VdS Announces The Publication Of The First Guidelines For Radio-Based Fire Detection And Fire Alarm Systems (FDAS)

Fire Detection And Fire Alarm Systems (FDAS) using radio links for communication are faster and easier to install, but there is also a small potential for dangerous interference.

While international standards exist for the protection of individual components using radio links (including EN 54-25), there are still none for the decisive interaction of the overall system.

New VdS Guidelines

This new VdS publication is practice-oriented and ensures comprehensive reliability

So, VdS has consolidated as well as supplemented the current requirements and now provides support for manufacturers and users, with the first Guidelines on this important matter. As usual, this new VdS publication is practice-oriented and ensures comprehensive reliability.

Rafael Bernsdorf, the Head of the VdS Laboratory for Special Fire Detection Products, said “One of our many unique selling points is the certification of the reliable interaction of all components as an entire system. After all, only a system that fully functions at all times can save lives and protect entire companies from fire and smoke.”

Optimal effectiveness of radio transmission paths

Rafael Bernsdorf adds, “For optimal effectiveness of radio transmission paths, we offer precise and proven support for free download – in compact 19 pages, also for interaction with wired components.”

The new Guidelines VdS 3897 - Fire Detection Systems with Components using Radio Links, Requirements and Test Methods, are available on the official website. They supplement the requirements of VdS 2489 for components.

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