In the previous parts, we showed that EV fires behave differently from fires involving internal combustion vehicles and that the suppression of visible flames often does not mean the end of the risk. Persisting temperatures, the risk of re-ignition, and the…
Part 2: EV fires – challenges that do not end with flame suppression
In the first part of this series, we explained why EV fires differ from fires involving internal combustion vehicles and why this topic has been receiving increasing attention. We also showed that fire blankets play an important role in the initial…
Part 1: EV fires – why they are different from internal combustion vehicle fires and why this is a major topic today
EV fires have become one of the most widely discussed topics in fire safety in recent years. Not because electric vehicles catch fire more often than internal combustion engine vehicles, but because when a fire does occur, its behavior, risks, and…
Improving Fire Safety of IT Infrastructure with Advanced Water Mist Technology
Fire safety of IT infrastructure is becoming a critical priority for data center operators. Higher equipment density, greater heat loads, and the integration of lithium-ion batteries directly into server racks create conditions where even a small ignition can escalate rapidly. At…
Simulated Incident in the Višňové Tunnel: Technologies Tested Rescue Teams and the Colossus Firefighting Robot
Slovakia’s longest motorway tunnel has undergone one of its final key tests before opening. A large-scale exercise simulating a traffic accident took place inside the Višňové Tunnel, during which rescue units tested technological systems, response procedures and coordination in challenging conditions….
Festive Atmosphere Can Be Dangerous: Risks of Dry Christmas Trees and Real Candles
December is one of the most beautiful — yet also one of the most hazardous — months of the year in terms of fire safety. The latest data from the Danish ODIN database shows that the number of living room fires…
3MON joins IWMA: shaping the future of water mist fire protection together
We are proud to announce that we have become a member of the IWMA (International Water Mist Association) – an international organization that brings together manufacturers, distributors, designers, installers, researchers and users of water mist technology – a modern, efficient and…
EPIC Speak 2025: The Place Where Our Story Met Inspiration
On Saturday, November 15, 2025, hundreds of people gathered in the historical New Synagogue in Žilina to experience a day full of inspiration, stories, and energy. This year’s EPIC Speak 2025 was more than just a conference. It was the result…
How Robotics is Transforming Firefighting: Safety and Efficiency on the Frontline
Firefighting is one of the most dangerous professions in the world. Every year, it claims thousands of injuries and dozens of lives. With the growing demands of interventions – from massive wildfires to complex industrial accidents – fire departments are seeking…
Fluorine in firefighting foams ends: What the new EU PFAS regulation brings
On October 3, 2025, a new EU Regulation 2025/1988 came to public attention, which prohibits the use of fluorinated substances (PFAS) in firefighting foams and portable fire extinguishers, with transitional periods. This step is part of efforts to reduce environmental and…