The Importance of Fire Safety in Hospitality
As the hospitality sector continues to grow, one threat persists in the background: fire risk in increasingly complex buildings.
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Below you will find news updates and press releases from Hyfire.
As the hospitality sector continues to grow, one threat persists in the background: fire risk in increasingly complex buildings.
The new version of the Intelligent Loop Calculator v1.0.4.1 is now available.
As high-rise buildings continue to dominate over skylines, wireless fire systems are quickly becoming the most cost efficient and reliable way of keeping these towering giants safe.
Hyfire has expanded its roster of Regional Sales Managers with the appointment of Johan Paulsen, who brings over 25 years of technical experience across fire detection and electronics.
As part of Hyfire’s geographical expansion and its contribution to innovative wireless fire technology adoption, Hertek has now become Hyfire’s most recent official partner in the Netherlands, where they’re market leaders
Hyfire is proud to announce the launch of its new Taurus Wireless Door Holder, offering a powerful, fully compliant solution for fire door safety.
Fire Doors may sound like a recent invention, but in reality, the concept of using doors to try to limit the spread of fire has existed for thousands of years.
We’re pleased to announce that we are reintroducing the pull tab into our Taurus wireless detectors.
After divulging more than £50 million through the Waking Watch Replacement fund in previous years, the UK Government has just approved another £21.11 million in funding available through March 2026.
In June 2025, a fire broke out on the upper floors of a 67-storey residential building in Dubai. The incident acts as a stark reminder of the importance of fire safety, especially in high-rise buildings.
Hyfire is excited to welcome Wendie Thomson as new Regional Sales Manager for Scotland and Ireland. With over 30 years of experience, she brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to Hyfire.
Hyfire’s advanced wireless systems are an ideal choice to ensure the safety of educational buildings. Along with Hyfire’s Taurus wireless fire alarms, Hyfire now offers blue manual call points, especially designed to alert people in case of a non-fire related emergency.
The Taurus Wireless Manual Call Point - Type B (product code TAU-B-CP-RB-01 and TAU-B-CP-RB-01/B) is a fully intelligent device which is compatible with all Taurus Translator and Expander Modules
We’re excited to unveil the latest updates to the Taurus product line —new features designed to make installations quicker, processes simpler, and systems smarter. These innovations are all about reducing complexity, boosting efficiency, and freeing up your time to focus on what matters most.
Wireless technology is quickly taking over all aspects of life. We have already grown accustomed to wireless devices such as mobile phones and laptops; however, the technology can also play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of buildings and their inhabitants.
Thanks to the power of wireless technology, Hospitals worldwide can upgrade their fire alarm systems without disrupting daily operations.
Hyfire announces their refreshed Partner Programme with exclusive benefits and exciting technology enhancements.
Upgrading fire safety solutions in care homes is a complex task. However, wireless fire alarm systems can help overcome these challenges.
While Santa Claus may see you when you’re sleeping and knows when you’re awake, Hyfire is keeping a watchful eye on your environment with a state-of-the-art wireless fire alarm system.
Hyfire is excited to announce new team changes, welcoming Jayne Griffiths as Regional Sales Manager for the Central region, with Robert Bruce promoted to UK & Ireland Sales Manager and Martin Lee to Head of Business for the UK & Ireland.
In the hospitality sector, safety is an absolute priority, especially when it involves safeguarding structures that host a large number of guests.
We’re happy to announce the addition of Kenny Pang to the Hyfire team as Head of Product with two decades of fire experience within both technical and commercial functions. As the new Head of Product, Kenny brings a wealth of experience that will strengthen and grow the product management function in the UK market. One of his goals is how to leverage new technologies and incorporate them within the fire industry.
The HFW product range has served our customers well over the years, but as part of our ongoing commitment to innovation and product improvement, we have developed the new and enhanced Taurus product line, an alternative to the HFW products.
Martin Lee, Business Development Manager at Hyfire, discusses the advancements and future direction of fire detection systems.
In a startling revelation, a waking watch attendant hired as part of a £500,000 contract was reportedly found 'hiding' in a cupboard instead of patrolling a Plymouth block of flats. The incident at the development known as Latitude 52 - where waking watch was introduced post-Grenfell due to defective cladding - has cast a shadow over the reliability and cost-effectiveness of waking watch services, prompting a re-evaluation of temporary fire safety measures in residential buildings.
The Partner programme is our most important focal point in the UK - says Ollie Murray, Hyfire International Director - it's our key route to market and having an intimate relationship with our partners allows us to support their business.
Hyfire has announced a significant change to its senior leadership team. Ollie Murray will take on the role of International Director, effective 1st February 2024, taking over from Tom Crane. This strategic move is part of Hyfire's ongoing commitment to innovation and excellence in the fire industry.
