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Spate of Joburg building fires calls for proactive fire-safety planning
19th February 2024

The most recent incident of a fire breaking out in the Johannesburg Central Business District (CBD) in the early hours of Saturday morning on 3 February highlights the importance of the rational... 


The importance of fire engineering consulting, planning, and design
13th November 2023

ASP Fire provides holistic, proactive, and preventative fire solutions based on integrated fire risk assessment, training, and consulting, along with the installation and maintenance of fire... 


How to prevent solar inverter short-circuits and fires
21st August 2023

With many South Africans installing inverters as part of solar power systems to mitigate the impact of loadshedding in homes and at businesses, users need to be aware of the potential fire risk.... 


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Vodacom Century City fire highlights fire safety for PV systems
4th August 2023

The fire at the Vodacom building at Century City in Cape Town last month is suspected of having been caused by an issue with the rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) installation, notes ASP Fire CEO... 


Vodacom Century City fire highlights fire safety for PV systems
Vodacom Century City fire highlights fire safety for PV systems
19th July 2023

The fire at the Vodacom building at Century City in Cape Town on Sunday 9 July is suspected of having been caused by an issue with the rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) installation. Such systems for... 


Loadshedding places increased pressure on transformers at substations
12th May 2023

Constant loadshedding has highlighted the vulnerability of critical electrical infrastructure such as transformers at substations. This means local authorities must implement specific measures to... 


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Fuchs Lubricants development project, South Africa – update
21st April 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

Planning is well advanced for Phase 2. 


Bespoke fire-risk systems for agri and food processing
8th February 2023

Fire engineering specialist ASP Fire highlights its specialised expertise in the agri and food processing industries. “In creating a bespoke system for any new or operational businesses, we look at... 


Artist's impression of the Fuchs warehouse
Fuchs Lubricants development project, South Africa – update
20th January 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

Planning is well advanced for Phase 2. 


Stop your infrastructure project going up in flames by incorporating fire safety in the design phase
12th January 2023

It is critical to incorporate fire-safety planning during the inception phase of an infrastructure project so that important design aspects such as escape paths and the structural stability of any... 


ASP Fire ensures world-class fire protection for new state-of-the-art FUCHS warehouse
2nd November 2022

Constructed as part of its Phase 1 expansion project, the new warehouse at FUCHS LUBRICANTS SOUTH AFRICA in Isando, Johannesburg not only incorporates the latest technology, but complies with... 


Beware of fire-safety risk during increased loadshedding
11th October 2022

The current loadshedding implemented by electricity utility Eskom as it faces a shortage of generation capacity due to a combination of maintenance and unplanned breakdowns poses a heightened fire... 


Beware of fire safety when going off-grid with a container home
25th July 2022

Container homes are built from shipping containers used for freight in ships, trains, and trucks. They are quick to install, easy to transport, and cost-effective. This not only offers a novel... 


Dealing with fire risk in a mining environment
30th June 2022

Mining vehicles such as excavators, haul trucks and even drag lines are high-value assets that operate in arduous conditions where there is a high fire risk. This means that pre-shift and weekly... 


Dealing with fire risk in a mining environment
28th June 2022

Mining vehicles such as excavators, haul trucks and even drag lines are high-value assets that operate in arduous conditions where there is a high fire risk. This means that pre-shift and weekly... 


A large food processing facility which could pose a fire risk owing to unsafe packaging and flammable constriction and insulation materials
Growing demand for fire solutions in food industry
20th May 2022 By: Halima Frost

Fire risk management company ASP Fire has noted a steady increase in its percentage of food industry-related revenue, owing to the insurance industry placing stricter fire safety requirements on... 


ASP Fire offers specialised services for the agri and food processing industries
6th May 2022

With Grain SA’s NAMPO Harvest Day taking place from 16 to 20 May, fire engineering specialist ASP Fire is highlighting its specialised expertise in the agri and food processing industries. “We... 


ASP Fire turns up the heat on gender diversity and inclusivity
7th March 2022

ASP Fire has made great progress in empowering women and providing opportunities in the male-dominated field that is engineering consulting. This is according to Fire Engineer Nanzi Bika, who... 


Students return to campus, but is their accommodation still safe?
28th February 2022

The issue of fire-safety requirements for student accommodation is again being highlighted now that university students are slowly returning to campuses as Covid-19 restrictions are eased.... 


Houses of Parliament blaze highlights need for fire protection for heritage buildings
20th January 2022

The fire that broke out at the Houses of Parliament in central Cape Town on 2 January has again raised the issue of protecting heritage structures and other buildings containing priceless artefacts... 


How to ensure your Festive Season is not a fiery one
6th December 2021

With the Festive Season almost upon us, homeowners are urged to ensure that basic fire-risk mitigation measures are in place if they are going away on holiday, highlights ASP Fire CEO Michael van... 


A photo of three gensets side by side in a room.
Genset failure can be dangerous
3rd December 2021

Generator set (genset) failure owing to a lack of proper maintenance poses a significant business risk, says fire safety company ASP Fire CEO Michael van Niekerk. Backup power supply systems such... 


Hazards and fire risk in the chemical-processing industry
11th October 2021

A fire that broke out at the KZN Resins factory in Durban at the end of August has placed the spotlight on the extreme hazards associated with the chemical-processing industry (CPI), comments ASP... 


