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FPIDah stands for "Fire Protection Industry Daily News", and it's a great resource for staying up-to-date on the latest news, trends, and developments in the fire protection industry. Here are some recent news articles from FPIDah:

Top Stories

  1. NFPA Releases New Edition of NFPA 101: The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has released the 2022 edition of NFPA 101, Life Safety Code, which includes updates to fire safety requirements for healthcare facilities, high-rise buildings, and other occupancies.
  2. Fire Safety Concerns Raised at High-Rise Buildings: A recent study by the National Institute of Building Sciences found that many high-rise buildings in the United States do not meet current fire safety codes, putting occupants at risk.
  3. New Technology Aims to Improve Fire Detection: A new fire detection system uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to quickly and accurately detect fires, even in complex environments.

Industry News

  1. Tyco Fire Protection Products Acquires Firetrace: Tyco Fire Protection Products has acquired Firetrace, a leading manufacturer of fire suppression systems for industrial and commercial applications.
  2. Honeywell Acquires Gentex Corporation: Honeywell has acquired Gentex Corporation, a leading manufacturer of fire detection and suppression systems for commercial and industrial applications.
  3. New Fire Safety Standards for Electric Vehicles: The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has released new standards for fire safety in electric vehicles, aimed at reducing the risk of fires and improving safety.

Regulatory Updates

  1. OSHA Proposes New Rule for Fire Safety in Construction: The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has proposed a new rule requiring construction employers to implement fire safety measures on job sites.
  2. NFPA Proposes Updates to Fire Alarm Code: The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has proposed updates to the fire alarm code, including new requirements for fire alarm systems in healthcare facilities and high-rise buildings.

These are just a few of the latest news articles from FPIDah. Stay tuned for more updates on the fire protection industry!