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Monthly Magazine On Fire Safety & Electronic Security

COVER STORY

Managing Editors Shilpa Kadam Shirish Dongre

Cognitive heritage of technology excellence Mr. Sandeep Deshpande, Managing Director, Gunnebo India Pvt. Ltd.

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CEO Shekhar Dongre Editor Rajeev lyer Advisory Board (Editorial) Mr. D.C. Nath - IPS (Retd.)

Ex.President & CEO - IISSM Farooq Abdullah Managing Partner - Marvel Gloves Industries K.P. DOMINIC Vice President - Life & Safety Division, Aditya Infotech Ltd. Dr. Saifuddin Bharmal C.M.D. - Lookman Electroplast Industries Ltd. Mr. R. R. Nair Chief Executive of Safety and Health Information Bureau (SHIB) Mr. T. P. Singh Director-S&M, FLIR Systems India Pvt Limited Marketing Team : Ladoji Pendurkar, Bhavin Shah, Bharat Shah Vinod Surve, Kavita Chaudhari,

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Design & Layout Arun Shinde, Pradeep Pillalamarri, Dinesh Gawade

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68 Winco Valves : Brand recognition for quality & service

Karam : Proven Leadership in PPE industry

Mr. Hemendra Mehta, Director, Winco Valves Pvt. Ltd.

Mr. Sandeep Arora, General Manager Marketing Karam Industries

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Tyco: Passion to protect what matters most Mr. Nishith Shah Country Head India Region Tyco Fire Protection Products

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Vijay Sabre : 50 Years of technology leadership

IJS Electronics : A Vision of Innovation, Excellence & Reliability

Mr. Dharmesh Salot – Director, Vijay Sabre Safety Pvt. Ltd.

Mr. Jaspal Singh ChhabraDirector, IJS ELECTRONICS

Success Story Marvel Gloves : A true recognition for quality

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Mr. Farooq Abdullah, Managing Partner, Marvel Gloves Industries

Fire Safety Devices Pvt. Ltd.: Success through innovation

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Brijbasi Udyog : Extending the horizon

Fire Safety Devices Pvt. Ltd. Group

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M.C. Agarwal, Chairman Cum Managing Director, Brijbasi Hi-Tech Udyog Ltd.

Corporate Portfolio Prolite Autoglo The Guiding Light

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Mr. Harsha Joshi, C.E.O Prolite Autoglo Limited

KRM LOTO Lockout Tagout Guidelines & Procedures

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Technology Update

Business News Swedish Quality for the Safety of Indian Bus Pasengers and Industrial Vehicles - 4 Tri-Ed and Aditya Infotech ltd. unveil the international alliance of independent security distributors - 16 British Safety Council launches 2014 International Safety Awards to celebrate excellence in occupational safety and health - 18 HID Global joins secure identity alliance to accelerate adoption of secure government ID solutions - 34 Vari-Focal models introduced into Hikvision’s PICADIS analog camera family - 37

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SAFEX Powering Your Way To Safety Ruchit Panchmia Regional Manager, Safex Fire Services Ltd.

FIRE SAFETY IN INDIA - An overview - 102 Returning water its true glory as the best known fire fighting agent to man! - 110 Safety without tampering enticement - 112 Leveraging proven technology for mass notification - 116 India relies on VdS certificates - 119 Thermal imaging cameras prevent fires at Korean coal power plant - 125 Fire Safety Systems Defeated by Bad Practice.- 152 Providing the Eyes & Ears to Help Keep People Safe - 158

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Swedish Quality for the Safety of Indian Bus Pasengers and Industrial Vehicles

It’s the night of September 8th 2009 at the Atac bus depot Tor Pagnotta in Rome.

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he depot is enveloped in flames, with 24 gas-fuelled buses destroyed. Only five months earlier, another Atac depot had burnt down destroying 30 mini-buses. November 4th 2008, a coach carrying a group of retirees and children catches fire on the motorway near Garbsen, Germany. The fire spreads extremely quickly, killing 20 of the passengers, many of them still held in their seats by their seat belts. The 25th of December 2011, at a depot fire in Bottrop in Germany, almost 70 buses are destroyed: a value of about EUR 17 million. The list is long for bus and coach fires that have resulted in major economic losses and, in the worst cases,injuries or deaths. The list is even longer for smaller bus fires…

The general reaction to bus and coach fires tends to vary. The reason is partly dependent upon how the question is seen politically.

As an example, in Poland, three buses from different manufacturers were totally destroyed by fire within one week during the summer

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of 2009. This resulted in major political discussions, and as a result has led to the installation of fire extinguishing systems on most of the large bus companies’ vehicles: a decision which puts Poland in the lead with the struggle to prevent bus and coach fires.

Surprisingly enough, not much is heard or seen internationally

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about bus fires in the mass media.

The most obvious reason: the operators do not want to scare away the customers.

Over the years, buses and coaches have become technical marvels in terms of comfort and safety.

Likewise, fire protection has become

an area that both manufacturers and operators have started to take more seriously. The right choice of materials, fitting of seat belts, requirements for manual fire extinguishers, fire detection and installation of fully automatic firefighting systems in engine compartments are examples of some of the measures that have been applied. Account for about 85 % of the market, the seven largest European bus manufacturers, EvoBus (Mercedes-Benz/Setra), Irisbus/ Iveco, MAN Nutzfahrzeuge AG (MAN/NEOPLAN), Scania, Solaris Bus, VDL Bus & Coach and Volvo) have started fitting all their vehicles with fire detection systems in the engine compartment as of January 2011.

This simple measure insures the driver has a chance to discover the fire at an early stage, thus allowing time to stop the bus or coach and get the passengers off.

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to fight the fire using a manual fire extinguisher. (This is provided that the fire extinguisher works, and the driver is capable of using it.) First, it can be difficult just to open the engine compartment. Then, to locate the fire and extinguish it correctly in time before it spreads, without possibly injuring to the driver, is an extreme risk. For this reason, the existing fire detection system should be complemented by a firefighting system that automatically extinguishes the fire. Nothing should be left to chance when proven technical designs are available.

About Dafo On this point I will take the opportunity and present our company Dafo: In 1919 two Swedish contractors by the names Danielsson and Forsmark started a company in the Swedish capital of Stockholm. This was the start of the establishment of DaFo (Dafo) as a turnkey supplier of fire safety and rescue equipment products and services.

The most important export product for the company is the Fire Suppression system for vehicles: the Forrex system. It is named for the unique firefighting agent Forrex. Dafo develops, produces, sells, distributes and installs this special Fire Suppression system for all vehicle applications – in fact all applications where a diesel engine is involved. For example: underground mining, open cast mining, recycling,

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container handling, ships, construction machines, fork lifts, busses, diesel power generators, forestry, compressors, cranes etc.

It started in 1975 when Swedish insurance companies began to require fire protection on forest machines. At that time the insurance companies were losing a lot of money due to fires on these machines.

Not only were the machines being destroyed, but also large areas of forest were burned down. This meant a big financial loss for the owner of the machines as well as the forest owners. A solution was required. Dafo reacted and become one of the first companies in the world, to create a

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solution for protecting large vehicles and machinery. In cooperation with fire investigators, insurance companies, vehicle manufacturers and vehicle owners, Dafo developed fire protection solutions.

These solutions achieved the desired results and foresting machines, and forest, were saved.

But the development process of the system did not stop there, and by continuing to developing fire

protection solutions for vehicles, Dafo has eventually evolved into an international company.

Today Dafo employs 140 people at the head quarters in Tyresö/ Stockholm. It has partner companies around the globe including India. As authorities are beginning to realize the importance of firefighting systems, India will be an important market for Dafo in the coming years.

Things are progressing in the right direction and Dafo has received an excellent response to fire protection products in the Indian market. We are confident of success.

Exciting collaboration In India the Mumbai based company Safex will be responsible to speak for Dafos interests. Safex have facilities in 8 strategic important locations in India and 350 employees. Safex works today with a lot of different vehicle manufacturers as Ashok Leyland, Tata Motors, VE Commercial Vehicle and others. Rishit Shah, managing director says: “The world is changing all around us and so are needs of Bus industry in terms of fire fighting system. We at Safex always look ahead and understand the trends and forces that will shape the industry in the future and help people swiftly to prepare for what’s to come.

In INDIA, buses are dependent on the Basics fire fighting equipments, with DAFO as a partner we would eyeing to source the needs of OEM’s and create awareness of Dafo systems for the buses and trucks. We are looking forward to extensively market the Dafo systems as they have a huge range of detection methods, different extinguishing agents and delivery methods for Buses and Trucks. Indian Market has huge potential for the DAFO systems providing complete automated fire fighting systems solution for the Bus industry. Apart from Buses, we are always looking to promote the Dafo Products in Mining industry, as the mining segment requires the same www.ind-safety.com

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The benefits of the Dafo System: • Robust line detector – activate the system by 180 degree C – no false releases!!

• Effective extinguishing agent – efficient cooling effect, protection against reignition, film forming effect, impregnating effect, 10 year lifespan, non-toxic, noncorrosive, freeze protected, environmentally friendly, certified • Pressure-less container – reliable functionality, no loss off pressure possible, because there is no pressure, easy to maintain, easy to refill • Easy maintenance – low life cycle costs, easy maintenance, • Independent system – the functionality of the system is given without any connection to the electrical system of the vehicle • Following existing guidelines – as SBF 128 + 127, SPCR 183, etc.

• Approvals – for both the complete system and single components • Prefabricated system kits – for the serial line production at manufacturers

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for the re vehicles.”

In Europe, Dafo works with leading vehicle manufacturers including MAN, Solaris, Volvo and Scania. While the fire suppression market for buses and coaches is welldeveloped, the involvement in the truck segment is only now beginning to grow. With most of the European OEMs already having a presence in the Indian market, Dafo would be keen on continuing its association with these brands in India as well.

Therefore, Dafo will certainly look to bring the partnership with the European OEMs to the Indian market.

Besides the cooperation with European companies, the Indian manufacturers are the most important player when it comes to

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affecting the Indian market to be safety-conscience. Companies such as Ashok Leyland have detailed plans to bring the protection of vehicles with fire suppression systems to a new level. Due to the special conditions at the Indian market, Dafo/Safex needs to react and source the basic components locally to be costcompetitive.

The needs A fire-fighting system for vehicles must be robust, able to withstand vibration, be unaffected by different climates, meet EMC requirements and operate under all conditions regardless of human factor. Choosing of the right extinguishing agent and correct method of detection are of course also very important. Detection of a fire must be reliable and not operate sporadically, while at the

same time being sufficiently quick to operate in the event of a fire.

The automotive sector has extensive rules for everything to be used or installed, and the particular circumstances encountered in an engine compartment impose extreme requirements on the performance of fire-fighting systems. The extinguisher must put out the fire as quickly as possible. It must effectively cool overheated parts of the engine, prevent re-ignition, have no adverse health or environmental effects, not damage equipment in the engine compartment, and be certified.

Tests have shown that the engine cooling fan in particular affect the distribution of the extinguishing agent in the engine compartment, and thus also affecting its’ efficiency. Low-density extinguishing agents, for example, have difficulty suppressing fires close to the fan.

Although firefighting systems with such properties are used in other industrial, private or maritime applications, it does not mean that the systems are automatically suitable for installation in vehicles.

Naturally, a system must perform well in a test environment, but Dafo’s commitment does not stop there. The system will not only be installed in existing vehicles, but must also be suitable for integration in the manufacturers’ production line.

This requires extensive documentation and close cooperation with the manufacturers’ design departments.

With straight-outof- the-box products, i.e. carefully designed system modules that can easily be implemented into a mass production line, the manufacturers not only save time but also ensure the quality of the product. All systems, therefore, are installed in the same way and operate in the same manner.

The fact that a vehicle manufacturer has full understanding of what is required in order to protect their products, and thus also

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Mr. Holger Pfriem, Export Manager, Dafo Brand AB.

to protect their reputations, is clearly illustrated by BDO’s* spokesman Martin Kassler, who says, “We don’t want to have any 5€ fire alarms from a discount shop...”. This clearly shows that the German market gives greater importance to quality than to the lowest price when considering safety. Simple solutions, not having been proven effective, would very quickly destroy a manufacture’s economic value, the reputations of their trademarks or particularly the lives of the passengers.

The requirements The Dafo system is certified by TÜV, SBF, FM, Russian Law of Fire Safety no. 123F3. Dafo Forrex extinguishing fluid is certified by the MPA, the SP Environment certificate, Lloyds Register (ICAO Level B) and CCC (China). Dafo Forrex Fire Suppression System is tested for EMC, vibration and temperature according to vehicle standards.

Forrex After many years of experience with different firefighting agents, such as powder (dry chem), CO2 and

Fire is indicated by a linear heat detector wire (1) that sends a signal to the actuator (2) which punctures the propellant gas cartridge (3) and releases nitrogen to the agent container (4) that distributes the Forrex liquid to the nozzles (5) through the pipe system. At the same time the alarm system is activated, an alarm horn (6) in the bus and a light signal in the panel will warn the driver (7).

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aerosols, Dafo realize the necessity to develop a specialized agent for engine compartments. The result was the unique wet chem formula: Forrex.

Forrex is a liquid solution (wet chemical) developed by the R&D team at Dafo specifically for use in the engine compartment.

Forrex forms a film which sticks to the surface of the burning object.

It has very good cooling properties and most importantly prevents reignition, which is a very significant factor in fire suppression. The liquid is un-harmful upon contact with human skin and is completely nontoxic. It has a lifespan period of 10 years while most other liquids and agents need replacement every two to five years. Forrex is suitable for use in countries with varying climates around the world.

The technical solution Since most bus fires start in engine compartments and surrounding areas, a tested and classified vehicle fire suppression system combined with good fire detection is the best first response in case of an emergency.

The flexible, fully automatic Dafo system detects and extinguishes fire in less than a second. It’s totally independent of orientation while maintaining a 100% discharge of the agent. Emptying time is approx. 20 sec. Actuation is achieved through a linear heat detector wire which detects the fire at a very early stage.

The means to manually release the system can be provided upon request.

The agent is released through a pipe system with specially designed nozzles that effectively douse the protected areas and easily adjusts the amount of extinguishing fluid.

Safex Fire Services Ltd. is the Exclusive Distributor for India.

For mor informaion, Safex Fire Services Ltd. Tel.: +91 22 2493 8108 / 129 E-mail: rishit@safexfire.com Web : www.safexfire.com

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Tri-Ed and Aditya Infotech ltd. unveil the international alliance of independent security distributors

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ri-Ed, North America’s largest independent security distributor, and Aditya Infotech Ltd. (AIL), India’s No.1 Security & Safety Products Distribution house and a leading global player in Video Surveillance & safety products and solutions, are pleased to announce their formation of The International Alliance of Independent Security Distributors.

New Delhi, India, based ADITYA Infotech Ltd. with its channel partners in India (& SAARC Countries), Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal & ASEAN countries offers products and services that are similar to those Tri-Ed in the U.S. and Canada.

This collaboration will allow Tri-Ed and AIL to share information on new trends and market insights within their areas of operation, resulting in a sharing of knowledge that will help all members increase their market share through Best practices. Tri-Ed and Aditya Infotech Ltd. will be inviting other

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key distributors from other parts of the world to join The International Alliance of Independent Security Distributors.

“The Alliance will serve as a high-level focus group, and be very beneficial to both our vendors and our customers,” explains Pat Comunale, President and CEO of Tri-Ed Distribution. “It will be of great value to our vendors in their R&D efforts, allowing them to tailor their products and technologies to current market conditions. Just as importantly, our customers will benefit by our increased ability to deliver the products they need at the prices they expect.”

Like Tri-Ed, Aditya Infotech Ltd. has built enduring relationships with its customers, channel partners, vendors, business partners, and associates. Each company shares a strong commitment to meeting their customers’ needs and delivering the highest level of safety and security solutions; so everyone can continue to grow, prosper & improve their market share in the respective territories.

“We understand that the security needs of every single business vertical are different, with challenges that are unique to the particular business unit or region,” says Aditya Khemka, CEO & Director of the Aditya Group. “These challenges need to be met with solutions that have been tailored to suit specific needs and regions. Our collaboration with Tri-Ed Distribution, and our formation of the International

Alliance of Independent Security Distributors, reflects each of our company’s unwavering commitment to delivering the very best in security distribution products and services.” Both organizations will be sharing the best trade practices & systems to value add their channel & employees; thereby setting new quality benchmarks in the industry, in respective domain.

About Tri-Ed Distribution: As North America’s largest independent security distributor, Tri-Ed provides state-of-the-art solutions from the industry’s leading manufacturers of CCTV, IP Video, access control, fire, intrusion, sound, communications, structured cabling, and home automation products. With more than 60 locations across the U.S. and Canada, Tri-Ed offers personal customer service, technical systems support, flexible credit terms, next day shipping, ongoing training programs and the industry’s richest rewards program. For more information, please visit www.tri-ed.com.

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British Safety Council launches 2014 International Safety Awards to celebrate excellence in occupational safety and health The British Safety Council has formally launched its 2014 International Safety Awards, which are designed to recognise an organisation’s commitment to good health & safety management during the 2013 calendar year.

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014 will mark the 56th year of the International Safety Awards, which have made a significant contribution over that time to promoting and celebrating the benefits that well-managed and proportionate workplace health and safety bring.

The awards are open to organisations of all sizes and sectors, both members of the British Safety Council and non-members in the UK and overseas. Applications are welcome both from past winners and first time entrants; there is nothing to stop a first time entrant being successful if they can demonstrate clearly their commitment to good health and safety management in the application process.

Last year, 470 organisations from a wide range of industry sectors and countries won an International

Safety Award, including Aston Martin Lagonda, Barclays, Bolton Wanderers Football Club, Delhi International Airport, Kier Construction, Kuwait Oil Company, Notting Hill Housing Group, United Biscuits and the University of Edinburgh – to name but a few.

Launching the awards, Alex Botha, British Safety Council chief executive, said: “Excellent health and safety management is good for people and good for business; it makes workplaces safer and healthier. Good health and safety is good business.

“The International Safety Awards recognise those organisations from around the globe that have shown a real commitment and dedication to keeping their workplaces and workers healthy and safe.

“By winning an International Safety Award, an organisation can enhance its reputation among employees, customers and shareholders, publicise its achievements in managing health and safety, and encourage other businesses around the world to strive to ensure that no one is injured or made ill at work.”

The application process Applications are completed online, and applicants answer a series of questions about their organisation’s approach to health and safety. The online system is easy to use, and

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Once submitted the applications are assessed by a team of independent chartered health and safety professionals who decide whether the application meets the required standard and whether it warrants a pass, merit or - for really exceptional submissions - a distinction.

Applicants that pay for their application before 30 November 2013 will be entered into a prize draw to win a pair of tickets to attend the International Safety Awards Gala Dinner on Friday 25 April 2014 at London’s Grosvenor House Hotel. Please see the website for terms and conditions at http://www.britsafe.org/ awards/international-safetyawards-2014 The closing date for submission of applications is 21 February 2014 and the results will be announced on 13 March 2014.

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Celebrating success at the Gala Dinner The International Safety Awards

Gala Dinner, held at the famous Grosvenor House Hotel in London on 25 April 2014, will celebrate the success of the winners and can be attended by anyone in the health and safety sector. Attendees will enjoy a spectacular evening that includes awards presentations, a superb dinner, fabulous entertainment and dancing.

The event is a great opportunity for winners and others to reward their staff for making their workplaces safer and healthier and to network with hundreds of other like-minded people and organisations from around the world.

Recognising individuals Once again this year, within the International Safety Award scheme, the British Safety Council is running two awards which recognise exceptional individual performance: the Health and Safety Champion of the Year Award, for non-health and safety personnel over the age of 21, and the Young Health and Safety Champion of the Year Award, for non-health and safety personnel aged 16-21.

These are optional and free to enter for all International Safety Award entrants, and provide applying organisations with the opportunity to nominate particular employees who have gone the extra mile to help ensure the health, safety and welfare of colleagues and others. The winners of both awards will receive two tickets to the International Safety Awards Gala Dinner, including all travel and overnight accommodation costs.

For more information, British Safety Council Web: www.britsafe.org/isa customer.service@britsafe.org

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Your optimum Safety: Rely on German top engineering

A bewildering variety of complex technologies protecting us from fire is available on the market. VdS approval guarantees the most important factor: Certified reliability.

The most extensive European sector survey (WIK Enquête) has shown for many years in row: Prime buying factor for professionals is the VdS certification mark.

You will also save time-to-market and costs with our EFSG service: One test − Europe-wide certification by the most renowned institutes on the continent.

Profiting from more than 100 years of experience, VdS is Europe´s No 1 Institute for Fire Protection and Security.

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The revised Fireray 5000

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fter a period in use, the linear smoke detector Fireray 5000 was revised technically, meeting the requirements of the market.

New • Separate alarm relay/ differential relay per detector • Event Log of last 50 results • Error Code Key Advantages: • Individiual status analysis of detector unit • Enhanced fault analysis • Simple analysis of time, period and signal strength

New features offer an extended system controler with 2 detector units only, instead of the previous 4 units.

Although the LEDs have been reduced from 5 to 3, the allocation of alarm / fault will be carried out from system controler and/or detector unit.

The system is fully compatible. Additional detector units can be connected to the previous system controller.

There is no change in article number (32476), approval nor device number of the Fireray 5000.

The latest Fireray 5000 – available now! To order, please contact your corresponding Sales Representative or send your order to zkm.sales@detectomat.com and contact our order processing for any further information.

In case of exchange or any RMA, please let us know if the correspondig version is assembled with 2 or 4 detector units or if a number of 4 transmitter is installed.

Infrared beam detector Type: FR 5000, Art.-Nr. 32476 Infrared beam detector EN 54-12 standard with automatic adjustment by an infrared sender and receiver unit including a reflection prism. The Fireray 5000 requires 1 prism for the range of 8-50 m and 4 prism for the range of 50 - 100 m.

Properties • Modular design

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• Adjustment of the system to the local conditions • Automatic adjustment of the beam detector can be activated or deactivated • LCD display with optical menue navigation in the display for an easy operation • 2m wire interface between smoke detector and system controller • Adjustment of the sensitivity with threshold values in the range of 10% to 50% • Connection to the loop 3000 via IOM 3311 • Event logger in system controller to log the most recent 50 events • Adjustment of the delay times individually for fire and fault from 2 to 30 seconds • Separate pair of fire and fault/trouble relays can identify which detector head is in fire or fault • Automatic compensation for moving buildings • 2 detector heads can be connected with the new systemcontroller • For the distance range of 100m three additional prism (article 32471) are required in addition to the basic package.

Technical Data

Operating voltage range

14 to 36 V DC

Alarm / Operating current

36 mA

Operating normal current Operating temperature Humidity

Protection class Colour housing

Dimensions (H x W x D) Weight

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VdS Approval

System Approval

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5,5 to 8 mA

-10°C to 55°C

rel. 93% (non condensating) IP 54

Grey / black

135mm x 135 mm x 135mm 1,6 kg

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DIGISOL launches CCTV solutions Introduces a comprehensive range of CCTV products for Indian Market

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strategy, this product range will be made available with the help of our existing network of distributors and channel partners across the country”.

DIGISOL will be targeting segments such as Homes, Residential complexes, Retail Outlets, Restaurants and this product range is ideally suited for catering to all next generation surveillance needs coming up in the country.

DIGISOL DG-CC4600P, DGCC5600P, DG-CC5620P and DGCC5620V are Dome Cameras with compact design. They have 1/3” Color CMOS Sensor and resolution support of 600TVL. The IR Cut Filter blocks the IR light in Day light and presents true colors of the images being captured. The 3.6mm fixed lens gives a wide angle view of the area under surveillance. The DIGISOL DG-CC5620V is a Vandal Proof Dome Camera and has array of IR LED which can cover a range of about 20m for viewing camera in night.

DIGISOL DG-CC3620 and DGCC3641 are Bullet Cameras. Both the Cameras comply with IP66 standard and are ideal solution for outdoor application and have 1/3”

eeping in mind the growing need for better quality security and surveillance products in the country, DIGISOL the networking brand of Smartlink Network Systems Ltd. has announced its new range of CCTV products with include a series of Dome cameras, Bullet cameras and DVR’s smart features and Smartphone integration for live viewing over the internet.

Mr. Bimal Raj, CEO, Smartlink Network Systems Ltd. said, “Today, Security of people and assets in the society is high on agenda for companies, builders of residential and commercial complexes, and other industries in the country.

To meet this high level of security demands coming from all across, we have launched our next generation of CCTV products”.

He further said “The value addition which we are putting on table is that these CCTV products will be supported by strong nationwide service support network of DIGICARE and as part of the company’s DG-CC3620 existing channel

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Winning the International Safety Award has impacted positively on the image of our company and on the morale of our hard working employees.

Adeshina Nurudeen Head Of HSE Department Marbu Contracting Company

An invaluable international safety award for your organisation Showcase your organisation’s commitment to good health and safety management. Our renowned International Safety Awards are in their 56th year.

They provide the perfect opportunity for you and your organisation to receive international recognition of your health and safety performance.

Why apply?

• Easy to apply for with 12 questions to complete • Independently marked by experienced health and safety practitioners • Benchmarks your health and safety performance • Demonstrates your commitment to high standards • Press coverage for your organisation • The winners' gala dinner • Winners' logo, certificate.

How to apply: • Simply visit our website www.britsafe.org/isr view the questions and purchase an application form.

Scan with your smart phone for more information:

New for 2014

Best in Sector This year we will be awarding outstanding sites and business units with the ‘Best in Sector’ accolade as judged by our independent adjudicators.

Simply include your sector when submitting your application to be included in the selection process.

Prize draw

Apply now and win!

Purchase your application form before 30 November 2013 and be entered into a prize draw to win a pair of tickets to attend the International Safety Awards Gala Dinner on Friday 25 April 2014 at London’s Grosvenor House Hotel. Terms and conditions apply. View our website for further details and a list of previous winners.

Contact us: T +44(0) 20 8741 1231 E ask@britsafe.org www.britsafe.org/isr /britishsafetycouncil @britsafe /company/british-safety-council British Safety Council (Company Limited by Guarantee).

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Color CMOS Sensor and resolution support of 600TVL. The IR Cut Filter blocks the IR light in Day light and presents true colors of the images being captured. The DG-CC3620 has an array of 24 IR LED which can cover a range of about 20m. The 3.6mm fixed lens gives a wide angle view of the area under surveillance.

The DG-CC3641 has an array of 36 IR LED which can cover a range of about 40m and have 6mm fixed lens gives a wide angle view of the area under surveillance.

DIGISOL DG-CD1020HC, DGCD1030HC and DG-CD1040HC are 4 channel, 8 channel and 16 Channel DVR. All three DVR have one SATA port to connect HDD of capacity up to 4TB. They supports H.264 video codec which is the most efficient video compression method. These DVR supports 4 channel, 8 channel, and 16 channel synchronous playback respectively.

There are two USB port for connecting USB mouse and upgrading image/backup.

The DVR’s supports HDMI, VGA and BNC Video output with a Max. resolution of up to 1920 * 1080. These DVR’s can generate and alert depending on Motion Detection, Video Blind and Video Loss.

About Smartlink Network Systems Ltd. (SNSL): Smartlink Network Systems Ltd. was established in the year 1993 to prop the Indian market in the field of Networking Infrastructure.

Known for its honesty, ethics and integrity, today Smartlink is one of the most experienced and respected IT company in India. Smartlink is a pioneer in bringing IT Networking Products and Technology to India and has the distinction of being one of the first company to start

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manufacturing of IT Networking Products in India. Smartlink has over two decades of experience in Product Design, Development, Manufacturing, Marketing, Sales & Service with its own brand and brand building in the IT Industry and has a strong Pan-India Network of channel partners.

The company addresses the needs of customers ranging from Enterprise to SME/SMB and SOHO to home users and from across the verticals i.e. Government, BFSI, Education, Manufacturing, Hospitality, Healthcare, Retail, to name a few. Smartlink brand portfolio includes DIGILITE, DIGISOL & DIGICARE.

About DIGISOL The DIGISOL range of active networking products offers end to end solutions with a comprehensive product portfolio spanning Ethernet switches, wireless and broadband networking, VoIP and surveillance, etc. Though most of the products were introduced under new brand DIGISOL in the last quarter of the last financial year, in a short period of time, the brand has gained immense popularity and is recognized as one of the fastest growing IT brand in India.

For more information, DIGISOL www.smartlink.co.in

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Latest developments in wide area smoke detection at FIRE INDIA 2013

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ire Fighting Enterprises, manufacturers of the industryleading Fireray brand of infrared beam smoke detectors, will be exhibiting the latest developments in their wide-area fire protection products on stand B17 during Fire India at the Bombay Exhibition Centre from 24th to 26th October 2013.

Visitors to the show will get to see the newly-redesigned Fireray 5000 optical beam smoke detector with separate fire and fault relays for two detector heads attached to a single controller unit. This means that one ground-level unit can control two detector heads but any alarm or fault signal will be located to each specific head. An event device history log has also been added, and power consumption has been reduced to just 8mA for two detectors.

The recently-launched Fireray 3000 will also be on display,

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representing the most advanced endto-end infrared beam smoke detector available on the market. With its modern aesthetic appearance it makes it the architect’s choice for both modern as well as heritage applications.

Fire Fighting Enterprises is the market leader in infrared beam smoke detection, with years of experience, a track record of innovation and a close relationship with customers and installers to make sure that its products offer exactly what’s needed to those who specify and use them. Beam detectors have well-proven benefits when protecting large indoor spaces from fire risks, and the company’s technological advancements in recent years have been focused on making them easier to commission and much more resistant to faulting or false alarm hazards.

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HID Global joins secure identity alliance to accelerate adoption of secure government ID solutions News Highlights: • HID Global helps establish alliance as the foremost advisor on the security and adoption of global e-government services around the world.

• The Secure Identity Alliance was created to promote the usage of government-issued e-documents for increased security, deployment of secure online services and strengthening privacy.

• HID Global looks play an instrumental role in assisting governments worldwide streamline the integration and interoperability of new systems and processes.

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ID Global, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, announced it has joined the Secure Identity Alliance, the industry’s reference body for secure documents and eServices. HID Global brings expertise to the secure governmentto-citizen ID market worldwide with solutions that provide advantages over traditional paper-based documents, such as more costeffective administration, faster and easier verification, greater durability, increased data privacy and greater protection against counterfeiting.

The Alliance was created in May 2013 to promote the usage of government-issued e-documents, such as national identity, health cards, driving licenses and e-passports, for increased security and to encourage deployment of secure, convenient online services to strengthen enduser privacy. Since its launch, the Alliance has created two working groups for “Secure Documents” and “Digital Identity” to tackle the ongoing security, identity and privacy challenges faced by governments.

