National Association of Fire Equipment Distributors (NAFED)

Your work trucks don't just transport your team from job to job—they can also be your best advertising tool! Learn how businesses use "parketing" to turn heads and attract more customers. Ready to take your brand on the road? Read more and check out how our partner, Wrapmate, can help you get started! ??

The #FirePreventionWeek24 theme, “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!,” is more important than ever. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission just published a comprehensive survey, which shows that a third of Americans never test their smoke alarms and only 71% know how to install them. Learn more about the CPSC survey and FPW 2024: https://lnkd.in/eGYe9Jwf

Last call to train like a monster! Only a few spots remain. Hose Monster University's Fall 2024 Session is quickly approaching and spots to join us are going just as fast. This session will take place at the Johnson Controls Frederick Grinnell Training Facility in Cranston, RI, Oct 31 – Nov 1st. This is your chance to get hands-on, certified training with unrivaled Hose Monster products and software, brush up on the latest fire codes and standards, as well as network with some of your peers. https://lnkd.in/gk_zhFJ7

Lithium-ion batteries can overheat, catch fire or explode if used incorrectly. Make sure you are charging devices on a hard surface like a desk, table, or counter. Visit nfpa.org/lithiumionsafety for videos, tip sheets, and more! #campusfiresafety

What technology trends have emerged in the Fire and Life Safety industry? Watch this episode of Fire Protection News to learn more. #FEDLC #FireandLifeSafety #FireProtectionNews https://hubs.ly/Q02Py-bS0

NAFED member Inspect Point is surveying for the 2025 Fire & Life Safety Industry Report. Share your experiences in the industry, the most impactful trends you see today, and your predictions for the future. Take the 15-minute survey and be entered to win a prize: https://lnkd.in/gYzXdR_J

On September 11, we remember all those who lost their lives in the devastating attacks across three U.S. sites. The bravery shown by the rescue and recovery workers in the aftermath helped thousands of people survive. This day holds a profound meaning for each of us individually. As a company, it is a reminder of our duty to serve our customers under extraordinary circumstances and the vital role we play in protecting lives. https://on.jci.com/47iLquN

Fleet management is a critical, yet often overlooked, component of fire protection businesses. Maintaining your fleet--a signficant business asset--and ensuring your technicians get where they need to be with maximum efficiency is a challenge for companies of all sizes. On Sept. 24, experts from Inspect Point, Azuga, Inc. and Coast will sit down to discuss all things fleet management. Register now to learn how your business can get the most out of your fleet management solution to maximize ROI: https://ow.ly/rg2N50T8Vhr

What do your kids think you do for a living? As Fire and Life Safety professionals, we know that our careers help to protect lives and property, keeping our communities safe. But do your kids understand what you do? Perhaps they think you make fire extinguishers, drive a van around town, or build fire alarms? Let's put the fun in our week by sharing your funniest examples with us below! #FireSafety #LifeSafety #Training #Careers

Join NAFED for our Executive Retreat November 7-9 for timely topics and excellent connections. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gYaQcbjG