Traditional fire extinguishers, which use agents like water, foam, or dry chemicals, may not be suitable for lithium-ion battery fires due to the unique challenges posed by the high-energy density of these batteries.

While lithium-ion batteries offer convenience, they come with risks. SafeQuip, a distributor of fire safety equipment, explores the construction of lithium-ion batteries, the risk of thermal runaway, and the associated hazards of these power sources.

Safequip has designed its FireKing mobile water transfer and fire pumps to meet the diverse needs of plumbers, farmers, residential home owners and fire services. This has come from research, resulting ...

Fire equipment manufacturer and supplier, SafeQuip, has opened a new branch in Port Elizabeth. The Rovic international subsidiary has seen a marked increase in demand for its fire extinguishers and fire ...

SMART Security Solutions tested a 6 TB WD My Passport and found it is much more than simply another portable hard drive when considering the free security software the company includes with the device.

“Human machine interfaces (HMIs) in industrial environments are critical for operational oversight, but their web-based nature can make them a target for cyberthreats,” says Andre Froneman, OT solutions specialist at Datacentrix.

Technoswitch recently added the EN54-approved ESPRIT intelligent control panel range to its product portfolio to complement the existing TC5000 intelligent control panel range, aimed at small and medium sites that require a cost-effective, networkable fire alarm system.

As organisations seek cost-effective, sustainable, and high-quality solutions, home-grown facilities management innovation is proving to be a critical driver of operational efficiency and long-term success.

A report from Kaspersky indicates that artificial intelligence will become an integral part of daily life in 2025, while privacy concerns around biometric data and advanced technologies will take centre stage.