Gasmet launches a rack-mountable FTIR gas analyser

Gasmet Technologies has released the GT7000 Tellus, a rack-mountable FTIR gas analyser for multi-gas analysis.

Designed for system-level use

GT7000 Tellus supports reliable gas analysis in conditions where stability, repeatability and integration are essential.

The company highlighted that the analyser is suited for changing process conditions and continuous or repeated measurement requirements.

Typical applications include process gas analysis, emissions monitoring, laboratory testing and validation, combustion research, carbon capture and CO₂ purity monitoring, as well as air quality monitoring.

“Continuous or repeated gas analysis”

Jyrki Korpela, Director of Product Management, Gasmet Technologies stated: “GT7000 Tellus is designed for applications where gas analysis must operate reliably as part of a defined system and measurement workflow.

“The rack-mountable format supports integration into measurement systems, and the analyser can be configured for different setups where continuous or repeated gas analysis is required.”

Multi-gas analysis capability

GT7000 Tellus enables simultaneous measurement of up to 50 gases from a wide gas library, including 500 quantifiable and 5000 identifiable gases.

Combined with Calcmet 16 software, it supports analysis of complex gas mixtures with instant gas concentration results, data connectivity and identification of unknown gases.

Measurement setups can be configured through software without hardware changes.

The rack-mountable format enables installation alongside other instruments as part of a broader measurement setup.

Measurement conditions can be configured with selectable temperatures, optical path lengths and pressure compensation options.

Proven FTIR technology

According to the company, the measurement capability is based on Gasmet FTIR technology, with performance validated through EN15267‑4 QAL1 certification of the GT6000 Mobilis platform.

GT7000 Tellus builds on 35 years of in‑house FTIR development and application expertise, with over 7 000 analyzers delivered worldwide.

The same measurement approach is used across laboratory testing, process applications, research and environmental monitoring, Gasmet added.

“Continues the next generation product family”

Nenne Nordström, CEO, Gasmet Technologies commented: “It is great to see how we can respond to customer needs across different applications with the same core technology.

“GT7000 Tellus builds on proven FTIR technology and continues the next generation product family defined by GT5000 Terra and GT6000 Mobilis, supporting the use of FTIR-based gas analysis in the field, in testing and in fixed system setups,” he concluded.

Flir to unveil new thermal camera at Interschutz 2026

Flir has announced a landmark expansion of its firefighting portfolio at Interschutz 2026 -hall 27 booth M42.

Flir K85-N

Headlining the launch is the Flir K85-N, the first thermal imaging camera (TIC) on the market to achieve full certification under the new NFPA 1930:2025 standard.

The company explained that the K85-N arrives as the successor to the industry-standard K65, offering a rugged, fresh design paired with significant leaps in sensor performance.

Featuring a 640×480 resolution and a ground-breaking single-range architecture, the K85-N ensures firefighters maintain high-fidelity visibility without the lag or image degradation typically associated with switching between temperature modes.

“Previously unreachable”

Benjamin Mortlock, Team Lead at Flir stated: “In high-stress environments, clarity is the difference between a successful mission and a tragedy.

“The K85-N is engineered so that crews never miss critical scene information.

“With its enhanced contrast and dedicated modes for search and detection, we are providing a level of situational awareness that was previously unreachable,” Mortlock added.

A unified ecosystem

Beyond the K85-N, Flir highlighted that it is introducing updated 2026 versions of its proven K75 and K85 cameras.

These models benefit from a revised optical design and a lower f-number, significantly improving image clarity in low-contrast environments.

According to Flir, the 2026 K-Series features:

  • Standardised Ergonomics: A new compact battery and enhanced grip aligned with the K85-N platform
  • Advanced Connectivity: Integration with the Flir Responder mobile app, enabling wireless streaming, over-the-air (OTA) firmware updates, and simplified post-incident analysis
  • Rapid Deployment: A newly engineered in-truck charger featuring a ‘insert, twist, lock’ mechanism for faster, more reliable handling in high-pressure scenarios

“Keeps the focus where it belongs”

Peter Dekkers, Business Development Director at Flir commented: “Our goal for 2026 was standardisation and serviceability.”

“Whether a department is using the NFPA-certified K85-N or the updated K75, the interface, batteries and charging infrastructure remain consistent.

“This reduces training friction and keeps the focus where it belongs: on the fireground,” he concluded.

“Mystery” Reveal at Stand

Flir teased about an exclusive, unannounced development that will remain under wraps until the exhibition doors open.

This “booth-only” reveal is expected to showcase a new frontier in first-responder safety technology.