Top tips to fire up your gas heater to keep the cold at bay
20th July 2021

With the South African Weather Service (SAWS) warning about sub-polar weather conditions affecting most parts of the country this week, many families will turn to gas heaters to keep warm. ASP Fire... 


Fire risk in downtown areas is a hot topic
20th July 2021

A spate of apartment-building fires in the downtown Johannesburg central business district has highlighted the need for the rational design of performance-based fire-safety systems for residential... 


How to keep warm and safe this winter
20th July 2021

With winter fast approaching and people already beginning to unpack their electric heaters and blankets, what are the fire-risk implications that people need to be aware of? ASP Fire CEO Michael... 


Caption:  	MICHAEL VAN NIEKERK ASP Fire's ability to apply rational design to its offerings is an integral part of its success
Fire prevention company’s offering in demand
2nd April 2021 By: Halima Frost

Fire risk management company ASP Fire has had a productive first quarter, with numerous projects being completed or nearing completion last month. These projects include implementing or upgrading... 


Genset failure can cost companies dearly during load shedding
9th February 2021

A back-up power supply such as gensets is critical to reduce overall electricity demand during load-shedding. However, it is vital that such important equipment is maintained properly and serviced... 


MICHAEL VAN NIEKERK
ASP Fire provides fire risk consulting and rational design, as well as fire suppression and detection solutions for both home and industrial markets
Cold weather spikes home fires
21st August 2020

Public benefit organisation Household Energy Safety Association of South Africa reports that emergency personnel have had to respond to fires at homes and in informal settlements across South... 


Beware that cold snap does not result in your home going up in flames
Beware that cold snap does not result in your home going up in flames
23rd June 2020

Emergency personnel have had to respond to fires at homes and in informal settlements across South Africa as the current cold snap continues, reports the Household Energy Safety Association of... 


Working from home, but did you switch off the lights at the office?
2nd April 2020

If your office building is in lockdown because your staff are working remotely from home, did you remember to turn off the lights? ASP Fire CEO Michael van Niekerk advises office and building... 


Maintaining the health of hospitals when it comes to fire risk
17th March 2020

The fire risk faced by hospitals was revealed dramatically when the theatre section of the Mitchells Plain Day Hospital in Cape Town was gutted by fire on Friday 13 September 2019. Earlier in May... 


ASP Fire assists architects to make modern buildings safe
ASP Fire assists architects to make modern buildings safe
25th February 2020

It is critical for modern buildings to have the necessary fire detection and protection systems in order to comply fully with the National Building Regulations and Building Standards Act, 1977 (Act... 


Managing the fire risk of transformer explosions at substations
Managing the fire risk of transformer explosions at substations
13th February 2020

One of the largest and busiest airports in Africa, OR Tambo International in Johannesburg, was plunged into temporary darkness on Sunday 12 December after a transformer at a substation in Kempton... 


Michael van Niekerk
Michael van Niekerk
7th February 2020 By: Martin Zhuwakinyu

This week we profile Michael van Niekerk, CEO of ASP-Fire, a fire prevention company 


MICHAEL VAN NIEKERK
When dealing with courier and freight forwarding companies, ASP Fire assigns the highest possible fire load and risk
Stored goods a fire risk for warehouses
1st November 2019 By: Mamaili Mamaila

Large industrial warehouses are at risk of catching fire, especially when the goods stored are not the property of, for example, courier or logistics companies that own the buildings, says fire... 


Converting older buildings into housing is a hot topic for fire safety
Converting older buildings into housing is a hot topic for fire safety
9th October 2019

The City of Johannesburg has announced an ambitious plan to convert 500 dilapidated buildings into affordable accommodation over a two-year period to stem a critical housing shortage. However,... 


Converting older buildings into housing is a hot topic for fire safety
9th October 2019

The City of Johannesburg has announced an ambitious plan to convert 500 dilapidated buildings into affordable accommodation over a two-year period to stem a critical housing shortage. However,... 


SAFETY IN HARMONY 
Sprinkler and ventilation systems need to work together to preserve life, as well as the building they protect
Sprinklers and ventilation systems must work in harmony
20th September 2019 By: Tracy Hancock

Sprinkler and ventilation systems are essential parts of a building’s fire-protection system and need to operate in harmony with each other to ensure its holistic operation, says fire risk... 


Businesses that ignore fire safety likely to have the heat turned up
Businesses that ignore fire safety likely to have the heat turned up
12th September 2019

Businesses that experience significant damage due to fire – such as the loss of warehousing space, equipment, or stockholding – struggle to regain their competitive advantage. This is why it is... 


INDUSTRIAL INDUSTRIOUSNESS
Careful due diligence assessments are made when looking at inner city fire hazards
CBD buildings undergo fire assessment and upgrade
23rd August 2019 By: Halima Frost

Fire risk management company ASP Fire has finalised the fire system due diligence checks on seven buildings for a reputed investor who intends to buy the properties to repurpose as offices. Six of... 


Student accommodation calls for more stringent fire-safety measures
Student accommodation calls for more stringent fire-safety measures
19th August 2019

Fire-safety requirements for student accommodation are by nature more onerous than other building types. This warning from ASP Fire CEO Michael van Niekerk comes in the wake of the fire that gutted... 


Student accommodation calls for more stringent fire-safety measures
16th August 2019

Fire-safety requirements for student accommodation are by nature more onerous than other building types. This warning from ASP Fire CEO Michael van Niekerk comes in the wake of the fire that gutted... 


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