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Have users avoided having an intruder alarm as they think it will be difficult to use it day to day? Think it will be complicated and take the user much longer to leave the house in the morning? A.P.E have a wide range of end-users, varying in age and technical ability. Its systems are easy to use and it will help users learn all the basics of the system.  A.P.E also have a range of elderly customers who can use their security alarm systems with just as much ease. How can A.P.E help? A.P...

For property owners looking to further protect their home or business or for anyone with an intruder alarm system, one of the easiest and quickest things that they can do is to upgrade the existing system. They may decide to upgrade the system by replacing the old system completely or by adding different elements to the existing system, in order to update it. The need to upgrade the security system There are many reasons why someone may want to upgrade their current fire or security system. F...

One of the most crucial responsibilities of a rental landlord is to follow the fire safety requirements, ensurithe ng safety of the tenants and property. Users may have to show evidence of fitting the correct alarms and that any furniture that is provided is safe. In this guide APE will outline the things users must do, as a landlord, to provide fire safety to the tenants.  It is illegal to not have a smoke alarm? The smoke and carbon monoxide alarm (England) regulations act 2015 require...

Fire safety logbooks are critical for all non-domestic premises with fire alarm systems. A fire alarm logbook should remain on business and commercial premises at all times for a fast and efficient overview of existing fire systems, condition, testing history, and more. Although there is no statutory requirement to have a fire alarm logbook, having one is pivotal to remaining compliant and meeting requirements for relevant fire regulations. To help businesses understand the regulations concer...

1 in 6 people in the UK are deaf or have hearing loss, therefore it is critical that safety systems in domestic and commercial buildings cater to this large group of people otherwise left at risk in the event of incidents. As specialist fire and security solution installers with over 40 years’ experience, the team at A.P.E Fire and Security has put together this guide to fire alarms for the deaf and hard of hearing. Fire Alarms for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Fire alarms play a crucial...

Installing fire systems at the castle in Cirencester, Gloucestershire was a £3 million pound project that was complex from the offset, and A.P.E Fire & Security had to think outside the box in respect of how these bespoke systems would operate and work with the client’s very unique requirements. The project was carried out in several different phases and in total took around 12 months to complete, utilizing a team of four engineers at different stages throughout the year. The pr...

Frequently visited by Prince Charles, Royal Pavilion in Poundbury, Dorchester is a rather prestigious project located on Queen Mother Square for the Duchess of Cornwall, consisting of 20 luxury apartments with a retail area set to become a luxury spa facility. The main build is complete and A.P.E are just about to start the separate contract for the spa facility located on the ground floor. This contract will cover exactly the same disciplines under the spa’s control. Project length from...

Tyntesfield is a hugely historic site located in North Somerset, England. The house is a Grade I listed gothic style Victorian house and estate which in 2002 got put in the care of the national trust. The name Tyntesfield is derived from the owners the Tynte baronets who had owned the estate in the 1500s. A mansion was added to the grounds in 1830 and bought by Williams Gibbs shortly after. Gibbs commissioned an architect to design the main rooms inside the house using gilded paneling, woodwork...

A.P.E Fire & Security has been working with Grove Place Retirement Village for over 10 years now under several annual maintenance contracts. The village is a beautiful Grade 1-listed retirement community offering independent living and various healthcare services in the Hampshire countryside. Grove Place was shortlisted for ‘Best Retirement Scheme 2013’ and offers an exceptional way of living across 27 acres of beautiful landscaped grounds.

Hard wired Intruder alarm system including three remote keypads, seven movement detectors, two panic buttons and three door contacts. This system completed within two days is fully monitored via Dualcom GPRS signaling through to a 24 hour alarm monitoring station. The engineer faced several challenges with hard floors & carpeted areas, where he had to work hard to hide all the cables to the clients satisfaction.

This is a £5.2m sports complex which has transformed facilities and provided opportunities for the whole community in Lockleaze. The first phase of development has seen the creation of a clubhouse, social space, two all-weather pitches, multi-use games area, provision for dog-walking, trim trail and cycle routes across currently underutilized fields near Bonnington Walk. The transformation has been dubbed a ‘great success story for the community’ by mayor Marvin Rees, who sees...

A.P.E Fire & Security got involved in this project from the early consultancy stage, helping them design the right systems for the project. This was a complete new build & facility for Dings Crusaders, a well-known Rugby side in Bristol, adjacent the M32 in Bristol. Their system installations included CCTV, Fire Alarms, Intruder Alarms, Disabled Refuge & Disabled WC Alarms. They had active project management from consultant through to the design & build project team. The project...

This is a really exciting time for Wiltshire Air Ambulance following the opening of their custom-built new airbase. The airbase will bring together the helicopter, aircrew and charity team on one site at Outmarsh Farm, Semington, near Melksham. Fire alarm system This is a perfect location in the center of Wiltshire and will allow the helicopter to reach all parts of the county within 11 minutes. The client received full planning permission for the new airbase in January 2017 and work commenced...

Cookpad is the largest recipe sharing community in the world and believe they can build a better world through encouraging even more people to cook. APE Fire & Security were asked by valued clients such as Cookpad to work with them on their new premises in Bristol. They were asked to do the installation and the continued maintenance of their fire & security systems throughout the properties. Upgrading addressable fire alarms APE Fire & Security were asked to upgrade the addressabl...

A.P.E Fire & Security completed refurbishment and new installation of Panic attack, Access Control, CCTV, Barrier Entry, Intercom, Electronic Turnstiles Entry & Disabled Refuge Systems of the iconic Grade II listed City Hall in Bristol. A full strip out of all existing finishes preceded a combined CAT A and CAT B fit out of 125,000 sq. ft. as the Council provided new and modern ways of working for 1,100 staff. On the ground floor, the original cash hall was stripped of a mezzanine floor...

