Ensuring safety with sustainability: The transition to fluorine-free foam
Mark Siem, Business Development-Industrial/Chemist at Perimeter Solutions, discusses the transition to fluorine-free foam for airport firefighting and its industry impact Since the 1960s, airports have depended on aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) when battling fires on airport grounds. Whether the hazard involved crash rescue, hangar, or bulk fuel fires, AFFF foam has been a critical resource […]
Why sustainability is important to the Fire Department
The fire department stands at a critical junction in an era marked by escalating climate change, environmental degradation, and increasing natural disasters, writes FSJA Managing Editor Duncan J. White Sustainability, a concept often associated with reducing carbon footprints and conserving natural resources, is equally vital for the fire department. This importance extends beyond environmental stewardship […]
Roseville, MN invests in Rosenbauer RTX electric fire engine to enhance firefighter safety and sustainability
Roseville embraces new electric fire technology Roseville, Minnesota, has introduced a new electric fire engine, the RTX, from Rosenbauer. “Innovation has always been part of the City of Roseville’s culture,” stated Roseville Fire Chief David Brosnahan. The RTX electric fire engine is expected to play a key role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and operational […]
REV Group releases its fifth annual sustainability report highlighting ESG progress
Overview of REV Group’s 2023 Corporate Sustainability Report REV Group, Inc., a leading manufacturer of specialty vehicles including fire trucks and RVs, has published its fifth annual corporate sustainability report. The report, spanning 41 pages, details REV Group’s Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG) performance during the fiscal year from November 1, 2022, to October […]
MSA Safety publishes their 2022 Impact Report highlighting efforts in sustainability and safety
MSA Safety showcases its commitment to a sustainable future MSA Safety, Inc., a global pioneer in the creation and production of safety solutions for worker and facility protection, has released its 2022 Impact Report on the company’s website. This report can be accessed here. Previously recognized as the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report, this document […]
Detroit Fire Department celebrates graduation of Paramedic class
The Detroit Fire Department (DFD) celebrated the graduation of its first-ever department-run Paramedic class on Thursday 8 January. According the department, the graduation marks a major milestone in the department’s ongoing efforts to strengthen emergency medical services and expand access to advanced life-saving care for Detroit residents and visitors. A total of 28 Detroit Fire […]
First Responders Children’s Foundation host Thanksgiving celebration
The First Responders Children’s Foundation (FRCF), honored more than 1,500 first responder family members and guests at its 24th annual Thanksgiving Celebration and Parade viewing for first responder families. The Thanksgiving Celebration took place on 40th Street in Manhattan and featured a family fun zone with toys, superheroes, treats and more. There was a breakfast […]
Bridging the gap with Duncan J. White
Duncan J. White discusses why facilities management professionals must be at the design table In today’s complex building landscape, the conversation about fire safety, resilience and operational performance can no longer stop at compliance. The decisions made during design don’t just define how a building looks or how it functions on opening day; they define […]
ARFF vehicles enter service at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
DFW deploys electric ARFF vehicle fleet Oshkosh Airport Products has placed six Striker Volterra Electric Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) 6×6 vehicles into service at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), making the airport one of the first in the nation to adopt electric drive ARFF technology as part of its wider operational strategy. […]
Market Analysis: A tool for every fire
A prominent feature of the fire and safety industry in the Americas are fire hose nozzles. This is because of the rising frequency of fire incidents and the subsequent desire for firefighting technology that will suppress and control a blaze at its source. According to DigitalFlow Systems, the North American fire hose nozzle market was […]
