HOW TO BEHAVE DURING A FIRE | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Should a fire break out in your home and you are unprepared, you may face dire consequences. Not knowing what to do in advance is an easy way to cause yourself some panic when you actually need to get out. Your escape route is something you should be well aware of before anything happens that […]
THE FIRST FIRE DEPARTMENTS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
The history of fire and firefighting dates back 1000’s of years. From the time man accumulated the knowledge of how to start a fire, fire-related injuries have happened time and time again. We’ll be focusing on those moments in annals of history which have led us to understand the way we’ve perceived fire and firefighting. […]
WHAT IS A FIRE TORNADO? | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
The name “fire tornado” sounds pretty scary. A fire tornado is also known as a fire devil, firenado, fire twister, and fire whirl, none of them sounding much less concerning (maybe “fire whirl). Regardless of which name you use, this natural occurrence happens when intense rising heat and tempestuous wind conditions combine. This volatile combination […]
THE WORST CASE SCENARIO | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
While fire departments save many lives, they are not magic. They cannot arrive instantaneously to the scene of the fire. It generally can take five minutes or more for them to reach the scene of the fire. If you happen to live above the eighth floor, the fire ladder will most likely be unable to […]
HIGH RISE EVACUATION | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
HOW IS IT DIFFERENT? Is high rise building evacuation distinctive from other buildings? The multi-storey plans of a high rise building create the accumulative effect of requiring great numbers of individuals to travel great perpendicular spaces on stairs so as to evacuate the building. In the Inauguration of the World Trade Center’s high rise office […]
STRESSING THE IMPORTANCE OF FIRE SAFETY | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
“It’ll never happen to me.” “I’m always careful.” “What’s the big deal?” “Even if something happens, I can definitely handle it.” These are some of the ways people reason with themselves when being carless when it comes to fire safety. They plug in appliances near wet locations in the kitchen. They use third party phone […]
THE DISABLED AND FIRE SAFETY | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Fires can cause devastating harm to property and even death to many people. The risk of being injured in a fire or becoming a fire casualty is higher for people with mental, physical and sensory disabilities. The excellent news is that deaths by fires are preventable provided that the person is educated on how to […]
HOLIDAY FIRE SAFETY TIPS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
The winter holiday season is an especially important time to practice fire safety as it brings a new set of potential fire hazards directly into your home. Whether you traditionally use Christmas trees, lights, yule logs, or Hanukkah candles, practicing fire safety is absolutely essential for you and your family this season. Christmas Trees can […]
HOLIDAY FIRE FACTS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
All stats provided by the NFPA an organization SkySaver is proud to be a member of. The Holidays can be a particularly dangerous time for home fires and extreme caution should be used when bringing trees, lights, and candles into your home. For tips on how to make your holiday experience enjoyable and fire safe check out our post […]
2014- FDNY'S BUSIEST YEAR | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
According to new statistics, 2014 has officially been the busiest year in FDNY history as they have responded to over 1.6 million calls, up from the previous record of 1.575 million in 2012. These staggering numbers are, “The highest ever, literally, in the history of this city,” according to NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio. Many city officials claim that this inflated […]
FIRE SAFETY LESSONS FROM TV SHOWS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Fire safety and knowing how to safely evacuate a building are crucial to ensure your safety and security. In fact, fires happen all the time, and according to the NFPA there are about 1.2 million fires reported in the US each year and Can we learn fire safety tips from three of the most popular comedy shows? […]
EVACUATING HIGH-RISE FIRES | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
A recent skyscraper fire in Dubai has again brought the issue of fire-safety in skyscrapers to the forefront of people’s attention. The fire, which started on the 52nd floor, was quickly spread by strong winds, and affected over a dozen floors. Amazingly, despite the raging fire, heavy smoke, and falling debris, there were no reported injuries or fatalities and the fire […]
CAN A WINDOW BE A SAFE EXIT? | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Both the NFPA and FEMA strongly advise that all rooms in your home should have two safe exits in case of an emergency evacuation. In the event that a fire blocks the door from being a safe exit, this could mean that exiting through a window is your safest option. This important point is illustrated in […]
PUTTING OUT FIRES USING SOUND | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Two engineering majors at George Mason University have invented a new firefighting device that may one day revolutionize the industry. This device is incredible because it uses sound waves to put out fires, not water, not foam, not CO2, sound waves! The science behind it is that the pressure waves displace oxygen and as we all learn in elementary school, fires […]
8 FIRES THAT HAVE STARTED IN CRAZY WAYS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Fires can start in all sorts of crazy ways, which is why it’s so important to have a safe evacuation plan no matter where you are. Here are 8 examples of fires that started in crazy and unusual ways. Hopefully we can learn something from these cases and practice better fire safety. MARCH 22/2015– TOASTER […]
CHALLENGES FACED BY URBAN PREPPERS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Unfortunately, the word ‘prepper‘ is now attached to several negative stereotypes and may conjure up images of camo-clad, gun slinging, bunker dwelling folks. This stereotype has been over-hyped in the media and in television shows such as National Geographic’s Doomsday Preppers, and has led many to denounce the prepper movement as “crazy”. In reality, preppers […]
HOTEL FIRE SAFETY | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
When travelling in the third world and developing countries, there are many safety tips to keep in mind. One that is of particular importance is making sure the hotel you book is up to proper safety standards, this means, among other things, ensuring that the hotel is up to proper fire safety standards and has an emergency procedure in place. […]
SII TESTING | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Inside the SkySaver backpack is a controlled descent device (CDD) which underwent rigorous testing under many conditions. These tests were done in conjunction with the Standards Institute of Israel at their facility. In order to ensure that the SkySaver device is safe to use in all conditions, the CDD was tested after being subject to flames, an oven, freezing […]
SKYSAVER QUIZ | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Leading up to our launch we will be holding weekly fire trivia contests and each week one lucky winner will get a SkySaver t-shirt. So find out how much you know about smoke alarms and make sure to share with friends on Facebook and Twitter.
