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Firefighting and Rescue Equipment

Advanced fire detection and safety solutions for explosive atmospheres

27th September 2024 A range of fire detection and safety solutions designed for explosive atmospheres aims to ensure enhanced safety and protection in hazardous environments.  ACTOM Industry, specialists in mine winder hoists within the ACTOM group, has expanded its portfolio with the introduction of its fire... 

Fire detection and safety solutions for hazardous environments

6th September 2024 A range of products for the detection of fires in explosive atmospheres has recently been launched by ACTOM Industry. The systems have been tested and certified by the South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) to meet the criteria of SANS 1515. The company, which specialises in mine winder hoists,... 

Image of fire detection products from ACTOM Industry
Fire detection products from ACTOM Industry

Suppressing lithium-ion battery fires

30th August 2024 Lithium-ion batteries are used in various devices, from smartphones and laptops to electric vehicles and energy storage systems. While these batteries are generally regarded as safe, they can pose significant fire risks under certain conditions, such as physical damage, manufacturing defects, or... 

Image of AVD Fire blanket from SafeQuip
AVD Fire blanket from SafeQuip

SAFEQUIP at Nampo 2024 

31st May 2024 Engineering News talks to fire safety solutions and products supplier SAFEQUIP MD Pierre Malherbe at Nampo 2024, held from May 14 to 17, near Bothaville, in the Free State, about how the company is addressing the challenges posed by lithium-ion batteries. 

SAFEQUIP at Nampo 2024

Home-grown solution to save farms from fire

1st December 2023 Uncontrolled blazes can quickly engulf vast stretches of farmland, destroying crops, livestock and essential infrastructure. A pioneering, locally developed firefighting system aims to help farmers prevent and control devastating veld fires. Husqvarna and ANCO Manufacturing have embarked on a... 

Image of the 'Bakkie Sakkie' from Husqvarna and ANCO Manufacturing
The 'Bakkie Sakkie' from Husqvarna and ANCO Manufacturing

Fire systems protect lives and assets

2nd June 2023 Integrated Fire Technology, formerly known as Fogmaker South Africa, offers fire detection and prevention solutions for commercial and industrial sectors including mining, forestry, military and ports and harbours. The fire systems specialist’s range of fixed system fire detection solutions... 

Image of the AF-X aerosol fire protection system installed in an industrial setting
The AF-X aerosol fire protection system installed in an industrial setting

Advanced Fire Global, HANSA-FLEX focusing on African footprint, customer commitment 

14th September 2022 The South African mother company of fire suppression product supplier Advanced Fire Global, Advanced Fire Suppression Technologies (Advanced FST), will be co-exhibiting at this year’s Electra Mining Africa exhibition, alongside several other member companies within the group. 

Advanced Fire Global, HANSA-FLEX focusing on African footprint, customer commitment

Fire-suppression solutions for the mining industry

30th August 2022 Fires present a real and serious threat to mining operations and the use of effective design and operational procedures is essential, however, an effective fire suppression system ensures a further level of protection that helps to minimise fire risks. All diesel-engine operated vehicles and... 

Image of an engine protected by FOGMAKER's water-mist fire suppresion system
An engine protected by FOGMAKER's water-mist fire suppresion system

Local thermal insulation fills the gap in SA market

23rd August 2022 A range of thermal insulation products such as expansion joints, thermal insulation jackets, fire blankets, high temperature sealing, and boiler joint gaskets are now available from local manufacturer Fawkes Thermal Manufacturing & Supplies. Established in 2020, the company identified a need for... 

Image of 3 products available from Fawkes Thermal Manufacturing
Some of the products available from Fawkes Thermal Manufacturing

Halogen-free TPE cables

13th August 2022 The US National Fire Protection Association reports that machine fires are the fourth leading cause of fires in industrial environments in the US, making the use of flame-retardant cabling materials a safety-critical requirement. Cable manufacturer, igus has received certification from... 