“HID Global is honored to be a part of an organization that shares our vision of enabling governments around the world to successfully design and implement secure electronic identity solutions that benefit both national and crossborder security and enhance citizen engagement,” said Rob Haslam, vice president of government ID solutions with HID Global.

“Through the Alliance, we hope to play an instrumental role in helping governments streamline the integration and interoperability of new systems and processes – ultimately making government-tocitizen ID programs more secure and effective.”

HID Global provides governments worldwide with highly customizable identity solutions for citizen ID programs. The company participates in more than 36 epassport and 49 national e-ID programs and has delivered more than 150 million eIDs in over 50 countries including national/permanent resident IDs, driver licenses, e-passports, healthcare and vehicle registration. HID Global offers one of the industry’s broadest portfolios of interoperable eID products and solutions, including professional consulting services, data capture, card management/issuance solutions, world-leading credentials and e-documents, readers, inlays, prelaminates, LaserCard® optical security media and FARGO® ID card printers/encoders.

The Alliance has also announced the addition of American Banknote Corporation (ABnote) and Trueb AG as new members of the Alliance. These new members join Secure Identity Alliance founding members Gemalto, Morpho (Safran), Oberthur Technologies and 3M. “I am delighted to welcome HID Global, ABnote and Trueb AG to the Secure Identity Alliance,” said Frederic Trojani, Chairman of the Board of the Secure Identity Alliance.

“With eGovernment initiatives on the rise, electronic identification has become a real catalyst for the rapid adoption of online services.

Convenience, privacy protection and security are the three pillars of trust in modern, efficient electronic government services. The need for an independent forum able to address common areas of interest for all public and private stake holders is clear to build today’s generation of online services.” www.ind-safety.com

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Hikvision strengthens partnership with Milestone Systems

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he partnership between Hikvision and Milestone has recently been strengthened via the complete integration of Hikvision IP video devices and Milestone XProtect video management software. As a result, Hikvision’s full range of network cameras, network speed domes, and video encoders now support Milestone’s full range of XProtect VMS (including XProtect Corporate, XProtect Expert, and XProtect Enterprise, among others).

“With this integration, we now support the majority of Hikvision’s extensive product portfolio which are requested from customers globally. The real focus has been to support the advanced feature set on the Hikvision cameras and encoders like Edge Storage, which will allow these customers to implement advanced, scalable and yet cost-effective solutions,” commented Henrik Hansen, Head of the Manufacturer Alliance Program (MAP) at Milestone Systems.

Edge Recording Now Available Milestone XProtect VMS now supports the on-board storage capabilities of Hikvision’s IP cameras. This feature ensures

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uninterrupted video recording in the event of a network disconnection or server failure, and provides additional protection of video data. Furthermore, it offers users the ability to access the entire video stream - even in the event of a network outage. Besides, these mutual customers of Hikvision / Milestone will also benefit from other advanced features of Hikvision IP video products ( network configuration, multi-streaming, alarm and motion detection, etc.).

Richer Vertical Opportunities This partnership brings our customers richer offerings of versatile IP solutions, ranging from the entry-level to the high-end application sectors. For example, the newly added Hikvision 2-line HD network camera series – a product specially designed for SME sectors.

When paired with Milestone’s comprehensive VMS, now owners will benefit greatly with both high definition and easy-use IP surveillance.

“With Milestone’s powerful, reliable and highly scalable video management software, Hikvision is able to offer our customers more enhanced, and value-added, IP video surveillance solutions to help grow their businesses. And Hikvision will continue to work closely with Milestone to develop further integration opportunities in the future,” said Keen Yao, International Marketing Director at Hikvision.

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Vari-Focal models introduced into Hikvision’s PICADIS analog camera family

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hile security camera manufacturers continue to seek simple technical functions to meet customers’ needs, the user flexibility for their own cameras offers a larger jump into higher product value. Hikvision recently introduced two vari-focal models into its PICADIS analog camera family -- the DS-2CE15C2P(N)VFIR3 720TVL IR Bullet camera and DS-2CE55C2P(N)-VFIR3 720TVL IR Dome camera, which are equipped with a 2.8mm~12mm adjustable lens allowing these models to operate at given focal distances to best suit a particular field of view.

New look for Vari-Focal Of particular note is the DS2CE15C2P(N)-VFIR3 IR bullet camera’s incorporation of unique product design for focusing and zooming. Compared to traditional vari-focal models (which require

users to use a screwdriver for focus and zoom adjustment), the DS2CE15C2P(N)-VFIR3 is equipped with a detachable “Focus & Zoom Tool” to simplify these cumbersome steps. Users need only remove the cover from the camera and simply plug one end in until the desired zoom and clarity is achieved. It’s this easy! Moreover, the compact size and inconspicuous appearance of the “Focus & Zoom Tool” provides an additional discreet surveillance.

Excellent Image Delivery The most noteworthy feature of Hikvision 720TVL cameras series is the 1.3MP (1280x960) image sensor incorporated into the cameras.

This offers a detailed image quality of real 720TVL resolution. Both the DS-2CE15C2P(N)-VFIR3 and DS-2CE55C2P(N)-VFIR3 camera models also share the majority of features with Hikvision’s previously

released 720TVL PICADIS models.

These features, such as ultra high resolution, High Dynamic Range, Adaptive Local Tone Mapping, and excellent low-light performance, are optimized for imaging performance in varying lighting conditions.

Additionally, these two models are available in both color and true day/night variants. Equipped with enhanced IR LEDs, the two cameras allow up-to 40m of vantage in complete darkness. Smart IR is supported to further address overexposure issues when the object draws closer to the camera.

960H Solution While Hikvision’s 720TVL PICADIS cameras provide a clearer video option, the benefits of 960H technology is most fully realized in conjunction with Hikvision’s excellent line of DVR products.

Pairing Hikvision’s WD1 embedded DVRs with the 720TVL analog camera series creates a truly vivid 960H world!

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InfoComm India 2013 - Delta showcased its Next-gen Display Solutions

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elta Display Division, a part of the $ 7.1 Billion Delta Group presented its premium range of display solutions at InfoComm India 2013 held from 16th -18th September in Mumbai. Delta was the Platinum Sponsor of this prestigious event which is considered as the best in the AV Industry.

The various display solutions showcased by Delta at the event were Wide UXGA DLP® Video Walls (Ultra Slim DLP cube) powered with Latest Generation LED Illumination, Distributed Vision Control System - A Next-gen Display Wall Control System, MiNiCON- Embedded Vision Control System, SNB LCD Videowall, WX series, Display system solutions and Vivitek brand projectors. All the DLP and LCD video walls were powered by the DVCS, ICON Pro and MiNiCON (Embedded Vision Control System) control systems.

A large number of AV system integrators, end-users and visitors from government and private sectors visited Delta stall and enquired about Delta’s latest range display

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solutions and their technical aspects.

Commenting on Delta’s premium range of display solutions, Mr. Hemant Agarwal (Sr. DirectorDisplay Solution Business Unit, Delta India) said. “Delta has attained considerable expertise in providing total solutions for our customers’ visual display needs. We deliver innovative, high-performance and high quality display solutions for a variety of applications and industries.”

Delta’s control room display solutions with DLP Technology are installed in some of the most critical installations across the globe. These include command and control centers which range from display solutions for utilities, NOC’s, defense, police and paramilitary, security, surveillance, collaborative rooms and a host of other areas where these may find use. The Delta video walls deliver the highest image quality, high operational reliability, flexibility, serviceability and lowest cost of ownership.

Delta Display Delta Displays a division of the USD 7.1 billion Delta Group, is a pioneer in developing professional display for control room solutions for surveillance, security, traffic, command & control, utilities, process control, telecom and broadcast applications. Delta offers a wide array of display technologies including: rear projection DLP video

walls with Gen2013 LED technology, super thin-bezel LCD video walls, and high-resolution indoor/outdoor LED displays with a powerful & highly flexible Wall management Software suite.

More information about Delta Displays can be found at www. deltadisplays.com

Delta Group Delta Group, founded in 1971, is the global leader in power and thermal management solutions. Our mission statement, “To provide innovative, clean and energy-efficient solutions for a better tomorrow,” focuses our role in addressing key environmental issues such as global climate change.

As an energy-saving solutions provider, Delta`s businesses encompass power electronics, energy management, and smart green life. Delta has sales offices worldwide and manufacturing facilities in Taiwan, China, USA, Europe, Thailand, Japan, India, Mexico and Brazil.

Throughout Delta Group`s history we have received many global awards and recognition for our business, technology, and corporate social responsibility. In 2012 Delta was selected for two of the prestigious Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes — the DJSI World Index and the DJSI Asia/ Pacific Index—for the 2nd consecutive year. Delta was also ranked first among the 29 leading companies in the Electronic Equipment sector and named as “Sector Leader” for the first time.

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NTPC’s SACS Center runs on Delta’s Video wall

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elta Displays, a leader in providing visual solutions, successfully commissioned its stateof-the-art Video wall solutions at the SACS (Special Analytics and Computational Services) Center of India’s largest power company, NTPC Ltd. Fleet Wide Management is an initiative of NTPC for continually monitoring the reliability and performance characteristics of its key assets. This enables factors effecting reduction in production to be easily identified. Early warning of issues triggers timely and effective action, preventing huge losses.

SACS (Special Analytics and Computational Services) Center has been established at NTPC’s Noida office to provide an early warning of incipient equipment problems akin to M&D Centers as prevalent elsewhere.

The aim of this center is to improve system wide reliability, decrease maintenance costs and reduce outages. Delta’s Video wall solution helped NTPC achieve its visualization demands by creating a central environment to ensure all their operations progress effectively and effortlessly. With the help of Delta’s

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Video walls, applications for equipment condition monitoring, systems performance and benchmarking forming the first shield of analysis can be done. This allows quick focus on the desired process. Multiple Fish bone diagrams and Fault tree visualization on Delta’s Video walls quickly narrows the issue for in-depth analysis.

Once alerted, the issue is quickly diagnosed and information is sent to the concerned process owners. Feedback and action taken is inherent to the system and ensures complete closure of the issue.

Knowledge base is updated and it is ensured that similar issues do not recur by employing a strict PI based monitoring system. Additionally, every unit startup and shutdown is monitored against design parameters and benchmarks, the process being logged for deviations adding to the knowledge base. Delta’s Video wall controllers & wall management software help in parallel monitoring of all such activities.

To ensure all these activities to progress effortlessly, fleet-wide optimization integration was imperative. Delta provided a complete solution for NTPC’s initiative. This solution ensures real time specialist assistance in diagnosing, analyzing and resolution of the issues. Realtime planning, collaboration and resource pooling especially in critical issues and startups has made the SACS center invaluable.

With a limited budget and so many activities to be acted upon in real-time, NTPC invested in Delta’s

LED based video wall. The 50” diagonal rear projection LED based video wall was the perfect solution offering crystal clear images. With a controller capable of handling multiple inputs and using Delta’s wall management software, layout management was a breeze. An additional Matrix Switcher allowed connections from other inputs like cameras and video conferencing equipment.

This ensured sharing of information and seamless communication between different focus areas simultaneously.

Delta’s Icon Pro and Cube control software provides precise information on the internal workings of the video wall. Independent alerts and warnings can be set for each cube for detailed monitoring and audit. The software also has capabilities to email the alert to concerned engineer.

About NTPC With an installed capacity of over 41,000 MW, NTPC is the largest power generating major in the country.

It has diversified into hydro power, coal mining, power equipment manufacturing, oil & gas exploration, power trading & distribution.

With an increasing presence in the power value chain, NTPC is well on its way to becoming an “Integrated Power Major.” NTPC operates a fleet comprising of 23 NTPC Stations (16 Coal based stations, 7 combined cycle gas/liquid fuel based stations), 7 Joint Venture stations (6 coal based and one gas based) and 2 renewable energy projects.

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Mini Mobile Light Tower Power to Rescue

Rapid Deploying Emergency Remote Area Light Product Features: All components fold into the watertight case for storage Self-contained can be easily moved around.

The pole extends to a Min. Height of 2 meters.

Built-in-charger Light Source: High Power LED Batteries:1 Sealed Lead Acid Unit is fully deployed under 30 seconds In-built Support Legs deployed within seconds (optional) Stainless Steel Support Legs All items are in built in side the case with wheels and extending handle-which makes it easy to transport Rapid deployment, self contained inside water tight protector case.

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48 Watt, 2880 Lumens, Multi-positional Led 'T' Bar, Anodized Aluminum Housing With Poly-carbonate Lens, Waterproof, Operating Temperature – 40oc To 120oc, Approximate Run Time With Full Charge On The Internal Battery Pack 5+hours.

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Matrix to showcase office-in-a-box solution at GITEX 2013 in-turn helps service providers to reduce operational costs, increase ARPU and leverage communication infrastructure and services.

Middle East & Africa is the fastest growing telecommunication and IT market place. We are looking forward to meeting key service providers and business professionals to explain our business solution.

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atrix Comsec will showcase its Office-in-a-Box solution NAVAN CNX200 at GITEX Technology Week 2013, Dubai. Matrix is a leading manufacturer of IP based business phone systems and VoIP-GSM Gateways.

“GITEX is a major technology event in MEASA region, bringing ICT professionals under common platform. Matrix is participating in GITEX this year to showcase its latest telecom solution such as IP based business phone systems, converged voice & data solutions, Android/iOS mobile softphone and GSM-VoIP gateways.” said Dipesh Patel, Business Manager, Middle East & Africa.

Matrix will unveil its NAVAN CNX200 – all-in-one office solution for all voice, data, internet, wireless, mobility and messaging needs of small businesses and branch offices with up to 24 users. NAVAN CNX200 delivers advance IP-PBX functionality, secure internet, wireless access, data networking and virtual private networking from a compact and converged platform.

Optimized for service provider business, NAVAN CNX200 offers bundling of managed communication services and high-speed internet over 3G/HSPA and leased lines. This

ABOUT MATRIX COMSEC Established in 1991, Matrix is a leader in Telecom and Security solutions for modern businesses and enterprises. An innovative, technology driven and customer focused organization; the company is committed to keep pace with the revolutions in the telecom and security industries. With around 30% of its human resources dedicated to the development of new products, Matrix has launched cutting-edge products like IP-PBX, Universal Gateways, VoIP Gateways and Terminals, GSM Gateways, Access Control and Time-Attendance Systems, Video Surveillance System and Fire Alarm Systems.

These solutions are featurerich, reliable and conform to the international standards. Having global foot-prints in Asia, Europe, North America, South America and Africa through an extensive network of more than 500 channel partners, Matrix ensures that the products serve the needs of its customers faster and longer. Matrix has gained trust and admiration of customers representing the entire spectrum of industries. Matrix has won many international awards for its innovative products. To find out more about Matrix’s products and to learn more about the various solutions offered

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Traverse City Schools ensure student & staff safety: Protection of buildings and supplies Milestone IP video surveillance integration monitors district-wide

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ilestone XProtect® open platform video management software (VMS) is the basis for an integrated security system in the Traverse City Area Public Schools (TCAPS). Since each school previously had a standalone system, the security was upgraded to connect all 26 buildings in the district on one IP network.

Paul Mahon, Director of Construction and Maintenance for TCAPS, partnered with COMMTECH Design for the integrated solution that has Milestone video surveillance technology as the central core. “Since the Milestone XProtect integration into our school district, we’ve had instances on campus where having a reliable security system has easily reinforced our decision to upgrade,” confirms Mahon.

The Traverse City Area Public School District (TCAPS) covers 300 square miles over three counties in Central Michigan, with thousands of students, teachers and staff. The increased need to protect them and

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the valuable public property of its 26 buildings prompted a custom security system to enable monitoring all school activity from a central hub that integrates all security systems in the district into one easy-to-use yet effective platform. Milestone XProtect® Corporate software allows authorized staff to monitor for safety, security and disciplinary actions at any time.

Flexible, Federated Solution for Entire District “We’ve worked with multiple solutions over the years, each deploying its own stand-alone presence, with pros and cons,” stated Mahon. “Installing a districtwide solution that’s easy to use, scalable and supports our multiple levels of security ensures the safety of our students and staff, which was the number one priority for this project.”

It is a full-scale, federated security solution that includes video streaming, alarm management, access control via card access systems, emergency panic lockdown abilities, video synchronization for all the above, and the ability to control each system centrally from one main control unit.

“TCAPS was quite a large-scale design: we had to understand the intricacies of 26 structures that were all unique in their own needs. A vast amount of engineering had to be examined, dealing with the different wiring, ceiling setups and potential monitoring station locations,” says COMMTECH consultant Bret Emerson. “We wanted a www.ind-safety.com

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comprehensive solution that allows video surveillance to be integrated seamlessly into all aspects of the district.”

After Emerson’s report on the system’s architecture and design, TCAPS contracted with Windemuller Electric to provide the customized solution, including access control, lockdown and alarm systems. NETech, subcontracted through Windemuller, installed the Milestone solution, ensuring the VMS core of the implementation was perfectly tuned for the district. The XProtect software was implemented quickly and efficiently in the school settings, minimizing interruption or confusion with the administrators who monitor the hundreds of cameras.

A total of 685 cameras were set up in TCAPS, 397 in Phase II by NETech. Panasonic’s IP WV-Sw355, WV-SW395 and WV-SF366 cameras were installed throughout the entire district, in addition to two Arecont AV8185 IP cameras. XProtect’s open platform abilities allow end users to have a freedom of choice in hardware devices. More than 1,500 models of network cameras and encoders from over 100 different manufacturers are supported by Milestone.

Throughout the school district, 19 monitoring stations were established, each with an HP video

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TCAPS-overview workstation synchronized with Milestone XProtect Corporate. Four HP ProLiant video servers and an HP StorageWorks MDS600 with 70TB of space round off the system’s storage capabilities. This powerful capacity is important for so much video data: Milestone XProtect Corporate supports an unlimited number of cameras, users and sites, making it the perfect match for TCAPS, who have plans for additional cameras.

Future-proof Upgrades and Expandability “Keeping in mind our plans to expand the system, the server and software are a very important aspect. As of now, our server has the capacity to tack on additional cameras. Using XProtect helps us maintain the work and educational environment when we decide to upgrade. It’s simple, fast and effective,” states Mahon.

“I’ve been working with Milestone and its software solutions for five years,” stated Emerson. “We came into this knowing the system would eventually be expanded, and XProtect Corporate will completely support this. We can rest assured the growing security plan will be easily achievable, adding any camera seamlessly that fits the budgetary or physical needs of TCAPS.” Milestone solutions are futureproof, with a licensing model that offers upgrades with the freedom to add or integrate new technologies

as they are developed. Select administration and staff, known as Champions around the school district, are being trained in waves

by Luke LeaTrea of NETech to operate the security system.

“The software is amazing,” states LeaTrea. “The administrators in the technical champion sessions quickly learn and understand the Milestone software. There are rarely any post-training questions. It is by far one of the most user-friendly interfaces available.”

Since the security upgrade, there have been instances where school property was reported missing, and those trained to use the system monitored, reviewed and recorded the event. The digital evidence was quickly and easily exported from the Milestone system and provided to the local police department with a built-in viewer.

“At times, we have dealt with vandalism, instances of theft or other security issues regarding publicly owned property outside the school environment. We can easily show the footage to the accused and police to quickly turn around the situation.

We are extremely confident in our system and trust that we are keeping the school and all of those in attendance safe. XProtect is really well put together, powerful software.

It meets our complicated needs and we have been very happy with the outcome.” concludes Mahon. www.ind-safety.com

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Milestone appoints VP human resources & Director of Sales for Northwest Europe Growth continues with new talent from Nokia and internal promotion of proven achiever

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ilestone Systems, the open platform company in IP video management software (VMS), has hired a new Vice President of Human Resources and Site Operations at its headquarters in Denmark and promoted the Danish & Benelux Country Manager to Director of Sales for Northwest Europe.

Claudia Lillebjerg Simonsen is the new Vice President of HR and Site Operations at Milestone Systems’ corporate headquarters. She is supporting continued growth at Milestone Systems through employee and management development.

The company is one of the world’s leading producers of software for IPbased video surveillance with more than 400 employed in 15 country offices.

“Milestone Systems is a very ambitious company demonstrating an impressive growth rate. Constant development is part of our DNA. Through such means as employee satisfaction research, talent development and loyalty programs, I will contribute to ensure that this trend continues,” says Claudia Lillebjerg Simonsen, VP of HR and Site Operations at Milestone Systems.

Milestone Systems is a global company consisting of many different teams and competencies, where Simonsen will play an important role in promoting internal development. It will be her focus to optimize the workflows and organizational processes in the

company, maintaining the cultural diversity and cooperation between the individual units.

“It is essential to provide clarity and job satisfaction for each individual while ensuring that employees work within an overarching structure towards the same goals to make sure all the pieces form a whole. I have a talent for boosting such processes,” explains Simonsen.

Simonsen has many years of experience with strategic leadership and HR from international IT companies. She has been the Global Business Human Resources Director at Nokia and the Country Manager for Nokia in Denmark.

Lars Larsen, the Chief Financial Officer at Milestone Systems, is looking forward to cooperation with the new VP: “Claudia Lillebjerg Simonsen is a professional and competent leader who can spot the talent of an individual and understands how to support staff development in an organizational context. She will help to ensure that Milestone achieves the ambitious strategic goals we have set.

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for cultivation and development of future products and services for IP video surveillance.”

Raziel Bareket, the previous Milestone Systems Country Manager for Denmark & Benelux, is taking on more responsibilities: with an additional UK team of six, he will also focus on business development in the UK and Ireland.

“I look forward to these added challenges and opportunities in the UK market, which has enormous potential for growth. England has a large base of prospective customers, who currently use analog video surveillance systems but eventually will migrate to IPbased video technologies. Milestone is a leading manufacturer of IP video management software and we are going to take a large bite of this cake,” says Raziel Bareket who can now call himself Sales Director for Northwest Europe, continuing to cover the Netherlands and Belgium.

“We will focus on boosting our UK distributors’ technical and commercial capabilities as we work towards expanding our dealer base.

As a result, we will position ourselves within the market of smaller and medium-sized installations while at the same time achieving business growth with more complex major projects that are already in process with our nationwide partners,” says Bareket.

Bareket started out in Milestone Systems as Regional Sales Manager for Benelux, in September 2007. In March of that year he took on the responsibilities of Country Manager for Denmark and Israel.

“Raziel has a unique track record in making his territories scale for Milestone, and it is that capability which makes him very valuable for us. He helped develop Milestone’s

initial channel partner program and implemented it with excellence while spearheading efficient and powerful channel activities that have been replicated throughout Europe.

He has now reached a stage in his career where he is ready for the next step and therefore is now promoted to Territory Director of Northwest Europe,” states Eric Fullerton, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer for Milestone Systems. “I’m expecting him to sprinkle his gold dust over the new territory like he has done before and achieve the same performance as earlier. Raziel is a perfect example of people in growth creating companies in growth.”

About Milestone Systems Founded in 1998, Milestone Systems is a global industry leader in open platform IP video management software.

Delivering powerful surveillance that is easy to manage, reliable and proven in thousands of customer installations around the world, Milestone technology supports flexible choices in network hardware and integrations with other systems. Sold through partners in more than 100 countries, Milestone solutions help ‘video enable’ organizations – managing risks, protecting people and assets, optimizing processes and reducing costs.

For more information, Milestone Systems www.milestonesys.com.

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Pelican ProGear™1070CC HardBack™ Case Protects Ultrabooks

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s the popularity of mobile computing devices continues to explode, Pelican Products, Inc., has introduced the Pelican ProGear™ 1070CC HardBack™ Case to offer legendary case protection for laptop computers up to 13 inches.

Produced from a partnership with BMW DesignWorks, the Pelican ProGear 1070CC HardBack is designed to safeguard Ultrabook™ laptops (Hewlett Packard™, Lenovo®, Samsung™, Acer®, Dell™ and Asus®) and Apple® MacBook® computers up to 13 inches. This streamlined, crush-resistant case features the same military-grade attributes as Pelican’s classic case products (including a watertight o-ring seal with automatic pressure equalization valve).

As additional protection, it features a shock-absorbing plush foam liner (with impact-protection cell cushions) and a set of four adhesive backed, memory foam buffers which secure the laptop for safe travel. Also included is a nylon shoulder strap for easy portability

and non-skid rubber feet that make the case a stable computer work station. The Pelican ProGear 1070CC HardBack Case is available in Black.

Already a world-renowned brand in the military, industrial safety and tactical industries, the Pelican ProGear line is comprised of a wide range of cases and lighting built especially for the digital protection and extreme performance needs of adventurous people.

The Pelican ProGear 1070CC HardBack Case is available at www.

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Additionally available in the Pelican ProGear line – the Vault and Protector iPhone® 5 Cases, Urban and Sport Backpacks, Digital Protection, 9420 LED Work Light / 9420 XL, the Sport Wallet, Lighting, and the Elite Coolers.

About Pelican Products Pelican Products, Inc. is the global leader in design and manufacture of both high-performance protective case solutions and advanced portable lighting systems. Their products are used by professionals in the most demanding markets including firefighters, police, defense / military, aerospace, entertainment, industrial and consumer. Pelican products are designed and built to last a lifetime. The company operates in 19 countries, with 27 offices and six manufacturing facilities across the globe.

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Sony’s new SNC-CX600W & SNC-CX600 compact high definition security cameras deliver 1200 wide viewing angle Fully-featured 720p HD security cameras possess built-in motion sensors and can be monitored from smartphones

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ony announced new SNCCX600W and SNC-CX600 high definition (HD) security cameras that deliver wide viewing angles and 720p image quality. The cameras mark a breakthrough in the market for reasonably priced, fully-featured and highly-sophisticated digital imaging products that are very easy to deploy. They are ideal solutions not just for large public and private enterprises, but for anyone wishing to set up effective security in their shops, offices and storage facilities.

As security needs have risen in recent years, customers have been forced to accept higher costs and greater complexity when connecting up recording devices and broadening their camera coverage. Sony, in turn, has worked assertively to develop solutions that combine a full range of features together with easy deployment and affordable prices.

Using Sony’s original IPELA ENGINE EX™ unique integrated signal processing system, the new SNCCX600W and SNC-CX600 cameras from Sony continue to deliver highresolution imaging even in low light and high contrast scenes.

Each camera also comes with white LED illumination, built-in recording and packaged in a compact stylish design that is ideal for selfinstallation in shops and offices. A key feature of the camera is a new industry-leading lens that is able to cover a full 120 degrees – or about

50% wider than other cameras in the same class.

Each camera also includes a high-quality motion sensor that works in both light and dark environments; white LED illumination that enables clear colour recording; a speaker and a microphone; and more.

When the motion sensor detects a break-in, the camera responds by switching on wide-angle LED illumination, playing out an alert and a pre-recorded voice message, sending an email notification to a pre-registered address of the user’s smartphone, and making still and moving images available for viewing through an internet browser. In addition, the SNC-CX600W supports Wi-Fi and is interoperable other Wi-Fi certified devices so users can enjoy stable network transmission as well as easy network security settings with WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) standard.

Since these cameras have edge storage, they can store images and audio directly onto microSD or SDHC cards and capture motion-triggered images without the use of an external recorder – another way for users to reduce space requirements, plus deployment and maintenance costs.

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Victaulic reveals new fire protection products at Fire India 2013 Devices, Sprinklers, Couplings and Fittings Showcased at Hall 01, C-25

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ictaulic, the leading global producer of mechanical pipe joining and fire protection systems, has announced it will be displaying its game-changing technology that improves fire protection system installations at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Goregaon, Mumbai, from October 24th to October 26th.

Significantly, on display for the first time at a trade show in India will be the new Victaulic FireLockEZ® Style 009N Rigid Coupling, featuring installation-ready technology designed to address the industry’s need to compress project schedules and remain competitive.

Installation-ready couplings install up to ten times faster than other pipe-joining methods such as welding, brazing, soldering or flanging.

“Victaulic offers the fastest and safest pipe-joining method currently available on the market,” says Pankaj Soni, Victaulic Country Manager, “and when it comes to installing fire protection piping the choice of grooved-end flexible and rigid couplings can significantly reduce installation time. Victaulic looks forward to helping the industry build productivity and increase efficiency and profitability.”

Visitors to Fire India will also have the opportunity to catch a first glimpse of the VicFlex® AB1 Sprinkler bracket, a patented one-piece ready-to-install bracket designed to move with the ceiling grid, allowing easy centre-oftile installation in seconds. Other products on display in Hall 01, C-25 will include VicFlex Stainless Steel Sprinkler Fittings and the LP-46 sprinkler range.

“Specifying the right fire protection system has never been more important than in today’s climate, where safety and efficiency are so high on the agenda,” adds Soni. “Victaulic offers a wide range of solutions that not only fit the needs of modern buildings but also save clients time and costs.”

The new VicFlex® AB1 patented one-piece ready-to-install sprinkler will be on show for the first time at Fire India 2013.

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VIVOTEK announces full integration of Compact Cube Network Camera CC8130 with ExacqVision

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IVOTEK is pleased to announce the full integration of its compact cube network camera CC8130 and the full series of exacqVision video management system (VMS) from Exacq Technologies, providing retail customers with a reliable and flexible surveillance solution for diversified applications.

VIVOTEK’s CC8130 is an elegantly designed compact cube camera with a 180° horizontal panoramic viewing angle that provides full coverage of monitored areas without blind spots. Being designed with a flat back-panel mounting bracket, it can be mounted on walls or countertops with ease, capturing faces at eye level, with a 15° tilt mount bracket also now available.

With this bracket, the CC8130 can be mounted at a height of 2.5 meters for a wider view and more comprehensive indoor surveillance. With all of these features, the CC8130 is an ideal camera for retail applications such as checkout stations at boutique, department or convenience stores.

By being fully integrated with the entire series of exacqVision

VMS, LC-series NVR and exacqVision server/client software, this surveillance solution is able to provide users with maximized coverage and easily export video clips as useable evidence. With an affordable price, the solution is regarded as an ideal choice for either a small scale retail store with limited budget or a big retail chain. Moreover, the exacqVision VMS, which supports a number of intelligent video content analysis (VCA) features, enables customers to identify, track, and respond to events quickly and easily.

Steve Ma, Executive VP at VIVOTEK, indicated, “In retail, an integrated, effective and comprehensive surveillance system is regarded as the best measure to minimize shrinkage caused by customer theft, shoplifting, and accounting mistakes while creating a safer and a more enjoyable shopping environment for customers. Furthermore, with intelligent features in the surveillance system, customers’ purchasing behaviors are able to be collected and further analyzed for business enhancement.

Today, it is our great pleasure to announce that our compact cube CC8130, which is especially designed for retail applications, has completed integration with the exacqVision VMS, perfectly complementing overall surveillance performance and bringing increased benefits to our mutual customers.”

