Blackline Safety to showcase new Fire-Hazmat innovations at FDIC 2025, Indianapolis, as first EXO 8 Gamma area monitors ship to customers across North America this month As worker injuries and public safety risks continue to rise, global safety technology leader Blackline Safety has announced record growth in the number of fire hazmat customers using its connected personal and area monitors. Worldwide, the number of Blackline fire-hazmat customers grew 175% in the last year, from 127 to 350, with thousands of users across North America, Europe, Middle East, Australia and New Zealand. Fire-hazmat teams take on some of the highest risks of any worker, with a fatal injury rate three times higher than that of the average worker. The adoption of Blackline’s cloud connected products adds another layer of safety not previously available to protect them in their jobs every day. “Blackline’s remote monitoring capabilities allow me to log in any time and see what my guys are dealing with and then to triage what other assets are needed on the scene at any time,” said Travis Rebello, a Firefighter and Hazmat Coordinator for the City of New Bedford, Massachusetts. “I’m a big fan and appreciate Blackline’s excellent customer service.” “The capability of real-time connected technology is no longer a luxury— it’s essential for enhancing personnel safety and saving lives,” said Doug Mayer, Fire Hazmat Business Development Specialist at Blackline Safety. “From gas leaks and chemical spill incidents of all kinds, and now gamma radiation, we’ve reimagined safety solutions to help responders deploy equipment faster, get more gas exposure information, and share data for real-time visibility.” First EXO 8 Gamma Monitors Shipping This Month The company also announced that the first shipments of its innovative EXO 8 Gamma area monitor will begin later this month. “EXO 8’s gamma detection capability is a game-changer for fire and hazmat teams — not only in emergency response, but also in public event monitoring,” said Mayer. EXO 8 is the only direct-to-cloud portable area monitor capable of detecting up to eight gases and gamma radiation simultaneously, giving teams early warning of emerging threats and ensuring faster, better-informed responses. Real-time data sharing and cloud analytics also provide critical insights to refine incident response protocols. A Full Suite of Connected Safety Solutions In addition to EXO 8, fire-hazmat teams continue to adopt Blackline’s broader portfolio of connected safety technologies, including: G7 personal gas detectors with cellular/satellite connectivity, two-way voice communication, SOS, fall and no-motion alerts, and automatic data reporting. G6 single gas detectors, combining real-time connectivity, automated compliance analytics and features emergency SOS. Blackline Live, the company’s real-time cloud platform for monitoring worker location and safety status, gas readings, and device status from any web-connected device. Blackline to Showcase Technology at FDIC International 2025 Fire and hazmat professionals can get a firsthand look at Blackline Safety’s latest technologies at FDIC International 2025 in Indianapolis, April 7–12. As the fire industry’s largest conference and exhibition, FDIC draws thousands of fire and rescue professionals from around the world, offering live demos, hands-on training and cutting-edge safety innovations. Attendees can visit Blackline Safety at Booth 943 to explore the latest in connected safety technology, including EXO 8 Gamma, G7 and G6 wearables, and the Blackline Platform. To read more news and articles see our latest issue here. Never miss a story… Follow us on: LinkedIn: International Fire Buyer Twitter (X): @Firebuyer YouTube: @FireBuyerTV Media Contact Rebecca Spayne Managing Editor, International Fire Buyer Tel: +44 (0) 1622 823 920 Email: editor@firebuyer.com