Image of halogen-free TPE cables from igus
igus halogen-free TPE cables have received UL certification

South African company offers the latest in fireproofing solutions

15th July 2022 A range of locally developed fireproofing solutions is available for the fire engineering, mining, construction, commercial and industrial sectors. Part of the Advanced Group of Companies, FlameBlock is a proudly South African company that engineers, manufactures and supplies intumescent and... 

Image of FlameBlock range of fireproofing solutions
FlameBlock engineers, manufactures and supplies a range of fireproofing solutions

Fire pumps meet global standards

26th November 2021 A fire system that meets European EN 12845 standards is in growing demand from South African customers. This is according to Grundfos sales engineer commercial building services South Africa Mark Muller, who explains the rationale behind the company’s Hydro EN fire pump systems. 

Image of an installed Grundfos fire set
An installed Grundfos fire set

Boom bounce on aerial fire trucks addressed

14th July 2021 Booms on aerial fire trucks are subject to oscillation, also known as boom bounce, as a result of quick movements and disturbances such as wind, the flow of pumped water or individuals on the ladder. Further magnification of this oscillation occurs as the boom extends. A system solution for... 

Image of a firefighter on firetruck boom extension
Eaton has develeoped a system solution for aerial fire apparatus to help eliminate boom bounce

High-pressure water mist improves firefighting and preserves assets

28th May 2021 High-pressure water mist systems are designed to provide safe, efficient and immediately-activated firefighting solutions. The systems are said to provide better fire suppression while ensuring improved protection of assets, by minimising water damage as a result of the reduced amount of water... 

PAH pumps from Danfoss
PAH pumps from Danfoss

Ultrahigh-pressure tech revs up rapid response vehicle 

2nd February 2021 Embracing ultrahigh-pressure technology has reduced the cost of Industrial Fire & Hazard Control’s firefighting apparatus while increasing the efficacy of its rapid response fire and rescue vehicle. 

Ultrahigh-pressure tech revs up rapid response vehicle

VITA 4-in-1 – the all-natural, germ killing solution in the fight against infections 

11th January 2021 Advanced Healthcare Services and Systems, a member of the Advanced Group of Companies, launched its newest product, VITA 4-in-1, to the South African market during the height of the Covid-19 infections earlier this year. 

VITA 4-in-1 – the all-natural, germ killing solution in the fight against infections

Smoke detection system saves lives and assets

11th December 2020 SPONSORED POST: An aspirating smoke detector (ASD) comprises a central detection unit which draws in air and detects the presence of smoke particles by detecting the light scattered by the particles in the chamber. ASDs are designed to detect smoke before it is visible. The Securiton SecuriSmoke... 

The Securiton SecuriSmoke ASD range supplied by Technoswitch
The Securiton SecuriSmoke ASD range supplied by Technoswitch

Introducing the Rural Metro Rental Programme 

27th October 2020 Gain access to a complete range of firefighting and rescue vehicles through Rural Metro Emergency Management Services' two-tier rental programme, which is backed by experienced firefighters. 

Introducing the Rural Metro Rental Programme

Revised strategy helps to fight virus 

10th June 2020 The Advanced Group has pooled its available resources and introduced its Advanced Health Care Services & Systems Programme – a complete Covid-19-and-beyond detection and prevention ‘plan of action’ for clients. 

Revised strategy helps to fight virus

Tools to fight Covid-19 from Advanced 

24th April 2020 In these uncertain times, Advanced is taking a proactive approach in combatting the dreaded Covid-19 pandemic, developing a multipronged infectious disease control approach that it is now bringing to market. By focusing the company’s resources, engineering capability, supply chain management,... 

Tools to fight Covid-19 from Advanced

LVS liquid agent fire suppression system 

25th March 2020 Industries rely on their large mobile equipment to work around the clock, therefore, their fire protection should do the same, says Alberton-based fire protection specialist Advanced Fire Suppression Technologies (AFST). 

LVS liquid agent fire suppression system

Wireless communication helps firefighters

13th March 2020 An integrated emergency communication solution that provides on-site voice communication and helps to establish an on-site command and control centre, provides an essential tool for firefighters. The Hytera integrated communication solution provides various aspects of on-site emergency... 

