Fire Protection Journal

Code & Compliance·February 19, 2026

Firetrace Executive Addresses Key Myths in BESS Fire Protection

Joe DeBellis, Global Head of Clean Energy at Firetrace International, clarifies common misconceptions about fire suppression in Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), citing new survey data on public perception and safety.

Code & Compliance·February 19, 2026

LA City Council Advances Proposal to Clear Hillside Encampments in High-Risk Fire Zones

The Los Angeles City Council has directed the city attorney to draft changes to the municipal code that would grant officials more authority to remove homeless encampments from areas designated as 'Very High Fire Severity Zones,' even without the property owner's consent.

Products·February 19, 2026

Plumis Expands U.S. Availability of UL-Listed Automist Water Mist System

UK-based Plumis is expanding U.S. access to its Automist system, a residential fire suppression solution that uses targeted water mist and has received UL 2167A certification. The system is designed to use up to 90% less water than traditional sprinklers.

M&A·February 19, 2026

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety Acquires CARE Security & Monitoring, Expanding in Kentucky

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has acquired Louisville-based CARE Security & Monitoring, adding a team with over 30 years of experience in security systems, monitoring, and fire extinguisher services.

Products·January 19, 2026

KiddeFenwal Launches NATURA Micro for Small-Space Fire Suppression

KiddeFenwal has launched the NATURA Micro, a compact inert gas suppression system designed to protect high-value, small-sized assets like server racks and electrical cabinets. The system uses inert gases with zero environmental impact.

Products·January 17, 2026

Promat cuts board drying energy use by 66% with new steam tech

Promat has reduced energy consumption in its fire protection board drying process by 66% by implementing a new system using super-heated steam and heat pumps.

News·January 17, 2026

Nitin Fire Protection profits down 99.9% in Q3

While under a liquidation process, India-based Nitin Fire Protection Industries reported a 99.95% drop in net profit for the third quarter of fiscal year 2026, alongside a modest 4.7% increase in sales.

Code & Compliance·January 16, 2026

Using automated tools to track regulatory changes? "Use our API" - Federal Register

Fire protection professionals relying on automated tools to monitor the Federal Register are encountering new access restrictions, including CAPTCHAs and IP-based blocks, intended to curb aggressive scraping. The agency is directing users toward its official API instead.

Code & Compliance·January 16, 2026

Bill proposes consolidation of Indiana fire services

Indiana Senate Bill 270, recently passed by a key committee, would require underperforming township fire and EMS providers to merge with neighboring services, potentially reshaping fire protection delivery across the state.

News·January 16, 2026

Spartan named best in Houston by review aggregator

BusinessRate has recognized Spartan Fire Protection as the Best Fire Protection Service in Houston for 2025, highlighting the company's service excellence in the competitive Texas market.