SHOULD BUILDINGS STILL BE BUILT WITH FIRE ESCAPES? | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Outdoor fire escape systems have been a familiar escape device for those living in high rise buildings for many years, but are they becoming obsolete? Buildings all over the world are beginning to lose their fire escapes and instead, are being built with internal fireproof staircases. This is due to the 1987 change in building code, which moved towards supplying […]
SHOULD EVERYONE EVACUATE A HIGH-RISE FIRE? | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Not all fires require a full building evacuation, some fires are kept at bay in single apartments, while others can spread through the entire building. Since we were children, we have been warned and taught about fires and what procedures to follow if one should occur. In school, whenever there are fire drills we were told to evacuate immediately […]
ERGONOMIC TESTING | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
At SkySaver, we have done rigorous testing to make sure the product is safe, durable, and can be used easily in an emergency situation. Previously we showed you some of the testing we’ve done to the controlled descent device (CDD) and we have also done ergonomic testing to see how humans interact with the device. We wanted to make sure […]
FIRE SAFETY LESSONS FROM THE MOVIES | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
In a previous blog post, lessons were learned about fire safety from popular television sitcoms. Now let’s learn from the big screen. The National Fire Protection Agency reports that there are about 1.2 million fires reported EACH YEAR in the USA. Now, what can we learn from the likes of Frank Drebin of Naked Gun, Derek Zoolander of […]
THE 4 BIGGEST FIRE STARTERS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
The National Fire Protection Association or NFPA reported that from 2007-2011, 15,400 high-rise structure fires were reported PER YEAR. These fires resulted in 530 injuries, 46 deaths, and $219 million in property damage on average each year. Of the 15,400 fires reported, about 3% were in high-rise buildings. That means there were about 400 fires […]
WHAT CAUSES ELECTRICAL FIRES AND HOW TO PREVENT THEM | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
According to the FEMA Agency, electrical fires in homes claim the lives of about 280 Americans each year and injure 1,000 more. Electric malfunctions and electric appliances cause about 10% of all fires in USA households, and most electrical fires originate in the fixed wiring in the house. Second to that are fires that are […]
CAMPFIRE SAFETY | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
You probably think you know all there is to know about campfire safety by now. You went to boy/girl scouts and/or to summer camp as a kid, you already heard the talk from a guidance counselor about what precautions to take when building a fire in the wild. But think again. This was back when […]
5 COMMON MYTHS ABOUT FIRE SAFETY | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
When it comes to fire safety, you need to separate fact from fiction, reality from myth, truth from lie. In the heat of the moment (pun intended), you cannot afford to make a mistake. One slight misstep can be the difference between life and death, injury and safety. This can happen from simply thinking you […]
WHAT IS FIRE? | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
From a young age, children are taught not to play with fire. Fire is hot and it hurts, so stay away. It’s always a vague warning with no real explanation as to what fire is. Let’s understand how fire works. What is fire? What gives fuels it and what is it composed of? Why does […]
7 INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT FIRE | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
FROM A YOUNG AGE, YOU ARE TAUGHT ABOUT THE DANGERS OF FIRE. DON’T PLAY WITH IT. DON’T BE CARELESS WITH IT. THESE ARE COMMON KNOWLEDGE, THINGS EVERYONE IS AWARE OF. BUT, WHAT ARE SOME COOL AND INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT FIRE THAT YOU MAY NOT HAVE HEARD ABOUT. DO YOU KNOW WHO INVENTED THE FIRE HYDRANT? […]
HOW HOT CAN FIRE GET? | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Everyone knows that fire is hot, but how hot can it actually get? Not everyone realizes that there are different temperatures for fire depending on the fuel, as well as the oxidizer type. There’s a huge difference in temperature between a simple flame burning on a candle and the fire burning from a propane torch. […]
INFLAMMABLE OR FLAMMABLE? | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Who hasn’t quoted The Simpsons, when Doctor Nick rightfully exclaims “Inflammable means flammable? What a country!” Do you even know why flammable and inflammable mean the same thing? He asks the question and it’s hilarious, but it really does make sense that he would, especially considering English does not appear to be his first language. […]
ROLLOVERS, FLASHOVERS, AND BACKDRAFTS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Rollovers, flashovers, and backdrafts. These three terms are used to describe special fire circumstances. You do not want to be caught in a situation when any of these are happening in your vicinity. Even with all of their equipment, these circumstances are also dangerous for firefighters. What do each of them mean? Why should you […]
5 EMERGENCY ESSENTIALS TO HAVE READY FOR ANY HOME EMERGENCY | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
It’s the holiday season. This is the time of year, statistically speaking, that residential fires tend to spike. You’ve got Black Friday, Hannukah, Christmas, and maybe even someone’s birthday, so odds are you’re buying something for somebody. Who doesn’t get concerned about the possibility of theft of expensive items. It is also the season of […]
HOW TO CREATE AN ACTION EMERGENCY PLAN | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
DON’T IGNORE THE STATS High rise dwellers and occupants have a more serious challenge than residents of low rise buildings when an emergency situation arises. Challenges range from longer evacuation time, smoke movement, first responders accessibility, fire control, and more. Between 2007 and 2011 there were an estimated 15,400 fires reported in high rise structures […]
CHICAGO FIRE SERVES AS A SAFETY REMINDER | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
When living in a high-rise, fire safety should be at the top of your list of priorities. Having all of the proper safety precautions set up in your building will help prevent disaster. Smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, fire sprinklers, and SkySavers, just to mention a few. But when a building has neglected one of these […]
SKYSAVER: NOT JUST FOR FIRE SAFETY | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
You might think that SkySaver’s only use is to escape a fire when there is no other way out. Fire safety is the focal point of our promotional video, as well as many of our blog posts (How to Create an Action Emergency Plan, Rollovers, Flashovers, and Backdrafts, Inflammable or Flammable, How Hot Can Fire Get?). This is due to […]
THE SAFEST PLACES TO LIVE IN THE USA | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Looking for a place to live isn’t easy, as many factors play into the decision. Probably the two things people take into account more than anything else are location and price. You might consider other factors, such as schools, health care quality, etc. One thing that people don’t always consider, and should, is the safety […]
HOW TO MAINTAIN YOUR COMPOSURE DURING AN EMERGENCY SITUATION | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Forty-six percent of US residents believe they will experience a disaster in the coming years, yet very few are actually preparing. Only one third of Americans participated in a preparedness drill this past year. Maintaining your composure during an emergency situation is easier said than done. No one really knows how they will behave when […]
EARLY RESPONSE: THE TOP SMOKE & FIRE DETECTORS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
When living in a multistory building, fire safety should be a top priority. Each resident should make it their business to have preventative measures put in place. This includes organizing an action emergency plan, owning a fire extinguisher, and owning a SkySaver. The one thing that precedes usage of any of these measures is your warning system […]
WINDOW WASHERS RESCUED IN MIDTOWN, MANHATTAN, NEW YORK | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