“Exacq continues to work hard to provide best of breed solutions to our customers,” notes Tom Buckley, Vice President of Sales & Marketing, Exacq Technologies. “VIVOTEK’s CC8130 panoramic camera is a great solution geared towards retail installations when paired with the exacqVision VMS. www.ind-safety.com

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Indonesia’s Jakarta-Cikampek Toll Road is secured with VIVOTEK’s network cameras Background : Secured Toll Roads, Secured Economic Dynamics A toll road, a roadway that requires a fee for access, is designed more organized and straight for transport.

Toll roads are generally planned as a country’s key land-based transportation links, facilitating the seamless connection of diversified economic activities and supporting economic growth across the entire country. Hence, a comprehensive security system for toll roads should be highly valued and prioritized.

The implementation of a reliable security mechanism with an effective and robust surveillance system along the toll road or installed at

each stopping spot is undoubtedly making great contributions to the smooth operation of and a safer environment on toll roads since traffic volume, toll collection and license plates can be clearly and precisely identified and recorded for any further analysis or investigation.

Toll stations built for fee collection are the key stopping spots, making them ideal for a more comprehensive surveillance installation, as closer and clearer monitoring of vehicles can be performed.

PT Jasa Marga (Persero) was established in 1978 by the Indonesian government to plan, build, operate, and maintain all toll roads in the country. After amendments made to applicable laws, Jasa Marga now functions fully as a toll road operator

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and developer. Jakarta-Cikampek Toll Road, a 73 kilometer-long toll road stretching from East Jakarta to Cikampek, Karawang (West Java), has been under the administration of Jasa Marga since it opened in 1988. Earlier this year, Jasa Marga embarked on a project to upgrade surveillance video quality to a level that could not be achieved with the toll road’s existing analog cameras.

Solution: Higher Quality, Better Security After receiving professional consulting services from PT Hotware Indonesia, a leading surveillance products supplier and also VIVOTEK’s official distributor in the Indonesia market, Jasa Marga decided to install 70 of VIVOTEK’s IP8335H 1-megapixel network bullet cameras outside toll stations for traffic monitoring.

Cameras that are installed outside of toll stations must be able to withstand harsh weather conditions and cope with challenging light conditions while securing video of usable quality. The IP8335H, designed with the WDR Pro function and a weather-proof IP67-rated housing, was the ideal choice to this project. With WDR Pro, even under high-contrast lighting environments the camera can deliver video of quality close to that of human vision by capturing both the dark and bright parts of an image with double shutters, enabling two frames to

be combined to generate a highly accurate image of the original scene.

In addition, equipped with an IR-cut filter and built-in IR illuminators with coverage for up to 20 meters, the IP8335H can capture highquality video at all hours.

More uniquely, the IP8335H incorporates a P-iris lens, which controls the iris with extreme precision using a built-in stepper motor, maintaining the aperture at an optimal size at all times, resulting in superior sharpness and depth of field.

Achievement : VIVOTEK Technology Cemented the Safety on the Road William Ku, Vice President of VIVOTEK’s International Business Division, stated: “VIVOTEK has accumulated quite a breadth of experience in transportation projects worldwide. We are delighted that PT Jasa Marga chose VIVOTEK’s cameras to complement the rest of its surveillance infrastructure. More importantly, thanks to our local partner PT Hotware Indonesia’s great support for and deep involvement with the entire project, the surveillance enhancements for the Jakarta-Cikampek Toll Road were completed smoothly and successfully.”

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Dreumex presents hand care innovations during A + A

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oor hand-cleansing and badly disinfected hands can have unpleasant consequences, such as bacteriological cross-contamination, bad skin conditions and sick leave.

Hand care programmes aught to provide the solution, but many end users and distributors are unhappy about the current systems which they use or sell. The innovative dispensing systems from total supplier Dreumex offer the solution.

Research proves that only 77% of people wash their hands after going to the lavatory. Most reasons named for not washing hands are: 1) dirty cleaning systems, 2) the fact that many cleaning materials result in dehydration of the skin, and 3) no or no topped-up systems.

This makes crosscontamination cause of sickness number one. We regularly see the consequences in the media, such as infections in hospitals and unhygienic situations in the catering industry. But also at more “invisible” places, such as in trade and industry, poor skin care leads to a lot of illness and absence, resulting eventually in unsatisfied customers.

Innovative solutions That is why during the A + A international trade fair total supplier

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Dreumex presents two innovative solutions which can remove the big causes of bad hand hygiene and dissatisfaction. Dreumex Omnicare is a breakthrough for wash room areas. Dreumex One2clean is the same for environments where heavy contamination is concerned.

Washroom-segment Dreumex Omnicare is an important innovation for wash room areas. The Foam products in this range make use of Instant Foam Technology.

This technology makes an output of no less than 2000 hand-washes of only 0.2 ml possible with Foam Soap cartridges of just 400 ml. This results in the lowest costs per handwash.

Because the cartridges are completely closed, replaced again and again and the dispenser is touch-free, the chance of cross-contamination is reduced to a minimum. The enormous convenience of the system also contributes to optimal hand care; the cartridges are after all easy to replace, making toppingup a simple and fast job so that the system “always” offers enough cleaning materials.

hands there is Dreumex One2clean: a dispensing system which is suitable for several hand-cleansing and hand care products. In this system too Dreumex offers an automatic dispenser, so that touching is no longer necessary. The handy product cartridges and the “click-in” system for the pumps make One2clean very efficient in use, making topping-up very simple and the operating costs extremely low.

Dreumex hand cleansers and creams are also of the highest quality. This makes skin dehydration history, so that hand-cleansing again becomes a normal routine.

A+A To bring the new possibilities on hand-cleansing under everybody’s attention, Dreumex presents both Dreumex Omnicare and Dreumex One2clean during A + A, the leading trade fair for personal safety, business safety and health in the workplace. The fair has some 1600 participants and more than 60,000 visitors from 69 countries. A + A takes place from 5 to 8 November in Düsseldorf. Dreumex can be found in Hall 6 (booth B32).

Heavy contamination For the most heavily contaminated

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Victaulic 3D product models now available in MagiCAD

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complete database of products from world leading pipe joining systems manufacturer, Victaulic, is now available for use with MagiCAD. A popular choice for building services design on AutoCAD and Revit, MagiCAD is widely used to improve accuracy, quality and productivity. Availability of the Victaulic product database now makes it easier for designers, engineers, contractors and clients to reap the many benefits of grooved pipe joining technology.

The database contains correct dimensions and technical data for each Victaulic product. It means that design calculations, such as pressure drops and flow measurements, made while designing with MagiCAD, are accurate, and installation problems can be eliminated at the design stage.

Designers can use the software to quickly and efficiently integrate Victaulic products into the design of heating, cooling, utility and sprinkler

systems, delivering advantages for project partners. Contractors will have confidence that they can implement designs as planned, saving time and improving quality on installation.

“Specifying Victaulic products for HVAC and fire protection systems enables project teams to address engineering challenges at the design stage,” says Pankaj Soni, Victaulic Country Manager. “It allows design engineers to bring in effective solutions to accommodate system expansion and contraction, reduce noise and vibration without the need for rubber bellows, and create curvature, for example.”

Due to the technical and practical benefits they deliver, Victaulic piping system solutions have been used in some of the worlds most impressive and challenging engineering projects, such as the Burj Khalifa and the Bird’s Nest Olympic stadium in Beijing. Now that the Victaulic product range is available for use with MagiCAD,

engineers have easy access to the advantages they bring to more and more building services projects.

About Victaulic Since 1919, Victaulic has been the world’s leading producer of grooved mechanical couplings and pipe-joining systems. Used in the most demanding markets, Victaulic innovative piping technologies and services put people to work faster while increasing safety, ensuring reliability and maximizing efficiency. The company has 15 major manufacturing facilities, 28 branches worldwide and over 3,600 employees who speak 43 languages across the globe.

With more than 900 active global patents, Victaulic solutions are at work in 115 countries across diverse business lines including oil and gas, chemical, mining, power generation, water and wastewater treatment, military and marine, as well as commercial building and fire protection. For more information visit www.victaulic.com and follow us on: LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.

Victaulic mechanical pipe joining systems can be found in projects as diverse as Tetra Pak in Pune, the Park Hotel Hyderabad and the IOCL Naptha cracker plant at the Panipat Refinery in Haryana.

Victaulic provides sustainable solutions and is a member of the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC). The company is involved with BREEAM and other international initiatives.

A complete database of products from Victaulic is now available for use with MagiCAD.

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Cognitive heritage of technology excellence Gunnebo India, a subsidiary of the Swedish-based Gunnebo Security Group, has emerged as a dominant player in the security business in India.

The parent company incorporated in 1764, is today a global security group with 5,800 employees in 33 countries and an annual turnover of EUR 580 million. Gunnebo’s portfolio today encompasses the entire gamut of security & safety systems and solutions, having brought the top-of -the-line international brands under its umbrella through acquisitions. Mr. P.K. Balasubramanian converses with Mr. Sandeep Deshpande, Managing Director& Country Manager – Gunnebo IndiaPrivate Limited to get a ringside view of the company’s products & services spectrum which is all-pervading, reliable and the best- in -class to help the customer maximize his ROI and ultimately get the much needed peace of mind. Excerpts:

Mr. Sandeep Deshpande, Managing Director, Gunnebo India Pvt. Ltd.

Q. Gunnebo is a name to reckon with in the security solutions industry worldwide. What’s your standing today and how could you achieve this position?

We are a leading global supplier within safety & security products, systems & solutions, striving round the clock and all 365 days of the year to make the world safer – literally.

We are not just a niche leader. Our solutions are unique, cutting across even competitive brands which are maintained and serviced by us. Being a system integrator, we at Gunnebo India partner with all OEMs

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for implementing different turnkey projects.

Besides our own broad portfolio of solutions, products and services we also partner up with world renowned brands in every category.

We do so in order to provide the best solution for our customer’s needs, today and tomorrow. For our fast organic growth, we believe in leveraging upon existing brands of repute. This is how the brands trusted the world overlike Fichet-Bauche, Chubbsafes, Steelage and Minimax are under our umbrella. Minimax, for instance, is around since 1932.

Q. You have been operational worldwide. Could you throw some light on your gamut of activities and affiliations?

As for Gunnebo India, whose operations started within Steelage in 1932, many of our 32 sister companies around the globe has a long heritage. Being part of a global group among others means to take advantage of concepts and solutions already developed and implemented with customers in other parts of the world and bring them to India.

For some parts of our portfolio we are self-sufficient through our www.ind-safety.com

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Globally, we have additional 11 manufacturing facilities and an R&D-team of close to 100 people.

Gunnebo’s modern manufacturing facility in Halol, Gujarat, also housing its R & D center well-equipped manufacturing facility at Halol in Gujarat. The plant also houses our centralized R & D whose onus is to innovate existing products, develop new products demanded by emerging applications and markets, and help in the industrialization process. For other ranges, we use our global supply chain, being a mix of own production in 11 global factories and partnerships.

When we talk about our global operations and spread, we have our presence in 33 countries.

Our presence is prominent in Asia Pacific, Europe, Africa, Australia and North America. We are the global leading supplier of entrance control solutions for pedestrians, and in the US market, we are the second largest supplier of physical security equipment to the banking and governmental sector.

products representing virtually every domain. Our portfolio includes cash handling solutions, safes and vaults, entrance security, electronic security, fire protection systems, system integration and security services

Q. What ‘s your product range and what are their applications?

As I said earlier, we have a basketfulof

Q. What’s your manufacturing set-up?

In India, our manufacturing facilities

Q. What’s your market penetration - sector-wise?

We are there in all the domains, be it security solutions for banks, retail, CIT, airports, mass transit, offices and large institutions. Our portfolio includes cash handling solutions, safes and vaults, entrance security, electronic security, fire protection systems and security services

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Q. Frankly, there is no dearth of products in your class. That being the case, what is your differentiated offer to the discerning customer?

We differentiate from many of our competitors through our deep knowledge of the security business, together with our broad in-house portfolio of products, solutions and services. Unlike most competitors, security is all we do – this is our core focus and competence!

To answer your question, our ‘Life cycle approach to service’ is something unparalleled. We are in constant touch with the customer who is using our products. When there are upgrades in technology/ products, we share the benefits with the customers and help them go in for retrofitting so as to make the system contemporary. We also offer remote monitoring services to check intrusion and surveillance of customer premises.

Q. Reliability is of paramount importance in safety products. How do you infuse quality and reliability in your range of manufacture?

We infuse quality and reliability in our design stage itself. Subsequently, the products are all manufactured to conform to our own stringent QC regimen. Our fire extinguishers, for instance, are designed to conform to the latest IS:15683-2006 which is in line with the latest internationally accepted standards in force in all developed countries. We have a fire test facility at Halol where these extinguishers are subjected to fire test as per this standard. The products coming out of our crucibles are of impeccable quality and rugged enough to fight the hazard of fire.

Q. What are the strategies you adopt to market these products at home and abroad?

While our HO is in Thane, we have a network of regional offices and branch offices strategically located to stay closer to the markets and the customers. Our regional offices are in Kolkata, Bangalore, Chennai and Noida, while the branches are in Chandigarh, Jaipur, Ahmedabad and Hyderabad. To secure full coverage of the Indian marketplace, we also have over a hundred channel partners with thorough product knowledge to sell and provide after-sales support.

Also we have a dedicated team to handle key accounts.

Our strategy is to serve our customer better, gain his satisfaction and be his dependable partner in progress.

Q. Could you give some insight into your operating philosophy and corporate governance?

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Entrance control – The Gunnebo way naturally have global, corporate governance procedures, starting with the code of conduct and our core values, and additional policies and guidelines within the field.

For India, the main plank of our operating philosophy is high ethical standards in our diverse businesses. Our HR Head also acts as the Corporate Ethical Officer. All our communication channels are open to educate our own people on our beliefs and values.

Q. Do you foresee India as a potential and burgeoning market?

India is undoubtedly a burgeoning market and it is one of the top three growth markets in the world. Our global CEO often visits India and discusses global trends with key customers. We attach so much importance to India and its potential.

Q. What ‘s the status of the global security solutions industry?

In general, the security market is known to grow at 3-5 per cent more than average GDP. With this being said, there are of course wide differences around the Globe. In Asia –India in particular, we have seen an amazing growth within the sector over the past years, and our business is still growing with double

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percentages year-on-year.

For Gunnebo, we can also see the same trends in many other Asian markets like Malaysia, China and Korea. Our sister companies in Americas also see a strong growth pace, right now especially in Brazil and Mexico. In Europe, the market situation in general is a bit different with many developed economies currently experiencing a financial slowdown.

However security investment is something that normally is quite flat also in a recession. Especially for a company like Gunnebo with a welldeveloped service offering.

Q. What are the measures you take to maintain your leadership position?

Our success builds on long-term relationships with our customers.

Together with them, we are striving to innovate all the time, to find solutions that will help our customer develop as well. We want to remain customer focused, giving more value and retaining the customer. We want to continue to be their selected partner in progress in the security domain.

Q. What are the technology trends that drive the security business?

If you visit a security fair today, the average exhibitor is in electronic security, especially CCTV and surveillance. For Gunnebo, the focus is more on how to integrate different applications into one solution, making life easy for our customers.

There is also a trend where also more traditional security equipment like safes and vaults become intelligent and are connected online through locking systems and other security related equipment.

We anticipate a big technological leap in physical electronic security and cashrelated products. Convergence is possible on common platforms. So we must take cognizance of these developments and come out with solutions. If we have to make a dent in the market, we have to have a 360

degree approach.

Q. What are the extraneous factors that affect this business and what are the challenges ahead for a front runner like you?

The upheavals in the political and economic scenes will make an impact. Right now there is a slowdown in infrastructure. It is a matter of concern. The perception of the customer with respect to security also matters quite a lot.

Many customers today want to ‘play safe ‘rather than ‘be safe’. This is a dilemma to be addressed. Customer awareness and education are to be stepped up.

Q. What are your inherent strengths?

Long and strong customer relations, strong brands, innovative products, purely focused on security, life cycle approach to security solutions, customer focus and a dedicated workforce yearning and trained for excellence make up our inherent strengths.

Q. What’s your roadmap for Gunnebo?

We want to grow faster than the market, doubling our turnover every three years. We want to maintain our leadership position and we want the industry to recognize us as the ‘thought leader’

Q. How do you look at the future?

The safety and security business in India is still at the nascent stage.

We have a long way to go, giving clear-cut directions. The business is growing and will continue to grow at a rate of 12-15% for the next 5-10 years. Innovation and technology will change the landscape. Our estimation is that the market size in India is in the vicinity of a billion US dollar.

Gunnebo India will continue to grow at 30-35% in the coming years.

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Mr. Arul Prakash, Vice President- Fire Products, Gunnebo IndiaPvt. Ltd

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Gunnebo’s Edge in Fire Safety Gunnebo sells its Fire Safety Products under the brand name, ‘Minimax’.

– a name synonymous with fire safety for more than a century.

Gunnebo offers various types of firefighting equipment to suit the needs of industrial, commercial and home environments. All these Minimax range of fire extinguishers are manufactured in accordance with the relevant Indian standards including the latest IS:15683. The range covers portable, thermatic and mobile versions in wide varieties and capacities. The media used for combating fire includes ABC dry powder, DCP dry powder, CO2, water, mechanical foam and special clean agent called Halotron1.

Halotron1 clean agent extinguishers do not leave any residue after use and it has very little or negligible GWP (Global Warming Potential) or ODP (Ozone Depleting Potential) when compared to most other clean agents available in India.

AnHalotron2kg extinguisher can fight a fire better than a 4.5kg CO2 extinguisher and at the same time offers the advantage of easy use due to its low weight. AnHalotron2kg extinguisher weighs 4.5 kg as against 17kg of a CO2 extinguisher.

According to Mr. Arul Prakash, Vice President-Fire Products, it is a boon that BIS has come up with the new standard, IS:15683 which eliminates the use of multiple standards for different types of extinguishers.

“The fire extinguishers and components are subjected to at least 14 types of tests including salt spray, UV radiation, impact resistance, pressure cycling, vibration resistance and crushing tests. The above change will ensure that industry upgrades its technology and invests in upgrading their manufacturing processes and R&D to provide high quality products to the market,” he opines.

Mr. Arul laments that still most

of the end-users do not maintain their installed extinguishers as per the maintenance schedule prescribed in IS1290. As a result, there is a danger of the extinguisher not being operational during emergencies. Also, as the efficacy of the purchased product is never known until it is used to put out a fire, people end up buying based on cost and later regret due to its inferior performance. He says while in India most buy extinguisher to satisfy their compliance requirements, most of the European and American homes has a firefighting equipment which shows their genuine concern for the safety of their families and property.”

Gunnebo has identified a number of thrust areas for fire products. One is training and creation of awareness.

It is in dialogue with a few colleges and universities to include fire safety in their curriculum.

Ensuring impeccable quality: A fire extinguisher under fire test The company has recently introduced special kitchen fire extinguishers and fire blankets for homes at an affordable price. It also has plans to come out with kitchen hood protection systems for hotels, high quality fire hoses and flexible hoses for sprinklers with superior firefighting capability and long life.

“The growth of the fire industry, I guess, will be about 20% annually, whereas my Division’s growth will be at least 40%,” declares Mr. Arul in quiet optimism.

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Winco Valves : Brand recognition for quality and service equipped with latest state of the art technology to achieve smooth production with full accuracy.

WINCO Fire Fighting Equipments are sold throughout India by a network of dealers and distributors, as well as directly to OEMs and Governments. The Company has a strong domestic network to ensure fast & dedicated sales and aftersales service.

Mr Hemendra Mehta - Director Winco Valves Pvt. Ltd. Q. Could you brief us about overall business activities of your company (tie-ups, associations, reach, network)?

WINCO is located in Ahmedabad India and is an ISO 9001:2008 Company, it is a family owned enterprise with more than 32 years of experience and leading manufacturers of famous “WINCO” Brand Fire Fighting Equipments since 1981. “WINCO” have made its image in the market for its Quality Products and Services.

We possess a pool of talent in form of a workforce that ensures to exceed our client’s expectations. They are highly experienced and strive to provide only the faultless products to our clients. It’s only because of their efforts that we have acquired tremendous success in the industry. We possess a robust infrastructure which assists us in completing the bulk demands of our clients.

Our manufacturing unit is spread over an area of 5000 Sq yards and is

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Q. Can you elaborate more about the product portfolio & its applications?

“WINCO” have made its image in the market for its Quality Products and Services Winco Manufacturers various types of equipments for Fire Hydrant System like Fire Fighting Hydrant Valves ( Type A & Type B ), Fire Hose Delivery Couplings, Short Branch Pipes, Nozzles, Water cum Foam Nozzles, Water Monitor’s and Foam Monitor’s, Hose Boxes, Hose Reel Drums, Dry Riser Fittings, Stand Post Hydrants, Safety Equipments etc. We also manufacture specialized items according to customer’s samples and critical requirements.

We also Manufacture Castings for Ferrous and Non Ferrous items as per customers drawing and requirements. Our array of equipment is manufactured as per BIS specifications and is offered with ISI Mark which are widely used in It is used in airports, hospitals, hotels, power sector, Steel, Fertilizer,Oil & Gas Refinery, Buildings and other establishments.

By leveraging on our quality proven products, we have acquired a huge base of clients which includes some of most famous names in their sphere of operation like Indian Oil Corporation Ltd., Essar Projects Ltd., Oil and Natural Gas Corporation

Ltd., Larsen & Tubro Ltd. (ECC DIVISION), Power Grid Corporation of India, BGR Energy Systems Limited, BHEL, Hindustan Petroleum Limited etc., and so many other Private Sectors and Public Sectors throughout India.

Our range has been developed with our complete and undivided attention. No effort has been spared in trying to make our products the best that all our clients money can buy.

Our ability to adapt to many different standards has earned us a unique reputation among fire fighting departments as a leading manufacturer in the industry. Our products are simple to use, durable and reliable. Fire Fighting is a dangerous job, which is why WINCO takes the extra precautions to keep everyone safe by delivering faultless and Quality products.

Q. Which are the some of your pioneering products you introduced in the market recently or Is there any plans to launch the new products?

Winco Manufacturers vast range of Fire Fighting Equipment There is more to this statement than meets the eye. True , evolved as a reputed manufacturer over the years and have constantly added new products to our range, which has resulted in a vast range. Winco has currently launched Mobile Foam Trolleys of

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the existing customer’s confidence, expanding our client base and maintaining long lasting business association with our clients by Continually Improving our service and Customer Satisfaction.

Mild steel, Stainless Steel and FRP in 100 and 200 liter capacity apart from this we have also started manufacturing Hose Reels of Aluminum and Brass.

Q. How do you account R&D activity in your company?

Our intention was never to be a ‘Jack of all and master of none’. We have kept our design and development department on their toes, even when a product has been positively accepted in the market, we have made changes for better instead of resting on our laurels. We believe in coming out with innovative products .

We have a team of dedicated engineers focusing on research and development for continuously improving our existing products, as well as develop new production technology. We have the ability to custom engineer products for individual customer needs.

Q. Brief us about the quality policy for your business?

It is the Quality Policy of “WINCO” to provide complete range of World – Class Fire Fighting and Safety Equipments which meet or exceed the stated and implied needs of our customers and which meet national and international standards.

We at Winco are committed to serve the nation by saving Life and Property and to emerge out as market leader in India by winning www.ind-safety.com

Q. How do you foresee “India” as a potential market , what are the prospects?

Indian market is growing bigger and bigger and In India Potential is huge , especially when India’s economy is growing and industrial and commercial buildings are being setup in large numbers the scope for Fire & safety is very high.

Q. What are the distinguishing facts of global market as against the Indian market?

Today Indian Market compared to global markets is same as we are an growing country the scope is very huge but in India we are lacking awareness of Fire Fighting and Life safety and there are no stringent laws for the same. Further Indian Market is based on Competitive Pricing then Quality.

Q. What are your strategies to improve your company’s position in Indian & global market as well?

We at WINCO are currently focusing to avail International standards like UL,FM, LPCB, kite mark, etc for our products as to provide our customers with world class reliable, high quality Fire Fighting Equipments in India as well as globally.

widely sold in the market at a very cheap rates.

Q. What is your vision for your company?

My Vision is to make Winco a Leading Company in providing Fire Fighting Equipments throughout the globe In Coming years; “WINCO” shall constantly strive to improve its performance through implementation of goal-oriented quality management system.

Q. what are the issues you need to address that are related to your industry.

There is lack of awareness and knowledge for fire protection still today in India many people refer Fire Extinguisher as Red Bottles and also many people don’t understand the Hydrant System or sprinkler system, they prefer the same as Red Pipes. In case of fire no one educated or has the knowledge and is aware to how to operate the system or an extinguisher.

In my view government should make mandatory for Offices Schools and colleges to give Basic Training and Education & regularly conduct mock drills for Fire Fighting and Life Safety. Further there are no major safety standards for Fire Safety in India government should enforce standards and pass law to maintain them and individuals violating the Fire and Safety rules shall be punished under the law to make our country a Fire Safe Country.

Q. According to you what are the factors affecting to your business?

Factors affecting our Business is lack of Awarness of people and there are not standards and due to this inferior quality products are been

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Karam : Proven Leadership in PPE industry A company dedicated to providing the finest quality personal protective, Karam understands the need of Safety equipment for people working in potentially dangerous situations.

Mr. Sandeep Arora, General Manager Marketing, at Karam Industries shares his viewpoint on the vision that Karam enforces everyday towards securing the lives of millions of people working in Industrial Places.

Q: What are strategic changes in the industry with respect to perception towards safety awareness?

Fostering a safe and healthy working environment is still in its nascent stage in many industries. Physical hazards are a common cause of many injuries at many a workplaces. Human Life is still undervalued in our country and that is the reason why people are averse to adopting safety measures at work. We need to sensitize the corporate world towards the grave consequences of lack of safety measures at workplaces. Providing a safe working environment to our workers goes a long way in ensuring physical and mental wellbeing of not just the employee, but also of the families who are connected and dependent on them.

Mr. Sandeep Arora, General Manager Marketing, at Karam Industries

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Q: What are key highlighting points “Karam� emphasizes to its customers to standout from the competition?

Being a complete backward integrated manufacturing setup, we at Karam ensure that Quality of our products is maintained at each and every step. Quality adds strength and credibility to all our initiatives as an organization and steer ahead of competition. Karam develops exclusive materials and processes to create premium, composite safety equipment of superior quality and unparalleled performance which becomes our saleable point to our customers. We have developed a flexible and dynamic system in the production of our safety equipment that exactly meets the needs of our clients at the best possible prices and we are constantly innovating not only on our products but also on our processes to give the best of safety equipment to the working force.

Q: Distribution network or channel partner role is very important to excel in the market, what are key focus points taken in consideration while selecting them?

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identifying its partners. While associating with channel partners, we delve on issues like, the reach of the network or partner to its end user, the number and location of distribution points, systematic identification of high growth opportunities within the market, the, training to its sales force on behalf of the company, team strength and financial stalwartness.

Q: What extra activities “Karam” adopts to ensure long standing relation with the customers?

Karam believes in not just nurturing a sound organization and customer relationship but it goes a step ahead to delight its customer to breed loyalty. Our activities cover service, user experience as well as content related issues to give the best of experiences to our set of clients. We have a number of Sales Programs, Partner Incentives and Promotions and Special offers that have been specifically designed to help sell our products and solutions.

We help our customers by offering them with a seamless journey across our service channel. We educate & assist them with the timely relevant technical product details, order receipt, payment confirmation, new launches andtraining on use of our products. Karam also sends a technical newsletter “Kuest” to its clients to create awareness about safety.

We have a dedicated customer care department that not only timely responds to queries and complaints but also takes feedback from our clients to show them that we value opinion of our well-wishers.

Q: Can you elaborate on R&D facility in the company?

In an industry that is changing fast, one must continually revise their design and range of products. This is necessary due to the continuous

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change and development of technology as well as other competitors and the changing preference of our customers. Karam is an innovation driven organization. We have an extensive R&D set up and state of the art machinery with a highly trained team of professionals responsible for innovations in product, design and style.

Q: How many countries does your company have operations in?

Currently Karam has its footprints in around 70 countries across regions like Asia, Middle East, Europe, North America, Latin America, Africa and Australia. We have an overseas office based out of Dubai to look after our Middle East business.

Q: Can you elaborate on the standards “Karam” products have acquired and its significance?

Karam aims to achieve excellence while developing its safety equipment and has set very high quality standards for each one of them. So at all junctions from manufacturing to logistics or customer care issues, we at Karam believe in bettering our own standards successfully surpassing all those benchmarks by each day. Karam takes pride in the fact that our safety equipment is of the highest quality and all our products confirm to Indian Standards (ISI).

Our products also confirm to various International Standards like, American Standards (ANSI), European Standards (EN), Singapore Standards (PSB), Malaysian Standards (SIRIM), Australian & New Zealand Standards (ASNZ) Canadian Standards (CSA).

Q: Specify about the production facility that “Karam” has?

Karam is the only company in the world that has a vertically integrated manufacturing setup. Starting with

Yarn and processing it to make premium quality of Webbing and Rope, converting hot rolled coils, flats and extrusions of Steel and Aluminium Alloys into Fall Arrest Components, moulding granules into products, Karam does it all inhouse. We manufacture an exhaustive range of Safety equipment right from Industrial Safety helmets to Industrial Safety Shoes.Our range covers safety eyewear, ear muffs and ear plugs and also welding and faces shields.

Q: Which are your leading products and industry you market? To Karam specializes inthe field of fall protection, Head protection, Ear & Eye protection, Welding protection, and Rope Access and Rescue. Our mainstay product line is Fall Protection equipment wherein we provide some of the best products in the world for people working at height.

The industries that we deal with are sectors such as constructions, mining, manufacturing, oil & gas, auto, power & transmission etc.

Q: Do you like to give any message to the readers?

Anything an organization does should have its people as well as its customers at the starting point.

So please be committed to quality while using, manufacturing or selling safety equipment and stay away from duplicity to safeguard the lives of people at workplaces. This gives your organization strength & credibility and ultimately benefits your target audience.

Striving for Quality helps to develop organizational and individual competence, thus continually improving the organization.

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: Passion

to protect what matters most

Mr. Nishith Shah Country Head - India Region Tyco Fire Protection Products

Tyco is the world’s largest pure-play fire and security company. It provides latest fire protection & security products and services to more than three million customers around the globe. A US $ 10.3 billion company, Tyco has more than 69,000 employees in 1000 locations in nearly 50 countries serving the world’s most demanding environments, including oil & gas, marine, government, healthcare, retail, banking & financial services, transportation, and commercial and industrial.

