ASP Fire – NGAGE – The Agency for Industry https://media.ngage.co.za The Agency for Industry Thu, 27 Nov 2025 08:01:04 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://media.ngage.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/cropped-Favicon-32x32.png ASP Fire – NGAGE – The Agency for Industry https://media.ngage.co.za 32 32 A rational design for fire-safety purposes is not just a tick box exercise https://media.ngage.co.za/a-rational-design-for-fire-safety-purposes-is-not-just-a-tick-box-exercise/ Wed, 13 Nov 2024 12:02:26 +0000 https://media.ngage.co.za/a-rational-design-for-fire-safety-purposes-is-not-just-a-tick-box-exercise/ As building regulations evolve and safety standards are updated, the importance of consulting an expert for a proper rational design in fire protection is increasingly vital. ASP Fire CEO Michael van Niekerk highlights the fifth edition of SANS 10400 Part T, released in February this year, stressing the need for sound engineering principles in fire […]

The post A rational design for fire-safety purposes is not just a tick box exercise appeared first on NGAGE - The Agency for Industry.

]]> ASP Fire highlights critical risks of fire safety in residential environments https://media.ngage.co.za/asp-fire-highlights-critical-risks-of-fire-safety-in-residential-environments/ Tue, 14 Oct 2025 12:35:51 +0000 https://media.ngage.co.za/asp-fire-highlights-critical-risks-of-fire-safety-in-residential-environments/ A leading provider of fire protection solutions, ASP Fire is drawing attention to the significant fire risks that exist within residential environments, stressing the importance of proactive fire-safety management at household level. While fire protection in commercial and industrial sectors is highly regulated, domestic fire safety remains an area where risk is often underestimated. “Fire risk […]

The post ASP Fire highlights critical risks of fire safety in residential environments appeared first on NGAGE - The Agency for Industry.

]]> ASP Fire stresses fire safety for above-ground petroleum storage facilities https://media.ngage.co.za/asp-fire-stresses-fire-safety-for-above-ground-petroleum-storage-facilities/ Thu, 27 Nov 2025 08:01:04 +0000 https://media.ngage.co.za/asp-fire-stresses-fire-safety-for-above-ground-petroleum-storage-facilities/ Above-ground storage tanks (ASTs) play a critical role in the handling of petroleum products, particularly in refineries, fuel depots, and bulk distribution hubs. However, their very design and function mean that they present some of the highest fire risks in the energy and petrochemical sectors. ASP Fire, a leader in fire-risk management and safety engineering, […]

The post ASP Fire stresses fire safety for above-ground petroleum storage facilities appeared first on NGAGE - The Agency for Industry.

]]> Best fire safety practice for BESS installations https://media.ngage.co.za/best-fire-safety-practice-for-bess-installations/ Tue, 26 Nov 2024 09:49:23 +0000 https://media.ngage.co.za/best-fire-safety-practice-for-bess-installations/ Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) have become increasingly important for supporting renewable energy integration and grid stability. However, they pose unique fire safety challenges due to the energy density and chemical nature of batteries, particularly lithium-ion polymer (Li-ion) batteries with cobalt or manganese chemistries. The technology functions by storing electrical energy in batteries for later […]

The post Best fire safety practice for BESS installations appeared first on NGAGE - The Agency for Industry.

]]> Beware of the fire risk posed by lithium-ion batteries https://media.ngage.co.za/beware-of-the-fire-risk-posed-by-lithium-ion-batteries/ Wed, 13 Nov 2024 11:55:05 +0000 https://media.ngage.co.za/beware-of-the-fire-risk-posed-by-lithium-ion-batteries/ As renewable energy systems, including solar panels and battery energy storage systems (BESS), gain increasing popularity, experts caution about the potential fire risks posed by lithium-ion batteries. Commonly used in energy storage systems, lithium-ion batteries pose unique fire hazards due to their flammable electrolytes, highlights ASP Fire CEO Michael van Niekerk. Unlike traditional lead-acid batteries, […]

The post Beware of the fire risk posed by lithium-ion batteries appeared first on NGAGE - The Agency for Industry.

]]>