BULLEX NEWS

Technology, Two Words Teach Hospital Fire Safety

July 20, 2010

“A laser and digital flames are helping staff at Spartanburg Regional Medical Center learn how to put out a fire. The system was awarded through a grant from the Spartanburg Regional Foundation"… view video

TODAY’S Consumer: How to Prevent Kitchen Fires

July 6, 2010

“Janice Lieberman, of Reader’s Digest, and fire-safety expert Ryan O’Donnell show you how to properly squelch out-of-control stove-top and oven flames”

BullEx Introduces the SG4000 and SG6000 Smoke Generators

February 11, 2010

“The SG4000 and 6000 can be used to enhance a variety of training scenarios. The high volume of continuous smoke is ideal for creating horizontal or vertical ventilation drills, search and rescue or thermal imaging drills, large area search drills and mask confidence training "… more

BullEx Introduces SmartDummy Rescue Manikins

January 21, 2010

“The SmartDummy is tough enough to handle intense fire training and smart enough to interact with rescuers. With an interactive VoiceBox, the SmartDummy listens for firefighters and calls out for help "… more

BullEx Digital Safety's GasTrainer™ Named New Product of the Year

November 5, 2009

“BullEx Digital Safety’s GasTrainer has been named “2009 New Product of the Year” by Occupational Health & Safety from the floor of the National Safety Council and Expo in Orlando, Fla. "… more

Fire Extinguisher Training: Preparing Employees for a Fire Emergency

October 1, 2009

“In the October issue of Professional Safety, BullEx's Simon Balint and Ryan O'Donnell discuss the need for a fire extinguisher safety program to include educational components as well as hands-on instructional opportunities"… read article

FDNN TV Tours the BullEx Fire Safety Trailer at the 2009 Firehouse Expo

September 22, 2009

“Many fire departments use fire prevention trailers as part of their public safety programs. Take a tour of the BullEx Fire Safety Trailer at Firehouse Expo in Baltimore"… view video

San Diego Police Foundation to Help Increase Citizens' Disaster Preparedness

September 2, 2009

“Qualcomm Incorporated, the San Diego Police Foundation (SDPF) will award nine San Diego County fire agencies with financial support totaling nearly $150,000 for programs that increase citizens' disaster preparedness"… more

'Smart' Extinguishers May Save Lives

September 1, 2009

“With donations from town residents, New Canaan Fire Company recently purchased the new Bullex Intelligent Training System for use in training members of the community and the fire company — as well as Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT) — on the proper use of fire extinguishers"… more

BullEx HazMat Training Tools Awarded GSA Contract

August 25, 2009

“BullEx Digital Safety has been awarded a GSA contract for its HazMat Training Tools which include a gas detector training system, a hazardous materials placard kit and a leaking propane tank simulator. These innovative tools are used by firefighters and safety personnel to conduct hands-on hazardous materials response training"… more

Safety Stand Down Hits Yakima

June 27, 2009

“It is fire season and county leaders want to make sure everyone's safe.
At Saturday's Summer Stand Down, at the Yakima Wal-Mart people young and old could learn how to use a fire extinguisher and what to do in case of an emergency"… more

Simulator Lets You Feel Heat WIthout Getting Burned

June 12, 2009

“The Army knows that realistic training is the best for properly preparing Soldiers for their duties, and have taken numerous steps to ensure that today's training truly replicates the modern battlefield. Now, with the arrival of a new piece of equipment, the firemen who serve these Soldiers and their families on Fort McPherson and Fort Gillem are also getting some of the most realistic fire prevention training. The BullEx Fire Prevention and Life Safety Trailer is a state-of-the-art piece of equipment that replicates a kitchen and industrial type environment and fires that can be encountered there"… more

New Fire Extinguisher Training Unveiled

May 1, 2009

“The Scranton Fire Prevention Bureau recently conducted a fire extinguisher training demonstration, which is performed annually as a public service to the community. The training is presented at more than 40 area businesses and organizations. State law mandates that many of the participants, such as day care and personal home care staff and certain health care professionals, have this knowledge, according to the bureau"… more

Wahpeton Fire Department Receives Grant for BullEx Fire Safety Trailer

January 31, 2009

“Good news kicked off the Wahpeton City Council meeting Monday, as Richland County Emergency Manager Brett Lambrecht announced the Wahpeton Fire Department will receive three grants. The city council approved grant participation for each of the grants. The first grant for $65,000 is slated for a fire prevention trailer. It's a hands-on trailer that uses digital imagery. There's heat and live smoke in it"… more

BullsEye Laser-Driven Extinguisher Training Featured in Operation 7: Save a Life on WABC-TV in New York