Attendees of Interschutz 2026 can experience the full K-Series line up at the Flir booth located in hall 27 booth M42.

The Security Event and Fire Safety Event enter new European era

Following record-breaking 2026 editions, The Security Event and Fire Safety Event will evolve into European brands ahead of 2027, reflecting their outstanding growth and increasing prominence as leading destinations for security and fire safety professionals from across Europe.

Growth

Since their launches in 2019 and 2016 respectively, The Security Event (TSE) and Fire Safety Event (FSE) have experienced exceptional growth.

Each year, thousands of industry professionals now travel from across the UK to the NEC Birmingham, firmly establishing TSE and FSE as the UK’s leading annual meeting place for the security and fire industries.

Building on this continued success, both TSE & FSE have rightfully earned strong international recognition and are increasingly attracting European integrators, consultants, specifiers and end users seeking innovation, insight and valuable industry connections.

This evolution into recognised European brands reflects that growing influence, while supporting a long-term vision to become the leading destination for the wider European market.

Importantly, the move signals expansion of vision, not relocation.

The Security Event and the Fire Safety Event will remain firmly rooted at the NEC Birmingham, with the UK market continuing to sit at the heart of both shows.

UK industry

As the bedrock of their success, organisers of TSE & FSE, Nineteen Group note that the UK industry remains central to the events’ future ambitions.

Nineteen Group said that it sees significant opportunity to welcome even more visitors from European markets, many of which lack a dedicated trade event of this scale serving their respective country / region.

This next phase is set to further enrich the experience of all our stakeholders, enhance collaboration, drive innovation, opening new export opportunities and expand the community’s reach, Nineteen added.

“The most significant exhibitions”

Tristan Norman, Group Managing Director, Nineteen Group commented: “From humble beginnings, The Security & Fire Safety Events have evolved into some of the most significant exhibitions in the global calendar for the industries they serve.

“This repositioning reflects both their continued growth and increasing importance and we look forward to further establishing these events as world-leading trade shows.”

“Carefully aligned with the growing interest”

Peter Poole, Group Event Director stated: “The direction of a trade show is shaped by the industry it serves and our brand evolution is designed to reflect that journey.

“The growth of both events has been phenomenal in a relatively short period of time and the continued support we receive from the UK is something we deeply value.

“The UK remains hugely important to us and this repositioning has been carefully aligned with the growing interest we are seeing from across Europe,” he continued.

“We are entering an exciting new phase, reinforcing TSE and FSE as the UK’s premier events while establishing them as the key hub for the European community, right here at the heart of the UK at the NEC Birmingham.

“I’m incredibly excited about the additional value this will bring to our partners,” he concluded.

Culture

According to Nineteen Group, with hundreds of global leading brands, influential speakers, live demonstrations, networking opportunities and sector-leading thought leadership, the events have become known for their strong sense of community and culture.

Ventusky expands app with new safety information

Ventusky has revealed that it has expanded its weather platform with safety information.

The app now shows satellite-detected fires, official fire incidents and official meteorological and hydrological warnings.

Expansion

According to the company, the value is in seeing hazards together with the weather factors that can shape and influence them into serious hazards, including:

  • Wind
  • Humidity
  • Precipitation
  • Temperature
  • Satellite imagery
  • Air quality

These conditions can influence how a fire spreads, where smoke moves, how severe a storm becomes or which areas may need closer attention.

Fire markers in Ventusky combine several sources.

Features

Ventusky said that its Global fire detection uses NASA FIRMS data based on VIIRS satellite measurements and is supported by observations from MTG and Himawari geostationary satellites.

In the United States, Canada and Australia, Ventusky also shows official fire incidents reported by firefighting agencies.

These records can include affected area, intensity, number of fire personnel, fuel type or percentage of containment.

Prescribed burns are marked separately from uncontrolled fires.

Warnings and hazards

Official warnings come from national meteorological and hydrological services.

They cover hazards such as strong wind, thunderstorms, heavy rain, flooding, snow, ice, extreme
temperatures and fire weather.

The app

Ventusky is not meant to replace official emergency communication.

It gives residents, journalists, local authorities and emergency responders a quick visual context around a developing situation.

The company added that the app keeps this information in a clean interface without advertising, while the key fire and warning information is available without a paid subscription.

HAFEX reveals participation at INTERSCHUTZ 2026

HAFEX (Hybrid Aerosol Fire Extinguishing Systems) has announced that they will be exhibiting at INTERSCHUTZ 2026.

Hafex stated that this marks its second participation at Hannover, one of the world’s leading international exhibitions for fire protection, rescue and safety technologies.

