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Firechief celebrate 25 years of carrying the BSI Kitemark certification
Firechief Global, the UK based fire safety brand, has announced that they have reached the milestone of having 25 years of continuous BSI Kitemark certification.
For a quarter of a century, Firechief has carried the BSI Kitemark, a symbol of excellence that assures customers of rigorous independent testing and compliance with the highest industry standards.
The BSI Kitemark is one of the most recognised symbols of quality and safety in the UK and beyond.
Awarded only to products that meet stringent testing requirements, it provides end-users, fire safety professionals and businesses with the confidence that they are using equipment built to perform when it matters most.
Importance of the BSI Kitemark cerification
Reaching 25 years of BSI Kitemark certification is an achievement in the fire safety sector. It represents decades of investment in product innovation, compliance, and customer safety.
It also highlights Firechief’s proactive approach to exceeding regulatory requirements and continuously evolving to meet the demands of modern fire risks.
Managing Director, Firechief Global, Laurie Pollard’s statement
Laurie Pollard, Managing Director at Firechief Global, said of the achievement: “25 years of continuous Kitemark certification is something that cannot be understated in its importance.
“This is tangible proof that, for a quarter of a century, we’ve never given up on our commitment to supplying high-performance, approved fire safety products.”
As Firechief Global celebrates this achievement, the company remains focused on the future. With ongoing investment in research and development, Firechief want to reinstate their commitment to pioneering new fire safety technologies that address emerging risks, including lithium-ion battery fires and eco-friendly suppression solutions.
The BSI Kitemark certification has been carried by Firechief for 25 years: Summary
For a quarter of a century, Firechief has carried the BSI Kitemark, an accreditation awarded only to products that meet stringent testing requirements.
Laurie Pollard, Managing Director at Firechief Global said 25 years of continuous Kitemark certification is something that cannot be understated in its importance.
Zenova Group awarded UK Kitemark for comprehensive fire extinguisher effectiveness
Zenova Group, a provider of fire suppression and interdiction solutions, has achieved the prestigious UK Kitemark certification for its entire range of fire extinguishers.
This certification complements the company’s recent accomplishment of meeting the full European-standards EN3 certification, marking the completion of its objectives for product proficiency.
Impact of the Kitemark certification
The Kitemark certification signifies that Zenova Group’s fire extinguishers meet the highest standards of safety and effectiveness for a variety of fire causes.
With the Kitemark in place, the company has been able to expedite the delivery of 100 fire extinguishers to a major UK customer, facilitating further penetration into crucial sales channels that require such distinguished credentials.
Industry recognition and responses
The acknowledgment of Zenova Group’s high standards has resonated within the industry.
Ewan Dunsire, Director of Bells and Two Tones, remarked: “We have recognised for some time the higher performance standards offered by Zenova’s extinguishers.
“We have just received our first delivery of the Zenova FX fire extinguishers, and the UK Kitemark now allows us to deliver industry-leading extinguisher to our clients in the UK.”
Paul Watkins, Director of KTP UK Ltd, also expressed his satisfaction: “We immediately placed a purchase order for Zenova FX extinguishers as soon as we heard about the Kitemark.
“This was the last missing piece that allows us to sell to leading UK clients.”
Comments from Zenova Group’s CEO
Thomas Melchior, CEO of Zenova Group, highlighted the strategic importance of the Kitemark certification: “Gaining Kitemark certification in the UK is a major milestone for Zenova Group.
“In addition to opening up significant new order potential with major customers requiring this highest-standard credential, we now can formally substantiate our long-held belief that, among competitors producing extinguishers that claim to be effective across a wide range of fire types, Zenova’s fluids are the industry leader for multi-fire cause proficiency.”
Melchior also added: “I am confident that this certification superiority will further enhance our ability to pursue and close new orders with new customers and very much look forward to updating the market over the near-term.”