The Fire Fighters Podcast / Pete Wakefield
In June 2025, Fire Spyder™ will also be featured in an episode of the Firefighter Podcast, hosted by active firefighter Pete Wakefield.
As one of the most respected voices in the fire service community, Pete’s podcast reaches a global audience of frontline firefighters, officers, and safety professionals. The episode will explore the inspiration behind Fire Spyder™, how it works, and what it means for the future of high-rise firefighting
The Firefighters Podcast, is a globally recognized platform dedicated to celebrating and supporting emergency service professionals. Since its inception in 2020, the podcast has released over 370 episodes, offering in-depth conversations that explore the challenges, innovations, and personal stories within the firefighting community.
With a mission to inspire, connect, and motivate, it serves as a valuable resource for both current and aspiring first responders.
Fire Spyder™ to feature in media
9th International Tall Building High Rise Fire Safety Conference (Australia) 29 – 31 July 25, Sydney
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the Monitor Plate
At the core of the Fire Spyder system is the monitor plate—a triangular assembly that is winched up along the building façade during a fire emergency. Constant-tension wires at each corner provide stability during exterior operations and create lifting leverage, allowing the system to support demanding high-rise operations.
Items such as hose packs, breathing air bottles, and other equipment can be quickly secured to the monitor plate and hoisted at full winch speed to designated operational floors. The fire attack hose, already connected to the monitor plate and fitted with a nozzle, is lifted simultaneously for immediate exterior firefighting.
The monitor plate with a 51mm hose connected and a 19mm smooth bore nozzle
fRONT VIEW
Aerial view (as seen during the Proof of concept)
This aerial view captures the Fire Spyder™ system in action during deployment. It provides a clear overview of the operational setup. For more details and to watch the full Proof of Concept video, visit the Proof of Concept tab.
the Fire Spyder™ summary of key achievements
2017 Grenfell
Inspired by the Grenfell Tower fire.
Why isn’t it possible to launch a powerful exterior attack above traditional ladder reach?
2022 Provisional Patent USA
Provisional patent was filed in the USA.
A basic prototype was built to support the provisional patent application.
2023 Inventors Exhibition
Fire Spyder™ was showcased at the Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions
Awarded a Bronze Medal. The concept was well received, with strong audience understanding and support.
2025 Proof of Concept
A full-scale Proof of Concept was carried out using the high-rise practice tower of the Ho Chi Minh Fire Academy.
The test, conducted with live fire and operational drones, was supported by academy instructors and students. The full deployment sequence was successfully executed and independently validated by Bureau Veritas.
2025 PCT Trajectory
2025 – In May, a patent application for the Fire Spyder™ was filed under the PCT route, covering the USA, UK, Europe, and China.
The invention is now officially patent pending.
June 2025 to be featured in FSJA
2025 – Fire Spyder™ will be featured in the
Fire & Safety Journal AMERICAS
- Fire & Safety Journal Americas (FSJA) is a leading publication tailored to the fire and safety sectors across the Americas.
- It targets over 66,000 core readers, expanding to 120,000 professionals through digital and strategic outreach.
suitable Building heights
The Fire Spyder™ system offers two distinct deployment modes:
1. High-Rise Deployment (Up to ~125 meters)
For buildings between 70 and 125 meters, deployment typically requires a drone to carry a lightweight messenger wire to the roof. This wire is then used to pull the main work wire, enabling the hoisting of hoses, equipment, or firefighting nozzles.
The use of drones in this scenario is dictated by payload limitations and the inaccessibility of upper levels from the ground.
2. Mid-Rise Deployment (20 to 70 meters)
In mid-rise structures, drones are generally not needed. The work wire can be manually deployed from the roof, balconies, or even windows, simplifying setup and speeding up response time.
As a standard operational model, calculations are based on the use of a 2.5” attack hose, winched to approximately 90% of the building’s height. This provides sufficient reach for most high-rise operations while keeping equipment loads manageable within current drone and winch capabilities.
Note: These height ranges are indicative. The Fire Spyder™ system has been engineered with flexibility in mind and may be suitable for taller structures depending on specific operational needs and site conditions.
Fire Spyder™ in action during Proof of Concept 2025