August 9 Weekly Fire Round-Up

It's that time of the week again when we, at Fire Middle East Magazine, share with you the best fire and safety news you've missed.

Let's get into it.

News

?? 江森自控 launched the industry’s first mobile app for auto-addressing fire detection devices: https://www.firemiddleeastmag.com/johnson-controls-launches-industrys-first-mobile-app-for-auto-addressing-fire-detection-devices/

?? Rosenbauer Group introduced its innovative wildfire helmet: https://www.firemiddleeastmag.com/rosenbauer-introduces-innovative-wildfire-helmet/

?? Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority enforced a Dh50,000 fire fine: https://www.firemiddleeastmag.com/abu-dhabi-civil-defence-authority-enforces-dh50000-fire-fine/

??Gary Barthram joined Serco ’s Emergency Service team in the Middle East: https://www.firemiddleeastmag.com/gary-barthram-joins-sercos-emergency-service-team-in-the-middle-east/

??Port authorities signed a MoU to make Dubai safer: https://www.firemiddleeastmag.com/port-authorities-sign-mou-to-make-dubai-safer/

Events

??Secutech Vietnam is welcoming guests between August 14?-?August 16: https://lnkd.in/gSvVsuW

??The 3rd Edition of ADEXCO ID 2024 is being held between September 11- September 14: https://lnkd.in/eJaQ_P7P

??8th Edition OFSEC – Oman’s only and most comprehensive summit & expo on fire, safety and security will be held from October 8- October 9: https://lnkd.in/entKbVxB

Free Resources

??Following the success of the inaugural Fire Middle East Conference on 15 May 2024 in Riyadh, Fire Middle East magazine asked Robert (Bob) Rea to reflect on the event, in his capacity as the event’s Chairperson.

I was honoured to be asked to chair this prestigious event and wanted to make sure that I fulfilled the duties to the highest level. I am confident on the stage, with a natural ability to link presentations and panel learning together, finding a thread to engage the audience. Previously, I was told by an industry professional that I am a ‘showman’ and I suppose he was right, in that I enjoy the challenge of adding and maintaining energy and drive to an event (my version of keeping the event on schedule).

Find out what he had to say: https://www.firemiddleeastmag.com/chairperson-bob-rea-reflects-on-the-fire-middle-east-conference/

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Peter Stephenson , Director – Fire Safety Division Middle East, Hydrock, now Stantec , explores automatic fire detection systems and the potential for smarter systems for a safer future.

Fire has long threatened lives and property, what has changed is the approach we can take to fire detection. While traditional alarms exist, challenges like human error and nuisance alarms will prevail, impacting on their efficacy. Thankfully, advancements in automatic fire detection systems offer a brighter future. These intelligent systems promise a significant leap forward in fire safety and prevention.

The products of combustion produced during a fire scenario are primary contributing factors to fatalities along with the associated property damage and economic/environmental consequences. To mitigate their impacts, the use of innovative and effective early fire and smoke detection/warning technologies is essential. One of the key challenges facing fire detection technology is the drive to decrease unwanted fire alarms, improve sensitivity and dynamic responsiveness, and provide protection for costly and complicated installations.

Enhancements in fire detection focus on the continuous monitoring of variables such as temperature, flame, gaseous content and smoke. These variables come with respective benefits and drawbacks, measuring standards, and parameter measurement spans. Current research directions and challenges related to fire detection technology and future perspectives on fabricating advanced fire sensors are key areas for innovation.

Learn more about it: https://www.firemiddleeastmag.com/fire-safety-in-the-digital-age/