Longan Vision Corp
When: Spring 2025
* Dates are subject to change
Where: Vaughan Fire & Rescue Services training facilities (TBC)
Ward: TBC
Project Partner: City of Vaughan • Vaughan Fire and Rescue Services (VFRS)
Helmet-Mounted Augmented Reality
Vaughan Fire and Rescue Service (VFRS) is dedicated to providing efficient emergency response, and fire protection, prevention, safety and education to those who live, work and visit the city. In the event of an emergency incident in an enclosed location such as a parking garage or underground tunnel, it is crucial to identify the source and location of a fire as soon as possible for a successful response.
Current solutions to identify heat sources or locate victims in low-visibility incidents are often hand-held and add weight to the existing equipment required to protect responders in emergencies. It is important to evaluate emerging technology to see how it has evolved and assess if it can improve safety and operations in emergency incidents.
Longan Vision’s Fusion Vision System (FVS) is an augmented reality (AR) headset that enhances visibility, communication, and situational awareness for firefighters. Its thermal imaging helps see through smoke, locate victims, and identify fire sources in low-visibility conditions. It is a hands-free solution that can share live data with command centers to improve coordination to track firefighter locations and adjust strategies in real-time. The demonstration will evaluate how the integration of AR and thermal imaging in a headset can help firefighters respond in emergencies.
Purpose:
A demonstration of Longan Vision’s AR headset would showcase its ability to enhance visibility, navigation, and communication in emergency response. It will evaluate how thermal imaging can help firefighters see through smoke, locate heat sources, and identify hazards.
The demonstration will be conducted in a simulated controlled training facility with appropriate supervision.
Expected Outcomes:
- Assessment of hands-free equipment
- Video recordings of incident scene
- Enhanced visibility & communications with command centre
- Identify heat sources in dark & smoky areas
- Evaluate compatibility and warranty for existing safety equipment
Company Description:
Longan Vision is a cutting-edge technology company specializing in augmented reality (AR) solutions designed to enhance situational awareness and safety. Founded six years ago from McMaster University's Startup Program, Longan Vision has become a global pioneer in developing AR tools for first responders, particularly firefighters. The flagship product, the FVS, integrates AR displays with thermal imaging sensors to provide critical real-time data, improving operational efficiency and safety during emergency situations.
With successful testing across multiple fire departments worldwide—including in Canada, the U.S., Japan, Thailand, and Switzerland—Longan Vision is recognized for its practical, innovative solutions. Expanding beyond emergency services, the company is exploring industrial applications for AR, such as underground mining and oil pipeline inspection. Longan Vision is on a mission to revolutionize safety and efficiency through advanced AR technology.