The E-center is a portable device used to provide command and dispatch services in the field.
The E-center is a portable device used to provide command and dispatch services in the field.

Advanced FST 

25th February 2020 The fire apparatus division of safety equipment supplier Advanced Fire Suppression Technologies in Alberton is equipped to convert a Ford Ranger 3.2 TDCi Supercab 4x4 or any similar chassis cab into an ADVANCED Rapid Response unit. 

Advanced FST

Advanced Fire Suppression Technologies 

20th January 2020 Fire-detection systems provide constant monitoring and, therefore, early warning. This prevents damage to property and products, fatalities and financial loss, the consequential loss of profit and productivity, and insurance repercussions.  

Advanced Fire Suppression Technologies

Advanced Kitchen Systems 

9th December 2019 Equipping a commercial kitchen with a fire-suppression system could prevent business-destroying fires that result in injuries or fatalities. Supplied by Alberton-based safety equipment supplier Advanced Fire Suppression Technologies, the Ansul Piranha and R102 systems are continuously updated to... 

Advanced Kitchen Systems

DoseTech (Pty) Ltd

14th November 2019 DoseTech (Pty) Ltd specializes in Fire Protection Foam Dosing Technology and Special Risk Fire Fighting Hardware. We import and supply high end industrial, mining and specialized fire protection equipment in to the South African market.  We have consolidated our range of top end products to focus... 

DoseTech (Pty) Ltd

ASP Fire

14th November 2019 ASP Fire operates across the entire African continent from its Gauteng base, providing professional, accredited fire risk management and support to its clients. ASP Fire designs, installs and maintains a full range of fire detection and suppression equipment suited to clients’ needs. 

ASP Fire

Remote-controlled firefighting

14th November 2019 Automated firefighting is in growing demand and technical developments in drive engineering, sensor technology and control technology are unlocking future potential in this field. In particular, remote-controlled monitors in combination with automated fire detection systems allow for targeted... 

Thermal imaging camera for first responders

26th September 2019 A handheld thermal imaging camera that allows users to see heat in total darkness and through smoke, is available for purchase. The camera aims to enhances situational awareness for use in wildland fire control, search and rescue missions, structure-damage evaluation and investigative work. It... 

Flameproof motors available in smaller sizes

13th August 2019 Low voltage (LV) flameproof motors are now available in smaller frame sizes, offering the safety, reliability and efficiency of larger motors. The motors are particularly useful in hazardous and explosive environments, as found in the oil and gas, chemical and mining industries. 

Raasm Centralised lubrication system 

7th August 2019 The centralised lubrication system from Italian fluid management solutions company Raasm, is specially designed to extend component life of all moving parts on machines by effectively lubricating pins and bushes. As part of its “one solution” offering, the Advanced Group of Companies acquired the... 

Raasm Centralised lubrication system

Failsafe Fire Projects

6th November 2018 Failsafe Fire Projects, founded in 1996, is a South African company providing customers with fire detection and suppression solutions, specialising in heavy industry and the mining sector.  Our system represents quality and reliability and we are known for our robustness in some of the harshest... 

Failsafe Fire Projects

Promat

22nd November 2017 Promat is a market leader is passive fire protection & thermal insulation. Our state-of-the-art products range from fire stopping products to intumescent coatings for structural steel & timber, fire-rated ceilings & partitions (up to and incl. 4 hours integrity & insulation), high performance... 

Promat

Flow Test Kit

14th November 2017 Cape Town fire protection foam dosing technology and special risk firefighting hardware specialist DoseTech offers the AFTK style of apparatus flow test kits. Manufactured by US- engineered life safety products and services supplier Akron Brass Company, the kits include a choice of four out of... 

Flow Test Kit

DoseTech (Pty) Ltd

8th November 2017 DoseTech (Pty) Ltd specializes in Fire Protection Foam Dosing Technology and Special Risk Fire Fighting Hardware. We import and supply high end industrial, mining and specialized fire protection equipment in to the South African market.  We have consolidated our range of top end products to focus... 

DoseTech (Pty) Ltd
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