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The Benefits of VR Fire Safety Training
Discover the benefits of VR fire safety training, from safe and repeatable practical training to greater flexibility, consistency and training insights.


What to Look for in a VR Fire Safety Training Solution
Choosing a VR fire safety training solution involves more than selecting a VR headset. Discover the key features to consider, from realistic fire scenarios and physical interaction to Mixed Reality, training data and management.


Vobling VR Fire Trainer Update 5.1.0 Now Available on HTC
Vobling VR Fire Trainer is soon available with the latest update for HTC headsets, including a redesigned interface, hand tracking and Vobling Training Platform. Learn what’s new and how HTC compares to Meta.


NEW RESELLERS IN THE NETHERLANDS
Vobling welcomes SMEDING B.V. and EFBÉ Beveiligingen BV as new Vobling VR Fire Trainer resellers in the Netherlands, expanding local access to VR fire safety training across the country.


Experience Virtual Fire Safety Training at Dyrsku'n
Our partner VR Training is attending Dyrsku'n in Seljord on September 12th. Visit booth E207 to test the Vobling VR Fire Trainer firsthand.


Introducing Direct Headset Control in the Vobling Training Platform
Manage your Vobling VR Fire Trainer sessions directly from your computer or tablet. The latest update to the Vobling Training Platform introduces a new remote control function, allowing you to start scenarios, adjust settings, and monitor real-time hardware data - all without interrupting the user's training experience.


We Are Global🌍- Distreo
In our latest We Are Global feature, we sit down with Distreo, our reseller in Romania. Discover how they are shifting fire safety training from simple theory to impactful practice using the Vobling VR Fire Trainer, particularly within the energy and renewable sector


How to Use a Fire Extinguisher: 7 Common Mistakes to Avoid
Knowing where a fire extinguisher is located isn't enough - you need to know how to use it safely. In a stressful emergency, even simple procedures can easily be forgotten. This article explores the most common mistakes people make, from forgetting the PASS technique to using the wrong type of extinguisher, and explains why proper training is your best defense.


Try the Vobling VR Fire Trainer at Arendalsuka
This week, Østre Agder Brannvesen and our reseller VR Training are attending Arendalsuka. Drop by their booth to test the Vobling VR Fire Trainer live and join the on-site competition!


Update: The 2027 Norwegian Hot Works Mandate
The Norwegian mandate for Hot Works training in 2027 has been updated. Read about the new regulatory changes and discover why forward-thinking companies are still choosing Vobling VR Fire Trainer as the greenest and safest alternative for fire safety training.


Welcome Johan Brassart, New Chief Sales Officer
We are thrilled to welcome Johan Brassart as our new Chief Sales Officer (CSO)! With his strong technical background, structured approach, and customer-first mindset, Johan joins our leadership team to help scale our sales department and deliver even more tangible value to our clients.


Not Just a Game: Why VR is the Ultimate Tool for Education
Do you think Virtual Reality is just for gaming and entertainment? Think again. Today, VR is one of the most powerful tools for effective workplace safety training. Learn how the human brain actually retains knowledge and why it is time to ditch passive PowerPoint presentations for hands-on, life-saving training.


Cut Fire Training Costs by 30% with VR Fire Trainer
Traditional fire drills come with significant hidden expenses, primarily driven by lost productivity and logistical overhead. By transitioning to the Vobling VR Fire Trainer, mid-sized organizations can reduce their annual safety training budget by over 32% - even after factoring in all hardware and software purchases.


We Are Global🌍- Turvata
In our We Are Global series, we turn our focus to Finland and our partner Turvata. Read about how they are using the Vobling VR Fire Trainer to offer rescue departments and educational institutions an environmentally friendly, cost-effective, and incredibly realistic way to practice initial firefighting.


How to Set Up Your Meta Headset for Mixed Reality
Ready to experience Mixed Reality fire training? To get the most out of the Vobling VR Fire Trainer, your Meta headset needs to be configured correctly. This quick, step-by-step guide shows you exactly how to enable Hand Tracking, set up Passthrough by scanning your physical room, and draw a custom safety boundary. Get your headset ready for a seamless and realistic training session in just a few minutes!


WE ARE FIRE TRAINERS - Stefan Lundin Cramo
In this interview, Stefan Lundin, an instructor at Cramoskolan, explains how they have integrated the Vobling VR Fire Trainer into their professional safety programs. Discover the logistical, environmental, and practical benefits of replacing traditional fire extinguishing exercises with a safe, weather-independent virtual reality solution.


Expanding Our Capabilities: Vobling Teams Up With Jemac
At Vobling, we are constantly working to improve the physical and virtual components of our VR Fire Trainer. To ensure our hardware remains as robust and reliable as our software, we are happy to announce a new partnership with Jemac. By bringing them on board as our extended hardware tech team, we can stay agile and focused on what we do best: creating world-class immersive digital training.


What is the Vobling VR Fire Trainer?
Vobling VR Fire Trainer takes fire safety training to the next level. By combining a physical extinguisher with immersive VR scenarios and new Mixed Reality features like passthrough and hand tracking, we offer a highly realistic, cost-effective, and sustainable way to master the PASS technique.


The Nordic Shift: VR as the New Safety Training Standard
Norway’s 2027 transition to mandatory VR training for Hot Work marks a fundamental shift in industrial safety. Traditional checklist compliance is no longer enough—real preparedness is the new benchmark. Read our latest analysis on why the industry is moving beyond the analog formula and how forward-thinking organizations are adapting today.


We Are Global🌍- Comply Sense
In the latest installment of our We Are Global series, we catch up with Comply Sense, the UK partner for Vobling VR Fire Trainer. They share key insights into how VR fire training is being received across the UK, which industries are leading the adoption, and why sustainability and high-quality training are driving the British market forward.
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