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Step into the world of fire safety through stories that go beyond product labels. We spotlight breakthrough moments, behind-the-scenes action, major global expos, and the bold strides our partners are making worldwide. This is also where we share industry news that matters — trends, insights, and developments shaping the future of fire safety.
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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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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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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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We are glad to share that we have obtained NFPA 701 certification for Car Pro X and Car Standard fire blankets. This represents our unwavering dedication to ensuring safety and quality in everything we do.
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South Korean officials met in august to address electric vehicle safety and the possibility of requiring car manufacturers to disclose battery brands. This follows a fire on August 1, which started in a Mercedes-Benz EV parked in an underground garage and damaged an apartment building. The fire took eight hours to extinguish, affecting around 140 cars and displacing some residents.
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