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The use of Fike’s fire detection technology has resulted in significant cost savings for the project Fike Safety Technology Ltd, the UK-based manufacturer of intelligent fire detection solutions, has supplied its popular Quadnet analogue addressable system for a large residential building complex in India. The Wembley Estate in the Gurgaon District of Haryana has 8 tower blocks with 13 floors in each. The use of Fike’s fire detection technology has resulted in sign...

Hochiki’s (ESP) provides flexibility to accommodate integrated building management and complex life safety systems As one of the mainstays of the UK breakfast cereal market, few will be unfamiliar with Sugar Puffs. Immensely popular for nearly 60 years, since the 1970s the Honey Monster has been at the forefront of a number of memorable advertising campaigns that have seen him working with people as diverse as Boyzone, Kevin Keegan and ‘punk poet’ John Cooper...

Crowcon’s F-Gas detector provides an effective gas leak detection package Fluorinated (Freon) gases, which include hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs), hydro-chlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) and sulphur hexafluoride (SF6), are a family of man-made chemicals containing fluorine. These ’F-gases’ are extremely powerful greenhouse gases that trap heat in the atmosphere, contributing to global warming – most are between 1,000 and 20,000 times more...

Hochiki's FIREscape utilises light emitting diode technology, which is ideal for the university Teesside University has become firmly established as one of the UK’s foremost higher education establishments. Located in Middlesbrough, on the south bank of the River Tees, it began life as a technical college designed to support the region’s engineering, bridge and shipbuilding industries. Officially opened by the future King Edward VIII on 2nd July 1930, it was...

The system is based around Hochiki’s Enhanced Systems Protocol, a communications solution for intelligent fire detection Located in the Kentish town of Sittingbourne, Milton Court School is a one-form educational establishment for children aged 3-11 years old. Over 250 staff and pupils occupy a two storey Victorian building that has undergone extensive refurbishment over recent years to create a stimulating, comfortable and energy efficient learning environment. However...

Fireray 3000 is Fire Fighting Enterprises’ latest product development, bringing the most advanced technology to end-to-end systems Protecting buildings from the risk of fire is never an easy task, and educational properties often bring their own particular array of problems: irregular and high ceilings, tricky wiring and large indoor spaces – and the potential for rough treatment. Fireray optical beam smoke detectors from Fire Fighting Enterprises are specifically...

At the World Cup in Germany, a number of stadiums hosting the event boasted combined Bosch’s ProSound and EVAC systems At the ISE 2014 (Stand C118, Hall 3) in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, Bosch is presenting its pioneering combination of Evacuation (EVAC) and ProSound Systems. The best of both worlds, and soon-to-be standard for large installations. Safe Large events are subject to stringent safety measures. In these, the EVAC system – the Public Address and evacu...

Bosch’s Modular Fire Panel ensures connection between public address and voice evacuation system In the event of a fire, evacuation of the area or building concerned is always the top priority. Therefore, there is a strong need to link fire alarm and public address systems with a reliable and bi-directional connection. The latest version of the Modular Fire Panel 5000 Series from Bosch fulfils this requirement in a customer–friendly way. The fire alarm panel is n...

Hochiki will display the FIREscape Emergency Lighting range, which features self-contained LED luminaires and signage Hochiki Europe will demonstrate the features and benefits of its cutting edge fire detection and emergency lighting solutions at this year’s Health & Safety event, taking place at The National Exhibition Centre (NEC) Birmingham between 11 -13 March 2014. The 3-day event encompasses the very best of the UK health & safety industry. Visitors can se...

The Vimpex battery-powered unit is triggered acoustically when the fire alarm sounders are activated Vimpex Limited, the specialist supplier of fire detection, alarm and evacuation solutions, has introduced an innovative wireless magnetic door holder to its range of products. The battery-powered unit is triggered acoustically when the fire alarm sounders are activated. No external wiring is required and a pair of standard 'C' cell batteries provides power for more than a yea...

Fire-Cryer multi-message voice sounders have been installed in London’s Moorfields Eye Hospital London’s famous Moorfields Eye Hospital has turned to voice sounder specialist Vimpex Ltd for a major upgrade to their fire alarm system. In the first phase of the project, Moorfields has replaced fire alarm bells with 250 multi-message Fire-Cryer Plus voice sounders. When the project is complete, the hospital will have over 500 Fire-Cryers fitted. Since staff and occup...

The Repeater Panel is a small remote display unit that can be connected to a 4 or 8 zone version 2 TWINFLEXpro panel Fike Safety Technology (FST) has launched a Repeater Panel as part of its TWINFLEXpro Smart 2-Wire Fire Detection System. The Repeater Panel is a small remote display unit that can be connected to a 4 or 8 zone version 2 TWINFLEXpro panel via an RS485 data link, with a maximum of 8 Repeater Panels connected to a single control panel. The unit does not itse...

Static Systems recommended Apollo as the best solutions provider for the project  Apollo Fire Detectors’ Discovery range of fire products were chosen by fire alarm specialist Static Systems Group and leading construction and development company, Skanska, to provide life and property protection at the new premises of The Royal London Hospital. The Royal London Hospital has been at its current location on the south side of Whitechapel Road, Whitechapel, since 175...

Siemens Sinteso fire alarm system is integrated with ASA technology making it efficient & reliable False alarm callouts are costing London £37 million annually and the economy approximately £1 billion in lost productivity. The cost, risk to lives and drain on firefighting resources has led the London Fire Brigade (LFB) to announce a stringent, new rule which came into effect on the 01 January 2014. LFB's stringent, new rule for more than ten fals...

