Fire Detection Devices Introduces a New Heat Detector (September 2003)

Fire Detection Devices is pleased to introduce a new heat detector to its line-up. The new white heat detector (CR 135 W) provides the same reliability, coverage, and ease of installation as the standard CR 135 detector, but comes in an attractive white casing. Click here for details.

In response to market feedback, Fire Detection Devices has revised the design of the plastic mounting ring and detector guard such that the two pieces fit snugly together with a simple twist to the right, similar in function to the final installation step for smoke detectors. Prior to this change, the two parts were assembled by a press fit that resulted in the occasional breakage of locating pins.

We are pleased to advise that our OEM customers and Distributors have readily accepted the revision. Check here to view the revised Installation Instructions.

CFAA Participates in Fire Safety Video Production

In December of 1999, the CFAA contributed $5,000.00 toward the production of a Fire Safety video tape intended to target care and treatment facilities. This was a project under taken by the office of the Ontario Fire Marshal (OFM), co-ordinated by Bruce Weaver and Bev Gilbert. RFP's were sent to three production companies, and in May a successful bidder was chosen and production began.

The project team overseeing the video production included Bruce Weaver (OFM), Ann Miller and Bev Gilbert (OFM-FMPFSC), Dave Duggan (CFAA), Tony Spiteri and Greg Byrne of CASA. The draft version was completed later in 2000 and the revision process continued until early this year.

Entitled "Every Second Counts" the 18 minute video is designed to inform, educate and prepare people who work in hospitals, nursing homes, group homes etc., on how to deal with a fire emergency. Topics covered include speed of smoke and fire spread, proper response to a variety of emergency scenarios and the importance of Fire Safety Training.

The CFAA is suggesting to their membership that they inform their care facility clients of the video, and direct them to the Fire Marshal's Office @ 416-325-3175 to order a copy.