Merchants House, located on Wapping Road in central Bristol, United Kingdom, was built in 1985 using masonry construction. The building boasts of 5 floors of office accommodation. Fire refuge, WC alarm installed APE Fire & Security were contracted by Merchants House to implement a range of trusted fire and security systems that would ensure safety and ease of security for their corporate tenants. The project included installing fire refuge, WC alarm, access control and video entry. APE Fi...

Barham and Charing crematoriums are part of the Westerleigh Group which not only is a renowned developer and operator of crematoria and cemeteries in the United Kingdom, but also conducts over 40,000 funerals per year. The Westerleigh Group appreciates the social, environmental and financial benefits of providing professionally managed facilities in this highly specialist field. Barham and Charing crematoriums Barham crematorium, once part of Lord Kitchens Broome Park’s estate in the UK,...

From commercial and industrial settings to local authorities, schools & universities, and residential properties, users are all required to strive for the highest standards of fire safety. Thankfully, there are many ways in which users can reduce the risk of fire thanks to a whole host of innovative fire safety systems. fire sprinkler systems When it comes to effectively containing a fire, an overwhelming body of evidence supports the use of fire sprinkler systems in effectively containing...

APE Fire & Security were contracted by Sulzer to help install high-definition, IP CCTV with 4K technology at their Avonmouth Engineering Workshop, in Bristol, United Kingdom. The installation was coordinated and planned in great detail to comply with Sulzer’s rigorous health and safety standards at the facility, and was set up to allow for plenty of scope in the future. IP CCTV with 4K technology  “From sending out the initial request for quotation through to installation...

When it comes to building securitsome numerous products and services helpelp prevent break-ins, such as CCTV, physical barriers, access cont,rol and intruder alarms. But what happens in the unfortunate event that someone still manages to get inside the property? In this instance, something like a smoke screen can be perfectly positioned to act as a final barrier to prevent theft and burglary.  Building security and benefits In this article, APE highlights what security smoke screens are,...

APE Fire & Security prides themselves on keeping up to date with current trends in the industry and innovative technology. Most recently COVID-19 has completely turned everyone’s lives upside down. This really motivated them to want to contribute to helping keep people safe and feel confident about going out again. Working with Hikvision, provided them with advanced thermal CCTV systems, they can now install systems to accurately detect elevated body temperatures, even in crowds with...

Fire alarm call points play an integral role in fire alarm systems. Whether users are installing a completely new fire system or looking to maintain/upgrade an existing one, users are likely to come across the term “call points.” In this article, APE delves into some common questions around fire alarm call points and everything businesses need to know. If users are looking for help with either commercial or residential fire alarm systems, simply get in touch with A.P.E Fire and Secu...

Fire safety is essential for all buildings, businesses, and workplaces. Whether the user's business has an office or a warehouse, and helps to ensure workers and premises are protected from fire by following this guide to fire safety for a business. What is Fire Safety for Businesses? Fire safety within a business encompasses both physical measures that detect and prevent fire Fire safety within a business encompasses both physical measures that detect and prevent fire, as well as education a...

A.P.E are proud to assisted in the delivery of a 30 bed refurbished ward at Royal United Hospitals – Bath. Due to the recent circumstances the program was fast tracked to allow the hospital to take early occupation during the urgent stages of the UKs lockdown. They smoothly achieved this goal in a safe manner, ensuring both staff and other contractors risks were kept to a minimum. They delivered a complex PC based, TDSI access control system to match the site wide access control format....

APE Fire & Security were contracted as part of a 63,292 sq. ft. expansion project that allowed Thatchers Cider’s production capacity at their Myrtle Farm facility to double, so as to allow them to more easily meet the growing demand for their nationally renowned cider. Cider manufacturing facility Thatchers Cider’s Managing Director, Martin Thatcher said “This investment was about our confidence in the cider market and in the future of the state-of-the-art cider manufactu...

Building security has faced a revolution in the last 10 years or so. Technological advancements have allowed for innovations and complex security solutions to be designed and developed, enabling building owners to vastly increase the level of protection on their property. in-trend security solutions It’s important users stay at the forefront of the security industry and keep up with the most recent security practices, technologies, and insights to ensure the safety of their premises is n...

APE Fire & Security were contracted by Vanguard Self Storage to implement a range of trusted fire and security systems that would ensure that their customers’ goods were always kept safe and sound under tight security, 24 hours a day. Security systems installed The Bristol storage facility project, valued at £70,000, included installing and maintaining CCTV, fire alarms, intruder alarms and disabled refuge systems, and took around 3 months with a team of four engineers to compl...

BizSpace is the United Kingdom’s renowned provider of regional and flexible workspace for professionals. They offer modern offices, studios and workshop units to a vast range of small businesses across the country. fire and security installation APE Fire & Security were tasked with delivering a complete fire and security installation for Steel House in Fareham, one of BizSpace’s well-established and refurbished centers in the South West England region. The revamped building wil...

When it comes to security, not all intruder alarm systems are created equal. With so many features and benefits to compare between brands and products, it can be a daunting task trying to navigate through all this technical information to find equipment and systems most suitable for users’ particular needs. Intruder alarms are categorized into 4 different grades, based on their levels of performance (such as functionality, reliability, and durability). Anyone who is thinking of installing...

The Opal photoelectric smoke detectors are linked to Pearl control panels for enhanced protection money.co.uk recently completed a £3m renovation project to transform a Grade II listed castle into the ultimate high-tech workplace. To keep employees and visitors safe, innovative fire detection technology from Notifier by Honeywell has been installed throughout. Reliable fire detection system A Star Wars themed cinema, a library that has a secret passage i...