Tests show that automatic sprinkler systems in tunnel fires are only suitable for tunnels with low velocities and transverse ventilation.

The safe and reliable evacuation of large buildings and complexes has always been a big challenge. This article examines building evacuation in detail.

Water mist systems are used as fire protection for machinery spaces onboard passenger ships, and have taken over as fire extinguishing systems.

New AICO Product Selector Arrives. Aico has launched Issue 10 of its highly popular Product Selector with the added enhancement of tabs to help customers.

Kentec, a leading manufacturer of life-critical control systems, has launched VR Nimbus, an advanced management tool for fire detection.

Civil servant Dame Judith Hackitt has highlighted the importance of Facilitating Means of Escape in her Review of Building Regulations and Fire Safety.

Leading life-safety systems manufacturer, C-TEC, has launched Hush ActiV Domestic Fire Alarm Kit, an innovative new BS 5839-6 Grade C domestic fire alarm kit.

Coltraco were delighted that the Portasonic 2.FL0 flow meter was nominated as Security & Fire Excellence Awards, as Passive/Active Fire Project of the Year.

New partnership in Morocco: “ASEC EXPO supported by Intersec.” ASEC EXPO, the African trade fair for security technology, is entering into a partnership with Intersec.

Methanol has been handled with traditional fire protection, but a deeper understanding of the fuel called for a new approach to design fire safety.