As mentioned in a previous blog post, SkySavers are for more than just fire safety. A SkySaver can be used to escape terrorism, an earthquake, and an active shooter. However, there is something that we neglected to mention. Permanently installed powered platforms are used for window cleaning, typically for buildings over 300 feet tall. There are […]
WHO'S ON YOUR ICE LIST? | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
The first thing you may be asking is, “What is an ICE List?” ICE or In Case of Emergency is a vital list which every person should highly consider having because you never know when the next emergency may happen. Bob Brotchie, a British paramedic, conceived the ICE program in 2004. His program encourages people […]
5 WAYS TO PREVENT HIGH-RISE OFFICE FIRES | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Office fires in the United States are a regular issue, causing 44 injuries, 4 deaths, and $112 million in direct property damage on average each year. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), fire departments in the USA respond to an average of 3,340 office fires annually. These fires generally occur between noon and […]
HOW FAST DOES FIRE SPREAD? | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
In a previous blog post, the chemical makeup of fire was discussed. This included the fact that fire needs an oxidizer. This allows fire to thrive and spread. With the proper conditions, fire can spread quite rapidly. But, how fast does fire actually spread? How much time would you have to escape if a fire broke […]
ENSURING YOUR EMPLOYEES' SAFETY AND SECURITY | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
When starting a business, the first thing on your mind is most likely related to how you can be successful. This is completely natural, as in order to keep a business afloat, it must make sales, reach goals, and convert. One major factor relating to the success of a business that not everyone understands, is […]
4 FIRE SAFETY AND RESCUE ITEMS RANKED | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
When it comes to safety, there is a lot that can be done to prevent fire, fight fire, and escape fire. Knowing there is a fire in your home or office is the first step. Attempting to put it out is the second (assuming it is not yet out of control). The third step is […]
10 MUST-HAVE APPS FOR PREPPERS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
The following is a list of 10 must-have apps for preppers. These aren’t necessarily the top 10 apps, as we wanted to list a variety of different apps with different functions, and not 5 survival guide apps. It gets boring that way. Ideally, you should only need one of those. This list is meant to […]
WHAT ARE MULTIPLE ALARM FIRES? | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
A one-alarm fire in Joppa. A two-alarm fire on Malvern Road. A three-alarm fire in Staten Island. A four-alarm fire on Washington Avenue. A five-alarm fire in Fresno. A six-alarm fire on Canal Street. A seven-alarm fire in Lower Manhattan. An eight-alarm fire in Haverhill. A nine-alarm fire in Olive Hill. A ten-alarmfire in Brooklyn. An ELEVEN-ALARM fire in Delanco? A TWELVE-ALARM fire in Camden? A THIRTEEN-ALARM FIRE in Philadelphia?? What do the numbers mean? How many alarms can there […]
10 SURPRISING THINGS YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT FIRE | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
We’ve covered what fire is, how it spreads, how hot it gets, and more. The answers to these questions may have been interesting, however, what are some things that may surprise you about fire? From its history to its chemical makeup to other random tidbits, here are 10 surprising things you didn’t know about fire. Did you know […]
FIRE'S IMPACT ON THE UNITED STATES | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
KEEP SAFE THIS MEMORIAL DAY WITH FIRE SAFETY TIPS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Memorial Day weekend right around the corner. On Memorial Day, Americans remember those who died while serving in the armed forces. Many visit cemeteries and memorials on that day. People tend to barbecue on Memorial Day as well. With barbecues come the proper precautions that should be taken prior, during, and after. Did you know that […]
AVOID USING THESE NEAR AN OPEN FIRE | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Everyone has flammable materials and liquids lying around their house. Some you may know about and some you may not. Many common household items contain flammable contents. It is important to know which items in your house would be dangerous next to a flame. There are also much less common substances that are EXTREMELY flammable. You are a […]
SOME OF THE MOST DEADLY FIRES OF 2015 | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Fire safety should be of paramount importance when living or working in a high rise building. Getting stuck with no way out should never happen, yet sadly, even in today’s day and age, people still get trapped in fires. There were many deadly fires over the course of 2015, throughout the USA and the entire […]
4 MORE MAJOR CAUSES OF FIRE | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
See “The 4 Biggest Fire Starters” for the companion list. Fire safety should be a high priority when starting a home, especially when you have small children. The last thing you want is to be figuring out how much your insurance will cover for damages, or worse, mourning the death of a family member. Knowing […]
4TH OF JULY FIRE SAFETY | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
The Fourth of July is here, and you know what that means: Celebrations, Hot dog eating contests, barbeques, and fireworks. Fire safety is crucial during this time as everyone is partying, drinking, and can easily get careless. You don’t want to be lighting fireworks while you’re drunk or starting up a gas grill while you’re […]
WHY DO WE STARE AT FIRE? | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
There is something mesmerising about fire. You just stare at it and continue to stare and stare. You don’t know why, but you do it anyways. Something about it draws you in. Before you know it, several minutes have passed and you forgot what you were doing before staring into the fire. It’s something people […]
6 AWESOME FIRE SAFETY APPS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
As emphasized over and over again, fire safety should be a top priority in your home or office. Without a doubt, your home or office should be equipped with proper fire safety items, such as smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, SkySavers, etc. But it’s the year 2016, and everyone is equipped with a smartphone as well. […]
HOW TO BEHAVE DURING A FIRE | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Should a fire break out in your home and you are unprepared, you may face dire consequences. Not knowing what to do in advance is an easy way to cause yourself some panic when you actually need to get out. Your escape route is something you should be well aware of before anything happens that […]
HOW TO EXTINGUISH DIFFERENT KINDS OF FIRE | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
When a fire starts in your residence or office, the first thing you think of is probably to put it out with water. That’s not necessarily a good thing. There are times where water will not extinguish the fire, or will even make things worse. The last thing you need when dealing with a fire is […]
STAYING FIRE SAFETY CONSCIOUS DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Labor Day is right around the corner and that means the school year is just about to begin. Now is definitely the time to go over some fire safety tips for educational institutions. Did you know that from 2007 until 2011, an estimated 5,690 structure fires in educational properties were responded to annually by United […]
5 MUST-HAVE DISASTER APPS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
It’s always good to be prepared when encountering emergency situations. Whether fire, natural disaster, or terrorist threat, you can never be too careful. We previously covered prepper apps and fire safety apps. This list will be covering disaster apps for smartphones and tablets. There is definitely some overlap between preppers apps and disaster apps, so […]
THE FIVE BEST FIREFIGHTING MOVIES | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
In a previous blog, we covered the Best Firefighting TV Shows. Now, we will be discussing the top five firefighter movies. As with the TV shows, there are not that many to pick from (especially those of quality), however, there are enough to make a list of the ones we deem to be the five best. […]