The exhibition

At the exhibition, HAFEX will showcase its latest advanced fire suppression technologies designed for high-risk and mission-critical applications across marine, renewable energy, defence, industrial and sensitive electronic sectors especially Strontium Based Aerosol Technology.

Among the solutions being presented will be:

  • HAFEX aerosol fire suppression systems
  • Lithium-ion battery fire protection technologies for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
  • Electrical cabinet suppression systems
  • Marine and offshore fire protection solutions
  • Specialised systems developed for defence and critical infrastructure applications
  • Sensitive Electronic Protection by Strontium Nitrate Based Clean Agent Equivelant Hafex Aerosol

The company said that as industries worldwide continue moving toward electrification, renewable energy and increasingly complex infrastructure, the demand for compact, efficient and reliable fire suppression technologies continues to grow rapidly.

HAFEX aims to address these evolving risks through engineering-focused solutions designed for challenging operational environments where reliability and rapid response are critical.

Worldwide deployment

The company’s systems are currently deployed across more than 40 countries in applications including offshore wind turbines, harbour cranes, vessels, electrical systems, industrial machinery, data-sensitive environments and defence platforms.

Focusing on the future

Speaking about the upcoming exhibition, HAFEX stated that INTERSCHUTZ 2026 represents an important opportunity to strengthen international partnerships, present next-generation suppression technologies and engage directly with global fire safety professionals and industry stakeholders.

The company also highlighted the growing importance of specialised fire protection solutions for lithium-ion batteries, renewable energy infrastructure and mission-critical systems as some of the key areas shaping the future of the global fire protection industry.

Stand

Visitors to INTERSCHUTZ 2026 will have the opportunity to explore HAFEX technologies firsthand and learn more about the company’s expanding international projects and advanced suppression capabilities in Hall 13/B02.

Fire services act to close training gaps for female firefighters

While a record-number of women are joining the fire service, heralding a new era of inclusivity for the sector, a new report highlights that training and injury-prevention protocols remain overwhelmingly based on male physiology.

Research and findings

Experts led by the University of East London highlight how optimised training – tailored to female physiology and health – can improve female firefighters’ safety and career longevity, as, although the physical demands are the same for everyone, there is currently a flawed assumption that training principles based on male cohorts will produce the same results in females.
The research reveals that nearly 80% of female firefighters operate in ill-fitting personal protective equipment (PPE), compared to just 20.9% of their male counterparts.
This equipment mismatch, combined with a lack of sex-specific training and recovery actively heightens the risk of injury.

“Immediate, real-world change”

Co-author of the report, Dr Lee Brown, Senior Lecturer and Researcher at University of East London commented: “Currently, women make up 8% of firefighters across the UK, and while recruitment numbers are rising, retention remains a challenge.
“Most services currently don’t have policies regarding female-specific physical training and drastically lack research and policy to support women through key life stages such as pregnancy, postpartum and menopause.
“This research and the involvement of services such as the Kent Fire and Rescue Service in this type of initiatives is a step in the right direction, and it is prompting immediate, real-world change.”

Sex-specific training

Dr Brown is currently working with Chief executive Ann Millington at Kent Fire and Rescue Service, which is directly implementing the new sex-specific training recommendations this year, and will be partnering with other fire services to overhaul training guidance and develop robust policies designed to keep women in the service longer.

“We’re proud to lead the way”

Ann Millington, Chief executive at Kent Fire and Rescue Service said: “Our goal is to be an employer of choice where every firefighter has the tools to thrive.
“By adopting these sex-specific training and PPE protocols, we are telling our female colleagues that their health and careers are a top priority.
“We’re proud to lead the way in creating a fire service that is fit for the future,” Millington added.

“A more supportive environment”

Sophie Bulmer, Firefighter at Canterbury Fire Station said: “This research has helped raise awareness of the challenges and unique issues female firefighters face.
“In particular, it has focussed on understanding strength and fitness performance and on developing practical, evidence-based solutions that could help create a more supportive environment for women in the fire service.
“We’re thrilled to be part of this work, which has potential to help ensure standards that are both achievable and sustainable,” she concluded.

The study

Published in the National Strength and Conditioning Association’s (NSCA) TSAC Report, Dr Brown’s study highlights the need to recognise female physiology when programming training and recovery strategies, to create a more inclusive culture that supports female firefighters throughout their entire careers.
The study suggested that training should focus on improving absolute strength and address females’ sex-specific vulnerabilities – such as higher ACL injury risks – through targeted injury prevention.
Training and recovery should also be adapted and account for shift-work fatigue, sleep deprivation and hormonal fluctuations.
Finally, properly sized, fitted and structured PPE for females must be a mandated, non-negotiable safety requirement, where at present, is largely based on male body measurements, which can fail to protect them properly.