A leader in fire safety & security solutions, Tyco is dedicated to advancing fire safety & security by finding innovative ways to save lives, improve businesses and protect people where they live and work. It was a pleasure for both Mr. P.K. Balasubramanian and Mr. Shekhar Dongre from Industrial Safety Review to speak to Mr. Nishith Shah, Country Head - India Region of Tyco Fire Protection Products to know more about this trendsetter and his passion for seeing a safer world. Excerpts: Q. Could you tell us more about Tyco, its areas of operations, and commitment to safety and security?

Tyco is the world’s largest fire and security company.

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world. Tyco is a US $ 10.3 billion company with more than 69,000 employees, presence in 1000 locations in nearly 50 countries, serving the world’s most demanding environments including oil & gas, marine, government, healthcare, retail, banking & financial services, hotels, hospitals, mining, telecom, INDUSTRIAL SAFETY REVIEW | OCTOBER 2013 |

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transportation, commercial and industrial.

We are dedicated to advancing fire safety and security by finding innovative ways to save lives, improve businesses and protect people where they live and work. Tyco designs, manufactures, sells and maintains fire detection and automatic fire sprinkler systems, special hazard suppression systems, fire alarm control panels and monitoring systems, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and voice evacuation systems. Tyco’s security products for businesses, retailers and homes include access control systems, electronic identification tags and video surveillance systems to deter theft, protect people and improve business performance.

The company also manufactures a range of life safety products, including self-contained breathing apparatus designed for firefighter, industrial and military use, air respirators, thermal imaging cameras, gas detection equipment, gas masks and personal protection equipment.

Q. Today all seem concerned about safety. How conscious are customers about fire safety in corporate & domestic sector?

I would say that awareness for fire safety does exist, but it is inadequate.

The general perception is that fire will not affect me, my family or my work place. The risk is real, and a fire can have a devastating impact on life, property and peace of mind.

With multinationals and large Indian corporations taking the lead, the perception towards fire safety is changing. These companies work with the local authorities to build awareness of international standards, recommend best practices and urge more stringent regulations. They not only comply with local government regulations, but many go beyond by meeting more stringent standards set by their own companies and international standards bodies.

While we need more stringent regulations and compliance, we also need to improve quality standards for fire installations. Fire equipment manufacturers and system installers play a very important role in helping to make working environments safe. Manufacturers must supply reliable and innovative products, and systems must be installed

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following best practices and then maintained properly.

Fire safety training for the general public is also crucial and something as simple as regular fire drills can help save lives by training people how to react in an event of a fire. Tyco has conducted fire awareness programs in schools in association with FSAI and more such initiatives are required across India to increase awareness which will eventually improve safety and drive compliance.

Q. What are the fire products normally in demand in Indian industry and does Tyco offer them in India?

The needs of the Indian market are no different from those internationally. Different applications require different solutions. We use extinguishers to fight small fires and use more sophisticated technologies for complex environments. Smoke detection system, sprinkler systems, hydrant systems are used in most

applications and gas suppression systems, high sensitivity smoke detection, foam systems and systems for restaurant kitchens or mining vehicles are used for special application. Most of the products are offered by Tyco in India and products supplied are global products with international approval agencies like UL, FM, Vds, and LPCB.

Q. What is Tyco’s positioning in fire safety products & services market?

Tyco is an organization with very strong values. We will not compromise our reputation for short term benefits. This has made us a trusted name across the globe.

A big part of our strength as the industry leader is that we have a very robust product platform across all segments of the fire protection industry, i.e. fire detection, waterbased suppression systems and special hazard suppression. We also are unique in our presence across all key vertical markets. We will continue to lead by offering improvements in technology and solutions tailored to meet our customers’ needs.

Q. What steps do you take to maintain your leadership position in India?

We maintain our leadership position by offering a broad range of products and solutions to meet the local requirements. We are bringing global technologies to India, maintaining our competitive edge, and expanding our marketing and service network to serve our customers better.

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Q. Could you say something about your human resource?

Tyco’s competitive edge begins with people. We believe our employees

TY-B Sprinkler are our best assets and we invest in them. Every day we come to work with a passion for protecting what matters most to our customers.

We take great pride in knowing that we make a difference in the world; our work helps protect and safeguard people and property.

Integrity, excellence, teamwork and accountability are the tenets of our operating philosophy and we honor our commitments and take personal responsibility for what we do every day.

Q. How do you look at the future and where would you like to be in five years?

We see great opportunity in India for growth. India needs to invest in infrastructure and Tyco can help by bringing in trendsetting technologies and products to the fire protection market. We will contribute to both industry and society by providing regular training and awareness programs as part of our corporate social responsibility commitment.

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Vijay Sabre : 50 Years of technology leadership We are a ISO 9001 - 2008 certified company, our quality policy is very much laid as per its requirements and we also follow the guidelines as stipulated in customers contracts and our principles, in respect of material procurement, manufacture assembly to final product review. and security of men and properties/ materials/installations all around.

Mr. Dharmesh Salot – Director, Vijay Sabre Safety Pvt. Ltd. Q. Vijay Sabre Safety Pvt Ltd is a leading manufacturer & suppliers of personal Protection, Safety, Emergency and Rescue Equipment, please share some of your milestones and achievements?

VIJAY is a generic name in safety / PPE and Fire Protection in India with over 55 years meritorious standing and hence needs no introduction to all cross-sections of Industries. VIJAY Group has many firsts to its credits as it introduced Fire Protection/PPE products and systems in the Indian fire and safety market and is still maintaining its leading position

Q.Could you brief us about overall business activities of your company (tie-ups, associations reach, network)?

Deals with the primitive fire bucket to the most sophisticated computerized fire protection/detection/management systems, products against Nuclear, Biological or Chemical attacks, Medical Gloves etc. Some of our esteemed collobarations ae with, Scott health and safety – UK, Bullard IncUSA, Burnfree products USA. Q. Can you elaborate more about the product portfolio & its applications?

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Q.Which are some of your pioneering products you introduced in the market recently or is there any plans to launch the new products?

Hyperbaric Chambers for Marine Divers developed jointly with DRDO which is installed at INS Ashwini Hospital at Colaba Mumbai, where patients are treated. We have successfully executed major contracts for NBC gears for Indian Army, Indian Navy worth, 25 – 30 crores in recent past.

Q.How do you account R&D activity in your company?

We have in-house R&D Department who are engaged in continuous improvement of products for which we earmark sufficient funds annually, as per our customers laid down specifications.

Q.Brief about the quality policy of your business?

We are a ISO 9001 – 2008 certified company, our quality policy is very much laid as per its requirements, and we also follow the guidelines as stipulated in customers contracts and our principles, in respect of material procurement, manufacture assembly to final product review. We also have international approvals like EN / CE approval on our products.

Q.How do you foresee “India” as a potential market, what are the prospects?

There is an overall upsurge in the demand of personal protective gears for the defence and civil sectors in the backdrop of terrorist attacks activities and perception, besides the good industrial growth leading to increasing demand for PPEs. We foresee Indian market highly potential for our range of products, though certain segments are still to be tapped and the prospects for next 2-3 years is in the range of 1020% growth annually.

Q.What are the distinguishing facts

of global market as against the Indian market?

Rapid acceptance of new and innovative products where as in India, it is a bit slow and needs a lot of marketing activities for awareness.

Q. What are your strategies to improve the Vijay Sabre’s position in Indian and global market as well?

In-house manufacturing of critical components such as Deluge Valve, Spray Nozzles, Hydrant Valve, Hose Coupling etc. Launching of new products such as Ballistic products in Indian market (for which own manufacturing facility is established) which are in huge demand in India for the next 5-10 years in view of threat perception by external forces. We also have manufacturing facilities industrial helmets which increses the product basket PPE. Q.According to you what are the factors affecting your business?

Alarmingly increasing rate of raw materials coupled with resource crunch & specialized cost of manpower.

Q.What is your vision for Vijay Sabre?

Further consolidate our position and remain as the Market Leader. Keep abreast with the latest developments in Personal Protection, and Fire Protection Equipments world-wide, & introducing latest technologically advanced products for enhancing efficiency, competitiveness & expanding business opportunities through a range of specialized services & global linkages to increase the productivity & profitability and to enhance the quality of life of the community, as a whole.

Q.What are the issues you need to address that are related to your industry?

Stringent legislation on Personal Protection and Fire Protection measures to be adopted in India and close monitoring of the same by concerned authorities for their adherence and improved rebate for Fire Insurance. www.ind-safety.com

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SUCCESS STORY

Marvel Gloves : A true recognition for quality

Mr. Farooq Abdullah, Managing Partner, Marvel Gloves Industries

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arvel Gloves Industries founded in 1980 started safety gloves knitting unit to provide Workplace safety to workers. Dedication, Team efforts, Customer support, Quality earned MARVEL recognition in India and Global Market. Total Labor in India consist 402 Million workers. Out of these, 94% workers are incorporated in unorganized sector. Only 29 Million workers are employed by organized sectors which also includes 17.30 Million work for Government or its entities.

Safety measures are adopted by less than 20% workers in India. 337 Million workers around the world are injured in workplace accidents. It is need of hour to promote adequate safety measures in work place by creating safety awareness in Indian Workers and Industries. MARVEL believes that Indian Industries will provide safety measures to their workers and reduce the workplace accidents Marvel Group has won two National Awards for Quality Products which were presented by the Honorable Presidents of India that got them recognition in the safety gloves market in Indian and international market. Our Infrastructure is strong enough to handle the increasing demand of domestic and international market. Our efforts are for creating awareness in Indian Industries workers to provide the right type of safety gloves as per Industrial applications to avoid injuries and accidents in workplace & to carry out any job efficiently, safely and without restriction of movement. It will also minimize the risk of accidents to the workers in the workplace and will improve the quality of work and product with efficiency. Our sincere efforts are to promote the

safe working environment in the Industries. Thus Criteria of the selection of the safety gloves for workers should not be lower price but higher protection for the hands.

Marvel is also leading importer of wide range of Gloves, Personal Protective Equipments and are successfully marketing International Brands in India. Marvel Group is also Authorized Exclusive Agent for India for RUBBEREX GROUP OF COMPANIES MALAYSIA, internationally acclaimed Industrial / Household Nitrile & Rubber Gloves manufacturer. MARVEL is proud to be associated with RUBBEREX since 1995.

Marvel also has two associate manufacturing units FAB INDUSTRIES and AKFA GLOVES INDUSTRIES for the manufacture of knitted gloves and dotted gloves.

MARVEL GROUP is planning to start coated knitted gloves manufacturing unit in 2013 as demand for PU Coated, Latex Crinkled, Nitrile coated knitted gloves is increasing in Indian Industries

Our motto

Our motto is to produce the quality products and also to import wide range of the Safety Gloves & Personal Protective Equipments for Indian Industries from International Quality Manufacturers to meet their increasing demand and to make Industrial working environment safe from accidents, Injuries to hands. It is pleasure to know that Indian Government has also taken serious view and have also issued white paper for compulsory use of suitable safety gloves by Industries to avoid cuts & heat injuries. In coming years, Indian workers will use safety measures to minmise the working accidents and injuries. www.ind-safety.com

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THE JOURNEY OF SUCCESS

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t was year of 1978-79 when foundation of Fire Safety Devices was laid by Mr. Bharat Parekh, (CEO) who diversified his business. He was earlier in the business of Silver Dialers (for Phones). His entrepreneur skills & vision made him to try a business whose technical know-how were not familiar. This is on suggestion of a friend. I (Dhriendra ParekhPresident FireSafety Devices) is the part of this diversification since beginning with him. Bharat Parekh was offered partnership in a fire fighting company and we started taking contract for the maintenance & refilling of Fire Extinguishers. We gradually developed with experience and made our presence feel in the market. This was not cake walk for us, it required lot energy, positivity, diligence, perseverance and hard worked. This paid off and by 198788 we had feather in our cap of having 3000 companies in our contract.

Meanwhile in 1980s’ Mr. Ashish Parekh (Vice President Fire Safety Devices ) joined the company & coined the idea of focusing on fire fighting contract business.

Fire Safety Devices ventured in the contractual business in fire fighting field.

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Fire Safety Devices Pvt. Ltd.: Success through innovation patches which have to be witnessed of your share. Around 1987-90 business started falling despite our best efforts and quality policy.

Market was flooded with unethical and unhealthy competition. We as quality committed company were unable to hold the bar. We had decided to stick to the quality services as deceiving was against our business ethics. We were loosing grip on price conscious customers.

Ever Cloud has silver lining, Year 1992 when Late Mr. Parag Parekh came on the board with lot of fresh idea, young energy & mesmerizing personality. Though he was not engineer but had natural instinct of learning and foresight. He very first drew the attention of the company towards the need of fire fighting chemical as vacuum persisted in northern India. This was the time idea clicked Firechem division of FSD Pvt.Ltd., was launched manufacturing fire fighting powders & established itself as manufacturer.

Later we started manufacture fire fighting foams.

Firechem as discussed earlier worked on certain ethics of the business and quality was one of them hence • In the year 1995- Acquired ISI certification for dry chemical powder • 1999 – AFFF(aqueous film forming foam) ISI • 2004- UL listing of Foams • Potassium urea reaction Firechem force powder as the lowest application density in the world duly certified by UL. In the world there are 3-4 manufacturers who have UL Certified AFFF 1%, FFFPAR 3/3 and

Firechem is one of them. Firechem has gone international & has been exporting to around all parts of the world including USA, Europe, Africa, Asia and so on.

We always strive to produce quality better and better. I am glad to share that our channel partners are being acclaimed for the quality and superiority of the product has made them to beat the competition significantly on international platform. Our quality speaks volumes, one of our partner has been recently able to grab big contract in International Market beating reputed and renowned company of the world, only on technical superiority of FIRE CHEM foams.

Its time for new generation to pool in their vibrant thought, exposure and innovate ideas to render to take it to the new horizons of success. I must say this is an example of family business success where all family individual come on a platform as business professionals & do not let personal relation dominate professional life in the business and also do not let professional relation dominate in the family. New generation is very intelligent and quick.

With the power of fresh blood we have been able to set up new manufacturing unit equipped with state of art technology, machines & more production capability to meet increasing demand.

We would like to summaries here by thanking our father, who despite in very tough condition serving in a company motivated us to start the business and his encouraging & kind words kept alleviated morale during dark and rough patch. www.ind-safety.com

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Brijbasi Udyog : Extending the horizon

M.C. Agarwal Chairman Cum Managing Director Brijbasi Hi-Tech Udyog Ltd.

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n early 1965’s having finished my studies (Bachelor of Science/ Master of Science-Chemical Engineering from University of Delaware, USA).

I started my career with a company called “National Foam System” as Development Engineer and was posted in USA. This company is pioneered in the manufacturing of Foam Tenders, Foam Systems and Foam Chemicals for Petro Chemical Industry. I worked with them till 1969.

In late 1969 thought occurred to my mind to come back to my country and contribute my set of knowledge and skills acquired for the development of fire fighting equipment vehicles. When I came back here I realized that there was huge gap in demand & supply of fire protection equipments. I also realized the need for technology advancement in the firefighting products such as foam system & Fire Fighting Vehicles.

Business runs through my blood as I belong to business class family which was pioneer in printing & publishing of mythological pictures and calendars’ in the name of S.S. Brijbasi & Sons. I formed “Brijbasi Udyog” in 1970 as a Fire Protection Engineering Firm at Mathura, U.P. Brijbasi has got the First Order from “Toyo Engineering” (from Japan) for the designing and supply of fix foam installation for “Juari Agro Chemical” at Goa. The system was installed and commissioned successfully.

The second order we received from ONGC Baroda for Foam Trailer Fire Pump which was also successfully completed in the year 1970-71.

In 1970-71, we made a survey of the market and found good

demand for fire fighting vehicle in the country. We decided to invest our capability and resources for the manufacturing of fire fighting vehicles and equipments and established a big factory at Mathura, U.P. for the same in the year 197374.

In 1973-74 we fabricated the first Foam fire tender for “Bhatinda Thermal Power Plant” of PSEB, Punjab successfully. On the basis of merits we received our second order from “Indian Oil Corporation Ltd., Guwahati Refinery”. This was a turning point and our gateway to the oil & petrochemical sector and till today we are the leaders for supply of Fire Tenders for Oil & Petro Chemical Industries.

Mr. Suresh Agarwal (Present Joint Director), graduated from “Banaras Hindu University” and holding BE Degree in Mechanical Engineering and to look after design and production facilities at Mathura, U.P. He contributed to upgrade the manufacturing facility in the Factory.

In 1974-75, Ministry of Defence and Ministry of Civil Aviation floated a requirement for the indigenous developed Air Field Crash Fire Tenders for the Civil and Air Force Airports.

With our confidence, we entered into this development activity. Brijbasi Udyog decided to bring an European Technology and associated with Magirus Deutz of Germany, the largest producer of all kind of fire fighting and rescue vehicles in Europe at that time.

Magirus offered the Chassis for the fabrication for the fabrication of superstructure to Brijbasi Udyog.

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After one year of deliberation, the MOD placed the order for the chassis on Magirus of Germany and for fabrication on Brijbasi for 45 vehicles with clause of Prototype in 1976-77. The first Prototype was built and given for the field trial to MOD in 1977 which was cleared by MOD in 1978. The bulk production clearance for this order was given in 1978 and the order was completed in the year 1981-82. This success was not only boost our company but for the whole fire fighting industry in India.

In 1980s around this period Mr. Rajesh Agarwal (Executive Director), Chemical Engineer from HBIT, Kanpur also strengthened the company by joining it. His engineering and production capabilities further enhance the image of Brijbasi Udyog.

After development of Crash Fire Tender, Brijbasi introduced many new technology vehicles for the first time in India such as • Air Field Crash Fire Tender • Refinery Foam Tenders of Large Capacities on Volvo Chassis.

• DCP Tender 2000 – 4000 Kg. • Emergency Cum Rescue Cum Hazmat Vehicles • Multipressure Fire Tender with Fire Mist Technology

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Brijbasi Udyog has pan India presence with more than 5000 fire vehicles working in civil & Industrial fire brigades. Brijbasi first time introduced “Turn Table Ladder” from “Magirus” of Germany and “Skylift” from “Bronto” of Finland (ranges from 30 to 90 meters height). At present more than 100 such vehicles are functional in all metro cities of India such as Delhi, Bombay, Chennai, Hyderabad, Pune, Bangalore, Gurgaon etc. We are exporting vehicles to Africa, Srilanka, Bangladesh etc. Time flies…... The next generation has also joined the business.

Mr. Mohit Agarwal (Director), BS in

chemical engineering & Masters in environment engineering from USA joined in 1998. His capability has been instrumental for introducing Disaster Management Vehicles & Equipments etc.

Mr. Udit Agarwal (Director), MBA from New York University, USA joined us in 2006. He has established new factory in Mumbai for designing & manufacturing of Hydraulic Platform for large Indian market.

Both the Directors have created a new venture named as “Brijbasi Fire Safety Systems Pvt. Ltd” which looks after the business of Disaster Management, Rescue Equipments and Technology. This company represents the following rescue equipment companies in India.

• Lukas, Germany for Rescue Tools, • Vetter, Germany for Air Lifting Bags • ICS, USA for Diamond Chain Saw. • STIHL, Germany for Chain Saws.

• Zistos, USA for Search, Rescue & Tactical Equipment / Camera’s.

• AVON ISI, USA for Thermal Imaging Camera (TIC).

• Hytrans, Turkey for Water Supply Systems.

• SEACSUB, Italy for Underwater Diving Equipment.

• Zepplin, Germany for Mobile Medical Hospitalization System.

• NARDI, Italy & ALKIN, Turkey for Breathing Air Compressor.

As per an estimation and survey of Government of India only 5-6% of actual requirement of fire fighting facilities are on the place. This shows the work to be done towards welfare of the industry. Similarly Asian continent also has potential for the fire fighting industry.

Brijbasi Group is strived to serve the industry with best of its capability by introducing latest equipments and technologies in the field of Fire & Rescue Engineering. www.ind-safety.com

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Prolite Autoglo The Guiding Light The importance of Emergency Lighting Systems is not realised till an emergency arises or a mishap strikes. It’s a crucial resource in rescue operations and in safeguarding people’s lives. The National Building Code makes it mandatory to install Emergency Lighting System in high-rise and all commercial buildings. In India, till recently it was considered an unnecessary investment but given the increasing awareness, companies and individuals have started incorporating it in their premises. Mr. Harsha Joshi, C.E.O. of Prolite Autoglo Limited, gives more information about the future of Emergency Lighting Systems in India, his plans and vision. are opening their shop in India and a good number of international brands coming in, the emergency lighting system has made inroad into the Indian market. Even domestic market is realising the importance of emergency lighting system.

Mr. Harsha Joshi, C.E.O Prolite Autoglo Limited

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How has India’s emergency lighting system evolved during the last one decade?

Emergency lighting system has always been an integral part of residential, commercial and industrial lives. It’s followed all across the world and has played crucial role in safeguarding human lives and property, to the centre stage and resulted in changing people’s outlook towards safety norms.

In India, there have been changes in the perception towards emrgency lighting system. As more and more multinational companies

What potential do emergency lighting system have in India?

In India, the potential is huge, especially when India’s economy is growing and new industrial and commercial buildings are being set up in large numbers. According to National Building Code, installation of Emergency Lighting System is mandatory. There is already a law about it and the government needs to make sure it’s implemented in letter and spirit.

How has Indian market been responding to innovations in the emergency lighting system?

Innovations are always welcomed if it serves the required purpose.

Emergency Lighting System is crucial because it’s a matter of people’s lives and need to be reinvented to serve definite purpose.

We are the market leader in the segment and have made sure that our clients get the latest technology.

We come out with new models every two years. We create market for our products as we know our clients interests best. www.ind-safety.com

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When compared globally, where does India stand in terms of adopting new technologies in lighting system?

We are at par with the rest of the world. Our products meet all the international norms and follow the approved safety standards. The only exception to this is Europe, which is, if spoken qualitatively, two years ahead of India. European companies invest in R & D appropriately to remain ahead of the race. They are always more innovative. They thought of Centralised Emergency Lighting System much ahead of the rest of the world.

Do you think Indian companies invest adequately in R & D to upgrade their products?

We give special emphasis to R & D because Emergency Lighting System is all about technology. In order to excel one has to continuously look for better products. We invest approximately 6-7% of our budget into R & D. We believe in coming out with new innovative products rather than copying the existing products.

If you thing copying a technology helps then look at China which has been doing this for the last few decades. It can make products in volume but not qualify products. To come out with a new product, it has to be thought out much in advance and knowledge has to be acquired to do the same.

What measures have you been taking to comply with international standards in terms of quality?

We have adopted latest technology to test our products and we stick to international standards when it comes to quality. The testing of our products are the best. We have been following the NBC norms which

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are qualitatively higher than any international standard. It’s better than the standards of the UAE. The government needs to make sure that the law is followed in its true spirit.

Today’s product- orented clients want to customise their products as per their needs. What facilities do you provide to meet their requirements?

We give a fairly good amount of leverage to customers to come out with their needs, but not at the cost of safety norms. A customer can demand a change in the design but only as long as it doesn’t effect the main features of our products. In fact we tell our customers that we are the best in the field and we know what’s good for you.

You are also in the field of consultancy services, which type of services do you provide?

We provide designing, lay out and installation of Emergency Lighting System. Our customers give us the drawing of their office and we come out with the planning and implementation of emergency lighting system.

Who are your role models in business?

I would say, Tata’s are my role models.

They have not only turned their business into successful models but have inspired a whole generation of entrepreneurs. They have ethical work culture with equal concern for people and environment. The Group has feelings, a human heart and they are into a lot of charity work.

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KRM LOTO - Lockout Tagout Guidelines and Procedures KRM LOTO guidelines for LOCKOUT TAGOUT System to meetOSHA LOCKOUT/ TAGOUT STANDARD, 29CFR & 1910.269

Section 24 of factories act

What is LOCKOUT TAGOUT

Many Industrial accidents / injuries are caused by unexpected energization or startup of machines or equipment, or by an uncontrolled release of energy, during their maintenance or repairs. These incidents can be prevented by implementing a proper “KRM LOTO - LOCKOUT TAGOUT procedure”.

KRM LOTO - LOCKOUT TAGOUT system is used to ensure that the energized machines or equipment are isolated from all potentially hazardous energy sources, and isolation points locked out before carrying out any repairs or maintenance activities, thus preventing injuries. Any person upon observing a machine or equipment which is isolated and locked out shall not attempt to start, energize, or use it.

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requires that, when any device which can be inadvertently shifted from OFF to ON position, is provided within a factory to cut off power, arrangements shall be provided for locking the device in a safe position to prevent accidental starting of the transmission machinery or other machine to which the device is fitted.

Typical Energy Sources where isolation is required are: I) Mechanical Energy Sources: Pumps, Pulley, Gear & pinion, flywheel, prime movers, hoists, forklifts / stackers etc.

Guidelines:

a) All drives (Motors) shall be provided with separate local lockable isolators to ensure safety of personnel required to work on these drives during preventive or breakdown maintenance. b) Lockout & tag out procedure shall be established and implemented during inspection, cleaning, repair or maintenance of any plant, machinery or equipment, so that if inadvertently activated or energized,will not cause any bodily injury to any person. c) Every person carrying out the work shall be fully instructed / trained on the lock out procedure, applicable lock devices, etc., before commencing the work. d) Unit shall identify all energy sources & their isolation points, and each point shall be given an identification number and a list of isolation points shall be maintained.

ii) Electrical Energy Sources: Switchgears such as ACB, SFU`s, MCB’s, MCCB’s etc., Motors, Generators, switches etc. iii) Water: Gate valves, Pumps etc. iv) Acids / ENA / Blend lines: Control Valves, Pumps etc. v) Compressed air: Valves, receiver tanks etc. vi) Steam: Control valves, isolation valves etc. vii) Gas: Control / isolation valves etc. e) Unit must ensure that all electrical isolators in the panels are provided with locking facilities. Where the isolator does not have built-in locking facility, external locking facility should be provided. f) The requirement of KRM LOTO devices (Type as well as Nos.) shall be assessed and adequate nos. of necessary devices shall be made available in the unit at all times.

Refer section 4.0 for guidance on selection of KRM LOTO devices. All KRM LOTO devices shall be kept at easily accessible place & in custody of a responsible person. www.ind-safety.com

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Procedure for KRM LOTO LOCKOUT TAGOUT

a) Manager responsible for the repair / maintenance shall ensure that only trained & authorized employee’s carry out KRM LOTO b) Ensure a valid work permit is obtained prior to start of work (where applicable). c) Identify all energy isolation points such as power supply, compressed air supply, fuel supply, gas supply etc., for that equipment / machine before locking out.

d) Physically locate and turn the respective switches, valves etc., to “OFF” / “Neutral” position and provide necessary KRM LOTO devices in such a way that they cannot be bi passed. e) Prior to starting work on machines or equipment that have been locked and after ensuring that no personne are exposed, the authorized person shall operate the push button or normal operating controls to verify that the appropriate equipment or machine has been de-energized & make certain it will not operate. f) If more than one person are required to work on the equipment under isolation, each person shall put a separate lock on all isolating devices. g) A Tag consisting of following information shall be fixed to each

lock. (PI see sample tag) i. Name & department of the Person carrying out repair / maintenance work. ii. Caution note written as “DANGER - LOCKEDOUT” h) After the servicing and / or maintenance is completed, authorized person shall inspect the equipment / machine thoroughly to ensure all non-essential items, tools / tackles etc. are removed. i) Supervisor after ensuring that the work is complete, allows the authorized person to remove lockout devices & energizes the machine.

KRM LOTO For locking of Ball Valves

KRM LOTO For Electric Panel lockout

KRM LOTO For locking of Circuit Breakers

KRM LOTO For locking of Gate Valves

KRM LOTO For locking of Push Buttons

KRM LOTO For locking of Isolators

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KRM LOTO For locking of Fuse Bases

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SAFEX - Powering Your Way To Safety

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Ruchit Panchmia - Regional Manager Safex Fire Services Ltd.

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AFEX FIRE SERVICES LTD., founded in 1972 is one of the eminent Manufacturer, Exporter and Supplier of all types of Fire Fighting Products. Through the years, we are dedicated in delighting all of our valued customers with the finest and Innovative fire fighting products.

Our range of products over maximum fire protection products like Fire extinguishers, Fire Hydrants, Flexible Dropper and Sprinklers, Alarm Valves, Deluge Valves, Detectors, Fire Tubing System. To support our Customers we have our own Service Centers in all the Metropolitan cities and Sub centers in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. With excellent after sales services and highly customized products of best quality, we have earned a golden reputation among our esteemed clients.

At SAFEX we have always believed in innovation and thus we introduce new products in our Product Range year on year to meet the needs of our customers and serve them with better, advanced solutions. This time around we are introducing two new systems in our Product range as below: 1) SAFEX Easy Spray Sprinkler System : Easy Sprinkler Package is a system that can directly connect to water works so that it does not need to obtain an additional source of water supply.

The system is also designed to perform its capability at the place of low pressure such as banks, small offices, etc.

2) Vehicle Suppression : Most vehicle fires start in engine compartments and surrounding areas. We have come up with a tested and classified fire suppression system in combination with good fire detection, is the best first response in case of emergency.

At SAFEX, we have a versatile in-

house testing laboratory with Highly Qualified Engineers and Professionals working on development of product continuously on the feedback obtained by our esteemed customers and adding new and advanced technology to our existing products and introducing new advanced to cater our customers and giving full proof fire fighting solutions.

We have invested substantially in acquiring state-of-the-art machines for our unit to bring global standard quality products to our customers. The sustained usage of best manufacturing practices as well as the experience & support of our personnel give us the necessary edge of our competitors. Some of the challenges which we are trying to overcome in today’s market scenario: The biggest Challenge faced in the Industry is “Awareness”.

People are not aware about the Solutions which they can adapt to serve and make them safer. “We know Everything” , is the answer of most of the people when you offer better solutions for their safety requirements, which more often leads to mishaps and accidents.

“Cost factor” is another factor affecting the quality of fire fighting equipments.