Leading wireless fire systems brand Hyfire has announced a series of updates to its pioneering Taurus range of wireless detectors. Set to enter production in the second week of January, these enhancement are emblematic of the company’s commitment to continuous product improvement.
As businesses gear up for the festive season, effective management of commercial fire systems becomes crucial. This is particularly important considering the recent crackdown on false alarm callouts in the UK, where many fire brigades now require a fire to be confirmed before responding to automatic fire alarms at commercial premises.
The Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 marks a significant shift in responsibility for those managing high-rise residential buildings in England. The regulations focus on detailed electronic building plans, frequent inspections, and clear wayfinding signage to enhance safety.
Newcastle Foodbank provides an essential lifeline for thousands in North East communities, and now it can look to the future with confidence thanks to a new fire system supplied by Advanced and Hyfire, and installed by local company, RayFire Services.
Hyfire unveils the brand new Taurus Survey Kit Lite. This streamlined version of the highly-regarded Taurus Survey Kit has been designed to facilitate rapid additions to existing systems and the setup of smaller-scale systems.
When designing a building, whether it’s a hospital, school, or hotel, one of the critical decisions that designers and installers must make is choosing between wired and wireless systems. In this article, we will examine the advantages and disadvantages of both systems to help you determine the best fit for commercial fire alarm systems.
Six years after Grenfell, the UK’s high-rise dwellers continue to be burdened with the issue of fire safety in their buildings. With successive changes in rules, regulations and best practices, building managers are under pressure to achieve rapid results, especially in the tens of thousands of buildings blighted with defective cladding and other issues. The good news is that wireless fire devices can deliver rapid and cost-effective solutions.
Hyfire Italy, a leader in the field of wireless fire systems, announces its move to a new, state-of-the-art headquarters in Milan, reinforcing the company's commitment to technological innovation in the sector.
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Brett Boyd as Regional Sales Manager for London & South East. With a wealth of experience in the fire protection industry, Brett is well-equipped to provide exceptional service and support to Hyfire's network of partners in the region.
Global wireless fire technology pioneer Hyfire has releases a comprehensive update to its ground-breaking TauREX software package, with a series of enhancements that will be transformative for anyone installing and maintaining Taurus wireless fire systems.
Hyfire has confirmed partnership agreements that will see its products sold in Norway and South Africa for the first time
Hyfire is pleased to announce that it will be working alongside businesses Argus and Ramtech in the Orama Group within Halma. From the three companies, excellence in wireless solutions for the protection of people and environments, is born the new group.
Hyfire has boosted its UK team with the appointment of Martin Lee as Business Development Manager (UK & Ireland) and Richard Williams as Regional Sales Manager - South West.
Since taking over the Scottish region in 2020, Robert Bruce - National Sales Manager for Hyfire – has specified wireless fire systems to protect no less than five Caledonian castles.
We’re pleased to announce that Hyfire will be attending FIM Expo this year in September!
Hyfire has further enhanced its recently restructured UK team with the appointment of industry veteran Dave Henderson as Product Manager.
With the fire industry facing unprecedented challenges as the Fire Safety Act 2021 and PAS 9980 come into force, Ollie Murray – National Sales Manager (South) – looks at how wireless technology could be the answer to many prayers.
Hyfire has appointed Gemma Hand as Field Sales Manager (South East), responsible for overseeing the rapid growth of the business in the crucial South East of England region.
Wireless technology offers key advantages to fire professionals and building owners, find out more
Hyfire has unveiled a raft of changes to its UK team as it seeks to build on unprecedented growth in the wireless sector due to evolving fire regulations, increased demand on installers and the ongoing repercussions of the Covid pandemic.
We are pleased to announce the introduction of new BIM objects for our Taurus wireless product line!
Read more about fire prevention, safety and evacuation for educational buildings.
We’re pleased to announce that Hyfire will be attending Direx International this year in May!
Hyfire has revamped its partner programme, with a series of enhancements designed to meet the individual needs of modern fire installers and their clients.
We’re pleased to announce that Hyfire will be attending Fire Safety Event this year in April.
Hyfire has unveiled the world’s first commercial wireless EN54-31 compliant tri-sensor detector, combining CO, dual-path optical smoke and heat sensing technologies in a single compact unit.
Hyfire has pledged to fulfil all customer orders within one to two days, including smoke detectors, call points and other devices from its flagship Taurus range.
Hyfire has appointed Mark Piert as Regional Sales Manager for UK Central, covering The Midlands and surrounding areas, where he will oversee the management of existing partners and the development of new client relationships for the business.
