The newly revitalized Union Yard development in Aldershot boasts a cutting-edge Advanced MxPro 5 fire safety system, expertly installed by Integrated Fire Safety Systems Ltd to provide robust protection for this scheme in the heart of Aldershot town center.
Union Yard development
The Union Yard development in Aldershot is a transformative project that has revamped a key area of the town center, establishing a vibrant, mixed-use environment with high-quality retail, leisure, culture, employment, and housing offerings.
The development, which spans seven floors from lower ground to the fifth floor, includes 82 private apartments, 18 affordable rent apartments, 128 studio units for UCA student accommodation, 13 commercial units, lower ground-level parking, and a landscaped public realm.
comprehensive fire safety system
The project included the installation of an Advanced MxPro 5 fire panel, which provides robust fire detection
To ensure the safety of residents, students, and visitors, the development has been equipped with a comprehensive fire safety system, expertly designed and installed by Integrated Fire Safety Systems Ltd (IFSS).
The project included the installation of an Advanced MxPro 5 fire panel, which provides robust fire detection and alarm coverage for the common corridors throughout the complex.
Advanced MxPro 5 panel
Iain Clenaghan, Commercial Manager at IFSS, highlighted the importance of the integration, saying, “The complexity of this project required a fire safety solution that could seamlessly integrate with various systems while providing reliable protection across the development."
"The Advanced MxPro 5 panel was the ideal choice for its versatility and ease of integration, allowing us to deliver a comprehensive fire safety system that meets regulatory standards.”
state-of-the-art technology
The installation not only ensures compliance with fire safety regulations but also provides peace of mind
The Union Yard development project underscores the critical role that Advanced’s fire safety solutions play in large-scale, mixed-use developments.
The installation not only ensures compliance with fire safety regulations but also provides peace of mind for all occupants, knowing that they are protected by state-of-the-art technology.
adaptability and reliability
Matthew Jones, Head of Sales for UK and Ireland at Advanced, remarked, “We are proud to be part of the Union Yard development, providing a fire safety solution that contributes to the safety and security of this transformative project."
"The MxPro 5’s adaptability and reliability make it a perfect fit for complex developments like this, where multiple systems need to work together seamlessly to ensure the highest levels of protection.”
ease of installation
MxPro 5 is renowned for its flexibility, offering a choice of detector protocols and the ability to be configured
As a world pioneer in the development and manufacture of intelligent fire systems, Advanced products are trusted in locations worldwide, from single-panel installations to large, multi-site networks.
The MxPro 5 is renowned for its flexibility, offering a choice of detector protocols and the ability to be configured into high-speed networks of up to 200 panels. With ease of installation and a wide range of peripheral options, the MxPro 5 can be tailored to meet the specific needs of any application.
cutting-edge fire safety solutions
The Union Yard development project exemplifies Advanced’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge fire safety solutions that are both reliable and adaptable, ensuring the highest levels of protection for mixed-use developments.
As a world pioneer in the development and manufacture of intelligent fire systems, Advanced products are specified in locations around the world, from single-panel installations to large, multi-site networks.
Advanced portfolio
The Advanced portfolio includes complete fire detection systems, multiprotocol fire panels, extinguishing control, false alarm management, and reduction systems as well as emergency lighting.
Advanced is owned by FTSE 100 company Halma PLC – a global group of life-saving technology companies with a clear purpose to grow a safer, cleaner, healthier future for everyone, every day.