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Safety in Engineering

4 Looked-for Tips for Fire Door Installation in a Building

Fires are inevitable in any construction. They are many floors to a residential or commercial building, and in the situation of a fire, most people in the upper section aren’t able to escape. That is why fire safety should be in the planning strategy of a building or commercial area. And fire doors are essential in this area as they can delay fire spreading for a while and protect building residents. These are an easy escape for the residents than conventional doors and protect them from smoke as well. Here are some tips for the installation of fire doors for complete safety and fire…

SICK Switches Up its Cylindrical Inductive Safety Sensor Offering

SICK has launched the SICK IME2S inductive proximity safety switch for safe and easy non-contact position and safe area monitoring to help prevent accidents and unwanted collisions in production and logistics environments up to PL d ( EN ISO 13849) safety requirements.

With SICK IME2S, SICK has redeveloped its cylindrical inductive safety sensor to deliver a compact, wear-free device that is easy to integrate into machines without the need for a separate actuator. Using the inductive sensing principle to enable non-contact detection of metal objects, the IP67-rated IME2S ensures high…

Siemens body temperature solution minimises infection risk in buildings

Siemens Smart Infrastructure announced the launch of . This solution package quickly measures the body temperature of a person seeking to access a building and enables the results to be integrated into the video and access systems of corporations. Thermal imaging cameras are used to measure, in a contactless way, the body temperature at a distance of up to two meters, ensuring the safety of monitoring staff. If the camera screening indicates an elevated body temperature, a second reading must be taken using a medical thermometer to confirm the finding.

This solution package integrates…

FOI reveals UK fire and rescue services adapting training to prepare for new safety threats

According to figures released today by power management leader Eaton, fire and rescue services ( FRS) across the UK are introducing new training in line with the changing nature of risk today. This new data was obtained through a Freedom of Information ( FoI) request, issued to 50 fire and rescue services across the UK, with 41 of them responding.

Fire and rescue services adapt to today’s risks

Over a third ( 36%) of fire and rescue services reported an increase in the number of individuals they have rescued due to fire, flooding or any other safety risk or threat from a…

IDEAL INDUSTRIES INVESTS IN A SAFER FUTURE WITH STUDENT SAFE ISOLATION KITS

Ideal Industries, the global leader in electrical accessories, tools and equipment, has launched a Student Safe Isolation Kit for trainee electricians.

The move follows a knowledge sharing programme that has seen Ideal Industries engage with further education providers to contribute training and equipment.

Brett Smyth, General Manager of Ideal Industries UK and EMEA explains: “Poor safety behaviours around isolations is a real problem in the electrical industry, with only one in five electricians carrying a safe isolation kit in their tool bag.

“We want to help address that and…

MSA Safety launches whitepaper exploring benefits of great head protection

MSA Safety, designer, manufacturer and distributor of industry-leading safety products, has published a new head protection whitepaper following an industry panel webinar, which was hosted by MSA and attended by health and safety professionals across the UK.

The webinar panel was made up of key industry figures:

- Alan Murray, CEO, BSIF

- Jim Cliff, UK Product Sales Manager ( Industrial) , MSA Safety

- Richard Cunningham, Worley

The whitepaper - Are you getting the maximum benefits out of your head protection? - reviews the vital importance of head protection for workers, and covers…

STANLEY SECURITY PARTNERS WITH GAS DETECTION COMPANY TO PROVIDE 24/7 MONITORING & EMERGENCY RESPONSE

STANLEY Security, one of the UK’s leading security providers, is pleased to announce it will be providing its round the clock safety monitoring and emergency response management services to Blackline Safety customers across the UK and Europe.

Blackline Safety is a leading supplier of wirelessly connected gas detection and lone worker monitoring products. Blackline’s technology monitors for atmospheric hazards and the wellbeing of personnel working alone, whether in populated areas, indoors within complex facilities or remotely. A key part of its service is live 24/7 monitoring and…

Ellen O’Connor named Electrical Apprentice of the Year in the South East

JTL has named Kent-based Ellen O’Connor as its Electrical Apprentice of the Year in the South East region.

Following a successful apprenticeship with Ashford Borough Council, O’Connor’s victory was announced at a celebratory event at Mu Mu Experience in Maidstone on 3 March, where she was presented with a £100 cheque and glass trophy. O’Connor, who was recognised by her training officer for her progress both academically and practically, has now been shortlisted to represent the South East against seven other regional electrical winners at JTL’s National Awards, which will take place…

SICK Launches Combined Electro-Mechanical PLe Safety Lock Solution

SICK has combined its proven MB1 mechanical safety bolt for enclosed hazard areas with its advanced TR110 non-contact safety lock to deliver a high-performance PLe ( EN ISO 13849) safety solution with maximum machine availability.

With IP67 or IP69K rating, the SICK MB1 and TR110 together deliver a robust electro-mechanical door locking and monitoring package for the highest level of personnel protection in machinery and integration into advanced, factory-wide safety systems.

Together the SICK MB1 and TR110 are easy to fit and reliable in operation, offering built-in safe release for…

Certified thermographers courses throughout the UK

Thermal imaging cameras are becoming more intelligent and intuitive, allowing professionals across many industries to use thermal in a more efficient and safe manner. However, operator skill is still required to understand the science of thermography, how to operate related equipment and the scope of the applications to accurately interpret findings.

The FLIR Infrared Training Center Category 1 course is the ideal place to start. This four-day course prepares the operator for qualification as a Category 1 certified thermographer, with a planned process of learning about the basics of…