THE WORLD'S WORST WILDFIRES | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
About 90 percent of wildfires are started because of humans. Whether intentional or unintentional, these fires generally begin from campfires which are not properly attended or extinguished, discarded cigarettes, and sometimes arsonists. Natural wildfires (the remaining 10 percent) are started by lightning or lava. There are several classifications of wildfires, that include brush fire, desert […]
ARE FIRE ESCAPES SAFE? | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
You’ve come to this site and you’ve probably seen our videos. You can see the benefit of SkySaver, however, you, like many others are probably thinking “What about my fire escape? I can just get out that way, with no need to use a SkySaver.” While that it is true that many buildings have fire […]
10 PRODUCTS RECALLED DUE TO FIRE SAFETY ISSUES | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Samsung’s new smartphone, the Galaxy Note 7, continues to have fire safety issues and do damage to the company’s image, as well as its stock. Production of the phone has completely stopped and a recall was issued, as Samsung is doing its best to save face. The last major electronic device to randomly burst into […]
HALLOWEEN FIRE SAFETY | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
This evening is Halloween, and that means candy, costumes, and jack-o-lanterns. Along with Halloween comes an array of potential fire hazards. Pumpkins, decorations, and billowing costumes can all cause potential fire safety issues. It is always best to take precautions when decorating, setting up candles, etc. According to Lorraine Carli, the National Fire Protection Association […]
HOW DID THIS DUBAI SKYSCRAPER BURN SO QUICKLY? | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
On New Year’s Eve, approximately 10 months ago, a hotel in Dubai went up in flames. The 63-storey skyscraper was believed to have been engulfed due to a pair of curtains catching fire. The fire spread at an alarming rate, prompting a major investigation. How did the fire spread so fast? Did something fuel it? […]
HOW TO PREVENT AND FIGHT GREASE FIRES | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
As we are nearing some of the peak days for home cooking fires (see our post on how to extinguish different kinds of fires here), we thought it best to go over some tips on how to prevent grease fires and how to fight them should your prevention methods prove unsuccessful. Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas […]
FIRE SAFETY FOR THE HOLIDAYS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Winter is most definitely upon us and that means extended use of heaters, ovens, and dryers. It’s also the holiday season and that means electronic decorations, cooking, and candles. An average of 210 home fires started by Christmas trees were responded to annually between 2010-2014 which led to an annual average of 6 deaths, 16 […]
SOME OF THE WORST FIRES OF 2016 | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
The year has come and gone and sadly, fire safety is still very much an issue in the world today. Whether a third-world country or first-world country, no one has been immune to tragedy when it comes to fire. Every year, more and more technology is developed, either as a means of fighting the fire, or […]
MORE FIRE SAFETY LESSONS FROM THE TV AND VIDEO GAMES | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
We previously discussed fire safety in TV shows such as Seinfeld, The Flash, The Office, and more, as well as fire safety in movies such as The Naked Gun and Zoolander. Here are a few more TV shows we managed to pull some fire safety lessons from, as well as a video game. Obviously, these are all done in […]
WHY IS FIRE HOT? | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Fire is the observable effect of the procedure for combustion – a special kind of chemical reaction. It happens between oxygen in the air and a few types of fuel. The products from the chemical response are totally distinct from the startintg material. The fuel should be heated to its ignition temperature for combustion to […]
WHICH FIRE EXTINGUISHER SHOULD I USE? | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
You will find five types of fire extinguishers commonly in use today; water, foam, powder, CO2 and wet substance. Other forms of more specialist fire extinguishers include, Halon, clean agent fire extinguisher, and specialist powder extinguishers like Class – D fire extinguishers for metal fire hazards and monnex powder. Water fire extinguishers are the most […]
RECENT FIRE SAFETY PRODUCT RECALLS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
We recently posted about ten of the most prolific fire safety recalls which happened over the past several decades. That was just the tip of the iceberg. There are recalls due to fire safety hazards all the time, and we think it’s best to keep you informed on a regular basis regarding such instances. Unless you’ve been […]
DON'T IGNORE THE THREAT OF TERRORISM | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
SkySaver is not ONLY for escaping fires, as many believe. It can be used in any kind of high-rise emergency, including natural disasters such as earthquakes, active shooter situations, and terrorism. It’s about time we discuss the real threat global terror is posing in the world today. There’s no question that global terror is on the rise. You don’t want […]
THE FIRST FIRE DEPARTMENTS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
The history of fire and firefighting dates back 1000’s of years. From the time man accumulated the knowledge of how to start a fire, fire-related injuries have happened time and time again. We’ll be focusing on those moments in annals of history which have led us to understand the way we’ve perceived fire and firefighting. […]
APARTMENT FIRE SAFETY | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
An apartment can become a death trap in a matter of minutes, should a fire break out. There are only so many egress points (especially for one living very high up), which is why it is best to prevent fire, so escaping it doesn’t become the issue. Obviously, it’s not 100% preventable, which is why […]
WHAT IS A FIRE TORNADO? | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
The name “fire tornado” sounds pretty scary. A fire tornado is also known as a fire devil, firenado, fire twister, and fire whirl, none of them sounding much less concerning (maybe “fire whirl). Regardless of which name you use, this natural occurrence happens when intense rising heat and tempestuous wind conditions combine. This volatile combination […]
SHOULD I INSTALL FIRE SPRINKLERS? | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
More than 2,500 fire deaths occur in the USA every year. Eight out of ten of these fire deaths result from home fires. Most home fire deaths could be eliminated with the installing of residential fire sprinklers, said State Fire Marshal Brian S. Geraci. The good thing about having fire sprinklers in the house, is […]
THE WORST CASE SCENARIO | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
While fire departments save many lives, they are not magic. They cannot arrive instantaneously to the scene of the fire. It generally can take five minutes or more for them to reach the scene of the fire. If you happen to live above the eighth floor, the fire ladder will most likely be unable to […]
12 CAMPUS FIRE SAFETY TIPS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Spring break is quickly approaching and that means that college campuses will be emptying for a short period of time. It’s best now to brush up on some campus fire safety tips, so they can be implemented when the school year resumes. College is the first time for many young adults being on their own. […]
SAFETY AND PEACE OF MIND | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
You believe it’ll never happen to you. In fact, you know it’ll never happen to you, right? People own smoke detectors, so they must believe that a fire breaking out in their home is a definite possibility. That extra bit of warning time will allow you to put the fire out before any drastic measures must […]
WILDFIRE SAFETY | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Going along with the thinking “it’ll never happen to me” is not the smartest thing to do. How many people do you know who don’t have health insurance, homeowner’s insurance, etc. Assuming you can afford to protect yourself from potential unexpected circumstances destroying you financially, it would make sense that you would want to protect […]
