Case Study News Regulation & Guidance Standards New UK Fire Safety Statistics 2024/25: Water Mist Systems Outperform Sprinklers Across Every Measure 04/08/2026 / 04/08/2026 by Tauren Corsinie Fire Safety Data 2024/25 New government-backed fire data for 2024/25 delivers a clear verdict: high-pressure water mist systems significantly outperform traditional sprinkler systems in activation reliability, fire control, and extinguishment. For anyone responsible for protecting lives and property, the data is compelling. A proven track record: now stronger than ever This is not the first […] Read more »
Case Study News Regulation & Guidance Standards Update on Water Mist Standards: BS 8458 and BS EN 14972-17 27/01/2026 / 04/08/2026 by Tauren Corsinie BS 8458 has now been withdrawn and replaced by BS EN 14972-17. This change brings water mist systems under a single European “Family of Standards,” which the UK is required to follow as a member of the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). What does this mean? The fire tests within BS EN 14972-17 are the […] Read more »
Case Study Fire Safety in The Home News Christmas Fire Safety: How to Keep Your Home Safe 03/12/2025 / 04/08/2026 by Tauren Corsinie When you think of Christmas, festive lights, home-cooked food, and decorated living rooms spring to mind, but it’s also one of the busiest periods of the year for household fires. With homes full of visitors, electricals, extra heat sources, and seasonal furnishings, it’s easy for small hazards to slip under the radar. Let’s take a […] Read more »
Case Study Fire Safety in The Home iMist Blog News iMist™ System Extinguishes Childs Bedroom Fire, Keeping Family Safe 30/09/2025 / 04/08/2026 by Tauren Corsinie On 13 August 2025, an electrical fire broke out in a child’s bedroom in Scotland. What could have been a devastating incident was quickly brought under control thanks to the iMist™ Fire Suppression System already installed in the home. The fire, caused by a faulty electric fuel supply, spread to the bed and mattress. Within moments, […] Read more »
Case Study iMist Blog The Mackenzie-Hawe Family’s Post-Fire Journey to Safety with iMist 31/01/2025 / 04/08/2026 by Tauren Corsinie Background In September 2019, the Mackenzie-Hawe family from Aberdeenshire, consisting of newlyweds Sandra and Andy, their 2 children, 3 dogs and 2 cats, experienced an unimaginable tragedy while on their honeymoon. During their absence, a devastating fire ravaged their family home, destroying their possessions and, heartbreakingly, the fire also took the lives of 3 of […] Read more »
