Tag: Life Safety
Honeywell ISC West 2019 Highlights
Honeywell will highlight its latest security and fire products at ISC West 2019 booth #12031 from April 10-12 in Las Vegas.
Emergency Lighting: Four Facts To Face
Checking on emergency and exit lighting systems during the seasonal transition can help prepare a facility in the event of a power outage.
New Members Join NFPA Standards Council
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Board of Directors adds to its Standards Council and reappoints a current member for a one-year extension.
New Fire Resistive Steel Doors And Frames From ASSA ABLOY
The Ceco Door and Curries brands expand their fire resistive offerings that keep flames, radiant heat, and hot gases from spreading.
Intelligent Lighting That Drives Automotive Plant Operations
The efficiencies made possible with a digital LED infrastructure help to deliver a more productive and safer manufacturing environment.
Compliance Reporting Milestone
BuildingReports' announced its service members have reached the 5 million inspection report milestone, a growth rate of 150% from 2014.
AEDs Improve Out-Of-Hospital Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Businesses across America are installing automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to aid those suffering from sudden cardiac arrest. Whether mandated by law or enacted by individual choice, installation of AEDs help save lives.
In Case Of Fire: Water Autonomy For Critical Facilities
For fire water autonomy, all components of the fire water source and ancillary systems must be capable of withstanding disaster and remain fully operable
How Are Facilities Teams Using Technology Today, And In 2019?
A new survey from ARC reveals insight into the evaluation and acquisition of technology that facilities teams use to meet operating objectives.
Retailers Are Merry And Bright With LED Lighting, Controls
Holiday decorating in retail facilities can require a significant amount of energy and maintenance to provide an appealing, safe environment.
Drones Deliver AED Equipment For Medical Emergencies
The City of Reno, NV recently tested drone delivery of AED equipment as part of its participation in FAA Drone Integration Pilot Program.
Mass Notification Partnership From American Signal Corp.
Through an application process going on now, college and healthcare campuses may be chosen by the company to receive new or enhanced mass notification systems.
Fire Prevention Groups Focus On Sprinkler Awareness
Following a fire in San Marcos, TX in July, five national organizations have joined forces to educate stakeholders on the benefits of installing fire sprinklers in dorms and off-campus housing.
Summer Is Here, Be Lightning Aware
With summer officially begun, two groups focused on educating organizations and individuals about lighting highlight National Lighting Safety Awareness Week (June 24-30).
Online Tool Identifies NFPA Codes & Standards
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has released CodeFinder, a new interactive online tool that identifies the NFPA codes and standards that are in effect in U.S. municipalities or counties, as well as in regions of Canada, South America, Latin America, and the Middle East.
Aspirating Smoke Detection Technology From Xtralis
Addressable and able to detect the presence of smoke earlier than traditional equipment, the VESDA-E VEA system fits many facilities' needs.
Construction Project? Consider A Pre-Code Compliance Check
Including this process early on will help protect against delays and unexpected costs during the construction phase.
2018 Facility Executive Readers’ Choice Awards
In this annual survey of Facility Executive readers, votes were cast for product and service suppliers preferred during 2017.
BHMA Publishes New ANSI Standard On Egress
The Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association has added the A156.41-Door Hardware Single Motion to Egress standard to its A156 Standards Series.
Solutions From Siemens For LaGuardia Airport Redevelopment
The redevelopment of Terminal B, part of multi-year airport-wide improvements, will include Siemens building management and fire safety systems.