Archetech Issue 36 2018 | Page 62

LIFE SAFETY IS A RIGHT NOT A PRIVILEGE Life safety is a right – not a privilege. Alongside the current national agenda regarding fire safety in the built environment, with a particular emphasis on social housing, FIREX International https://www.firex.co.uk/?cid=mhm is the most dedicated platform for engaging with leading experts, exploring proven technologies and receiving essential guidance. As the global centre of excellence for life safety, FIREX International brings together over 17,000 fire safety professionals, manufacturers, consultants, distributors, end-users and installers in London from 81 countries. FIREX 2018 is the only event that connects the global fire and security markets and gives fire and security professionals access to the very latest technology from suppliers across the world, cutting-edge solutions and essential knowledge to ensure life safety. FIREX has a key purpose in presenting approved products to fire safety professionals with a strong emphasis on competency, and is where the world’s leading fire protection brands will be putting their solutions into action. From 19-21 June at ExCeL London, fire safety professionals from Hong Kong to Germany, and Australia to UAE, have the chance to join the global community, share best practice and keep up to date on changes in legislation. FIREX is fully reflective of all the key aspects of fire protection from the latest detection, alarms, sounders and sprinkler systems, through to highly engineered solutions for firestopping and passive fire protection. The event draws more than 130 exhibitors, including 33 brand new exhibiting companies for 2018 and a new dedicated Sprinkler Feature Area.