Stressing the Importance of Fire Safety | SkySaver Rescue Backpacks
“It’ll never happen to me.” “I’m always careful.” “What’s the big deal?” “Even if something happens, I can definitely handle it.” These are some of the ways people reason with themselves when being carless when it comes to fire safety. They plug in appliances near wet locations in the kitchen. They use third party phone […]
HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCE FIRE SAFETY - COOKING EQUIPMENT
Everyone owns household appliances, whether a refrigerator, oven, TV, etc. These devices generally require a much greater electricity usage than, say, a cellphone or laptop. Due to the immense electricity requirement, the items are more likely to be fire hazards (with some exceptions, i.e. certain cellphones that tend to explode). We will begin this new series […]
Dangerous Crane Accidents
Crane disasters became quite common in the world as the anticipation for rapid urban development has increased globally. Bigger building, bigger projects, and exploding payrolls for the biggest construction companies have attracted a glut of workers, trained and untrained, to build these projects. Regardless of how long is dedicated to safety, accidents and crane collapses […]
THE DISABLED AND FIRE SAFETY | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
THE DISABLED AND FIRE SAFETY – Fires can cause devastating harm to property and even death to many people. The risk of being injured in a fire or becoming a fire casualty is higher for people with mental, physical and sensory disabilities. The excellent news is that deaths by fires are preventable provided that the […]
HOTEL FIRE - GREECE 1989 | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
After publishing our post on hotel fire safety tips we received a firsthand, personal account about a hotel fire in Greece in 1989, and we thought it was definitely worth sharing. We want to once again remind you how important it is to make sure your hotel is fire safe and up to code, and this story proves […]
9 Amazing Facts About The Burj Khalifa | SkySaver Rescue
To say the Burj Khalifa is a tall building is a bit of an understatement. One cannot help spotting it when visiting Dubai. It’s been the world’s tallest building since it’s completion in 2009 but will most likely lose that distinguished title in 2019. The following are nine amazing facts about the Burj Khalifa: The […]
The Most Famous New York Skyscrapers | SkySaver Rescue Backpacks
Since the first skyscraper was built in 1890 in New York, skyscrapers have become irrevocably linked to the city as a symbol of its power and prosperity. New York skyscrapers have been immortalized by many works of art and culture, with the city’s iconic skyline providing memorable backgrounds to movies and TV series such as […]
9 AMAZING FACTS ABOUT SHANGHAI TOWER | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
After 9 Amazing Facts About The Burj Khalifa, we have decided to move on to the next tallest building in the world, Shanghai Tower. Initially scheduled to be completed and opened in 2014, this tower has been completed, and is just awaiting fire safety certification. Shanghai Tower is located in Shanghai, China and is currently […]
AVNER FARKASH MEETS GOV. MIKE PENCE | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Indiana Governor Mike Pence was sworn into office in 2013 and has already been mentioned as a potential Republican candidate for the 2016 presidential ticket. He visited Israel last week to meet with political and business leaders in what his office referred to as an “economic development mission to bring jobs and investment to Indiana.” Governor Pence met with […]
FAMOUS PREPPERS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Many famous people, celebrities and others, have advocated for prepping and have spoken of the importance of being ready for any disaster situation. For example: Benjamin Franklin once said “Failure to prepare is preparing to fail.” Confucius is known to have said, “Plan ahead or find trouble on the doorstep.” And John F. Kennedy said in his 1962 State […]
BEYONCE; JUMPS OFF THE TALLEST BUILDING IN NEW ZEALAND | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
BEYONCÉ ON A STOP ON ONE OF HER RECENT WORLD TOURS TOOK SOME TIME OFF TO JUMP FROM THE SKY TOWER IN AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND. THIS TOWER IS THE TALLEST MAN-MADE STRUCTURE IN THE ENTIRE SOUTHERN HEMISPHERE AND STANDS 328 METRES (1,076 FT) TALL (AS MEASURED FROM GROUND LEVEL TO THE TOP OF THE MAST). THE VIDEO ERRONEOUSLY DESCRIBED […]
3 Countries Who Take Emergency Preparedness Seriously | SkySaver Rescue Backpacks
These three countries are always at risk for disaster, whether typhoons, earthquakes, or flooding. What do they do to mitigate the natural disasters that just seem to never let up? How do they keep their populations safe? It’s possible to get by in life and not take emergency preparedness seriously. People do that all the […]
What Is The History Of The Word "Skyscraper?" | SkySaver Rescue Backpacks
Where does the word “skyscraper” come from? Did it have a prior meaning? The history of the word referring to tall buildings is not so clear cut. The Empire State Building. The Burj Khalifa. Sears Tower. One World Trade Center. Everyone knows what a skyscraper is. The dictionary.com definition of a skyscraper is: “a relatively […]
AMOUS FIREFIGHTERS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
These 8 individuals, famous for one reason or another, have all suited up as firefighters. Learn more about them below: TONY ABBOT Prime Minister Abott is the 28th and current Prime Minister of Australia, a position he’s held since being elected in 2013. He has been in the Australian Parliament since 1994 and became leader of […]
BEAR GRYLLS TRIES ESCAPING A HIGH-RISE FIRE | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Edward Michael “Bear” Grylls has become perhaps the world’s most famous survivalist and is widely known for his television series Man vs Wild which ran from 2006-2011. In addition to Man vs Wild, Bear Grylls also had a couple other t.v. shows, one of which was called Worst-Case Scenario and it ran for 12 episodes in 2010. The […]
6 CELEBRITIES WHOSE HOMES CAUGHT FIRE | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Fire can break out in anyone’s home, even in the homes of the rich and famous. Whether electrical fires, lightning strikes, wildfires, or even lint in the dryer, they can happen in a myriad of ways. You would think the likes of Drew Barrymore, Pierce Brosnan, Jack Nicholson, Sean Penn, Robert De Niro, and Evangeline Lilly […]
TOM CRUISE TAKES ACTION TO NEW HEIGHTS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
From the beginning, you knew Tom Cruise was going to be a star. Starting with movies such as Risky Business and The Color of Money, you could see that he had the acting chops. Then he started delving into action movies. When you think of James Bond, each generation pictures a different face. Sean Connery, Roger Moore, Timothy […]
5 ACTORS WHOSE MOVIE CHARACTERS NEEDED A SKYSAVER | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Throughout cinema history there have been countless characters that absolutely would have benefited from owning a SkySaver. I’m not even referring to the multitude of villains that always end up falling to their deaths, as those deaths would not have been prevented. It’s not like they would have had the foresight to put it on […]
THE BEST FIREFIGHTING TV SHOWS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
There are plenty of TV shows about cops, but what about firefighters? There really aren’t a lot of them, especially compared to shows about other professions. There are countless shows about hospitals, cops, lawyers, crime scene investigators, however, firefighters seem to get the short end of the stick when it comes to television. Movies will […]
4 CELEBRITIES THAT RESCUED PEOPLE FROM FIRE | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Behind all of their fame, talent, and looks, celebrities are just normal human beings like you and me. As “Us Weekly” shows, celebrities tie their own shoes, walk their own dogs, take their kids to school, etc. However some celebrities do a bit more than that. Some celebrities have put their lives on the line […]
8 GREAT MOVIE SURVIVORS OF MODERN CINEMA | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