The buyers have become very cost sensitive and in this competitive market to provide best quality products at cost effective prices is our motto. At SAFEX , We always want to be the first choice of Fire and Safety Professionals and retain the golden reputation earned over 40 years by maintain high quality products and extending all the Support to our Customers and sealing there requirements by providing SAFEX Products. www.safexfire.com

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IJS ELECTRONICS : A Vision of Innovation, Excellence and Reliability

Mr. Jaspal Singh ChhabraDirector IJS ELECTRONICS

Q. You are pioneer in emergency lighting segment, Can you elaborate about the core activities of GRAND brand?

As the First company in India that launched the concept of Lights-Bars for emergency & VIP vehicles & installed the First emergency LightBar on none other than President of India’s pilot vehicle back in the year 1988. Since then we are carryingon with the same ideology of giving India the Latest in Technologies & manufacturing in International quality standards in Emergency Vehicle’s Warning products. To comment in a nutshell I would say the core activities are of keeping in sync with the Latest Technologies & Products that are need of the hour & yet keeping them cost effective along with launching emergency & warning products to handle national Disaster, Calamities & Tsunamis We offered India’s many industry 1st in various scenarios, to name some would be 5 Years warranty, 3rd generation LED, Slimmest 80 watt P.A./ Siren Amplifier in the world & many other. We have 17 patents for new Designs & Technologies.

Q. How long you have been in the trade and what changes do you see in all these years?

We have been following the vision of Innovation,Excellence & Reliability for last 32 years. The emergency & warning lights industry has evolved in many dimensions but its bit sad for me to see that the trend these days have become more of compromising on quality & not realizing the utilization & importance of warning & emergency lights. But we have never deviated from the vision laid

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since the day one. “We Build Products As If Someone’s Life Depends On It”

Q. How your products are technically superior?

Keeping in mind the main use of the products manufactured by us are for Emergency & Rescue vehicles hence we have a very strong R & D along with industry leading standards of Quality testing & Manufacturing for near zero fail assurance. We stay incorporating latest Technologies & Manufacturing process to build the products at par with International standards because “We are aware of the purpose of Emergency LightsBars/Siren systems & we care so we make sure that our Lights-Bars/ Siren systems do not fail you in time of need/emergency” Q. We congratulate you for launching special vehicle for Police women Cell, how that idea occurred in your mind?

December the 16th 2012 was one of the darkest day in Indian Civil & Criminal history. An innocent Girl was brutally raped & thrown on the road to die by 6 men. Rape, Murder, Kidnapping, Robbery & Assault towards Women & less fortunate

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slim LED warning lights-bars which have very high intensity & visible at even further away than the regular warning lights-bars. In P.A./Siren system category we have launched some very high sound output horns & sirens which can be heard till about 2 K.M. away to help Fire fighting vehicles clear traffic effectively & reach the place of emergency fast & on time and also make them safe too.

have increased by many folds. Today we think twice to send our daughters , sister, mothers & family members out of the house after late evening because of the said reasons. To make sure that there are no bad elements of the society & criminals acting at large towards no good deeds, the Police force are trying to do their best in protection of the citizens. In the same effort Ministry of Home affairs has passed proposal to induct new Women police force. With a vision to guard places frequented by women in the city, including Universities, Colleges, Markets, Parks, Call Centers & Malls. We came up with the SMALL SMART CAR FOR CITY PATROLLING : A secure four wheeled option with any weather useability, comfortable, easy to drive & maneuver.

Q. What facilities you have installed which will help to the women cell?

A special LED Warning Light-Bar with High Power P.A./Siren System along with LED Area Lighting system which are exclusively designed & developed for this project. High power LED search light, 2pcs P.C. Baton, chilli spray, emergency first aid kit, hand held LED light baton (red & green), Collapsible traffic cones, Folding stretcher, www.ind-safety.com

Fire Extinguisher & couple of other features which helps to take the actions faster for police officer. We have also suggested the use of Tazer by women police force.

Q. You also have launched bike fitted with your equipments. What are these and how are they going to help police?

We have launched few new products at the recently held 16th India International Security Expo in New Delhi & one of these products were for High speed Chase & Challan implemented on Honda CBR- 250R motorcycle. The new system implemented on this concept Police model motorcycle consisted of Six Pcs GenerationIII LED warning lights fitted tactfully to be in sync with the motorcycle aerodynamics along with a rear LED Pole-Light combination of LED torch incorporated below it. A very high power P.A./Siren system also placed strategically to have maximum audibility. A microphone incorporated on the side of the helmet so that the rider would not have to take their hands off while riding to use the P.A. system as a special button is placed on the handlebar for Push-To-Use.

Q. What is your vision for the companies for coming years?

We have started fabricating & developing vehicles for Special Forces, Disaster Management, Emergency & Rescue vehicle, Smart city Patrolling vehicle & couple of others after from new products in Warning Lights, P.A./Siren systems & High Power “Alertronic� systems to be used at any kind of Disaster, Calamities & Tsunamis.

Q. Are you operating in other countries?

Yes we are exporting to Africa & Middle Easter country as of now.

Q. What is quality control management in your company?

Apart from our own very strict quality maintenance we are ISO9001:2008 certified company.

Q. Would you like to give any message to the readers?

Please follow traffic rules & always allow the Emergency vehicles such as Ambulances, Fire Fighting vehicles & Police vehicles right of way as every second count in emergency.

Q. Anything for Fire Department have you launched recently?

Yes, couple of products. The latest

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FIRE SAFETY IN INDIA - An overview Proper attention must be paid to minimize fire loss because ultimately the community at large has to bear all the losses.

R.R. Nair

About Author Mr. R. R. Nair has more than 45 year’s experience in Occupational Safety, Health & Fire Protection.

He is author of 15 books & more than 65 articles in various topics on Safety, Health & Environment.

He has carried out more than 50 safety audits in various industries / occupancies including high rise buildings.

For more information contact: M.: 09224212544 / 09224807170 Res.: 022 2766 5975 E-mail: shib@vsnl.com

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1. INTRODUCTION A fire can happen at any time at any place irrespective of its occupancy status. You can expect a fire at any structure, may be at your home or at your workplace or in a hospital or in public places like theatres, malls, etc… Fire in any occupancy has the potential to cause harm to its occupants and severe damage to property.

On an average, in India, every year, about 25,000 persons die due to fires and related causes. Female accounts for about 66% of those killed in fire accidents. It is estimated that about 42 females and 21 males die every day in India due to fire.

According to the statistics released by the National Crime Records Bureau, fire accounts for about 5.9% (23,281) of the total deaths reported due to natural and un-natural causes during the year 2012. Probably many of these deaths could have been prevented, had we taken enough fire protection measures.

No comprehensive data is available in India on the economic losses suffered on account of fires.

However, according to one estimate the major losses reported by the Indian Insurance Companies in the year 2007-2008 indicate, that about 45% of the claims are due to fire losses. According to another estimate about Rs. 1000 crores are lost every year due to fire. Fire losses are reported both in industrial and non-industrial premises like hospitals, commercial complexes,

educational institutions, assembly halls, hotels, residential buildings, etc… According to Fire Risk Survey (FRS) 2013, carried out by Pinkerton & Federation of Indian Chambers and Industry, in India, fire accounted for 8.45% of the overall ranking of risks. FRS also revealed that fires has been rated as the 5th highest risk in industry in 2013.

The above survey also revealed that in industry wise risk ranking, fire take 2nd place in hospitality, 4th place in IT/ITES, Manufacturing, Security Service Providers and 6th place in infrastructure. As far as the leading cause for the fire is concerned, according to the survey, the electric defaults are regarded as the major cause of fires. In Mumbai about 75% of fire-related incidents occur because of short circuit caused by loose wiring.

The survey also point out that during the period 2009-2012, Mumbai fire department had attended 13,185 incidents of fire out of which 9711 were caused due to defective electric circuit. The scenario for other major cities are also not different.

2. THE PROBLEM For mitigating a fire in any occupancy, whether it is a business house or in a factory or in a residential building, require a deep understanding about the problem.

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occupants and ultimately seek the help of fire brigade to carry out a major firefighting operation. During the last one decade there was a vibrant growth in the constructions activities in India, especially in High Rise buildings. Thousands of High Rise buildings have already constructed in metros and major cities in India, and thousands are under construction. Because of its peculiar nature, fire in residential buildings in particular, high rise buildings become more complex and the salvaging operations become more difficult and sometimes even resulting in many deaths and huge property losses.

In an era of highly competitive business environment any interruption due to fire can be catastrophic. A major fire can bring a business to halt. Restoring the damage done by fire is only part of the cost of fire. A fire may have serious consequences for the production capacity of a business and in the extreme, the time taken to restore production may be such that the business is forced to close down altogether.

A fire can, not only interrupt the whole process of manufacture and production, bwut also the building and plant will be in ruins. Before they can be replaced and production restored, much work in clearing up the site will be necessary. It will also be necessary to determine what has been lost and damaged. Even if only a small part of the plant has been involved in the fire, staff from other work will need to be diverted to clear up the mess and to plan the rebuilding and restoration of production.

One must admit that fire creates total waste.

Such waste would not be tolerated by any efficient management, if it resulted from

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inefficient operation. The successful prevention of fire loss depends almost entirely on the management of the business. To control the loss through fire, the management must survey the total operation of the business to determine where the loss potential lies.

One must also admit that the fires are caused almost entirely by people, either through their actions, which may be accidental or deliberate and malicious or through their failure to make appropriate precautions such as, for example, the regular inspection, maintenance and repair of defective equipment.

Inadequately maintained machines can be fire prone. The overheating of bearing, due to insufficient lubrication or the presence of dust, and heat caused by friction are common causes of fire. Frequent inspection and regular maintenance will reduce risk and make the general tidiness of premises easier to achieve.

Remember that fires start when source of ignition comes into contact with combustible material. If you can control all sources of ignition and combustible material, you can greatly reduce the potential for fire.

You should also remember that waste and rubbish are friends of fire. Shop floors and offices can have substantial quantity of inflammatory materials such as oil soaked rags, loose packing materials, piles of papers, cartons, etc. All these materials, if ignited, will encourage fire to spread rapidly.

Volatile chemicals and explosives pose serious problems. Although the paint, lacquer, flammable solvents and thinners are a less recognised hazard, negligence in handling them may result in fires. Handling small quantities of flammable liquids is a

frequent causes of fires and injuries.

Heating and lighting systems that are inadequately maintained or safeguarded present risks. Many fires occur from electrical faults or misuse.

Smoking is a notorious fire risk. It should be prohibited in all areas where it is especially dangerous.

Major fires start in storage area and warehouses than production areas. Poorly stored goods, even though they are not flammable, may help to spread fire and hinder fire fighters gaining access to the seat of the fire or reduce the effectiveness of sprinkler systems. Goods tidily stored with gangways may help to inhibit the spread of fire.

3. PREVENTION STRATEGY An effective fire prevention strategy is an essential feature of fire protection.

However, it must be kept in mind that regardless of the efficiency of a fire prevention strategy, some fires inevitably occur.

There exists large number of different types of firefighting equipment and suppression systems like CO2, FM 200, and NOVEC, to suit specific requirements. Automatic fire sprinklers coupled with detection are the most effective fire protection system found in High Rise buildings which can, not only detect the fires, but also extinguish the fires in the initial stage itself. Application of Water Mist in various situation is gaining momentum every day.

Passive fire protection system is also becoming more and more popular in India.

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amount of appliances or equipment would be of much use, if sufficient quantities of water under required pressure were not available for firefighting. To be effective, it must be applied in sufficient quantity and at such a rate that it well prevent the accelerating growth of the fire. It must be remembered that if remedial measures are not taken in the very early stages of following the outbreak of a fire, the amount of water required increases exponentially as the increase in the time taken for the fire fighting forces to reach the scene of the fire and start effective firefighting operations.

It is estimated that a fire discovered within two or three minutes of its outbreak may be extinguished with less than 1000 litres of water. However, if the water is not applied until 5 to 10 minutes later, which is probably the shortest time in which a fire brigade may reach the scene of the fire, the fire will have grown to such proportions that between 50 to 100 times as much water may be needed for extinguishing the fire.

The successful use of any type of fire equipment depends upon the elements such as equipment, maintenance and training.

It is vital that an occupier ensures, its employees are trained for and understand what is required during an outbreak of fire. It must be remembered here that inappropriate use of water to fight a fire has even caused much damage.

It was observed that lack of knowledge in the area of fire and inadequate training in emergency drills, delay the firefighting operations. Probably adequate fire safety training and periodic emergency drills can make the emergency

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response more effective.

Training the employees / occupants and fire drills are clearly related but are not synonymous and it is a common misconception that conducting periodic fire drills discharge an occupier’s training obligations. No doubt fire drills are very valuable exercise but taken in isolation, they are insufficient in educating employees / occupants in all the important matters.

Training of employees / occupants in fire safety matters continues to be a controversial issue with many occupiers adopting the attitude that it is not reasonably practicable to provide training for all employees / occupants. This stance has probably never been fully tested legally. However, many occupiers take fire training seriously and train a large number of their employees / occupants.

4. LEGISLATIONS The legislations, standards and codes have a vital role in forcing the occupiers to provide the required fire protection system, both active and passive. The National Building Code of India, 2005, is the basic model code in India on matters relating to building construction and fire safety.

Many of the code provisions has been incorporated by various State Governments and Local Bodies in their own building regulations.

The Maharashtra Fire Prevention and Life Safety Measures Rules 2009, framed under the Maharashtra Fire Prevention and Life Safety Measures Act 2006, is an example to this, and is aimed to improve the status of fire safety measures in Maharashtra. Often a question has been raised by many that who will be responsible for

providing the required fire protection and prevention system in a building or in an occupancy.

The acts and rules enacted by the State of Maharashtra has well defined on these points. According to Section 3 of the Maharashtra Fire Prevention and Life Safety Measures Act, 2006, the developer, owner, occupier or whatever name called shall comply with all the fire and safety measures adhering to the National Building Code of India, 2005, and as amended from time to time, failing which it shall be treated as a violation of the Act. It means that the onus of maintaining the fire safety installations in a building or in an occupancy is the responsibility of the owner or occupier.

In India, although there are many rules and regulations, codes and standards related to fire safety, these are seldom followed. Laxity in following fire safety measures caused major fires in many buildings. Some of the fire authorities in India even felt that in the absence of heavy fines and penalties, occupiers or societies do not bother to conduct regular maintenance of the fire prevention systems installed in their buildings.

Probably this was one of the reasons behind in incorporating a provision about ‘Licensed Agency’ in the Maharashtra Rules. As per the section 3(3) of the Maharashtra Fire Prevention & Life Safety Measures Act, 2006 and Rule 4 (2) of Maharashtra Fire Prevention & Life Safety Measures Rule, 2009, a licensed agency is required to issue a Certificate regarding the work executed by them is in compliance in relation to Fire Prevention & Life Safety Measures in Form ‘A’ and Six monthly Certificate in Form ‘B’ in every January & July to the owner www.ind-safety.com

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or the occupier for compliance of the Fire Prevention & Life Safety Measures duly installed by them in the buildings or premises are maintained in good repair and efficient condition at the time of issuing certificate.

5. FIRE SAFETY AUDIT Fire Safety Audit is found to be an effective tool for assessing fire Safety standards of an organization or an occupancy. In other words, it is aimed to assess the building for compliance with the National Building Code of India, relevant Indian Standards and the legislations enacted by State Governments and Local Bodies, on fire prevention, fire protection and life safety measures.

Though a comprehensive fire safety audit can address the inherent fire hazards associated with the day to day activities in an occupancy and recommend measures to reduce the potential fire hazards, there is no clear cut provisions in any of the safety legislations in India regarding the scope, objectives, methodology and periodicity of a fire safety audit.

However, NBC of India recommends for periodical fire safety inspection by the key personnel of the occupants of the building to ensure fire safety standards. In case of industrial building, the statutory authorities insist for fire safety audit by external agencies depending on the type of activity and the nature of the materials handled in the building.

Maharashtra Fire Prevention and Life Safety Measures Rules, 2009, made it mandatory for building owners and residents to conduct half-yearly fire safety audits and submit the report to the fire department.

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“licensed agencies”, has created some confusions, because the same agency has also been entrusted with the work of “installations” and “maintenance” of firefighting systems. Perhaps this arrangement has resulted in diluting the scope and methodology of the audit. It is also doubtful whether the so called “licensed agencies” have the required calibre / expertise in conducting an effective fire safety audit. So in effect, it seems that the fire safety audit has become a ritual.

6. CONCLUSION A fire can happen at any time at any place. It creates total waste. It has the potential to cause harm to its occupants and severe damage to property.

In India, fire accounts for about 5.9% of the total deaths reported due to natural and un-natural causes during the year 2012. The fires has been rated as the 5th largest risk in Indian industry. Electrical defaults are the major causes of fires in India.

Therefore proper attention must be paid to minimize fire loss because ultimately the community at large has to bear all the losses.

The use of smoke detectors, fire alarms, automatic sprinklers, water mist systems, clean agent suppression system, should be encouraged, especially in high rise buildings. Passive fire protection system should have major role in fire protection.

In India, although there are many rules and regulations, codes and standards related to fire safety, these are seldom followed. Laxity in following fire safety measures caused major fires in many buildings. Though fire safety audit is found to be an effective tool for assessing fire safety standards of an occupancy, there is no clear cut provisions in any of the

safety legislations in India, regarding the scope, objective, methodology and periodicity of a fire safety audit.

Therefore, Fire Safety Audit should be made mandatory for all over India and the work should be entrusted to independent agencies, who have expertise in it. It is reasonable to have a fire safety audit in every year.

Above all the success of fire prevention and fire protection mainly depend upon the active co-operation from all personnel in an occupancy.

REFERENCES & RECOMMENDED READINGS 1) Accidental Deaths and Suicides in India 2012 – National Crime Records Bureau, New Delhi, 2013.

2) Hegde Patil, S.B. and Nair, R.R. – Management of Industrial Hazards (CEP Publications) Bangalore, All India Council for Technical Education, 1997.

3) India, The Factories Act 1948 with the Maharashtra Factories Rules 1963, Mumbai, Labour Law Agency, 2010.

4) India, Maharashtra Fire Prevention and Life Safety Measures Act, 2006.

5) India, Maharashtra Fire Prevention and Life Safety Measures Rules, 2009.

6) Indian Risk Survey, 2013 -Pinkerton & Federation of Indian Chambers and Industry.

7) Madan Mohan and Nair, R.R. – Personal Protective EquipmentNon Respiratory (CEP Publications) Bangalore, All India Council for Technical Education, 1997.

8) Madan Mohan and Nair, R.R. – Safe Guarding of Machinery (CEP Publications) Bangalore, All India Council for Technical Education, 1999.

9) NFPA Fire Protection Handbook, 19th Edition – National Fire

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Protection Association, USA 10) Nair, R.R. – A Basic Guide to the Material Safety Data Sheet (Safety and Health Series No. 1), Safety and Health Information Bureau, 1989.

11) Nair, R.R. – Electrical Hazards, Industrial Safety Review, October 2012.

12) Nair, R.R. – Equipment for Fire Protection, Industrial Safety Review, November 2012.

13) Nair, R.R. – Evacuation System for High-Rise Buildings, Industrial Safety Review, July 2013.

14) Nair, R.R. – Exposure of chemicals and their effects on the body, Industrial Safety Review, May 2012 15) Nair, R.R. – Fire Alarms and Detectors, Industrial Safety Review, August 2013.

16) Nair, R.R. – Fire and Explosion Hazards, Industrial Safety Review, January 2013.

17) Nair, R.R. – Fire Hoses, Industrial Safety Review, March 2012.

18) Nair, R.R. – Fire Prevention and Protection, Industrial Safety Review, June 2012.

19) Nair, R.R. – Fire Safety Audit: The need of hour, Industrial Safety Review, July 2012.

20) Nair, R.R. – Glossary of Technical terms used in Material Safety Data Sheet (Safety and Health Series No. 2), Safety and Health Information Bureau, 1989.

21) Nair, R.R. – Halons and Other Clean Agents for Fire Suppression, Industrial Safety Review, January 2012.

22) Nair, R.R. – Head Protection, Industrial Safety Review, December 2012.

23) Nair, R.R. – Noise Pollution: The critical overview, Industrial Safety Review, September 2012.

24) Nair, R.R. – Personal Protective

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Equipment, Industrial Safety Review, September 2013.

25) Nair, R.R. – Safe handling of compressed gases, Industrial Safety Review, March 2012.

26) Nair, R.R. – Safety in High Rise Buildings, Industrial Safety Review, November 2011.

27) Nair, R.R. – Water Mist Fire Suppression System, Industrial Safety Review, June 2013.

28) Nair, R.R. Workplace Accidents are Increasing – Science Today, Times of India September, 1982.

29) Nair, R.R. and Chakravorti – Safe Handling of Hazardous Chemicals (CEP Publications) Bangalore, All India Council for Technical Education, 2001.

30) Nair, R.R. and Joshi, D.K. – Safety and Loss Prevention in Process Industries (CEP Publications) Bangalore, All India Council for Technical Education, 2002.

31) Nair, R.R. and Joshi, D.K. – Safety Audit (CEP Publications) Bangalore, All India Council for Technical Education, 2001.

32) National Building Code of India, 2005- Bureau of Indian Standards, New Delhi, 2007 33) Ramesh Babu, J. – Learning from Losses, Cholamandalam MS Risk Services Ltd. 34) Safety and Fire Protection Handbook, 2nd Edition, – Edited by R. Veeraraghavan. Safe Technology, Mumbai, 2009 35) Veeraraghavan, R. and Nair, R.R. – Fire Technology (CEP Publications) Bangalore, All India Council for Technical Education, 2002.

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Returning water its true glory as the best known fire fighting agent to man!

Ceasefire’s Revolutionary Watermist Technology

W

ater has been fire’s oldest enemy. Water has been used to douse fires since the discovery of fire itself.

Water quells fire primarily by its tremendous cooling power.

Theoretical cooling ability of water is 2.6 MW per liter per second, thanks to its naturally flexible molecular structure and low kinetic energy. This cooling ability of water makes it very effective in fires on wood, paper and cloth etc, classified as Class A fires, which are often deep seated. Water when comes in contact with fire evaporates, absorbing large amount of heat and bringing the temperature down below combustible level. On the other hand, the escaping water vapor blocks the entry of oxygen in the fire zone thus further killing fire.

However, in modern times we face fire threats from far more types of fires than Class A alone. These are Class B fires that occur on highly combustible liquids such as petrol/ diesel, Class C fires on inflammable gases such as LPG / CNG; some industries are today prone to Class D fires on metals; Electrically started fires and Class F fires on super heated cooking oils. While some of water’s natural properties makes it an excellent fire extinguisher on Class A fires, some of its other

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natural characteristics like electrical conductivity and heavier weight than most oils renders water incapable of fighting fires on liquids, gases and electrical fires.

Even in a real life Class A fire situation, the cooling power of water can only be achieved with hundreds of liters of water as fire fighting effectiveness of water is directly proportional to the surface area of water that comes in contact with fire. Water’s immense firefighting power can be optimally utilized only by complete vaporization in a fire environment. Even with better dispensing mediums, nearly 80% of the water escapes the fire zone without evaporating.

Ceasefire’s revolutionary Watermist technology has made the unthinkable possible by modifying water’s natural properties to counter these problems. This new age Watermist dispensing technology from Ceasefire breaks down water into microscopic molecules to form mist that has a surface area many times higher. This enables complete vaporization of water. These droplets are then delivered to the fire with a kinetic force strong enough to overcome fire’s own convection currents.

The risk of electric conduction vanishes with micro droplet size of the mist which evaporates as soon as it comes in contact with fire, also creating a blanketing effect to block oxygen. Ceasefire’s Watermist technology has the capability to quell all classes of fires, including electric fires, without causing collateral damage to property or equipment.

It accelerates fire incident response time and reduces the need to carry multiple types of fire extinguishers.

Currently, Ceasefire offers Watermist technology through portable extinguishers, hydrant systems & suppression systems.

The portable extinguisher range includes Ceasefire Greenmist, Ceasefire Hydro Pyro Quell System (CHPS) & Ceasefire Compressed Air Foam System.

Greenmist is a multipurpose fire extinguisher that can be used in place of powder based extinguishers.

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of using water or foam in the form of mist.

The system uses low pressure technology that is reliable and safe to use. The mist stream generated from the specially designed nozzle, helps shield a firefighter from fire’s radiated heat and thermal shock, providing protection not seen from most fire extinguishers.

After the portable extinguisher range, comes the range of Watermist Hydrant Systems, where ceasefire offers two variants namely CF2000 & CF3000. The later is a completely independent system that has inbuilt propellant & extinguishing agent, while CF2000 is directly connected to a pressurized water pipeline at the location.

An individual equipped with these powerful hydrant systems can attack a fire immediately without having to worry about whether the agent is appropriate for the type of fire, whether it will cause collateral damage to equipment or harm people. This is important because response time is the main factor that determines the extent of a fire’s harm to life and property.

While dousing a fire, mist quickly vaporizes in the fire zone and surrounding atmosphere and causes no harm to delicate equipment parts.

This avoid losses and get sites back to business faster.

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the requirements of each location they are installed in terms of size, layout and nature of equipment present. Under this range Ceasefire offers Kitchen Suppression system, Generator Autoquell System, Transformer Autoquell System, Indoor Autoquell System & Twin fluid based Self Activating Watermist Instant Flooding Technology (SWIFT).

The Kitchen Suppression system works as an advanced automated version of CHPS that specializes in Kitchen fires. The Transformer & Generator Autoquell systems are used for the protection of named equipments against fire. The atomization of water droplets makes extinguishing process efficient, without any risk of electrocution or short circuit. The Indoor Autoquell System can be used in place of normal sprinkler system, making fire fighting more effective.

The Twin fluid SWIFT System takes Watermist suppression range to a whole new level, as its ultra minute droplet size makes it fit to be used in computer & server rooms.

Something that wasn’t possible a few years ago. Ceasefire’s Watermist technology has indeed returned water its true old glory of being fire’s fiercest & strongest enemy.

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Safety without tampering enticement A safety guard must effectively prevent access to the hazardous area and the position monitoring must meet the requirements of the standards – these are the specific requirements to be met by a separating movable safety guard or door. In addition to that, it should not interfere with or affect the productivity of the machine or the process. At SPS/IPC/DRIVES 2012, the Schmersal Group will exhibit safety switchgear, which have been developed bearing these aspects in mind, thus contributing to the protection against tampering.

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he theme of “Tampering of safety guards” should not be underestimated. As a matter of fact, multiple investigations reveal that in approximately one-third of the inquired companies guards, protections and safety devices are being tampered (note 1). This means in particular that by tampering a safety device – i.e. by a conscientious, inappropriate intervention in the safety technology – it is faked or simulated to the machine control that the safety device would be fully operational, i.e. correctly closed and locked. However, the operator can actually run the machine in full automatic mode or observe the process with the safety guard open. In this situation, the operator is neither protected against the risk presented by hazardous machinery movements or projected parts nor against the risk of an unexpected restart of the machine.

Objective: reducing the enticement to tamper Such manipulations cannot be completely prevented. However, they can be made more difficult, thus minimising the risks. And during the construction of the machine, the designer can make sure that its productivity, its ergonomics and its performance is not affected by the safety appliances. This is one way to avoid creating a tampering

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enticement. These tasks are the machinery builder’s responsibility, not the machine user’s. However, on the user’s side, the company managers, the purchasers and the safety engineers have the obligation to choose a safe machine – which also means: featuring the highest possible protection against tampering. It is clear that the manufacturers of safety switchgear have done their duty with respect to tampering protection, as demonstrates the overview of the current innovations from the Schmersal Group.

Coding with RFID technology The CSS technology for the noncontact detection of a safety guard developed by Schmersal already has stood the test. The bi-directional communication between the safety switch (installed onto the machinery enclosure) and the actuator (installed on the safety guard) provides for an electronic, noncontact identification of the actuator or target by the safety switch. This feature increases the protection against tampering.

In a next stage – i.e. the RSS 36 safety sensor (Fig. 1) – the RFID technology integrated in the sensor enables the user to choose between three different coding variants. In the basic version, the sensor will accept any suitable target. A second version will only accept the target that has been taught upon the first www.ind-safety.com

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activation. And finally, a third version is available, in which the teaching process can be repeated an arbitrary number of times. In this way, the user can choose the best suitable coding variant for the intended application and therefore determine the degree of the tampering protection as well.

Figure 1: The integrated RFID technology provides for a high level of tampering protection.

Solenoid interlock with new concept This technology is also used in the new AZM300 (Fig. 2) solenoid interlock, which will be presented for the first time at SPS/ IPC/ DRIVES and which distinguishes itself clearly from all other solenoid interlocks offered on the market. The innovative interlock system in the form of a star handle, which keeps the U-shaped actuator in locking position, allows for large tolerances – a frequently asked feature by the machinery and plant builders. The latching force is adjustable; because of an innovative patented operating principle, the safety guard is actively drawn into the end position during the closing operation. Another advantage of this new safety switchgear is the hygienecompliant construction: because of its protection class IP 69K, it is also suitable for high-pressure cleaning.

Figure 2: Different at first sight: the AZM300 solenoid interlock will be presented for the first time at SPS/ IPC/ DRIVES.

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Figure 3: The ASi Safety communication standard increases the transparency in the safety circuit.

Signal evaluation: focus on system concepts requested Also at the next higher level, i.e. the evaluation of the safety-related signals, there are trends and innovations that make tampering more difficult or, what’s even better, are likely to enhance the acceptance of safety devices. These trends and innovations also include for instance the possibility to choose additional operating modes, e.g. for process observation or set-up mode.

In these cases, the machine can be operated with the safety guard open – provided that accurately defined safety conditions are met –, which facilitates the job to the staff.

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Figure 4: Master-monitorcombination and Safety Gateways are used to connect safety switchgear & the control system level. which enables a smooth individual configuration without programming, or with system solutions such as the Schmersal System, which will be presented at SPS/ IPC/ DRIVES 2012. With this system, the signals of the safety switchgear connected to the “AS-Interface Safety at Work” network can be directly transmitted to or processed for higher-level control systems through mastermonitor combinations and Safety Gateways (Fig. 4).

This feature does not only facilitate the mounting and installation of the components in the safety circuit, it also simplifies the configuration of the safety switchgear (e.g. with regard to safety-related connections, STOP category, filter times, etc.), which thus can be optimally adapted to the requirements of the application as well as to the process conditions.

What do the standards say?

The standards makers have acknowledged the relevance of the theme and have taken greater account of the tampering hazard.

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1088 (“Interlocking devices in combination with separating safety guards – principles for design and selection”) included an amendment, which meanwhile has been integrated into the current version of the standard. Also in the (still provisory) successor standard prEN ISO 14119, the tampering topic is treated with according vigilance and consideration.

This B-standard, which is listed under the Machinery Directive, addresses in the first place the machinery builders. It picks up the theme of the tampering of interlocking devices, provides the builder with assistance for the selection and design of interlocking devices and defines the corresponding requirements of the EN ISO 12100 more precisely. The central keyword here is: “reasonably foreseeable misuse”.

Approx. 25% of the accidents on machines are due to tampering In Germany, approximately 25% of all work accidents on machinery would be attributable to tampered safety devices. This corresponds to a number of approx. 20,000 occupational accidents with more or less serious consequences. Just because of that, the user should not take the theme too lightly.

