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Bridgehill proudly introduces the Car Fire Blanket Standard 2 – a powerful, EV-rated solution for safely isolating fires in both electric and fossil fuel vehicles. With enhanced fire resistance and rapid deployment, it's built for today’s emergency response demands.
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Bridgehill proudly presents the new wheeled Bridgehill Fire Blanket Cabinet. Designed for high-risk environments, this cabinet delivers unmatched durability, mobility, and instant access when every second counts.
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DIN SPEC 91489 | 2024-11 sets a new benchmark for fire safety in electric vehicles (EVs), providing a standardized framework for certified EV fire blankets.
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Bridgehill’s fire blankets are not only engineered for electric vehicle (EV) fires—they also deliver outstanding performance for fossil-fuel vehicles.
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We are thrilled to announce that Bridgehill will be attending Automechanika Shanghai, the world-renowned trade fair for the automotive service industry, from December 2-5, 2024. This prestigious event gathers industry leaders, innovators, and professionals from across the globe, providing an unparalleled platform for networking, knowledge exchange, and showcasing the latest advancements in the automotive sector.
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An electric vehicle fire in Vilnius in November 2024, Lithuania, triggered a large-scale emergency response in a densely populated parking area—underscoring the growing threat posed by lithium-ion battery fires. As EV adoption surges across Europe, urban fire safety infrastructure must keep pace with the evolving risks.
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Bridgehill successfully hosted its first live fire blanket demonstration in Oradea, Romania, in collaboration with our new distribution partner, Distreo.
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A Tesla Cybertruck caught fire in Harlingen, Texas, after crashing into a fire hydrant—ironically, the water may have triggered a thermal runaway in the EV’s lithium-ion battery. Crews worked on extinguishing the battery for over an hour.
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Alarming trend suggests that EV fires are not as rare as previously assumed, prompting the need for precautionary measures. One such measure is the installation of a Bridgehill car fire blanket at every EV charging station.
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In Anerkennung des Bedarfs an Branchenstandards zur Sicherstellung einheitlicher Qualität und Zuverlässigkeit wurde die DIN SPEC 91489:2024-11 als erster standardisierter Rahmen für Löschdecken speziell für den Einsatz bei Elektrofahrzeugen eingeführt.
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Bridgehill has received a certification from the Scientific and Research Center for Fire Protection - National Research Institute, for our product, Bridgehill Car Pro X fire blanket. The blanket has been deemed suitable for fire protection usage.
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BYD has announced the delivery of Latin America's largest electric bus fleet, with 379 zero-emission buses set to revolutionize urban transport. While this marks a major leap toward sustainable mobility, it also highlights the critical need for fire safety in electric public transportation.
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Bridgehill and our partner, Yone Corporation, organized a car fire blanket demonstration in Japan with key participants from leading car producers, shipping companies, and both local and national media outlets in attendance.
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A Tesla crash at Burger King in Bodø, Norway, could have ended in disaster — but thanks to a quick-thinking janitor and the deployment of a Bridgehill Car Fire Blanket, the situation was swiftly contained. The electric vehicle, which crashed into the building at City Nord, began emitting smoke, prompting immediate concern over a potential battery fire.
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Nikolay has deep insight into the automotive industry and strong collaboration with firefighters, he knows exactly how to match our fire blanket solutions to real-world challenges.
Contact Nikolay to find the right solution for your team or fleet.