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Episode 3 of the Burning Issues Podcast is Available Now

The final episode in our debut podcast series, Burning Issues, is available to stream now on YouTube and Spotify. In this thought-provoking conversation, Firechief® Senior Technical Consultant, Matt Humby, sits […]

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Introducing the Firechief® Academy Burning Issues Podcast

It is with great pleasure and excitement that we can finally announce that the Firechief® Academy podcast series, ‘Burning Issues’, is now available to stream and download on YouTube and […]

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The Growing Need for Responsible Vape Disposal as Students Return to Campus

As universities welcome students back after the festive break, the start of a new semester often brings a renewed focus on sustainability and safety initiatives. One of the most pressing […]

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The Firechief® Round-Up from FIREX 2024

Held at London’s ExCeL Arena, this year’s FIREX was part of a new event called Anticipate London, which brought four of the biggest professional shows together in one place, with […]

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The Importance of Education Around EV Fire Safety

In August 2024, a fully electric Tesla Semi caught fire in California. While the news may have passed us by here in the UK, given the increasing sales of electric […]

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Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Safety in the Recycling Sector

As the world increasingly shifts towards renewable energy and portable electronics, the demand for lithium-ion batteries has skyrocketed. In this article we’ll explore the risks associated with lithium-ion batteries in […]

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DIN SPEC 91489: The Pioneering Standard for Fire Protection Blankets in Electric Vehicle Fires

At Firechief® Global, we’re committed to a world where fire safety isn’t just a goal—it’s a given. As the landscape of mobility evolves with the rapid rise in popularity of […]

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Why is AVD the best fire extinguisher solution for lithium-ion battery fires?

There has been a steady rise in Lithium-ion battery fires in recent years, as the number of devices containing these kinds of batteries increases. Lithium-ion battery fires have unique characteristics […]

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Navigating the new British Standard for Home Battery Storage

As renewable energy sources become increasingly important, the safety of the battery storage systems being installed in domestic properties is paramount. The introduction of a new Publicly Available Specification (PAS), […]

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Latest Government Guidance on E-cycle and E-scooter Battery Risk for Premises

In February, the Department for Transport published new guidance relating to the e-cycle and e-scooter battery risk for premises in England, Scotland, and Wales. It contains key guidance and resources […]

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Why You Need Lithium-ion Battery Transport Measures in Haulage

A video captured by Livermore-Pleasanton Fire Department shows the lithium-ion battery transport risks with the crew fighting a ferocious blaze in a lorry unit. Transporting lithium-ion batteries is essential for […]

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42% of Adults Unaware of Lithium-ion Battery Fire Risks

The insurer, Aviva, has urged people to consider the lithium-ion battery fire risk in their homes after seeing an increase in customer claims related to them. The findings at a […]

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