For the record: in their capacity as employer, the machine owners are required (and compelled) by legal obligations to take action against tampering and to inform, instruct, sensitize and supervise their employees accordingly. This duty however become easier, when machinery is used, in which the safety devices and guards are optimally adapted to the machine processes and therefore do not present any tampering enticement.

A useful element for the selection of new machinery and plants as well as for the assessment of the existing machine park is the evaluation diagram drawn up by the German Association of Occupational Accident Insurance Funds (DGUV), which can be downloaded from the Internet (Note 2). The Swiss Accident Insurance Company (SUVA) has published a checklist (Note 3) for the procurement of machinery, aiming at enabling the selection of safe, ergonomic and tamper-proof machines. Useful notes and comments on the tampering protection theme can also be found on the website http://www.stop-defeating.org/, featuring a checklist for purchasing (tamperproof) machinery as well (Note 4)

Objective: eliminating tampering enticements In addition to that, the machinery buyers should generally make sure that the tampering of safety devices is made more difficult to the operator.

This can be realised, amongst other things, by using non-detachable actuator fixations, individually coded actuators and the concealed mounting of safety switchgear.

For the company manager, it anyhow is worth to pay the necessary attention to the theme – as a matter of fact, he has actually the obligation to do so. If the safety devices are integrated in the machines and the work processes so that the operator does not even notice them, he will no longer be tempted to tamper.

And when the machine operators are sensitized and the company has implemented a machine safety culture, there will be fewer risks during the machine operation.

Checklists for purchasing safe machines

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Leveraging proven technology for mass notification Introduction Mass Notification and emergency communication was first defined in 1997 by the United States Department of Defense (DoD) in an investigative document termed: “Khobar Towers Report”. The report was developed in response to the deadly terrorist bombing of an American Military housing complex in Saudi Arabia in 1996.

In summary, the report concluded that significant loss of life could have been reduced and even avoided entirely if there were an effective means of alarm and “mass notification” in place at the housing facility. A mass notification system provides information and instructions about emergency conditions in a building, area site, or other space. The objective of an MNS is to protect life by indicating the existence of an emergency situation and instructing people on the actions they should take through concise, accurate, timely, and well-directed messages.

The commentary on the Indian National Building Code (Part 4), Fire and Life Safety requires buildings 15m in height and above and apartment buildings with a height of 30m and above to have a communication system available to all floors and facilities for receiving emergency messages.

This article is provided to highlight the strategic advantages of providing stable, reliable, and proven MNS solutions.

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Getting Started When developing an MNS solution, the first step is to perform a risk analysis to determine the technology that is best suited for the facility.

Often, the security team provides a list of typical emergency and non-emergency incidents that they address throughout the life cycle of their campus.

NFPA Standard 1620 defines a risk analysis as follows: “to characterize the likelihood, vulnerability, and magnitude of incidents associated with natural, technological, and man-made disasters and other emergencies that address scenarios of concern, their probability, and their potential consequences.”

The goal is to anticipate and define the circumstances under which a mass notification system shall be utilized to protect lives. Once you have done that, the next step is to establish an appropriate response for any noted incident. Next we’ll explore the benefits of merging proven fire alarm and emergency voice solutions for the purpose of mass notification.

Fire Alarm Systems Integrated with Mass Notification Technology After the terrorist attacks in New York City, the industry focus shifted to providing real time emergency voice messages, rather than simply providing temporal emergency signals.

Fire alarm systems are required to provide both survivability and emergency operation performance.

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and little to no survivability during power outages. Fire alarm systems are regulated to provide both signal audibility as well as emergency message intelligibility during instances such as power failures.

This means that when integrating security and IT messaging systems, fire alarm systems provide a higher level of performance.

Mass Notification / Fire Alarm Integration Advantages Since fire alarm systems must be supervised and wiring faults must be reported, the user confidence in the system performance is ensured.

This is especially important when utilizing a fire alarm system for mass notification incident broadcasting.

Fire alarm systems are combined with various peripherals such as sensors and speakers which are considered “safe” units. In a “safe unit”, regulatory testing is performed

to ensure that unit construction will withstand the test of time and internal wiring of the unit does not have to be supervised.

Fire alarm systems undergo the most comprehensive laboratory testing to ensure survivability. For instance, emergency backup battery charging circuitry is evaluated for its potential to provide 24 hours of battery backup for both lightly and fully loaded system configurations.

Incident sequencing software is guaranteed to perform in a consistent manner without fault and with predictable timing.The software written for fire alarm control units often follows standards adopted in other life-safety critical environments including avionics, health-care, and nuclear facilities.

For the reasons mentioned above, mainly the remarkable reliability of all hardware, supervision of all external wiring,

well designed real-time embedded software routines, and system design and programming flexibility, fire alarm systems have become the defacto platforms for Mass Notification Solutions.

Mass Notification Market Potential According to recent market research, the global market for Mass Notification Systems is predicted to be $2.41 billion by the end of 2013 to an estimated $6.41 billion in 2018.

Summary The core objective of MNS is to save lives and reduce hardship by providing timely emergency messaging to all intended recipients. Manmade and natural disasters are unavoidable; the key to providing a successful solution is to understand the risks, plan in advance, and leverage proven life safety technology.

This article was co-authored by Jason Falbo and David Sylvester Jason Falbo, P.Eng, M.B.A., is the Vice-President, Engineering, at The Mircom Group of Companies.Jason has a background in Software Engineering and extensive experience in system interoperability, web-based technologies, and various standards for information/ data exchange.Prior to joining Mircom, Jason was heavily involved in the XML-based HL7 standard for electronic health records interchange which will soon transform our hospital networks and provide advance care and accurate patient information to a global network of practitioners.

David Sylvester, Past CFAA-VP, 309A Electrical M.E. BCIN 29276, is the Director of Research and Industry Affairs for Mircom Group of Companies. In addition to his full time role at MGC, David provides instruction in the Fire Protection Engineering Program at Seneca’s College of Applied Arts & Technology. David has over 23 years of Engineering Experience within Fire Protection and Life Safety Systems and with related services, as a designer, building systems manager and consultant. He is an accredited Master Electrician/ Electronic Technician with experience in electrical/fire alarm instruction/training.

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India relies on VdS certificates The ”Bureau of Indian Standards“ has become the next organi-zation to recommend VdS standards for optimum fire protection. // Approval from VdS, Europe´s number One institute for fire protection, guarantees the certified reliability of products. // Come see the exhibition of German top engineering for fire pro-tection at the Fire India, Hall 1-F11.

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dS guidelines, which are wellknown for their particularly high level of practice orientation, are being used as safety standards in a multi-tude of countries all over the world. The latest nation to put its trust in VdS guidelines is India, which continues to be one of the world´s most rapidly expanding economies, boasting economic growth of 5% in 2012. In its “Code of Practice“for automatic fire detection and alarm sys-tems, for example, the ”Bureau of Indian Standards“recommends the use of systems that have been approved with a VdS certificate. ”The standards announced by the Indian authorities are a recognition of both the achievements of our testing teams in the German VdS la-boratories and the skills and abilities of our clients who develop such reliable life-saving technologies“, states Jörg Wilms-Vahrenhorst, Head of the Fire Protection Department at

the German institute VdS. ”We are delighted that India has now joined the multitude of countries all over the world in recognizing our VdS certificate as a seal of ap-proval for high-quality safety and security.”

“In our high-tech world, there is a bewildering variety of electronic as well as mechanical systems protecting us from fire and theft. Thou-sands of complex technologies are available on the mar-ket”,emphasisesWilms.

“With the VdS approval, the most important factor is guaranteed forproducers and for customers: The certified reliability of products.”

The VdS certification mark provides guidance and creates trust – and thus equal benefits for both suppliers and consumers. A certification from Europe´s number One institute for fire protection and security documents the high quality and reliability of products.

It provides manufacturers with

clear positioning, thus giving them a crucial com-petitive advantage in the market.

The WIK Enquete(the most com-prehensive security sector survey in Europe) has in 2013 and for many years in row confirmed that the most important factor for the experts responsible for decisions concerning investments in safety and security technology is the VdS certification mark.

VdSis now additionally supporting its clients on the subcontinent with a new trade fair concept. At the “Fire India”, the countrieslargest fire protection exhibition (taking place in Mumbai from 24th - 26th Octo-ber), a variety of VdS clients will showcase their innovations at a joint exhibition stand under the claim“Rely on Fire Protection Made in Germany”. You can visit this exhibition of German top engineering in Hall 1-F11.

Caption: VdS-approved fire protection systems have proven that they will reliably save lives (as shown here in an EMC test). In-dian authorities now also recommend the standards produced by Europe’s top organization for safety & security.

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“As CEM approved partners we are pleased to be in the position to offer Kraft Foods a fully integrated and highly proven security solution. The AC2000 Lite system is a feature rich yet affordable solution that allows us to be able to meet Cadbury’s requirements and budget.”

Cadbury (Kraft Foods)

Kraft Foods is the world’s second largest food company with annual revenues of $49.2 billion. They operate in more than 75 countries and employ 127,000 individuals worldwide.

Tarun Gupta, Director Neural Integrated Systems

Kraft Foods in India required a feature rich access control system to secure their facility. Based on the customer requirements, CEM Approved Resellers, Neural Integrated Systems chose AC2000 Lite for the Kraft Foods facility.

Introduction The AC2000 Lite security management system can secure up to 64 doors spread across multiple locations.

Using sophisticated AC2000 Lite software features, Cadbury-Kraft Foods India can increase operational efficiency and protect against intruders or theft.

Solution Applications offered include AC2000 AED (Alarm & Event Display), AC2000 VIPPS (Visual Imaging Pass Production System) and the AC2000 Zone Monitor application which shows security what staff work in which areas/zones.

AC2000 VIPPS allows the user to produce permanent and temporary ID badges for staff and visitors to the Kraft offices and manufacturing facilities. This will ensure all those on site have an access card with the correct privileges to gain admission to areas throughout the building. If someone forces a door at an access point, the AC2000 AED application can be used to view the alarm and respond to it immediately in real time.

AC2000 Lite also provides access to AC2000 WEB, a suite of powerful and fully integrated browser based applications.

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a powerful web based tool to control and monitor visitor access from any location. AC2000 WEB Visitors is a cost effective way for multiple users within a facility to manage visitors without having dedicated access control software installed.

This powerful application allows the addition of new visitor details, scheduling of visits, a multitude of reports, the issuing of cards and the ability to remotely upload visitor images via the web prior to a scheduled visit and much more.

readers with the CEM AC2000 system range.

Utilising existing Ethernet connectivity without the need to set up additional cabling, the eDCM 300 is extremely easy to install.

With an internal database to hold offline transactions the eDCM 300 communicates directly with the AC2000 server, ensuring 24/7 card validation at all times. This ensures that the factory is always kept secure.

With the CEM AC2000 Lite security management system installed, the prestigious Kraft Facility has the highest of security measures in place.

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The business case for health and safety

By Maria Maniati, Research Officer at the British Safety Council

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iven that health and safety interventions require money, time, knowledge and workforce support, when the time comes to invest, employers sometimes find themselves asking the question ‘why bother?’ It’s a reasonable question, but it’s one that needs to be confronted. Many employers who manage health and safety in a sensible and proportionate way do not see it as a burden. For them, health and safety is an integral part of managing business risk; is about people, about taking care of one’s business; it is about enabling the workforce to play their roles while ensuring workplaces are kept healthy and safe.

For many organisations, it is about the reputation of the business and how it is perceived by key stakeholders and the public. A well managed health and safety system has a positive impact on productivity; it should be seen as an enabler, not as a brake on business success.

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Research conducted by insurance company Aviva in 2011 found that nearly two thirds of workers said they would work harder for an employer who invested in their health. The same study showed that 42% of the employers surveyed considered that a good work/life balance helps increase morale and productivity and 63% believed that a healthy workforce is more productive than an unhealthy one.

Apart from the effect on productivity, company image is a vital asset which can be directly affected by the business’s health and safety performance. Failures can have devastating impact on a company’s image, including media grilling, negative public opinion, criminal sanctions, unwanted attention, reduced sales and a fall in profits.

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unlikely that an organisation unable to control risks in the workplace will be either innovative or successful.

The benefits of health and safety interventions do not stop here.

Numerous companies have reported savings after implementing a new initiative or modifying a faulty procedure. In 2009 AstraZeneca, the global pharmaceutical company, reported savings after the implementation of a wellness programme that included health promotion activities and an ergonomically designed working environment.

The company saved £500,000 to £700,000 through improved productivity and £80,000 on health insurance costs; occupational accidents and illness fell by 61%.

At the end of the 1990s, the British Polythene Industries (BPI), one of the largest manufacturers of polythene film products worldwide, decided to engage in an ‘Osteopaths for Industry’ programme, in order to reduce the days lost due to musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs).

The main component of the programme was a new system, the Musculoskeletal Injury Management System, through which the company gained access to a national network of osteopaths, chiropractors and physiotherapists. In the first year of the initiative BPI reported savings of £192,000. Taking into account that the annual cost of the programme was approximately £16,000, BPI concluded that for every £1 spent, the organisation benefitted with savings of £12.

In 2006 British Gas, one of the UK’s leading domestic energy suppliers and employer of 30,000 people, focused on managing its road risks to cut down driving injuries and make financial savings. New gadgets were incorporated in every vehicle, including speed limiters and incident analysis equipment. The company also

introduced electronic driver licence checks and a brand new Driver Risk Management System (DRMS). The DRMS resembled an ‘evaluation system’, which allocated points according to the number of incidents the driver had been involved in.

The higher a driver was rated in terms of the risk, the more hours of intensive driver development training they had to attend. British Gas estimated that the number of incidents fell by 30%, and the company saved over £2m in vehicle repairs to its own fleet alone. Picking up the ‘why bother?’ question again, we can see there is a great deal of evidence saying exactly why we should bother.

Any hesitation or denial about sound and appropriate investment in health and safety is nonsensical given the existing evidence.

The data concerning the business case for sound and proportionate investment in health and safety is clear. Rare are cases where an organisation did not benefit one way or another from the introduction of a wellness programme or a risk assessment; few companies regret spending money on health and safety initiatives.

The goal is to help business understand the potential costs of poorly managed health and safety and the benefits that properly focused and resourced initiatives can produce. Effective health and safety will follow when there is a widespread recognition of the benefits that can be achieved through sensible and proportionate risk management.

With powerful voices determined to discredit health and safety, there is a long way to go in raising its profile.

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Thermal imaging cameras prevent fires at Korean coal power plant

To avoid the risk of spontaneous combustion in the coal conveyor system at the Dangjin Coal Fired Power Complex (DCFPC) in South Korea the owner of the plant, the Korea East-West Power Company (EWP), has installed a fire warning system based on thermal imaging cameras. By detecting a rise in temperature long before it rises to the point where the coal reaches combustion the thermal imaging cameras help ensure the plant safety and continuity of power production.

H FLIR A310 thermal imaging cameras are mounted in protective housings above the coal transport belts.

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uge quantities of coal are stored in bunkers, silos, hoppers and open air stockpiles, but coal is a combustible material, making it susceptible to a variety of ignition scenarios. One of the most frequent and most dangerous causes of coal fires is spontaneous combustion.

This can occur in any location where coal is stored or transported. Coal can start oxidizing with the oxygen in the air. This causes a rise in temperature.

At first the coal’s temperature climbs just above the ambient temperature, but if left unchecked it can rise to above 400 degrees Celsius, causing the coal to bursts into flame.

During the pre-combustion oxidization process the coal can also

produce large amounts of methane and carbon monoxide gases. The toxic and explosive gases can further complicate the efforts of firefighters to extinguish these coal fires. It is

This thermal image shows the temperature alarm going off during one of the tests performed by the EWP personnel.

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The FLIR A310 thermal imaging cameras are mounted over the conveyor belt in waterproof protective housings.

Tests by EWP employees have clearly shown that the thermal imaging early fire warning system is very effective in preventing coal fires.

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The footage and thermal data from the seven FLIR A310 thermal imaging cameras is sent to the PLC and to the control room.

The PLC immediately stops the conveyor belt and activates the sprinkler system when the temperature alarm is triggered.

therefore of utmost importance that these fires are detected in an early stage, so an actual fire can be prevented.

That is why many coal storage plants are enhanced with thermal imaging cameras. Unlike smoke detectors, which require the production of smoke to function, an early warning system based on thermal imaging technology can detect the rise in temperature long before the coal ignites. Based on this early warning measures can be taken to halt the rise in temperature, preventing the actual combustion and the devastating coal fire that would follow. One of the companies that have realized the potential of thermal imaging technology for fire prevention in coal storage plants is the Korea East-West Power Company (EWP). It operates five power plants, including the Dangjin Coal Fired Power Complex (DCFPC). The DCFPC has total power generation capacity of 4,000 Mega Watts from eight coalfired units.

plant’s personnel and likely destroy part of the conveyor system, it would also cause power generation to come to a complete stop. “This scenario is not acceptable”, says Kim Young Min manager at DCFPC. “That is why we installed a number of FLIR thermal imaging cameras.”

The Environment Facility Team of the DCFPC chose to build their early fire warning system around the FLIR A310 thermal imaging camera.

“Before we installed the FLIR A310 thermal imaging cameras we tested them extensively to make sure this system would work and we were very happy with the results”, explains Kim Young Min. “The FLIR A310 thermal imaging camera can detect the slightest rise in temperature and it will not only automatically alert personnel, it will also trigger the automatic sprinkler system. This way the fire prevention system can automatically prevent or extinguish coal fires, enhancing plant safety and ensuring the continuity of the power production.”

Risky coal transport To transport the coal to the boilers a conveyor belt system of several kilometers in length is used.

During the transport the chance of spontaneous combustion is even higher than in storage facilities where the coal lies still. When the bituminous coal ignites the fire would not only be dangerous for the

Automatic temperature alarm One FLIR A310 thermal imaging camera is installed at the storage end, checking the coal as it enters the conveyor system. As the coal is transported to the boilers at a speed of four meters per second several additional FLIR A310

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All about standards for fire safety and conformity in India Dr. Channa Ghosh, HSSE Expert

Introduction

Walking into an evening party and asking for directions to the nearest medicine shop, may get you puzzled with lots of suggestions. Most of the suggestions will be different, some may be conflicting and some may even be incorrect. This is an analogy that applies well to fire safety standards in India. Identifying the laws, codes and standards that might apply to a particular project or operation or installation is only a small part of the challenge.

We also have to understand the interrelation, dependency, balance and coordination among related laws, codes and standards.

Often, there are multiple paths or options in the codes and standards that ultimately lead to the compliance to legal requirements. Further, the same project or operation or installation may come under jurisdiction of many authorities and each authority may be having specific roles to play. Identifying all the authorities is important because each may impose different requirements.

With respect to codes and standards, it all starts with laws.

The laws might simply empower an authority or office to enforce rules & regulations. For building construction in India, generally the law might be passed by a state legislature requiring a state agency to write, adopt or administer a building code. For fire protection, the law passed by a state legislature might empower the state fire services authority to write, adopt or administer a code or standard. Codes specify what and where, while standards, rules and regulations say how. Although building codes and fire related rules & regulations might require 128 | OCTOBER 2013 | INDUSTRIAL SAFETY REVIEW

certain fire protection systems such as fire barriers and fire doors, automatic sprinklers or fire detection and alarm systems, they typically do not list the specific application, design, installation and performance requirements of the materials and equipments. For most equipment and components, there exists product or material specific standard or code.

Laws related to Fire Prevention & Fire Fighting

In India, the subject ‘Fire Protection and Control’ was included in the 7th Schedule of the Constitution.

Plethora of legislations were introduced to ensure fire prevention and fire fighting in various domains of civic life, as well as commercial and industrial activities and establishments.

Recently enforcement of laws in various states, specific to schools and hospitals, is in the top of the news. Fire prevention and protection often become “State” subjects which mean that the responsibility lies primarily with the State Governments. Therefore, the main rules for fire prevention and protection are laid in the form of State Regulations or Municipal Bye-laws.

Fire Services Acts & Rules at state level

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and firefighting equipments in order to maintain optimal active fire protection and passive fire protection measures. The Delhi Fire Prevention and Fire Safety Act, 1986 was notified by the Government of India December,1986 and rules framed thereunder were in force from 2nd March, 1987 until July 2, 2010. However, the said Delhi Fire Service Prevention & Fire Safety Act 1986 and Rules 1987 stand repeated by a more exhausted act called Delhi Fire Service Act 2007 (Delhi Act 2 of 2009) and Delhi Fire Service Rules 2010 notified respectively.

Moreover, a typical fire safety Act includes administrative sections about the rule-making and enforcement process, and substantive sections dealing with fire suppression equipment, particular hazards such as containers and transportation for combustible materials, and specific rules for hazardous occupancies, industrial processes, and exhibitions.

Sections may establish the requirements for obtaining permits or licenses and specific precautions required to remain in compliance with a permit or license.

Once a license is issued, the prescribed authority or another delegated authority may inspect the site and monitor fire safety, with the power to stop operations, in case of incompliant practices observed.

As per provisions of Section 3 of The Maharashtra Fire Prevention and Life Safety Measures Act 2006, the owner or occupier of the building has to certify through licensing agency that the fire prevention and life safety arrangements are maintained in the building. Any new construction or renovation generally requires, obtaining No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the fire services department.

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Generally, State fire prevention and fire safety act and rules, complement the building codes.

Hence, many State / City authorities have made National Building Code 2005 as part of the Building Rules / Fire Protection Rules for mandatory effect. As per provisions of Maharashtra Fire Prevention & Life Safety Measures Act 2006, provisions of Part - 4 of NBC 2005 are mandatory for all upcoming building in the state.

Presently, in most of the states, the fire license is issued based on the adherence to National Building Code provisions with respect to fire safety. To ensure safety of buildings and their occupants, the Building Bye-laws were adopted and duly notified by the Delhi Administration of 23rd June 1983. The Building Byelaws are further being up-dated.

Some of the sate acts are – • Delhi Fire Service Act 2007 (Delhi Act 2 of 2009) and Delhi Fire Service Rules 2010

• Maharashtra Fire Prevention & Life Safety Measures Act 2006 • Karnataka Fire Force Act, 1964 and Rules, 1971 • The Andhra Pradesh Fire Service Act, 1999 • The Orissa Fire Service Act, 1993 • The Uttar Pradesh Fire Prevention and Fire Safety Act, 2005 • The West Bengal Fire Services Act, 1950 • The Tamil Nadu Fire Service Act, 1985 • The Himachal Pradesh FireFighting Services Act, 1984 • The Kerala Fire Force Act, 1962

A committee constituted by the Gujarat state government had suggested in its report that a Fire Safety Tax be introduced in the state to ensure implementation of fire safety measures in high rise buildings.

Other fire related Acts and Rules

Apart from the state acts and rules, number of new legislations introduced by the Indian government and existing regulations revised. To name a few - Explosives Act, Factories Act and State Rules, Petroleum Act & Rules, The Cinematograph Act, Manufacture Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemical Rules, Gas Cylinder rules, Hazardous waste management and handling rules, Chemical Emergency Preparedness & Response Rules etc.

Very recently on 21st June 2013, Directorate General of Mine Safety (DGMS) through a gazette notification, stated that high pressure storage vessels and hoses, used for firefighting shall conform to requirements stipulated in the relevant Indian standards. Oil Industry Safety Directorate has come out with several directives, e.g., OISD 116 for fire protection system in refineries, OISD 194 for unloading, storage and regasification of liquefied natural gas (LNG), OISD 115 guidelines on INDUSTRIAL SAFETY REVIEW | OCTOBER 2013 | 129

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firefighting equipment and appliances in petroleum industry etc.

Some important requirements of Factories Act 1948 & State Rules are – approved layout of fire fighting equipments, building stability, calculation for requirements of fire fighting equipments, requirements related to emergency routes & exits, requirements on elevated floors, testing & maintenance of fire fighting equipments, training of personnel etc.

Requirements of Explosives Act and rules there under include - licenses for manufacture, storage, transportation, sale, use of fireworks, explosives, flammable liquids, solids, gases etc and specifications or requirements related to tanks, personnel training, markings, equipment etc. These also specify limitations on locations and quantities of specific flammables, specific uses etc. Manufacture Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemical Rules is a set of rules prescribing minimum requirements to prevent fire and explosion hazards arising from manufacture, storage, handling, or use of hazardous materials, or from other specific hazardous conditions.

National Building Code

BIS has published Part-IV of NBC, which contain revamped fire safety norms through detailed provisions on Fire Prevention, Life Safety and Fire Protection. NBC (Part -IV) Fire Protection which deals with fire prevention, protection and guidance by specifying standards for construction, plumbing, electric installations including wiring, safety, sanitation, lighting, ventilation, heating and airconditioning etc.

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components and other restrictions and requirements necessary to minimize danger to life from fire, smoke, fumes or panic before the building can be evacuated.

The Code recognizes that safety of life is more than a matter of means of exits and accordingly deals with various matters which are considered essential to the safety of life.

NBC also put emphasis on involvement of Qualified & Trained Fire Protection Engineers from the very beginning. NBC also suggests that it is desirable to use such equipment/ installation duly certified under the BIS Certifications Marks Scheme.

National Building Code 2005 provides nine Classification of Buildings, three types of fire zones and four types of construction.

Classification of Buildings are mentioned below • Group A Residential • Group B Educational • Group C Institutional • Group D Assembly • Group E Business • Group F Mercantile • Group G Industrial • Group H Storage • Group J Hazardous Further, Annex-C of NBC-2005 provides some very useful additional provisions specific to High rise buildings, which includes, construction, lifts, fire lifts, basement, service duct/ shafts, refuse area, electrical services, gas supply, illumination of means of exit, transformer, air-conditioning, first aid fire fighting appliance, fire alarm system, lightening protection, fire control room, compartmentation, materials for interior decoration/ furnishing etc. Annex-D provides useful information on fire protection considerations for venting in Industrial buildings. Annex-E provides guidelines for fire drill and evacuation procedures for high rise buildings.

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involve unreasonable hardships or unnecessary inconvenience, insist upon compliance with minimum standards for fire safety necessary in public interest.

The objective of this code is to specify measures that will provide that degree of safety from fire which is practical and can be reasonably achieved.

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Fire Fighting Sectional Committee, CED 22 of Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is engaged in formulation of Indian Standards on Fire Fighting equipments/extinguishers using water, carbon dioxide, foam, dry powder and halon as extinguishing agents. BIS has formulated more than 100 standards on fire fighting including standards on various type of fire tenders, fire engines, trailer pumps, high capacity portable pump sets etc.

Safety of the occupants of the buildings is the fundamental requirement that the owner and the professionals involved endeavor to achieve. Fire Safety Sectional Committee, CED 36 of BIS has formulated a series of Indian Standards pertaining to General requirements and specific to various buildings & industries. BIS has formulated 38 standards on fire safety in buildings, 132 standards on fire fighting equipments & systems. Some of the important standards formulated by BIS are as follows – • IS 1641:1988 Code of practice for fire safety of buildings (general) : General principles of fire grading and classification (first revision) • IS 1642:1989 Code of practice for fire safety of buildings (general) : Details of construction • IS 1643:1988 Code of practice for fire safety of buildings (general) : Exposure hazard • IS 1644:1988 Code of practice for fire safety of buildings (general) : Exit requirements • IS 1646:1997 Code of practice for www.ind-safety.com

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• IS 949 ‘Functional Requirements for Emergency (Rescue) Tender’ • IS 950 ‘Functional Requirements for Water Tender, Type B for Fire Brigade use’

Phase out of Halon

India has ratified Montreal Protocol Treaty in 1992 and obligated to phase out use of Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) including Halons.

In view of the phasing out of halons as per Montreal Protocol, BIS has also formulated 14 standards and updated existing standards on halon alternatives. For example, Stored pressure ABC powder extinguisher, CO2 light weight squeeze grip valve type extinguisher, Hepta fluoro propane (HFC-227), HCFC blend – A, HCFC 125, Nitrogen – IG 100 (N2), Inergen – IG 541 (N2, Ar, CO2), Argonite – IG 55 (Ar, N2), Argotec – Argon IG 01, Water Mist System, CO2 Incabinet subfloor and total flooding systems etc.

Tariff Advisory Committee (TAC)

Tariff advisory committee was a statutory Body under Insurance Act 1938. The fire protection manual of Tariff advisory committee became very popular amongst the industries, not only because it serves the purpose for insurance, but also due to availability of some useful the technical information. In 2001, TAC was dissolved and Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) has come into existence.

The certification by TAC has been discontinued since 2001.

Though, TAC was dissolved several years back, still the technical information and specifications are being found very useful by fire safety professionals.

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standards, are referred time to time. For example, British Standard BS 9999 – Code of Practice for Fire Safety in the Design Management and Use of Buildings, had been referred several times by Indian architects.

The most popular and widely used standard across the world, the NFPA was formed in 1896 in USA. Currently, NFPA is responsible for 300 codes and standards that are designed to minimize the risk and effects of fire by establishing criteria for building, processing, design, service, and installation in the United States, as well as many other countries. It has more than 200 technical codes and standard development committees.

Some of the most widely used NFPA codes are: • NFPA 1 - Provides requirements to establish a reasonable level of fire safety and property protection in new and existing buildings.

• NFPA 10 - Standard for portable fire extinguishers • NFPA 13 – sprinkler system • NFPA 54 - National Fuel Gas Code: The safety benchmark for fuel gas installations.

• NFPA 70 — National Electrical Code, The world’s most widely used and accepted code for electrical installations.

• NFPA 70B — Recommended Practice for Electrical Equipment Maintenance • NFPA 70E — Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace • NFPA 72 — National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code • NFPA 101 — Life Safety Code, Establishes minimum requirements for new and existing buildings to protect building occupants from fire, smoke, and toxic fumes.