There’s something about survival movies that make them way more intense than any genre. The constant possibility of the main character dying throughout the film definitely contributes most of that tension. The best survival movies initially let you get attached to the character before putting him in dire straits. That way, you care about the […]
5 CELEBRITIES WHO SURVIVED NEAR DEATH ENCOUNTERS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
As mentioned in a previous blog post, celebrities are NOT invincible. They can encounter emergency situations (like fire) just like the rest of us. They sometimes even rescue people from emergency situations. Every so often, danger is a part of their job. Tragic accidents can happen while filming, especially while performing risky stuntwork. Sometimes, they survive accidents that […]
8 AMAZING FACTS ABOUT FIREFIGHTERS THAT YOU DIDN'T KNOW | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Firefighters are some of the most fearless and brave people, choosing to work in a job that can get them killed on any given day, rather than an ordinary, safe desk job. People who choose to be firefighters are definitely not ordinary. They are extraordinary and here are 8 facts that I bet you didn’t […]
MEMORABLE MOVIE FIREFIGHTER PERFORMANCES | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
A new firefighter movie is on the way, with the upcoming film No Exit casting Josh Brolin and Miles Teller as the lead roles (with Jeff Bridges and Taylor Kitsch in supporting roles). It is based off the true story of the horrific 2013 wildfire in Prescott, Arizona that nearly killed an entire crew of […]
HIGH-RISE FIRE SAFETY SURVIVAL GEAR | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Safety has always been a paramount concern in a world that has seen fires, natural disasters, and terrorism take the lives of countless innocent people around the globe. Today personal safety is more important than ever. If you live or work in a high-rise building, you may fear that there will be no way to […]
FLYING CARS FOR SAFE EVACUATION | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
In the 1989 film Back to the Future Part II, Marty Mcfly and Doc travel to 2015 in order to help Mcfly’s future children. It’s a great movie, maybe not as good as the first, but definitely worth seeing if you haven’t already. I won’t spoil any of the plot, but the writers do make some interesting predictions […]
NEW HIGH-RISE FIREFIGHTING TOOL | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
A Chicago fire captian, Michael Wielgat recognized the need for effective equipment to combat high-rise fires and invented the HERO pipe, a device which can be carried into the building by firefighters and installed on the window below the flames. It has been tested and has proven to be a major force in combating high-rise flames, though […]
PUTTING OUT FIRES USING SOUND | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Two engineering majors at George Mason University have invented a new firefighting device that may one day revolutionize the industry. This device is incredible because it uses sound waves to put out fires, not water, not foam, not CO2, sound waves! The science behind it is that the pressure waves displace oxygen and as we all learn in elementary school, fires […]
8 BACKPACKS THAT CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
8 Amazing Backpacks That Can Save Your Life These 8 backpacks can rescue you from a wide variety of situations, including: school shootings, burning buildings, and boredom. SkySaver develops an extremely cool and innovative backpack that could save lives in a high rise disaster. The device works up to 25 stories and automatically lowers the
SKYSAVER QUIZ | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Leading up to our launch we will be holding weekly fire trivia contests and each week one lucky winner will get a SkySaver t-shirt. So find out how much you know about smoke alarms and make sure to share with friends on Facebook and Twitter.
THE EXCITING FUTURE OF FIREFIGHTING TECHNOLOGY | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Technology is always improving throughout all professions, from doctors to athletes and from teachers to pilots. The human race is constantly making advancements and that also applies to firefighting. From the early days of firefighting back in ancient Rome until today, firefighting technology has always been moving forward, as the profession is unsafe, and any […]
THE EARLY DAYS OF FIREFIGHTING TECHNOLOGY | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
In modern times people take technology for granted. In pretty much every profession, from the medical field to architects and from teachers to lawyers, vast technological advancements are constant. Technologically speaking, these fields are constantly changing throughout the decades. The same goes for firefighting. There have been recent advancements in firefighting like the addition of jet packs, thermal imaging, […]
6 AWESOME FIRE SAFETY APPS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
As emphasized over and over again, fire safety should be a top priority in your home or office. Without a doubt, your home or office should be equipped with proper fire safety items, such as smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, SkySavers, etc. But it’s the year 2016, and everyone is equipped with a smartphone as well. […]
5 MUST-HAVE DISASTER APPS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
It’s always good to be prepared when encountering emergency situations. Whether fire, natural disaster, or terrorist threat, you can never be too careful. We previously covered prepper apps and fire safety apps. This list will be covering disaster apps for smartphones and tablets. There is definitely some overlap between preppers apps and disaster apps, so […]
8 MORE ESSENTIAL APPS FOR PREPPERS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
You can never have too many prepper apps on your phone because you can never be too prepared. If you are keen on always being ready to encounter any kind of emergency situation, you may be considered a prepper. Prepper apps can be incredibly useful (see our first list) in difficult moments. They are full of […]
RECENT FIRE SAFETY PRODUCT RECALLS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
We recently posted about ten of the most prolific fire safety recalls which happened over the past several decades. That was just the tip of the iceberg. There are recalls due to fire safety hazards all the time, and we think it’s best to keep you informed on a regular basis regarding such instances. Unless you’ve been […]
INTRODUCING THE SKYSAVER FAMILY LINE | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
The SkySaver Family Line is now available! These brand new evacuation solutions include harnesses for babies, toddlers, and pets, which attach to the new SkySaver Family units of 25, 50, and 80 meters (80, 160 and 260 feet). Go to the products page for more information: Products Page To find a dealer in your area, click here.
THE FREEDOM TOWER | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
In 2013, construction workers in New York City attached the spire to the top of the One World Trade Center skyscraper, more commonly known as Freedom Tower, vaulting the building to a patriotically-symbolic height of 1,776 feet. One World Trade Center (Freedom Tower) in New York City is now the world’s third tallest skyscraper. With the […]
SURVIVING HIGH-RISE FIRES | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Living in a high-rise building offers many benefits: beautiful and expansive views, a prime location right in the middle of the hustle and bustle of city life, a great sense of community, and often, a number of included amenities. However, there are also a few drawbacks to living in a big building in a big […]
2015- YEAR OF THE SKYSCRAPERS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
In 2014 we saw the completion of One World Trade Center in New York City, but 2015 will be mark the completion of an even bigger building and many other huge skyscrapers. It will be amazing to see their completion, some of them in fast developing cities in Asia and the Middle East. Here is a list of […]
HIGH-RISE PARKING | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
aven’t you always wanted to park right next to your high-rise home? Well in at least one Singapore high-rise this dream is now a reality. It looks like a really cool system that could one day become more popular in other luxury high-rises, that is, until we have flying cars.