January 31, 2009

“Operation 7: Save A Life has been broadcasting for 10 years and continually look for new ways to get the word out about fire safety. As part of this life saving show, NY Fire Safety Institute will highlight its new digital fire extinguisher training system. BullsEye uses advanced laser technology that will change the way fire extinguisher training is presented to the general population"… view video

BullEx Enters Firefighter Training Market with Magnum™ Fire Training System

January 13, 2009

“BullEx, a market leader in public education and employee safety training, today announced their entry into the firefighter training market with the launch of the Magnum Fire Training System"… more

BullEx Australia Wins Fire Awareness Awards

November 10, 2008

“The General Manager of BullEx Australia was rewarded for his efforts to bring an environmentally friendly form of fire extinguisher training to Australia in the 2008 Fire Awareness Awards"… more

NYFSI to Kick-Off Fire Prevention Week with Extinguisher Training at Rockefeller Center

October 3, 2008

“The NY Fire Safety Institute (NYFSI) will debut their new BullEx® BullsEye™ extinguisher training system during Fire Prevention Week as part of the Fire Safety Expo being held at 30 Rockefeller Plaza"… more

Fire Prevention Week Heats Up at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base

October 1, 2008

“A Base Exchange employee puts out a fire during an extinguisher training session as part of Fire Prevention Week. The fire extinguisher training included a real fire and training on the PASS method: Pull the pin, Aim at the base of the fire, Squeeze the trigger, and Sweep side to side"… view video

United States Coast Guard Recruits to be Trained with BullEx Training Environment

August 12, 2008

“BullEx Digital Safety today announced the delivery of a customized Emergency Response Training Environment to the United States Coast Guard Training Center in Cape May, NJ. The Emergency Response Training Environment is a 30 foot live-fire training trailer"… more

Lady's Island Offers Residents the Real Thing in Firefighting

April 13, 2008

"With the flip of a switch, the firefighters at Lady's Island-St. Helena Fire District can summon just about any type of fire a person might encounter"... more

BullEx Launches Fire Safety Trailers

April 10, 2008

"BullEx Digital Safety today announced the launch of Fire Safety Trailers and unveiled a mobile trailer for use in on-site emergency response training programs"... more

BullEx Digital Safety Engages European, Canadian Markets

March 27, 2008

"BullEx Digital Safety continues its international expansion efforts, including new sales and marketing activities into Europe, Canada and the Caribbean. BullEx has a strong global customer base with products in use in 25 countries"… more

CFD Uses 'Virtual Flames' for Fire Training

March 26, 2008

"The Conway Fire Department recently purchased a fire extinguisher training tool that will, according to Division Chief Randy Freeman, make mandatory training easier, cheaper and more environmentally friendly"... more

Braddock Heights Fire Company Gets New Extinguisher Training System

March 25, 2008

"Braddock Heights, March 25, 2008 - If a fire broke out in your house or business, would you know how to use the fire extinguisher? Members of the Braddock Heights Volunteer Fire Company are hoping to better educate the public on the use of fire extinguishers since they recently received a BullEx Intelligent Training System"... more

Monarch FD Expands Training Program with BullEx System

March 11, 2008

"Chesterfield, MO, March 11, 2008 - The Monarch Fire Protection District has some new simulator equipment that will help provide training to district residents and employees on fire extinguisher operation"... more

BullEx Launches I.T.S. Xtreme

January 9, 2008

"Albany, NY, January 9, 2008 - BullEx Digital Safety today announced the launch of I.T.S. Xtreme™, a live fire extinguisher training simulator for use by fire departments, emergency responders, companies and other organizations"... more

Components of a Comprehensive Fire Extinguisher Training Program

October 1, 2007

"In the October 2007 issue of Safety & Health, BullEx CAO Simon Balint discusses several common elements that should be included in any fire extinguisher training program, through both classroom and hands-on instruction"... read article

BullEx's HotShot Named "Top Product"

July 24, 2007

"BullEx's innovative fire extinguisher training product, the HotShot, has been named a "Top Safety Product of 2007" by Facility Safety Management magazine. Each year, this award is given to innovative products that have a positive impact"... more

BullEx Awarded GSA Contract

December 12, 2006

"BullEx Digital Safety has been awarded a GSA contract for its Intelligent Training System™, the safest and cleanest fire extinguisher training solution available"... more

Fire Extinguisher Training While Under a Fire Ban

November 2, 2006

In the November 2006 issue of Safety & Health, BullEx CEO Ryan O’Donnell provides insight about conducting fire extinguisher training while under a fire ban"... read article

BullEx Wins Environmental Health & Safety Award from the National Registry of Environmental Professionals

October 31, 2006

"The National Registry of Environmental Professionals (NREP) has recognized BullEx™ Digital Safety with their award for Environmental Health & Safety Management Systems – Infrastructure Preparedness & Training. The association’s highest award"... more