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Response • NFPA 921 — Guide for Fire and Explosion Investigations • NFPA 1001 — Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications • NFPA 1123 — Code for Fireworks Display • NFPA 1670 — Standard on Operations and Training for Technical Search and Rescue Incidents • NFPA 1901 — Standard for Automotive Fire Apparatus • NFPA 2001 – Clean agent fire extinguishing systems Further, some of the most widely used standards released by International Organization for Standardization (ISO) are: • ISO/TR 13387- 1, Fire safety engineering ─ Part 1: Application of fire performance concepts to design objectives • ISO/TR 13387- 2, Fire safety engineering ─ Part 2: design fire scenarios and design fires • ISO/TR 13387- 3, Fire safety engineering ─ Part 3: Assessment and verification of mathematical fire models • ISO/TR 13387- 4, Fire safety engineering ─ Part 4: Initiation and development of fire and generation of fire effluents • ISO/TR 13387- 5, Fire safety engineering ─ Part 5: Movement of fire effluents • ISO/TR 13387- 6, Fire safety engineering ─ Part 6: Structural response and fire spread beyond the enclosure origin • ISO/TR 13387-7, Fire safety engineering ─ Part 7: Detection, activation and suppression • ISO/TR 13387- 8, Fire safety engineering ─ Part 8: Occupant behavior, location and condition • ISO 13571 Life-threatening components of fire ─ Guidelines for the estimation of time available for escape using fire data • ISO 13943 Fire safety ─

Vocabulary • ISO 16312 -1, Guidance for assessing the validity of physical fire models for obtaining fire toxicity data for fire hazard and risk assessment ─ Part 1: Criteria • ISO 19701, Methods for sampling and analysis of fire effluents • ISO 19702, Toxicity testing of fire effluents ─ Guidance for analysis of gases and vapours in fire effluents using FTIR gas analysis • ISO 19703, Generation and analysis of toxic gases in fire ─ Calculation of species yields, equivalence ratios and combustion efficiency in experimental fires • ISO 19706:2007(E) ‘Guidelines for Assessing the Fire Threat to People’ issued by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO)

Conclusion

A major fire had happened at a jewelers store at Punjagutta, Hyderabad in 2006 in which three people perished due to improper fire safety measures. However, buildingcum-jewellery store owner, against whom prosecution was launched, escaped with a paltry fine of Rs 15,000. Fire Services officials are contemplating raising the penalty to a minimum of Rs two lakh and the jail term from three months to two years by amending the AP Fire Services Act, 1999.

In India, we have extensive legislations and standards, but real implementation of these legislations always remains very poor. Strong enactment of legislations and standards will definitely improve the compliance level in the country and we may not end up losing more than 53 people every day due to fire incidents. Further, to demonstrate the gravity of the situation and uniform implementation of fire laws across the country, the central government should seriously think of implementing a Fire Prevention & Protection Act at National level. www.ind-safety.com

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Current status and trends in fire safety in Indian industries Dr. Channa Ghosh, HSSE Expert

Introduction

Since Independence, India has lost several lives and property worth billions in fire related incidents.

Fire hazards are a common threat to establishments across sectors and regions. Accidental fires and explosions generally occur, when combustibles are produced, stored, transported or utilized in a hostile environment and under unsafe conditions. Over past few decades, Indian industries have gone through a massive technological advancement and modernization of plant, machineries and operating systems.

However, this rapid modernization could not bring a significant positive impact in the fire accident scenario in the Indian industries. Rather, rapid modernization of industries, have made the scenario more complex and detrimental. Many a times, pressure of cost reduction and stringent time schedule is leading to compromisation in design and other safety aspects.

The Global Context

In 1993 the United Nations Environment Program created a major industrial accident database, which was originally compiled by the Organization for Economic

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Number of major accidents per decade in the period 1917-2011 (white: developed, dark:developing)

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Cooperation and Development and was extended to cover the years 1990-2011. The data base shows a very high number of major accidents in India and out of 15 incidents recorded as major, 11 were caused by fire & explosion. Another source shows that from 1969 to 1993 over a period of 25 years, major fire incidents, occurred worldwide claimed 3300 lives. At the beginning of the 21th century, the population of the Earth is 7,000,000,000 and annually 7,000,000 -8,000,000 fires are reported with 70,000 –80,000 fire deaths and 500,000 –800,000 fire injuries.

Fire Accident Scenario in India

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Fire Incidents Trends 2011-2012

Source: National Crime Record Bureau ‘fire accidents’ was 5.9% of various causes of accidental deaths in the country. The record also shows that 12.0% of accidental deaths in Daman & Diu were due to ‘fire’ and 15.7% deaths in D & N Haveli were due to ‘factory/machine accidents’.

Mumbai and Bangalore has reported 151 and 137 accidental cases of ‘fire (cooking gas cylinder/stove burst)’, which caused 151 and 142 deaths. However 18.0% and 17.3% of deaths in Ranchi and Jamshedpur respectively were due to ‘fire’ accidents in 2012. The NCRB report also reveals that in India 53 persons die every day due to fire accidents.

The number of accidents cased due to ‘fire’ has decreased by 5.3% (from 24,576 in 2011 to 23,281 in 2012).

‘India Risk Survey- 2012’ conducted by FICCI identified fire as the 3rd largest risk in the country after Information & Cyber Security and Terrorism. However,

Overall Risk Ranking

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while examining top six risks as per the geographic locations the most remarkable result noticed when respondents from outside India placed terrorism as their fourth critical risk and have placed fire as major risk affecting their businesses in India.

The risk of fire being detrimental to life and business has been rated as number three in IT Industry. Companies falling under the manufacturing sector, like engineering goods, automobiles, cement, garment, tyres, paints have rated fire as the topmost risks. The number of fire incidents and losses suffered are quite high in India in Government/PSU sector and this sector has placed risk of fire at number four. Emergency Response Mechanism is also rated as an important risk for the government/ PSU sector. Fire accidents have often resulted in major network outages for several telecom companies in India and abroad. No wonder why fire is rated as the number one risk by the telecom companies.

Fire has been one of the oldest risks around us and much has been done to control it. However, it still continues to be the most destructive threat to life and property. In addition, awareness towards fire safety has not been quite forthcoming. During many incidents, in recent times, industrial establishments in various sectors have been found flouting fire safety norms. www.ind-safety.com

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and use of sub-standard quality of electrical gadgets have been the main factors contributing to the increasing electrical fire accidents in industries.

Fire Safety Initiatives taken so far in India

Causes of Industrial Fires in India

Investigations into recent and earlier fire incidents have not only revealed that fire occurred due to sheer negligence, but also have clearly demonstrated some of the major shortcomings in our fire prevention and fire fighting capabilities across the country. Various core sectors of the Indian industry include – Oil & Gas, Energy & Power, Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals, Metals/ Minerals and Steel, Cement, Coal, Telecom & IT, Automotives, Textile etc.

Industrial domains in which most of these industrial sectors operate are - Storage, Process, Utilities (Power, Steam, Nitrogen etc.), Transportation, People (Operating and Support Staff). Critical analysis of the past accidents reveals that the causes of industrial accidents remain in each of these domains.

Some common probable causes of industrial fire and explosion accidents are • Process deviations i.e., pressure, temperature & flow.

• Electrical failure • Hot work (Cutting, welding etc) • Open flame • Carelessness • Poor housekeeping • Smoking • Parameters with regard to the state of the substance i.e., solid, liquid or gas and proximity to other compatible substances.

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• Hardware failure, resulting in large-scale spills of flamable substances.

• Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosion (BLEVE) • Sabotage

While responding to a right to information petition, Mumbai’s fire department indicates that electrical short circuit and careless disposal of cigarettes/matches are important causes of fire in Mumbai. This is followed by flames from stoves/candles, firecrackers and over-heating of gadgets. A report published in The Hindu on November 14, 2012, states that overheating, ageing of the material

Since independence, a lot of initiatives have been taken in India to ensure and strengthen fire safety measures in the country. Plethora of legislations were introduced, fire services departments in each state were strengthen, fire safety equipment market was boosted by the insurance companies and several fire prevention and fire fighting initiatives were taken by Indian industries at design and operational stage.

Legislations

Fire prevention and protection often become “State” subjects which mean that the responsibility lies primarily with the State Governments.

Therefore, the main rules for fire prevention and protection are laid in the form of State Regulations or Municipal Bye-laws. However, at the national level, there is the National

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Building Code Part IV which deals with fire prevention, protection and guidance by specifying standards for construction, plumbing, electric installations including wiring, safety, sanitation, lighting, ventilation, heating and air-conditioning etc.

Apart from the above, number of new legislations introduced and existing regulations revised. To name a few - inclusion of the subject ‘Fire Protection and Control’ in the 7th Schedule of the Constitution, Explosives Act and Rules there under, State Rules for provision of Fire Fighting Equipment under the Factories Act, Petroleum Act & Rules, The Cinematograph Act, Manufacture Storage and Import of Hazardous Chemical Rules, Hazardous waste management and handling rules, Chemical Emergency Preparedness & Response Rules etc.

Fire Services

Development of Indian fire service was influenced by India’s political

and historical association with Britain. Regular fire services in India was first established in Bombay (1803), followed by Calcutta (1822), Delhi (1867), Madras (1908) and thus completed 200 years. In 1997, Ministry of Home Affairs declared that a total of 1754 (excluding 278 tailor-made fire stations operating exclusively in industrial sector) fire stations with 5149 fire appliances/vehicles and 50,730 fire professionals are functioning throughout India.

Presently, fire prevention and fire fighting services are organized by the concerned states, and Union Territories. Fire services in India come under the 12th schedule of the Constitution under the provisions of Article 243W of the Constitution.

The performance of functions listed in the 12th schedule comes under the domain of municipalities.

The state fire services have their own organizational structure, administrative setup, funding

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mechanism, training facilities and equipment. Somehow, the fire service in India has not got the attention it needs and deserves.

The fire brigades in India remained heterogeneous in character and majority of them continued to remain ill-equipped and differently organized.

Fur ther, this is needless to say that most of the fire stations suffer due to lack of capability in terms of training and resources to understand and combat industrial fires. While international standards recommend fire station after every three kms, in India, fire stations are often found at far off locations. Moreover, their response time sometimes exceeds beyond 30 minutes.

Indian Fire Safety Industry

The total world market for fire protection business shows an upward trend. Estimated worldwide market size is approximately US$58 billion and expected to grow to around $73 billion by 2015. Indian fire protection market (approx size of Rs.3400 crores) is also expanding at a rapid rate to meet the growing demand from the user segment. The India fire safety equipment market is forecasted to grow to a value of around $4.26 billion by the end of 2017. Currently, there are more than 60 companies with pan India presence for Fire Protection.

The fire protection market in India is highly fragmented and majorly dominated by unorganized players with regional presence.

Large refineries, petrochemical complexes, biotechnology ventures, pharmaceutical, automobile, steel, other manufacturing projects and oil/gas exploration programme have need for specialized fire protection systems. The fire-fighting industry in India has tremendous potential.

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2013 will see a surge in demand for fire protection systems and equipments.

Customers are also becoming more conscious of the importance of having a reliable fire protection in place. Even one or two decades earlier, the biggest challenge for the customer was to get the right product at right price. Most of the sophisticated or technologically superior products were imported.

However, the scenario has been changing, as many companies have intended to start their fire protection equipment manufacturing and R&D facilities in India.

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Apart from some large industries, especially in the PSUs in oil & gas, power and mining sector have some effort to build their capability to become self sufficient in fire fighting.

However, most of the Industries started focusing on fire proof Plant component design, Operation and control, Maintenance and monitoring, Inspection and repair, Training, Mitigation of consequences and Safety systems, like, • systems preventing deviation from permissible operating conditions • systems preventing failure of safety-related components • safety-related utility supplies • alarm systems • technical protective measures • prevention of human and organizational errors Further, while focusing on the risk of fire, few corporates have made efforts to train their employees on fire safety aspects. They have also jointly conducted fire safety mock drills on regular basis with the state fire departments. In February 2012, a woman corporate employee died when her rope snapped during mock fire drill in a high rise building

in Bangalore. This did take place due to insufficient of training of the fire fighting personnel, low quality of equipment and poor medical response.

Need for concerted efforts

The understanding of causes of fire incidents helped us to learn a most important lesson that no place is immuned to fire. The situation is alarming and needs to be improved immediately. There is an urgent need for all the states to get vulnerability analysis done of all densely populated, important and hazardous locations in various states, assess and fix the requirement of equipment and manpower, spread awareness amongst the people regarding do’s and don’ts so that such incidents are prevented and if they occur, they are tackled promptly. The government requires enormous funds and time to create a new system for a large country like India. Hence, there is a great opportunity to create publicprivate partnership for effective emergency response system, which can be achieved in much quicker Timeframe.

Fire departments across the country are in imperative need of additional funds to modernize and upgrade their equipments as well as manpower skills. The recent fire incident in a hospital in Kolkata has added another new dimension to fire accident. The incident could have reached a completely different magnitude, leading into an even worse tragedy, if the teletherapy machine in the hospital had been damaged due to the fire.

The Mayapuri incident is an eye opening incident, which shows what can happen if a radiological device gets damaged. There is more than an urgent need to ensure that the fire services are well equipped and trained to respond to all possible vulnerabilities resulting out of fire accidents.

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Fire Safety Principles and Precautions : An Industry Oriented Insight

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ire safety refers to precautions that are taken to prevent or reduce the likelihood of a fire that may result in death, injury, or property damage, alert those in a structure to the presence of an uncontrolled fire in the event one occurs, better enable those threatened by a fire to survive in and evacuate from affected areas, or to reduce the damage caused by a fire. Fire safety measures include those that are planned during the construction of a building or implemented in structures that are already standing, and those that are taught to occupants of the building.

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As previously stated, a copy of the approved fire safety plan shall be available for the responding fire department. This, however, is not always the case. Up until now, all fire plans were stored in paper form in the fire department. The problem with this is that sorting and storing these plans is a challenge, and it is difficult for people to update their fire plans. Fire safety is often a component of building safety. Those who inspect buildings for violations of the Fire Code and go into schools to educate children on Fire Safety topics are fire department members known as fire prevention officers.

The Chief Fire Prevention Officer or Chief of Fire Prevention will normally train newcomers to the Fire Prevention Division and may also conduct inspections or make presentations.

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Some common fire hazards : • Kitchen fires from unattended cooking, such as frying, broiling, and simmering • Electrical systems that are overloaded, resulting in hot wiring or connections, or failed components • Combustible storage areas with insufficient protection • Combustibles near equipment that generates heat, flame, or sparks • Candles and other open flames • Smoking (Cigarettes, cigars, pipes, lighters, etc.)

• Equipment that generates heat and utilizes combustible materials • Flammable liquids and aerosols • Flammable solvents (and rags soaked with solvent) placed in enclosed trash cans • Fireplace chimneys not properly or regularly cleaned • Cooking appliances - stoves, ovens • Heating appliances - fireplaces, wood burning stoves, furnaces, boilers, portable heaters • Household appliances - clothes dryers, curling irons, hair dryers, refrigerators, freezers • Chimneys that concentrate creosote • Electrical wiring in poor condition • Batteries • Personal ignition sources matches, lighters • Electronic & electrical equipment • Exterior cooking equipment www.ind-safety.com

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But the unfortunate story is they end up buying spurious or substandard products which sometimes do not perform at the nick of the moment when it should. An extinguisher for e.g.

Fire code

The Fire code (also Fire prevention code or Fire safety code) is a model code adopted by the state or local jurisdiction and enforced by fire prevention officers within municipal fire departments. It is a set of rules prescribing minimum requirements to prevent fire and explosion hazards arising from storage, handling, or use of dangerous materials, or from other specific hazardous conditions.

It complements the building code.

The fire code is aimed primarily at preventing fires, ensuring that necessary training and equipment will be on hand, and that the original design basis of the building, including the basic plan set out by the architect, is not compromised. The fire code also addresses inspection and maintenance requirements of various fire protection equipment in order to maintain optimal active fire protection and passive fire protection measures.

Fire safety plan

During a fire emergency, a copy of the approved fire safety plan must be available for the responding fire departments use.

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• Location of people with special needs • Connections to sprinkler system

• Layout, drawing, and site plan of building

• Maintenance schedules for life safety systems • Personnel training and fire drill procedures • Use of fire safety plans

About the National Electrical Code®

NFPA has been the developer and publisher of NFPA 70®, National Electrical Code® (NEC®) since 1911. The NEC continues to be the most widely used code for the built environment in the world, establishing the standard for safe electrical installations. The code has been adopted in nearly every state in the U.S., in many territories, and in several countries.

The Ontario Fire Code, Section 2.8, requires the establishment and implementation of a Fire Safety Plan for every building containing a Group A or B occupancy, and to every building required by the Building Code to have a fire alarm system. This plan is required to be acceptable to the Chief Fire Official.

Upon Discovery of Fire:

• Leave fire area immediately and always remain calm, move quickly and quietly out the appropriate exit.

• Close all doors behind you.

• Use closest Exit Door or Stairway to leave building immediately • Phone 911. (State there is a fire and indicate the correct address and location of the fire in the building).

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• Initiate evacuation procedures.

Responsibilities of staff

Responsibility of Owner 1) Appoint a Building Manager responsible for fire safety.

2) Establish emergency procedures to be followed at the time of an emergency.

3) Appoint and organize designated staff to carry out fire safety duties.

4) Instruct staff and other occupants of their responsibilities for fire safety.

5) Ensure maintenance of building fire and life safety systems.

6) Provide alternate measures for the safety of occupants during shutdown of fire protection equipment.

7) Assure that checks, tests and inspections, as required by the Fire Code, are completed on schedule and that records are retained.

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Responsibility of Building Manager 1. Maintain a current approved Fire Safety Plan.

2. Ensure that all provisions set out in the Fire Safety Plan are carried out.

3. Know and comply with all appropriate regulations, codes or acts.

4. Designate and train sufficient staff to fulfil these fire safety duties, during the possible absence of the Building Manager from the building, and ensure vacant positions are reassigned immediately.

5. Notify the Chief Fire Official for approval of changes in the Fire Safety Plan.

6. Provide access and vital information to firefighters (e.g. master keys for suites, service rooms, elevators etc.). When so requested

provide the locations of handicapped persons to firefighters.

7. Ensure stairway fire doors are closed and operate appropriately.

8. Maintenance of building facilities is provided for the safety of the occupants.

9. Keep stairways, landings, hallways, passageways and exits (inside and out) clear of obstructions at all times.

10. Do not permit combustible materials to accumulate in any part of a stairway or other means of egress, as well as elevator and ventilation shafts.

11. Do not permit combustible waste materials to accumulate in quantities or locations that will constitute a fire hazard.

12. Promptly remove all combustible waste from all areas where waste is placed for disposal. Refuse containers & grease storage containers to be located a minimum of 3 metres from combustible walls or from openings.

(Doors & Windows) 13. Keep access to roadways, fire routes and fire department connections clear and accessible for Fire Services.

14. Educate and train building personnel in the use of the existing fire safety equipment and their responsibilities under the approved Fire Safety Plan.

15. Hold and participate in fire drills.

Occupant participation is optional.

Notifying Fire Department :

• Phone 911. (State you have a fire and indicate the correct address and location of the fire in the building).

• Initiate evacuation procedures.

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• A minimum clearance of 18 inches from sprinkler heads and heat/smoke detectors shall be maintained.

• Never block fire exit doors.

• Fire extinguishers shall remain accessible and in open view.

• Electrical panels and sprinkler system controls shall be kept clear of obstructions.

• Never store combustibles within 3 feet of refrigeration equipment, electrical equipment or in the furnace/ boiler room.

2. Flammable & Combustible Liquids • All flammable liquids shall be stored in approved containers or cabinets.

• Flammable/ combustible liquids are to be stored in accordance with the Ontario Fire Code Part 4.

3. Combustible Materials • Shall be kept a minimum of 3 feet away from electrical or heating equipment.

• If applicable, shall be stored in approved containers.

Portable Fire Extinguishers

1. Monthly Inspection • Check nozzle for operation and any obstructions.

• Check to see if seal or tamper indicators are in place.

• Check to see if pressure gauge reads satisfactory. (In Green) 19 • Check for any apparent physical or mechanical damage. www.ind-safety.com

• Check that the instructions for use on nameplate are legible and face outwards.

Notes:

1.

Ensure extinguisher is conspicuously located.

2. Ensure extinguisher is readily accessible in case of fire.

3. Ensure extinguisher is set on hanger, shelf or bracket.

4. Ensure extinguisher is installed so that the top of the extinguisher is not more than: • 1.1 m (4 ft.) above the floor, where the gross weight of the extinguisher is greater than 18 kg. (40 lbs.).

• 1.5 m (5 ft.) above the floor, where the gross weight of the extinguisher is 18 kg. (40 lbs.) or less.

5. Extinguisher shall have an inspection tag attached, showing maintenance or recharge dates, the servicing agency and signature of person who performed service.

6. Extinguisher shells, cartridges or cylinders that rupture or show leakage or permanent distortion, in excess of specified limits, are to be removed from service.

7. A permanent record of the inspection and maintenance record of all portable fire extinguishers shall be maintained for at least two years 8.

Defective portable fire extinguishers are repaired, replaced, or recharged as necessary.

9. Portable fire extinguishers are maintained in accordance with the recommendations of the manufacturers.

10. After use, portable fire extinguishers are replaced and recharged according to the instructions given on the extinguisher’s nameplate.

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are subjected to hydrostatic testing, at the intervals and test pressures indicated on the extinguisher’s nameplate.

12. A label must be fixed to the extinguisher, indicating month and year of hydrostatic test, including test pressures and signature of the person or agency performing the test.

13. For complete details, refer to NFPA 10, “Portable Extinguishers”.

2. Annual Inspection

• Subject to Maintenance.

• Hydrostatically test carbon dioxide and water-type extinguishers (every 5 years).

• Stored pressure-type extinguishers require changing of dry powder(every 6 years).

• Hydrostatically test dry chemical and vapourizing liquid-type extinguishers (every 12 years).

About the Protection (NFPA)

National Fire Association

NFPA is a worldwide leader in fire, electrical, building, and life safety.

The mission of the international nonprofit organization founded in 1896 is to reduce the worldwide burden of fire and other hazards on the quality of life by providing and advocating consensus codes and standards, research, training, and education. NFPA develops more than 300 codes and standards to minimize the possibility and effects of fire and other hazards.

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and most kitchen fires are caused by cooking. On average, there are roughly 3,000 reported kitchen fires per day in the United States.

NFPA is a worldwide leader in fire, electrical, building, and life safety.

The mission of the international non-profit organization founded in 1896 is to reduce the worldwide burden of fire and other hazards on the quality of life by providing and advocating consensus codes and standards, research, training, and education. NFPA develops more than 300 codes and standards to minimize the possibility and effects of fire and other hazards.

• Fires are the leading causes of home injury and death. Consider: • Approximately one-half of home fire deaths occur in homes without smoke alarms.

• Most residential fires occur during the winter months.

• Alcohol use contributes to an estimated 40% of residential fires.

• Most victims of fires die from smoke or toxic gases and not from burns.

• Cooking is the primary cause of home fires.

• Smoking is the leading cause of fire-related deaths.

It is important to note that the cliche”Prevention is better than cure” is very valid in the case of Fire and it comes along with a corollary that Fire must be “reined” and the minds of Men must be “trained” in order to be safe at all times!!

Dr. Jyoti D. Vora, Mumbai

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Nikhil Surendran, Junior Project Engineer Parvathy, Tc:36/1 Chacka, NH ByePass, Thiruvananthapuram -695024, Kerala.

Tel: 0490-2474464, 24474463 Fax : 0490-2474466, E-mail: nikhilsuren@gmail.com

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anpur airport expansion is planned in two phases.

The Phase-I plans includes expansion of the existing terminal building, construction of visitors lounge and a new car parking facility. In the second phase a new civil air terminal at Chakeri airport. The Cabinet decided to provide 50 acre of land free of cost to Airport Authority of India. AAI has identified 100 acre of land in Sheikhpur and Mavaiya villages. Land acquisition is in process.

Location : Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh Airport Authority of India Mr. R A Kushwaha, Airport Director, Civil Aerodrome, Kanpur Cantt, Kanpur-208004, Uttar Pradesh.

Tel : 0512-2383553, Fax : 0512-2380447, M: 09839213801, E-mail: apd_vika@aai.aero

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he Kannur airport runway work is likely to commence by October 2012. The third phase of land acquisition process has started. As part of Phase III, 783 acre of land was needed to be acquired, so far 1200 acre has been made available for the project. The project is expected to be operational by December 2015.

Location : Kannur, Kerala Budget : Rs. 1900 crore Kannur International Airport Ltd (KIAL) Mr. G.Chandramouli, MD

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lans construction of the new terminal building of the Veer Savarkar International Airport at Port Blair in Andaman Islands. The completion is targeted by March 2018. The land acquisition is in the process. Initially 26.50 acre was required, this was later reduced to 18.71 acre on the request of the Andaman & Nicobar Administration.

Location : Port Blair, Andaman & Nicobar Airports Authority of India (AAI) G Rahul, Civil Engineer, VSI Airport, Port Blair-744103, Andaman & Nicobar Islands.

Tel : 03192-235619, Fax : 03192-233390, M: 09679594676, E-mail: apdportblair@aai.aero

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he development and upgradation of Belgaum airport is planned. The Govt of Karnataka has acquired 370 acre and handed over the same to Airports Authority of India (AAI) for development of runway extension, basic strip, construction of a new apron with taxiway, new passenger and cargo terminal and other infrastructure facilities. Tendering process is on.

Location : Belgaum, Karnataka Airports Authority of India (AAI) Prabhaharan, Joint General Manager Tirupati Airport, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh.

Tel : 0877-2275354, Fax : 0877-2275353, M: 08985548500

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OIL & GAS

DCO has signed MOU with IOCL for development of gas distribution infrastructure in the state. Once the 5 MTPA LNG terminal of IOCL is commissioned, the gas distribution infrastructure will be used to cater both domestic and industrial customers.

Location : Orissa Odisha Industrial Infrastructure Development Corporation Mr. Vishal Kumar Deb, CMD Partha Tripathi, Infrastructure Expert, IDCO Tower, Janpath, Bhubaneswar-22.

Tel : 0674-2543804, ext: 103, 2540820, 2543506, 2543865, 2541706, 2543804, Fax : 0674-2542956

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he company is currently implementing a mounded bullet storage facility for LPG and petrochemical feedstock at its Manali refinery in Chennai. The work has started in April 2013 and completion is targeted by end of Oct 2014.

Location : Chennai, Tamil Nadu Budget : Rs. 279 crore Chennai Petroleum Corporation Ltd (CPCL) Mr. AS Basu, MD Gajendra Babu, Officer-Public Relations, New No.536, Anna Salai, Teynampet, Chennai-600018, Tel : 044-24349833 / 24349610, Fax : 044-24341753, E-mail: gbabu@cpcl.co.in

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lans to set up 42 inch crude oil pipeline project connecting Chennai Port to company’s refinery at Manali in Tamil Nadu. The final environmental clearance of the project is awaited.

Location : Manali, Tamil Nadu Budget : Rs. 126 crore Chennai Petroleum Corporation Ltd (CPCL) Mr. AS Basu, MD Gajendra Babu, Officer-Public Relations, New No.536, Anna Salai, Teynampet, Chennai-600018, Tel : 044- 24349833 / 24349610, Fax : 24341753, E-mail: gbabu@cpcl.co.in

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lans to setup wheel manufacturing unit over 38 acre at the existing rail coach factory in Rae Bareli. The installed capacity is 1 lakh wheels a year in Phase I. The capacity will be doubled in Phase II. Bids finalisation is in progress. Also plans to set up research and development facility for designing rail wheels for high speed trains at the same location. The project is proposed to be funded through internal accruals and debt.

Location : Rae Bareli, Uttar Pradesh Budget : Rs. 1000 crore Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Ltd. Mr. A.P. Choudhary, CMD Mr. P C Mohapatra, Executive Director (Projects),

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Main, Administration Bldg, Visakhapatnam- 530031.

Andhra Pradesh.

Tel: 0891-2518017, 2513288, 2519265, Fax : 0891-2518017, 2513288, M: 9866177435, E-mail: pcmohapatra@vizagsteel.com

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OJITZ - L&T Consortium got the contract for construction of 626 km of double track corridor from Rewari in Haryana to Iqbalgarh in Gujarat via Rajasthan.

The scope of work includes construction of double line railway track with 25 ton axle load capable of upgrading to 32.5 ton axle load with double stack container operation.

The work is likely to start shortly and completion is targeted in 48 months.

Location : Multiple Budget : Rs. 6700 crore Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India (DFCCIL) Mr. R K Gupta, MD Dhanesh Gupta, CGM (Procurement / Western Corridor), 5th Floor, Pragati Maidan, Metro Station Building Complex, New Delhi - 110001, Tel: 011-23454890, Fax : 011-23454701

targeted in 24 months.

Location : Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh SMR Holdings Pvt Ltd. Mr. S Ram Reddy, MD D Naveen, Corp Comm, SMR HOUSE, Nagarjuna Hills, Hyderabad - 500082.

Tel : 040-23353722,23353726, Fax : 040-23353297, E-mail: naveen@smrholdings.in

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he Park- a luxury housing project at Worli in Mumbai.

This project would come up in next 5-7 years. The project comprises construction of 6 towers with 70+ floors each. The work has already started.

Location : Mumbai, Maharashtra Budget : Rs. 5000 crore Lodha Group Mr. Abhishek Lodha, MD Mr. Jayesh Mittal, Manager-Sales, Lodha Excelus, Level L2, Apollo Mills Compound, N.M. Joshi Marg, Mahalaxmi, Mumbai - 400011.

Tel : 022-23024400, Fax : 022-23000693.

M: 09769171969

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urva Skydale is coming up off Sarjapur main road and comprises 314 luxurious homes of 2-3 BHK with all modern amenities.

Location : Bangalore, Karnataka Budget : Rs. 350 crore Puravankara Projects Ltd. Mr. Jackbastian Nazareth, Group CEO Sanjita Cariappa, VP-CC, 130/1, Ulsoor Road, Bangalore - 560042, Tel : 080-43428999, Fax : 080-25599350, E-mail: sanjita@puravankara.com

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MR Vinay Harmony County project is coming up at Hyderabad. The project comprises 1-3 BHK apartments with all modern amenities. The Phase-I completion is 146 | OCTOBER 2013 | INDUSTRIAL SAFETY REVIEW

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agged an order from Punjab Energy Development agency for setting up a 4 MW solar power plant in Punjab on public private partnership mode.

Location : Punjab Budget : Rs. 40 crore Supreme Infrastructure Ltd Nitin S Jagdale, AGM-Contracts, 8,

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Bhawani Services Industrial Estate, 3rd Floor, Opp.IIT Main Gate, Powai, Mumbai - 400076.

Tel : 022-25783214, 3549 & 25794216

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urva Coronation Square - coming up at JP Nagar in Bangalore. This project comprises 20 palatial residences villas equipped with a golf stimulator, cigar & poker room and squash courts etc. Completion is targeted in 2 years.

Location : Bangalore, Karnataka Puravankara Projects Ltd. Mr. Jackbastian Nazareth, Group-CEO Sanjita Cariappa, VP-Corp Comm, 130/1, Ulsoor Road, Bangalore -560042, Tel : 080-43428999, Fax : 080-25599350, E-mail: sanjita@puravankara.com

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he company has launched its premium housing project ‘Greenn Town’ spread over 44 acre of land at Pollivakam in Thiruvallur. It comprises of 2-3 bhk semi independent houses. In first phase it will come up with 164 units and will be ready by Sept 2014.