WORLD'S LARGEST 3D PRINTED BUILDING | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
WinSun, a Chinese Engineering company, has successfully constructed a six-story apartment building using a 3D printer to build the parts. The 3D printer they used is massive, measuring 20 feet high, 33 feet wide, and 132 feet long. Each part of the building was printed at WinSun’s facility and then the parts assembled at the site. As you can imagine, […]
WOOD SKYSCRAPERS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
The trend of using wood to construct tall buildings has already taken hold in Europe and is quickly spreading to North America. Currently, Norway boasts the world’s tallest wood building, a structure that stands 14 stories tall and is built using CLT (cross-laminated timber). The building has a very small carbon footprint, severely reduces construction waste, and is comparable in cost […]
2014 SKYSCRAPERS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
2014 was a landmark year that saw the completion of a record 97 skyscrapers across the world. These skyscrapers vary in size, function, and construction material, but they are all at least 200 meters (656 feet) tall. Such is the definiton of a skyscraper according to the standards of the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH). The CTBUH further […]
HOTEL FIRE SAFETY | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
When travelling in the third world and developing countries, there are many safety tips to keep in mind. One that is of particular importance is making sure the hotel you book is up to proper safety standards, this means, among other things, ensuring that the hotel is up to proper fire safety standards and has an emergency procedure in place. […]
50 TALLEST BUILDINGS IN THE WORLD | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
When counting the 50 tallest buildings in the world, it starts and ends in the UAE, with the Burj Khalifa in Dubai coming in at number 1 and the Landmark in Abu Dhabi rounding out the list at number 50. The list is filled with some fascinating structures, some which have held the title of tallest building […]
9 AMAZING FACTS ABOUT THE BURJ KHALIFA | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
To say the Burj Khalifa is a tall building is a bit of an understatement. One cannot help spotting it when visiting Dubai. It’s been the world’s tallest building since it’s completion in 2009 but will most likely lose that distinguished title in 2019. The following are nine amazing facts about the Burj Khalifa: The […]
THE MOST FAMOUS NEW YORK SKYSCRAPERS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Since the first skyscraper was built in 1890 in New York, skyscrapers have become irrevocably linked to the city as a symbol of its power and prosperity. New York skyscrapers have been immortalized by many works of art and culture, with the city’s iconic skyline providing memorable backgrounds to movies and TV series such as […]
TOM CRUISE TAKES ACTION TO NEW HEIGHTS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
From the beginning, you knew Tom Cruise was going to be a star. Starting with movies such as Risky Business and The Color of Money, you could see that he had the acting chops. Then he started delving into action movies. When you think of James Bond, each generation pictures a different face. Sean Connery, Roger Moore, Timothy […]
2016 SKYSCRAPERS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
2015 was definitely “Year of the SkyScraper,” however, it’s coming to a close, and with 2016 on the horizon, let’s take a look at the tallest skyscrapers set for completion next year. With 17 of the 100 tallest buildings in the world built in 2015, the world continues to build to the skies. China already […]
HISTORY OF THE WORLD'S TALLEST BUILDINGS (UNTIL 1931) | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Currently, the world’s tallest building is the Burj Khalifa in Dubai. It stands at 2,722 feet or 829.8 meters, holding many other records as detailed in this blog post. Over the coming years, this record will be broken, as countries continue building towards the skies. It seems like the goal is to build higher and higher […]
HISTORY OF THE WORLD'S TALLEST BUILDINGS (1931 UNTIL PRESENT DAY) | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
After just having covered the tallest skyscrapers until the Chrysler Building in 1931, spanning 11 behemoths over 47 years, the following post will be covering everything from the Empire State Building until today, spanning 86 years There have only been 6 tallest buildings in the world during that time frame. They are, however, some of the […]
4 AMAZING FICTIONAL SKYSCRAPERS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Many fictional works, whether movies, TV, video games, or literature, use real cities, locations, and buildings, in order to instill more realism or to make them more relatable. When playing a video game set in New York City (such as True Crime: New York) you feel like you know where you are because you’ve been […]
SOME OF THE FIRST MULTI-STORY BUILDINGS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Considered to be the world’s first modern skyscraper, the Home Insurance Building in Chicago was constructed in the late 1800’s. When, however, were some of the first multi-story buildings constructed? How far back into history must we go in order to understand how long this architectural ability has existed to build multiple stories? The Bible […]
THE COOLEST HIGH-RISE BUILDINGS YOU NEVER HEARD OF | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
There are over 6,000 high-rise buildings in New York City alone. If you’re not from there, and walk around long enough, it all starts to blend together. Everything looks the same. Just tall building after tall building (with the occasional stand-out). Disregarding height, however, what buildings really stand out due to being incredibly unique? What […]
THE TALLEST SKYSCRAPERS IN NORTH AMERICA | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Countries throughout the world are building taller and taller. The countries throughout North America are no exception. The United States, Canada, Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Belize, and Panama all build to the skies (some of them more than others). Due to the United States having pretty much all the tallest buildings in North […]
TALLEST SKYSCRAPERS OF THE FUTURE | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Currently, the world’s tallest skyscraper is the Burj Khalifa at 2,717 feet or 830 meters. There are six buildings in the world that stand at over 550 meters tall and only one of them was built before the year 2004 (CN Tower in Toronto). That is about to change. From now, until the year 2020, there are […]
THE DYNAMIC TOWER IN DUBAI | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Tall buildings are generally just tall buildings for the most part. Unless they’re particularly tall or have some distinguishing features (see the Robot Building), there’s no real way to tell them apart. A city like New York has so many skyscrapers, they just blend together (apart from the Empire State Building and One World Trade Center). […]
THE TALLEST SKYSCRAPERS IN SOUTH AMERICA | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
As the 2016 Olympics come to a close in Rio, Brazil, we thought it would be appropriate to continue our series on tallest skyscrapers by continent (see Tallest Skyscrapers in North America), by moving on to the tallest skyscrapers in South America. The rule of limiting each country will not apply here, as we needed to […]
The Tallest Skyscrapers in Asia | SkySaver Rescue Backpacks
Continuing our series of tallest skyscrapers by continent, we now move on to Asia. While the Middle East is located in Asia, there are so many skyscrapers in the Middle East that the region will get its own post in the future. The skyscrapers we are covering in this post are all located in the […]
What are Supertall and Megatall Skyscrapers? | SkySaver Rescue Backpacks
What was considered a skyscraper in the late 1800’s would barely be called a high-rise today. As building taller and taller becomes the norm, the average height of skyscrapers goes up. As that happens, people come up with new terms. Until the late 1800’s, skyscraper referring to a very tall building wasn’t a thing. Until […]
THE TALLEST SKYSCRAPERS IN AFRICA | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Moving forward in our tallest skyscrapers by continent series, we move on to Africa. We previously covered the tallest skyscrapers in North America, South America, and Asia. Africa only has 11 skyscrapers 150 meters or taller. It only has 2 skyscrapers 200 meters or taller. Most of Africa’s tallest buildings are located in South Africa and Egypt, therefore, […]
HOW DID THIS DUBAI SKYSCRAPER BURN SO QUICKLY? | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
