Euralarm has welcomed VdS as new associate member. The company will become member of Euralarm’s Extinguishing, Fire, Security and Services Sections.
VdS is one of the world's most renowned institutions for corporate safety and security. Around 500 experts offer a unique range of services for fire protection, security, cyber security and natural hazard prevention.
Services include risk assessments, testing and certification, inspection services, information systems for natural hazards and an extensive training programme. In addition, the independent institute sets international safety and security standards with the publication of a comprehensive set of guidelines.
The optimal protection of VdS` partners is based on a worldwide unique protection concept whose reliability builds on more than 115 years of VdS experience, combining all core aspects of loss prevention. Decision-makers around the world rely on VdS-approved reliability and safety.
More information at vds-global.com
Gain expertise on markets and opportunities
Companies joining Euralarm get a unique insight into what is happening on other European markets and the opportunities that they might offer. They not only tap into the political expertise and understanding of the EU policy but can also make personal connections with technical and political experts and potential business partners.
Being a member of Euralarm enables companies and associations to gain expertise on standardization. Members have their voice heard in Brussels and can support and direct standardization and legislative processes.
Four sections
VdS will join all Euralarm sections.
The Extinguishing Section is stimulating awareness of integrated extinguishing products and systems. While working on initiatives to enhance safety of life and property, the Section advocates quality and reliability using state of the art technology.
The Fire Section monitors technical and political trends and takes action to guide, influence their development and improve them. We collaborate on finding solutions for today’s as well as tomorrow’s challenges for fire safety.
The Services Section aims to be at the forefront of the development of standards for new and innovative services. Members circulate up-to date market developments, to keep informed of new innovations.
Finally, the Security Section closely follows technological developments, regulations and standardisation. Concerning standards, Euralarm continues informing members of changes and lobbying activities at both national and EU levels.
