Driven by design
The performance-based design of a major new car rental facility at Miami International Airport is outlined by a team from Arup
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Time and Place
Fire engineering has been at the heart of a 10-year project to convert a Victorian warehouse in Manchester into a hotel. Simon Lay explains
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CFD - convincing the regulator
Drawing on the experience of London Fire Brigade, Alan Taylor explains how regulators assess computational fluid dynamics submissions for fire engineered building designs
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Terminal services
Cabling is key to the fire safety systems at Heathrow Airport’s new Terminal 5. Mark Froggatt explains
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IFE AGM, Conference and Exhibition
A preview of the Institution of Fire Engineers AGM, Conference and Exhibition 2008, taking place in Blackpool on 2-3 July
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Flood alert
A review of the fire and rescue service response to the major flooding in England last year recommends a host of improvements – but rejects calls for a new statutory flood rescue duty. Fire Risk Management reports
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Modern moves
The continuing modernisation of the UK fire and rescue service presents a demanding leadership challenge. John Fay explains
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The latest fashion
With the Integrated Clothing Project coming of age, fire authorities in England nowhave a new range of personalprotective equipment and clothing options. Roger Startin explains
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CFOA Summer Conference preview
The major issues facing the UK fire and rescue service will be debated this month at the Chief Fire Officers’ Association (CFOA) annual general meeting and summer conference. Here is a preview of the event.
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Get connected
The Internet offers worldwide benefits to fire alarm servicing companies when it comes to the remote monitoring of systems. Mohamed Benzerari explains
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Aerosol analysis
Recent tests in France evaluated the ability of high-expansion foam to control fires involving stored aerosols. Philippe Grondeau explains
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Sound direction
Ongoing research shows that evacuation can be enhanced by the use of directional sound technology. Deborah Withington explains
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