Location : Thiruvallur, Tamil Nadu Budget : Rs. 500 crore Green Tree Homes & Ventures Pvt Ltd. Mr. P Ravichandran, MD Mr. T Philip, Marketing Manager, No. 13, Sriman Srinivasan Road, Alwarpet, Chennai-600018.

Tel : 044-40422222, 87544 49944, E-mail: sales@gthomes.in

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anhattan Condominiums project is launched at Velachery in Chennai. The work has started recently and completion is targeted in 36 months.

Location : Chennai, Tamil Nadu Puravankara Group Oliver Gomes, Project Advisor, 130/1, Ulsoor Road, Bangalore-560042, Tel : 080-43439710, 44555555, 43428999, Fax : 080-25599350, M: 8754498344

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lans to construct a stadium project at Golibar Maidan in Pune. The board will spend Rs 80 lakh for the first phase of construction of the stadium.

Location : Pune, Maharashtra Pune Cantonment Board (PCB) Maruthi Sable, Sectional Engineer, Golibar Maidan, Pune Solapur Road, Pune 411001, Tel : 020-26452159, M:8308841323, E-mail: punecantt@yahoo.com

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reen field mini stadium is coming up at Sattenapalli in Guntur district. Completion period: 9 months. Teja Construction is the contractor.

Location : Guntur, Andhra Pradesh Budget : Rs. 1.85 crore A.P. State Housing Corporation Ltd. RSK Raju, Deputy Executive Engineer, H.No.3-6-184, St No.17, Urdu galli, Himayatnagar, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh.

Tel : 040-23228930

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onstructing a sports training centre at Bilaspur which includes outdoor stadium, indoor stadium, administrative bldg, auditorium bldg, boys hostel, girls hostel. Engineering Projects India Ltd is executing this project. So far around 90% of the work is completed.

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Vadinar Oil Terminal Ltd. Mr. Rajiv Agarwal, MD & CEO Jatin Aggarwal, DGM – Corp Comm, Essar House 11, Keshavrao Khadye Marg Mahalaxmi Mumbai - 400034, Maharashtra, Tel : 022-67335000, 66601100, Fax : 022-66601809,M: 09930136303, E-mail: jatin.aggarwal@essar.com

Budget : Rs. 60.41 crore Public Works Department, Bilaspur (C.G.) Bal Krishna Pandey, Assistant Engineer, Bilaspur Zone, Chhattisgarh.

Tel : 07752-236201, M: 9179018302

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he company has proposed to set up a captive jetty with 5 MTPA capacity at Bhogat.

Location : Bhogat, Gujarat Universal Success Enterprise Ltd (USEL) Mr. Chinmay Mukherjee, Vice President, Salap Junction, Howrah Amta Road and Bombay Road Crossing, Howrah - 711403, West Bengal.

Tel : 033-30026000, Fax : 033-30256058

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lans to set up 25 MTPA capacity greenfield port at Dugarajapatnam in Andhra Pradesh. RITES has been appointed as consultant for preparing the technoeconomic feasibility report for the project.

Location : Nellore, Andhra Pradesh Budget : Rs. 6000 crore Government of Andhra Pradesh, Department of Ports P M Chandramohan, Director of Ports (FAC), Port Administrative Building, Beach Road, Kakinada – 533007, Andhra Pradesh.

Tel : 0884-2363825,2367055, E-mail: dp_kkd@yahoo.com

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he subsidiary of Essar Ports has emerged as the highest bidder for mechanisation and operation of three iron ore berths with a combined capacity of 23 MMTPA (million tonnes per annum) at Visakhapatnam Port on BOT basis for a concession period of 30 years. Agreement is yet to be signed with the Port Trust in the regard.

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lans to build a new liquid terminal with a capacity of 15 MTPA through public-private-partnership route.

The terminal will have a liquid jetty and a tank farm over 70 hectares. Land is already acquired for this project. The RFQ will be invited soon in this regard.

Location : Mumbai, Maharashtra Budget : Rs. 1600-1800 crore Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust (JNPT) Mr. N N Kumar, Chairman S K Kaul, Chief Manager (Admn) & Secy., Administration Building, Sheva, Navi Mumbai-400707, Maharashtra.

Tel : 022-27242233, 27244022, 27244022, 27244156.

Fax : 022-27244178

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lans to install a single point mooring facility off Ennore Port to facilitate crude oil transportation.

Location : Ennore, Tamil Nadu Budget : Rs. 863 crore Chennai Petroleum Corporation Ltd (CPCL) Gajendra Babu, Officer-PR, New No.536, Anna Salai, Teynampet, Chennai-600018, Tel : 044- 24349833, 24349610, Fax : 044-24341753

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plant building – 1 at Lepetkata in Assam.

Location : Lepetkata, Assam Budget : Rs. 83.95 crore Brahmputra Cracker and Polymer Ltd. Mr. P N Prasad, MD Jaivinder Singh, Deputy General Manager, Hotel Brahmaputra Ashok, M.G.Road, Guwahati-781001, Assam, Tel : 0373-2914604, Fax : 0373-2733556

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lans to construct new Van Bhawan at Tulsi Nagar in Bhopal. Construction bids were recently invited in this regard.

Location : Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh Budget : Rs. 90-95 crore M P State Tourism Dev Corp Ltd. Raghwan Kumar Singh, Managing Director, Paryatan Bhawan, Bhadbhada Road, Bhopal - 462003, Madhya Pradesh.

Tel : 0755-2774340, 42.

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lans to construct Urban Haat comprising a building with 62 stalls and other facilities. 2 acres of land has been identified in Vidyanagar for the same. The project is getting delayed due to funding issues.

Location : Vidyanagar, Karnataka Budget : Rs. 7.50 crore Karnataka Handloom Development Corporation (KHDC) Ms. Seema Garg, MD Balaraju, Accounts, Priyadarshini Commercial Complex No. 1, Tank Road, Ulsoor Bengaluru - 560042.

Tel : 080-25575421, 25575200, Fax :080-2277509, E-mail: khdcravi@yahoo.com, khdc@vsnl.net,

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ngineering Projects India Ltd is currently executing civil, structural, architectural and electrical work for

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ngineering Projects India Ltd is constructing laboratory cum canteen building, workshop and academic building at premises of NITA, Jirania, West Tripura. The work is in completion stage and so far around 95% of the construction is complete.

Location : Jirania, Tripura Budget : Rs. 51.78 crore National Institute of Technology Agartala Mr. Amit Deshpande, Director Mr. Biman Das, Junior Engineer, P.O:Former Tripura Engineering College, Barjala, Jirania, Tripura-799055.

Tel : 0381-2348508, 2348502, Fax : 0381-2348512, E-mail: biman.nita@gmail.com

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etting up multistoried academic building for accomodation of different departments at Tripura University. The construction work is being executed

by Engineering Projects (India) Ltd. The completion is targeted by Jan 2014.

Location : Tripura Budget : Rs. 59.55 Tripura University M K Sen, Engineering Consultant, Suryamaninagar, Tripura (W)-799022, Tel : 0381-2379105, 2379103, 2374801,2374803 Fax : 0381-2374802 M: 09436121356

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ngineering Projects (India) Ltd is undertaking the construction of ESI hospital & PG college at Manicktala consisting of structrural retrofitting, civil, mechnical, elecrical, sanitary, plumbing, sewerage, ETP, STP, HVAC etc. So far, around 80% of the work is over and the rest is INDUSTRIAL SAFETY REVIEW | OCTOBER 2013 | 149

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targeted by December 2013.

Location : Kolkata, West Bengal Budget : Rs. 103.78 crore Employees State Insurance Corporation Mr. Anil Agarwal, Deputy General S P Mahto, Junior Engineer, Panchdeep Bhawan, 5/1, Grant Lane, Kolkata-700012.

Tel : 033-22364451, Ext: 202, 22259236, 22364451-55, Fax :033- 22365279, M: 09038385683, E-mail: rd-westbengal@esic.nic.in, join5279@dataone.in

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lans construction of 50 seated girls hostel Bori Block, Timarni Distt. Harda, Madhya Pradesh. Completion period: 12 months.

Location : Madhya, Pradesh Budget : Rs. 1.03 crore Govt of Madhya Pradesh, Public Works Department Mr. AK Pandey, Project Director SK Patil, Divisional Project Engineer, PWD, Project Implementation Unit, Betul, Madhya Pradesh.

Tel : 07141-238341, Fax: 07141-238341, M: 9993734121, E-mail: dpepiubetul@gmail.com

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he construction of the science building and an auditorium with a capacity of 500 people is lying incomplete for past three years at the new campus of Lucknow. The work is likely to start soon.

Location : Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh Budget : Rs. 14 crore Lucknow University J V Vyas, Superintending Engineer, University of Lucknow, Lucknow 226007.

Tel : 0522-2740086, 2740412, M: 09335902670

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lans extension of laboratory building & new animal house at Indian Institute of Chemical Biology in Kolkata. Project management consultancy work was given to Engineering Projects India Ltd. The consultancy work is 150 | OCTOBER 2013 | INDUSTRIAL SAFETY REVIEW

completed. Approvals are awaited for works to start.

Location : Kolkata, West Bengal Budget : Rs. 75 crore Indian Institute of Chemical Biology Sandeep Saha, Sr Superintending Engineer, 4, Raja S.C. Mullick Road, Kolkata, West Bengal-700032.

Tel : 033-24730492, Fax : 033-24735197, 24723967, E-mail: director@iicb.res.in

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agged an order from Bihar Agricultural University for construction of Directorate of works & plants, Director of extension, seeds & farm, lecture hall, library, computer centre, auditorium, hostel, guest house, residences, shopping centre, club and indoor games at Sabour Bhagalpur Phase - 2. Completion period is of 24 months Location : Bhagalpur, Bihar Budget : Rs. 206.40 crore Unity Infra projects Ltd. Mr. Kishore A Avarsekar, CMD Vinay Digikar, Manager-Corp Comm, 1252, Pushpanjali, Apartments, Old Prabhadevi Road Prabhadevi, Mumbai-400025.

Tel : 022-26665500, Fax : 022-66665599, E-mail: vinayd@unityinfra.com,

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agged an EPC contract from Emaar MGF for construction of civil structure, finishing, and low side service works for Greens Project at Sector-12, Gurgaon.

The work is likely to start shortly.

Location : Gurgaon, Haryana Budget : Rs. 208.30 crore Supreme Infrastructure Ltd. Mr. Vikram Sharma, MD Mr. Nitin S Jagdale, AGM-Contracts, 8, Bhawani Services Industrial Estate, 3rd Floor, Opp. IIT Main Gate, Powai, Mumbai - 400076.

Tel : 022-25783214, 3549 & 25794216, E-mail: nitin@supremeinfra.com

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thermal imaging cameras check the temperature along the way. If at any point the temperature of the coal rises above a previously determined parameter an alarm goes off.

All in all seven FLIR A310 thermal imaging cameras are included in the early warning system.

All of these cameras are connected to a TCP/IP network using a standard Ethernet cable. Through the network the thermal data from the FLIR A310 thermal imaging cameras are shared with a programmable logic controller (PLC), which will immediately stop the conveyor belt and activate the sprinkler system if a FLIR A310 thermal imaging camera’s temperature alarm is triggered.

FLIR A310 thermal imaging camera The FLIR A310 thermal imaging camera contains an uncooled microbolometer detector that produces thermal images with a resolution of 320x240 pixels at a thermal sensitivity of 50 mK (0.05 °C).

It contains built-in analysis functions that provide spot temperature measurement and area temperatures and an automatic alarm function.

“We chose the FLIR A310 thermal imaging camera not just for the camera quality, but also because of the easy integration with our existing PLC”, explains Kim Young Min. “We wanted functionalities like remote control through the TCP/ IP network, seamless integration with the PLC and we also wanted to monitor the live thermal footage in the Control Room using analog composite video. The FLIR A310 thermal imaging camera satisfies all these requirements at a highly competitive price.”

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Seamless integration Due to the TCP/IP connectivity of the FLIR A310 thermal imaging cameras they are seamlessly integrated in the system. If a temperature alarm is triggered the PLC relays the information to the rest of the network, employees are alerted through sound and flash alarms and certain responsible individuals receive an individual user notice through email or FTP. The thermal footage is recorded to be used for later analysis or as evidence.

The software solution, which is based on the FLIR IR Monitor software and the FLIR Software Development Kit (SDK), also allows temperature graph analysis and temperature trend analysis. The automatic temperature alarm can be based on several parameters, including spot temperatures and the minimum, maximum, average and relative temperatures in defined areas.

Protect your assets The Environment Facility Team of the DCFPC has verified the high performance, reliability and applicability of the FLIR A310 thermal imaging camera based fire warning system by testing the temperature alarm extensively “We are certain that the thermal imaging camera based fire prevention and extinguishment system will protect our assets and further improve our operating efficiency”, concludes Kim Young Min. For more information, contact: FLIR Systems India 1111, D Mall, Netaji Subhash Place, Pitampura, New Delhi-110034 TeL: 011-45603555 Email : flirindia@flir.com.hk Web: www.flir.com

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Fire Safety Systems Defeated by Bad Practice.

Objectives of a fire safety system • Protection of life - providing a means of escape in case of fire.

• Minimize the spread of both smoke and fire spread between fire compartments.

• Prevention of building collapse as a result of a fire.

• Free and easy access to fire-fighting and rescue services personnel.

However a system can only be effective if it is maintained and managed as per the required standard operating procedures. Further it is important that both the people responsible for safety and the users of the premises are taught the importance of good practices. It is equally important to respect the surrounding environment that facilitates both escape and rescue operations. A documented plan with set operating procedures is of paramount importance and must be the starting point of any fire safety system.

About Author Kiron Kunte has over 35 years of design and solutions experience, in Security, Telephony and Networking infrastructure. He is a graduate of IIT Bombay, a Fellow of the Institute of Engineers and has a post-graduate diploma, from Bombay University, in Systems Management. He is professionally certified in the design and engineering of Data Centres, IP Telephony, Video surveillance and Structured Cabling solutions. He heads Norik Konsult, a practice that offers advisory, design and system planning help to upgrade or build a new Telephony, Security and Networking infrastructure.

For more information contact: www.norikkonsult.com

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Fire Safety System - Management plan Procedures must be documented.

A set of approved general building plans (with exit routes highlighted), the fire service installation plans and any relevant documents of the fire safety provisions must be incorporated into this fire safety management plan.

The fire safety management plan should include the following: (a) Maintenance plan, (b) Training plan, and (c) Fire action plan

The maintenance plan should include the following documents and information: (a) Approved general building plans with the exit routes highlighted; (b) Documents indicating the details/ specifications of the fire safety provisions installed; (c) Period for regular maintenance of the fire safety provisions installed; (d) Method statements for maintenance; (e) Repair methods;

Blocked fire escape (f) Records of maintenance or repair works carried out; (g) Housekeeping.

The person in charge of fire safety must ensure that the S.O.P’s stated in the fire safety management plan are implemented effectively by conducting regular inspection and maintenance of safety equipment and accessories. Regular fire drills must be conducted and this should include providing training to the management staff on how to use fire hose reels and fire extinguishers etc. Irregularities identified must be www.ind-safety.com

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rectified as required.

Be prepared for a fire emergency • Check the location of fire alarms and know how they work.

• Learn your building evacuation plan.

• Know where your two nearest exits are located.

• Learn how doors swing and where stairs lead.

• Make sure nothing blocks fire pulls, extinguishers & emergency exits.

• Learn the sound of your building fire alarm.

• Post emergency numbers (including security • and first aid) near your telephone.

• Make sure you know what to do if the fire alarm sounds. Plan your escape.

• When you notice a fire: • Pull the nearest fire alarm “pull station” while exiting the floor.

• If there is no pull station: • Do not assume that anyone else has already called the • fire department.

• Stay calm and be prepared to answer the operator’s questions regarding the emergency.

• Evacuate When you hear the fire alarm: • Leave at once, taking direction from the emergency warden.

• Do not delay yourself by gathering personal items. Your safety always comes first.

• Before you open any door, feel the door with the back of your hand. If the door is cold, slowly open it a crack.

• If there is no smoke in hallways or stairwells, follow your building’s evacuation plan. Get out quickly using designated www.ind-safety.com

fire exits.

• Close doors behind you. However do NOT lock the door. Locking the door hinders the fire department’s search and rescue efforts.

• The stairway will be your primary escape route. Never use elevators under any circumstances.

• Once in the stairway, proceed down to the first floor and out of the building. Never go up.

Commonly observed bad practises.

Education and frequent training must be carried out to inculcate good safety habits. The best of systems are often defeated by bad practises as outlined below.

• Blocked exit doors

• Storage within fire hose reel compartment • Blocked fire extinguisher • Expired fire extinguisher • Damaged fire extinguisher • Fire alarm panel not maintained • Manual call point not maintained • Hydrant blocked or not working.

• Operation of sprinklers obstructed • Improper storage of combustibles • Obstructions in fire escape routes • Fire doors wedged open

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Missing fire doors Exit lights not working Emergency lights not working Fireman access blocked No access for fire engines Blocked fire hose reel

Conclusion • Standard procedures must be documented.

• Regular fire drills must be conducted.

• Training to the management staff on how to use the fire safety equipment.

• Irregularities observed during drills must be identified, documented and rectified.

Continued education, training and increased awareness is the key to maintaining fire safety and saving lives in the event of a fire emergency.

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Safety and Health in the Chemical Industry

By Vinay Pathak, Lab Head - 3M R&D Centre, Gurgaon

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f we compare the size of chemical industry, global chemical industry is about US$ 3 tn. Comparatively, India is a relatively small player as Indian industry is worth only around US$ 60 bn. The petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals and the specialty chemical segment of the Indian chemical Industry have a considerable presence in the global chemical industry. India also has a major presence in agrochemicals.

The major challenge that the chemical industry faces today is the perception that it affects the environment. The industry is viewed with a high degree of apprehension on the pollution and sustainability fronts. Products from chemical industry have dramatically altered the quality of life world over and have contributed significantly to our day-to-day requirements. However, the perception is changing slowly and this image will also change for the better in the near future.

In India, environmental rules and regulations are very stringent as compared to other developing countries and some of the developed countries. Furthermore, even though many rules like identification, notification and development of landfill sites, were prescribed in the year 1989 under.

The Hazardous Waste (Management and Handling) Rules, the state governments are still unable to identify, notify and develop the required sites even today. However, an amendment enacted in the year 2000, placed the responsibility on industry associations, as well as the government.

One of the major problems

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related to the industrial growth and Pollution Prevention is the activism of several NGOs. Public opinion and various public interest litigation against pollution has lead to greater awareness amongst the industrialists, authorities and communities. Many of the measures to be adopted for solving environmental problems should be based on the experience already gained by the developed countries.

Presently, there is little institutional impetus provided for the adoption of “cleaner technologies” and “waste minimization” techniques.

Process technologies, however, have their own economic returns that mitigate the need for extensive regulatory interference.

In addition, industries that are leaders in the environmental front do not currently receive any specific advantages. No special consideration is given even for processing their application for consents / authorizations. Consequently, there is no real driving force for the industries www.ind-safety.com

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to adopt cleaner technologies and implementation of Environmental Management System standards ISO14000.

The National State of the Environment (SoE) Report of India 2001 & the National Environment Policy (NEP) 2006 both have focus on some particular areas. The NEP 2006 focuses on policy issues such as • conservation of critical environmental resources • intra-generational equity securing livelihood for the poor • integration of environmental concerns in economic and social development • efficiency in environmental resource use • environmental governance • enhancement of resources for environmental conservation.

The SoE 2001 in turn has got the focus on the current state of the environment. The report identified the five priority key issues for India: • land degradation • biodiversity • air pollution control with special reference to vehicular pollution in cities • management of fresh water resources • hazardous waste management.

Apart from the official focus areas, there are signals which are speaking for the change in the attitudes towards the environment. www.ind-safety.com

As stated before, the environmental awareness is still very low. Awareness creating campaigns, however, have become rather popular and their visibility has increased over the past years. Legislation alone does not guarantee sustainable development.

The situation is extremely tricky in the country like India, where implementation is very difficult. Rules, however, can work as a driver towards conservation: for instance those that are inbuilt in the permission system, force industries to take environmental issues into consideration.

This article discusses some of the major Health & Safety problems associated with this industry and its solutions offered by 3M from the PPEs point of view.

1. What is the problem?

Chemicals used, stored and handled in the Chemical Industry are often treated in a way that exposes employees, others and the environment to risks. For example: • Cleaning agents or organic solvents such as white spirit alcohols, etc can be readily inhaled, swallowed or absorbed through the skin.

Excessive exposure to such agents can cause headaches, nausea, lack in concentration, intoxication, tiredness and damage to the central nervous system. Solvents can also de-fat the skin and cause dermatitis.

• A large number of cleaning agents, blanket wash, fountain solution, alcohols, etching solutions etc are highly flammable. Therefore, there is a risk of fire or explosion if flammable liquids are not stored and handled in an appropriate manner.

these chemicals are classed as dangerous goods as well as them being hazardous substances.

Dangerous goods are substances or articles that have the capacity to pose an immediate risk to life, property or the environment via their flammable, explosive or reactive nature. Hazardous substances can cause harm to a person’s health if it gets into the body. The most common routes of exposure being through inhalation or skin absorption which can lead to immediate or long-term health effects.

3. What can you do to manage the risks in your workplace?

• Know exactly what chemicals are used in your workplace by creating a register – (include material safety data sheets (MSDS) and risk assessment results in the register) • Only use dangerous goods approved containers for decanted chemicals and label containers with the correct name and risk and safety phrases (eg do not use food or drink containers) • Put good housekeeping & regular

2. What are the risks?

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inspection practices in place, such as putting chemicals away when not in use, immediately clean up spills etc Keep lids on solvents to reduce wastage and evaporative emissions Place solvent soaked rags in an isolated covered bin Train employees using inks and solvents in the proper methods of use, handling and storage (including information such as correct personal protective equipment (PPE) selection from MSDS) Provide and maintain suitable PPE (eg respirators, gloves, goggles, apron etc) Keep minimal quantities of chemicals on your site Provide spill containment (eg bunding, spill pallets) Ensure you have a spill kit and procedures in place to manage spills Train your employees in what to

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do when there is a spill and how to dispose of waste safely Where possible, substitute dangerous and/or hazardous substances with less hazardous alternatives Be aware that some so-called ‘natural solvents’ can be as toxic as normal solvents and they can have the added problem of auto ignition when placed on a rag due to oxidative reaction Substitute solvent based inks with vegetable oil based inks Substitute organic solvents with vegetable cleaning agents (vegetable cleaning agents are virtually free of volatile organic solvents) Consider printing alcohol free.

Alternatives to isopropyl alcohol are available and can be used effectively in some printing processes Use aqueous or water based varnishes Keep work areas well ventilated.

Use local exhaust ventilation with appropriate capture hoods on equipment that releases solvent vapours into the work environment Reduce contact with chemicals by using automatic processing (eg auto ink dispensers) Replace deletion fluid with deletion pens Providing extractors to remove ozone from UV presses (UV curing lamps convert oxygen in the air to ozone) Use water-cooled or cold-cure UV lamps to prevent ozone build up Store flammable liquids (dangerous goods of class 3) away from ignition sources and combustible materials (eg power points, paper and cardboard, timber tables and shelving) Keep in and around flammable liquids storage cabinets free from

other classes of dangerous goods • Do not store rags or rubbish in the storage cabinet. Do not store items on top of the storage cabinet.

Ensure the storage cabinet has a bund to contain spills • Provide adequate fire fighting equipment throughout the workplace • Have an emergency plan in place and practice what to do in an emergency.

It stands as a duty for the employers concerning the provision and use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at work and to ensure that Personal Protective Equipment is adequately supplied and used correctly at work wherever there are risks to safety and health that cannot be controlled in any other ways.

Personal Protective Equipment should always be considered a last resort. When other precautions fail to reduce the risk of injury, PPE comes into picture. An employer’s duty is to combat the risk at source if possible and the first priority being engineering solutions such as provision of guards on machinery which would help in improving health and safety.

On 1st January 1993, the main legislation that governs Personal Protective Equipment called Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992 came into force.

PPE as defined in the Regulations states “all equipment (including clothing affording protection against the weather) which is intended to be worn or held by a person at work which protects him against one or more risks to his health and safety”.

Therefore, PPE includes:• Gloves • Eye protection • High visibility clothing

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All the equipments are of equal importance for the protection of the employee at their job site.

The nature of job decides the allocation of a PPE. Its use starts with the assessment of all different hazards in the workplace. Further assessment should be done to ascertain which types of PPE are suitable to protect against the hazards linked to each job.

To add to this, an employer must also see whether the supplied PPE is compatible with each other.

For example, a particular type of respirator may make it difficult to get eye protection or ear protection to fit properly. More the pieces of PPE needed by an individual the more the potential problems. Usage of PPE protects different parts of the body from various hazards. Details as mentioned below: Eyes: Hazards - Chemical or Metal splash, Radiation, Projectiles, Debris, Gas and Vapour.

PPE Solutions are Safety Glasses or Goggles, Face Shields, Visors.

Head: Hazards - Impact from falling or flying objects or debris, Risk of head bumping, Hair entanglement.

PPE Solutions are a range of Safety Helmets and Bump Caps.

Lungs/breathing: Hazards - Dust, Gas, Oxygen, Vapour, Deficient atmospheres.

PPE Solutions are Respirator or Disposable filtering face piece, Half or full face Respirators, Breathing apparatus, Air fed helmets. www.ind-safety.com

Body: Hazards - Chemical or metal splash, Temperature extremes, Contaminated dust, Adverse weather, Spray from pressure leaks or Sp ray guns, Impact or penetration, Excessive wear or entanglement of own clothing.

PPE Solutions are Boiler suits, Conventional or disposable overalls, High visibility clothing, Specialist protective clothing, Chain mail aprons.

Hands and Arms: Hazards - Chemicals, Abrasion, Temperature extremes, Electric shock, Cuts and punctures, Impact, Skin infection, Disease or contamination.

PPE Solutions -Gloves, Mitts, Gauntlets, Wrist cuffs, Armlets.

Feet and Legs: Hazards - Abrasion, Wet or cold weather, Electrostatic build-up, Slipping, Cuts and punctures, Metal and chemical splash, Falling objects.

PPE Solutions - Gaiters, Safety Boots and Shoes with protective toe caps and penetration resistant soles, Leggings, Spats.

Thus, an adequately equipped work place confirms the safety and health of the employee. Together with the installation of the PPE; its maintenance also plays a vital part.

The PPE should be well maintained and properly stored while not in use. It should be kept clean and in good repair. Manufacturer’s maintenance schedule should be followed regularly. Simple maintenance can be done by the trained wearer but incase of complicated repairs, it should always be carried out by a specialist.

Finally, Personal Protection using Personal Protection Equipments (PPE) at work place is an indispensable issue that helps both the employer and the employee to stay and work in a healthy and safe environment.

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Providing the Eyes & Ears to Help Keep People Safe

Joshua Phillips, Director of Marketing, Verint Systems

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o provide environments that are as safe as possible, security professionals need to see and hear what is happening all around them.

Building upon a core focus in this area and backed by proven technology, Verint recently launched an integrated audio and video intelligence solution that provides command, control and communications centers—as well as public safety answering points (PSAPs)—with a unified application interface to investigate incidents using key information from voice, video and other security systems.

There is indeed a need to enhance the safety and security of the country based on its large population and concentration of key industries.

Considering a vast population and concentration of key industries, there is always a risk for potential theft and crime. The idea for a safe city is to make more secure environment for citizens of India and to help proactively identify and neutralize such threats and help ensure 24x7 surveillance in the country. Early this year Verint announced its association with the Safe City Project initiated by the Surat City Police Department and Surat Traffic Education Trust to help enhance the safety and security of Surat City inhabitants. The initial phase of the Surat Safe City Project consisted of 100+ closed circuit television (CCTV) cameras covering

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all major traffic junctions along with critical entry and exit points in the city. In subsequent phases, the Surat City Police Department and Surat Traffic Education Trust plan to extend the coverage in the city, which has a population of approximately forty five lakh (or about 4,500,000), by integrating the project with the proposed state government surveillance and command center network in Gandhinagar. The city administration plans to increase the number of surveillance locations to 5,000 by the end of the project implementation.

The task of implementing a state-of-the-art command, control and communications center (C3) was successfully executed by Surat Traffic Education Trust in partnership with the Surat City Police Department. To support its focus, it invested in Verint’s Nextiva® Video Management Software™ and Nextiva Physical Security Information Management™solutions in September 2012, taking the technology live as part of the overall Surat Safe City Project rollout. According to the organizations, these capabilities serve as critical components of the city’s overall command center plan that’s focused on proactive approaches to help identify, analyze and take action on security and criminal threats.

Another interesting example is of the Detroit Metro Airport. In the last two months of 2001, there were 30 airport shutdowns in the United States alone. Breaches in security resulting in shutdowns cost the airline industry millions of dollars.

Detroit Metro, like other airports in the US and around the world, suffered shutdowns from breaches long before the incidents of September, 2001.

By integrating their surveillance system with alarm systems, Detroit Metro Airport has alleviated costly shutdowns and saved both time and money. Using Verint® Networked Video Solutions, airport security is notified immediately of any breach at a checkpoint and is able to immediately notify other checkpoints to stop the processing of additional

passengers. Beyond these automatic alerts, the system also enables cameras to go to predefined pan, tilt, and zoom (PTZ) positions down hallways, helping the control center to visually follow targets causing the breach. In addition, control center personnel have the capability to set and trigger alarms. Implementation of the Verint solution and integration with other third-party systems help airports like Detroit Metro reduce shutdowns, comply with government regulations, and respond rapidly to incidents.

Many of today’s organizations are high on demands and low on resources. Leveraging Verint’s integrated audio and video solution, they can strengthen their existing infrastructure and benefit from a complementary solution that streamlines their investigations while making them more productive. The solution enhances security, safety and operational intelligence by combining the Nextiva Video Management Software with the Audio Log Insight Center to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of critical investigations.

Verint Communications and Cyber Intelligence Solutions offer law enforcement agencies and other police services a broad portfolio of solutions for rapidly detecting threats, conducting more productive investigations, collecting evidence, and preventing crime. The solutions efficiently collect, monitor, and analyze information from virtually any communications network or data source.

The solution also serves as a forensic tool that can provide public safety organizations and other critical infrastructure entities with a 360degree view of captured data for expediting investigations, debriefings and training. Its integrated interface and advanced analytics enable audio and video to be analyzed together by capitalizing on the robust functionality of two well-established Verint solutions. The company’s solution help governments, agencies, and other organizations around the world improve performance and protect people, property, and assets. www.ind-safety.com

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