Harmony Fire secures Procure Plus framework appointment

Harmony Fire has announced that it has added to its growing tally of public sector framework wins with its appointment to four lots on the £695 million Procure Plus Framework for Building Safety and Compliance Works and Associated Consultancy Services (BSCW).

Procure Plus

According to the company, Procure Plus maximises procurement efficiencies for social housing providers across the UK and this is the third iteration of a four-year framework supporting the delivery of expertise and capability in fire risk mitigation, consultancy and delivery.

Procure Plus is an influential procurement partner to the social housing sector, with strong representation from Registered Providers across its board of directors overseeing over £200 million of goods and services transactions annually.

This deep sector expertise, core focus on deliverable procurement efficiencies and drive to amplify positive social value outcomes for the communities it serves underscore Procure Plus’ compelling market offer, added Harmony Fire. 

Appointments

Across a highly competitive bid process, Harmony Fire scored successes in Lot 14 – the Design, Supply, Installation and Maintenance of Sprinkler and Mist Systems, and Lot 4 – Fire Precaution and Compartmentation Works National.

The company added that it was also appointed to Lot 3 – Building Safety Consultancy and Lot 13 – Design, Supply, Installation and Maintenance of Fire Alarms and Electrical Upgrade Works.

“The UK’s best life safety specialists”

Nichola O’Brien, Partnerships Director at Harmony Fire, said: “The rigorous bidding process for the Procure Plus BSCW framework reflects the intense competition to secure a coveted place on key fire safety lots.

“There is significant housing sector knowledge and expertise in the Procure Plus team and a genuine recognition of how efficient and effective procurement can unlock vital projects faster and in a way that amplifies community benefits during and long after work has concluded.

“High-performing frameworks not only provide an effective procurement pathway for social housing providers to access the UK’s best life safety specialists, but they also facilitate the sharing of knowledge and best approaches between partners for constant iterative improvement.

“We look forward to playing our role delivering innovative solutions that make our communities safer,” O’Brien concluded. 

Strategic partnerships

The Procure Plus BSCW framework joins an expanding list of recent high-profile Harmony Fire wins.

The company is also a strategic partner on the SHED 5 framework, NHC Procurement Active Fire Framework, Fusion 21, Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC), CHIC Fire & Building Safety Framework and the NHS Shared Business Services framework.

The Guinness Partnership, Notting Hill Genesis and Places for People are also key strategic Harmony Fire frameworks.

HIKMICRO marks 10th anniversary with new launch

HIKMICRO is celebrating 10 years of global leadership in smart thermal imaging by introducing SuperScene Mode. This AI-powered breakthrough facilitates faster, simpler and more accessible thermal inspections for trade professionals and DIY enthusiasts of any skill level.

Far more than just a new feature, SuperScene Mode represents a transition from simple image capture to instant actionable insight.

By embedding a decade of field expertise into AI-driven analysis, HIKMICRO is removing the complexity that has traditionally limited thermal imaging while setting a new benchmark in usability and performance.

“A new chapter”

Stefan Li, Overseas General Manager at HIKMICRO explained: “Our vision from day one was to take thermal imaging solutions from niche applications to the mass market, adding more intelligence and accessibility.

“SuperScene Mode marks a new chapter in that vision.

“This advanced technology embeds the knowledge of experienced trade professionals directly into our products, enabling any user to work like an expert,” Li concluded.

From detection to decision

Thermal imaging can reveal hidden issues, but correct device configuration and image interpretation have long-proved barriers. Adjusting parameters, understanding thermal patterns, and making accurate diagnoses typically require training and experience.

SuperScene Mode eliminates these obstacles through its two-layer architecture.

First, Expert Presets, See like an Expert, automatically optimise camera settings for common inspection scenes that include Water Leak, Insulation, Floor Heating, Electrical, Macro, Solar Panel and more.

According to the company, this saves time and eliminates guesswork, so every inspection starts with the right settings.

For professionals, advanced scenes like Insulation Pro and Condensation deliver enhanced visual alerts and environmental data integration for deeper diagnostic insights.

Second, Smart SuperScene, Think like an Expert, applies AI to analyze thermal images.

In key scenes like Water leak, Insulation and Floor Heating, the system detects and flags anomalies on screen, turning raw data into clear, actionable information.

The result is an instant step change in ease of use.

What once depended on specialist expertise can now be completed with greater speed, consistency and confidence, HIKMICRO added.

“Clear and highly effective”

Aleksandar Stojanović, a Level two certified thermographer commented: “The visual indicators, such as anomaly markers, are clear and highly effective.