On New Year’s Eve, approximately 10 months ago, a hotel in Dubai went up in flames. The 63-storey skyscraper was believed to have been engulfed due to a pair of curtains catching fire. The fire spread at an alarming rate, prompting a major investigation. How did the fire spread so fast? Did something fuel it? […]
6 HIGH-PROFILE FAILED SKYSCRAPER PROJECTS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
Skyscrapers continue to be built around the world, many in the far east and middle east. That’s just the direction many countries are going in. Building taller and taller is the trend, and it doesn’t seem to be stopping anytime soon. Recently, Shanghai Tower was completed in China and now stands as the world’s second […]
THE TALLEST SKYSCRAPERS IN AUSTRALIA | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
With only one skyscraper above 300 meters and 31 total above the height of 200 meters, Australia has a lot of catching up to do to reach the heights that the Far East and Middle East are reaching. There are, however, at least 50 skyscrapers in the proposal, approval, or constructions phases of development, that […]
10 AMAZING SKYSCRAPER FACTS | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
The Empire State Building. The Burj Khalifa. One World Trade Center. The Chrysler Building. Sears Tower. These are but some of the most famous skyscrapers in the world. They tower over everything, giving cities a larger than life feel. Just looking at one of these gigantic architectural wonders makes one feel small and insignificant. Sometimes […]
THE TALLEST SKYSCRAPERS IN THE MIDDLE EAST | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
While covering the tallest skyscrapers by continent, we have split Asia into two parts. We covered the tallest skyscrapers in Asia in a previous blog post, but did not include any skyscrapers from the Middle East. There are so many, that it was deserving of its own post. Just the United Arab Emirates alone has […]
THE MOST IMPRESSIVE SKYSCRAPERS BUILT IN 2016 | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
As we near the end of 2016, let’s take a look at some of the most impressive skyscrapers built over the course of the year. This year gave us four out of the top ten tallest skyscrapers in the world, as well as five of the top twenty. There was a one hundred percent increase […]
LOOKING AHEAD: SKYSCRAPERS OF 2017 | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
As 2016 comes to a close, we look ahead to next year. While 2016 saw the completion of Shanghai Tower, the second tallest building in the world, 2017 will see the completion of even more architectural marvels. While none will reach the same stature, 2017 remains a year to look forward to for skyscraper enthusiasts. […]
THE TALLEST SKYSCRAPERS IN EUROPE | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
For the next post in our series on tallest skyscrapers around the world, we move over to Europe. As was the case in Asia (where most of the tallest skyscrapers are located in China), and North America (where most of the tallest skyscrapers are located in the United States), most of the tallest skyscrapers in […]
APARTMENT FIRE SAFETY | SKYSAVER RESCUE BACKPACKS
An apartment can become a death trap in a matter of minutes, should a fire break out. There are only so many egress points (especially for one living very high up), which is why it is best to prevent fire, so escaping it doesn’t become the issue. Obviously, it’s not 100% preventable, which is why […]
This Backpack Could Save Your Life
We keep life-saving devices nearby when we go on a boat, a plane, or even into the backcountry. But when we go to work or arrive home on the 15th floor of a high-rise, the stairs are likely our only escape plan. Until now. Israeli firm SkySaverUSA has created a portable escape system that looks and acts like […]
SkySaver Designs Innovative Multi-Story Personal Evacuation Device
Many of the injuries and fatalities that occur during multi-story building fires are the result of occupants being unable to safely evacuate in time.SkySaver Inc. was founded in order to save lives and to become the leader in multi-story rescue and evacuation solutions. One of their most impressive innovations is the SkySaver; the ultimate personal rescue device for anyone […]
Skysaver – the Smart & Easy Way to Escape from High-Rise Buildings (Russian)
Skysaver is a set of equipment that will help the user get out of the window of the building. The entire system fits into a compact backpack that can be discreetly positioned near the window opening.
Save Lives in a House Fire (Swedish)
There is now rescue gear that can even be used by terrified people who cannot cope with rappelling. In the backpack is a harness and a mechanical cable that automatically lowers a person to the ground at a speed of 2 m / s. (Swedish)
Could SkySaver be the Answer to High-Rise Rescue Especially in Singapore?
In Singapore, most of us live in high rise buildings. When it comes to escape route during an emergency, it is always limited to staircases. Of course, over the years, the stair wells have improved. Most modern buildings come with fire retardant doors (e.g. front door, stair well) to prevent fire from coming in (not […]
SkySaver: one of Israel’s top 18 life-saving inventions
SkySaver was one of 18 life-saving innovations by Israeli companies featured by the ISRAEL21c online news magazine in May 2014 to mark Israel’s 66th birthday.SkySaver was featured along with other examples of Israeli ingenuity that benefit humankind, such as emergency bandages, new driving technologies, a baby breathing monitor and a harness for carrying injured people like […]
Israeli Firm Offers Quick Exits from High-Rises
A backpack fitted with up to 260 feet of cable and able to automatically lower its wearer down the side of a building could become must-have gear for troops training for urban combat.
SkySaver Rappelling Backpack
If you work in an office on a floor higher than you can survive jumping out the window from, you might want to consider stashing one of these under your desk. The SkySaver is a backpack that has a auto braking system for a controlled descent.
The SkySaver Backpack Is Your Lifeline Out Of A Burning Building
We can’t imagine too many people think daily about what they’ll do if they ever have the misfortune of being caught in a burning building. It’s a terrifying thought, and we understandably don’t spend our waking hours thinking about all the horrible things that could happen to us. Still, if you’ve ever experienced this nightmare, […]
Use Skysaver To Spiderman Your Way Out Of Burning Buildings
Described as the “ultimate portable survival kit for occupants of a multi-story building,” it’s a backpack housing an integrated cable system that you can use to safely escape through the window during emergencies. Simply clip the cable to a secure anchor point, exit the nearest window, and start making your way down – the onboard […]
Self-Contained Portable Escape System
SkySaver’s backpack is a self-contained portable escape system that anyone can operate to escape present danger. In the event of an emergency, one can strap on the backpack, attach the fire-resistant cable to a secure anchor point, and exit the nearest window.
SkySaver Backpack is Your Ticket Out of a Burning Building
Live in a high-rise building and don’t trust your cooking skills? SkySaver is an altogether different sort of backpack that can save your life in the event of an apartment fire — by giving you a fire-resistant rope to help you rappel down the building.
Escaping Fires in High-Rise Buildings with SkySaver
Every year, there are over 16,000 high-rise fires in the U.S. alone – and many more in other countries with a large number of tall buildings. These fires typically cause ± 60 deaths and 1000 injuries each year in the U.S. – many due to inadequate evacuation procedures or lack of safe exits – in […]
SkySaver rappelling backpack
If a fire or other disaster strikes a multi-story buildings, SkySaver makes escaping easy, and from much higher up than bulky window ladders. Strap the backpack on, clip its carabiner — at the end of a fire resistant cable — to a pre-installed anchor point, and then climb out the window.
SkySaver rapelling rescue backpack
SkySaver backpacks are intended to serve as simple, practical escapes from multi-story buildings during fires, terrorist attacks, or other life-threatening situations. They come with cable lengths of 80′, 160′, or 260′, and all have been tested according to ASTM and ANSI standards.
A backpack could help you survive a high-rise fire
The National Fire Protection Association estimates that 60 people die in high-rise fires each year. Another thousand people are seriously injured.Which is why Ken Frydman and the team at SkySaver created a personal life saving back pack for multi-story rescues and evacuations.“It’s been tested in every possible situation: heat, cold, pressure,” said Frydman.
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