“They streamline the inspection process and make it much easier to communicate findings, as issues are immediately visible and easy to explain.”

 

Robust UK launches new adjustable door head extensions

Robust UK has revealed that it now offers adjustable head extensions free of charge on all non-certified door sets on request.

According to the company, this innovative solution is designed to cover gaps of up to 15mm between the frame header and the structural opening.

Unlike conventional solutions such as spacers and mastic that simply fill gaps, the adjustable frame header extension creates a professional-looking installation, every time, enhancing the overall appearance.

Adjustable extensions

The company claimed that fitters will welcome the fact that the adjustable extensions for door headers avoid the need for frame packers and dispensing of the need for mastic will also ensure a more aesthetically pleasing result for the end customer.

Ultimately, Robust’s new adjustable header extensions reduce the risk of remakes or unsightly gaps following site survey mis-measurements or in the instance of particularly out-of-square structural openings, supporting smoother project delivery and avoiding unnecessary cost.

Installation is simple and efficient thanks to the use of jacking screws and each unit is manufactured so that it can be trimmed on-site to the exact required length, ensuring a precise finish every time, Robust added. 

Previously, gaps of up to 10mm would have required filling with mastic, a process that could delay projects, look unsightly, increase costs and often involved specialist trades.

Robust said that its new adjustable header extensions eliminate these issues and increases the gap tolerance by 5mm, allowing fitters to complete installations quickly and efficiently while maintaining a high-quality finish.

Paul Williams, Commercial Director at Robust explained: “Our new adjustable head extensions provide installers and project managers with the ability to achieve an aesthetically pleasing finish to a door set, even on challenging projects.

“It was developed in response to customer requests for a completely flexible solution, allowing customers to overcome any issues with mis-measurements up to 15mm between the frame header and structural opening,” he concluded. 

Victaulic launches new fire protection piping systems

Victaulic has revealed the launch of its new Firelock Installation-Ready Style 009V rigid coupling for joining fire protection piping systems in Europe and the Middle East.

Further extending the widely used range of Victaulic Installation-Ready Technology, the company said that the new coupling features several practical design updates that directly address jobsite feedback and help mitigate labour risks.

Style 009V

First, the company explained that Style 009V introduces ‘one-touch tightening’ and extended track neck bolts.

Whereas previous couplings required installers to tighten the bolts in an alternating pattern, the Style 009V enables each bolt to be tightened fully, one at a time, providing easier, faster and accurate installation.

The new bolt design avoids spinning, allows for easy one-hand assembly, enhanced engagement into the coupling housings and additional security to avoid pinching fingers.

Victaulic added that another key improvement is the installation indicator, a new bolt pad design that makes visual confirmation of correct installation even easier.

Previously, installers looked at bolt pad shift on each half of the coupling, now with the Style 009V, the new design locks into place and the installer can simply check whether there is metal-to-metal contact without the need for evaluating bolt pad shift nor torque requirements.

This increases contractor confidence that every joint is properly installed.

The new design also includes an enhanced gasket design with integrated pipe-stop tabs that provides proper alignment in both vertical and horizontal installations and ensures consistent pipe end separation.

This is particularly beneficial when joining vertical pipes in riser systems, Victaulic added.

According to the company, the new design enables faster and easier installation than other couplings from the Victaulic FireLock Installation-Ready range resulting in risk reduction and lower labour cost.

The visual verification at the installation indicator results in enhanced reliability, fewer installation errors, less rework and fewer call backs.

By making installation simpler and verification clearer, Victaulic highlighted that it is lowering the barrier to entry for new installers, allowing contractors to maintain high-quality standards with smaller or less experienced crews and decreases the learning curve for apprentices.

The Style 009V Firelock Installation-Ready rigid coupling is engineered specifically for the pressures and requirements of fire protection systems.

Victaulic said that it is available in sizes DN32 to DN300, 1 ¼” to 12” and for pressures up to 365 psi or 25 bar.

Approvals include FM, cULus, LPCB and VdS (VdS for DN32 to DN80 only), among other global fire protection listings.

“Easier and more efficient”

Graeme Leonard, Victaulic’s fire protection division manager for the EMEA region commented: “We spend a lot of time on jobsites and listen carefully to what installers tell us.

“They face constant pressure to work faster but also need to know the job is done correctly.

“The design improvements in the Style 009V are a direct result of that feedback. It’s not about reinventing the wheel; rather making smart optimisations that make an installer’s job easier and more efficient.

“Ultimately, it’s about giving them the confidence that the joint is right first time, every time, without any guesswork,” he concluded.