Visitors at the event will have the opportunity to discuss full range of products with FSL representatives FSL, the UK-based expert in fire suppression system manufacturing and service provision, will be exhibiting at Intersec in Dubai between 19th and 21st January. FSL, a new force in active fire protection, provides a wide range of inert and chemical gas suppression systems and places customer service at the very heart of its business. In addition, and to complement their s...

The new Advanced brand reinforces the values of its business and the quality of its products Advanced Electronics has recently launched a global brand that unifies its international operations and reflects the market-leading values and product advantages that have quietly made it a global success story. Now known simply as ‘Advanced’, the company has been firmly repositioned as one of the world’s leading fire systems businesses, with all of its international...

The fire system based around Advanced’s MxPro panels was installed and commissioned by Firecrest Services A landmark London school, designed by one of the world’s leading architects, has had its fire system upgraded with an MxPro multiprotocol fire system from Advanced. Designed by Foster and Partners, the award-winning Capital City Academy was built to the highest standards as a new breed of school, creating an environment that nurtures and inspires young people....

Reflex’s analogue addressable fire detection systems were installed across the hotel facilities Reflex Systems, the integrated fire and security systems specialist, has recently completed a major project to upgrade the fire detection systems for one of the UK’s leading hotel groups QMH UK Ltd. The contract was carried out over a four week period, which involved upgrading the fire detection systems on 18 hotels, including 12 Holiday Inns, three Best Western hotels...

Fire Fighting Enterprises is at the forefront of beam smoke detection technology Protecting buildings from the risk of fire is never an easy task, and historic properties often bring their own particular array of problems: ornate decoration, irregular and high ceilings, lack of wiring and large indoor spaces. Optical beam smoke detectors are specifically designed to overcome these potential issues, with a number of features that make them inherently well-suited to protecting...

NICET-certified instructors will lead these courses offering attendees the opportunity to earn valuable CEUs Fire-Lite Alarms by Honeywell recently released its 2014 training program, covering a range of subject matter from fire alarm systems basics to sophisticated applications design and programming. Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be given to attendees of the more than 100 hands-on trainings planned to take place across the U.S. For those hard-pressed for time, Fir...

The compilation of all information relative to a single product on one page appears to be one of the new site’s best features Fire-Lite Alarms by Honeywell announces the launch of an all-new FireLite.com Website, created to offer quick access to fire alarm technical documentation, training resources, and tools for system design and business support. The site’s “Social-Lite” section presents visitors with an easy means for connecting with industry guru...

Altronix’s new models offer more flexibility via their multiple outputs to accommodate a broader range of system designs Altronix now offers more eFlow power supply/chargers to choose from with 4, 8 and 16 outputs. These new models add to the company’s growing line of eFlow enhanced power solutions with more features designed for security, fire and access control applications. “eFlow power solutions provide more of what the market is asking for – mor...

Silent Knight’s SK-FIRE-CO replaces multiple devices, including a CO and a smoke detector, mini horn, monitor modules Silent Knight by Honeywell recently introduced a single detector that senses both fire and carbon monoxide (CO) and greatly reduces nuisance alarms. The SK-FIRE-CO Detector minimises parts and labour, equalling big cost reductions. It is also the only non-proprietary, addressable detector of its kind to be made readily available through Security Equipment...

SK-F485C is designed to allow new and existing Silent Knight systems to increase wire runs Silent Knight by Honeywell recently released the SK-F485C Wire to Fibre Converter, designed to allow new and existing Silent Knight systems to significantly increase wire runs between fire alarm control panels and power supplies, while providing a major boost in surge protection. Being the first wire to fibre converter to be UL listed for a non-proprietary line of fire alarm systems and...

Fisk Fire was tasked with installing Apollo's XP95 range across the campus’ communal areas and bedrooms The University of Hertfordshire houses more than 3,400 of its students in University owned and managed accommodation. The College Lane Campus is based at the heart of the University, giving students access to the Students’ Union, its entertainment venue – The Forum – as well as teaching rooms and the University’s largest Learning Resources Centr...

ExGo is suitable for almost all single-flooding area applications and includes a range of control options ExGo is Advanced’s extinguishant and suppression control system, which has been developed specifically for sensitive and strategic assets such as server rooms, historic and cultural attractions and control rooms. High-profile installations have been made across the globe, including recently in the National Library of Romania. ExGo features the quality, technology an...

The MxPro 5 fire panels are the leading multiprotocol choice and are renowned for their world-beating quality One of Britain’s most prestigious luxury hotels, De Vere Heythrop Park in Oxfordshire has selected high performance fire panels from industry leader Advanced, for a complete replacement of its existing fire systems. The contract for the new system was awarded to Trinity Fire & Security Systems, who specified the latest MxPro 5 panels from Advanced to form th...

Wagner's ASD ensures rapid response to fire condition, protecting staff and the valuable logistics operation WAGNER UK’s TITANUS PRO•SENS Air Sampling Smoke Detection (ASD) systems were chosen to provide advanced fire detection for Tesco’s latest 500,000 sq. ft. distribution centre in Dagenham, Essex. The project was designed and installed by Leader Systems, who has completed the majority of fire alarm system installations in these latest generation Tesco dis...

Hochiki's new ALN-EN, ATJ-EN and ACC-EN devices have features that reduce false and unwanted alarms Hochiki Europe, the leading manufacturer of innovative life safety solutions, has announced the launch of three new sensors, which take fire detection to the next level of performance and reliability. The new ALN-EN, ATJ-EN and ACC-EN devices have a number of innovative features that improve functionality and reduce false and unwanted alarms – making them the most intelli...

Apollo will also use the show to highlight its 15 fire detection products that have been independently evaluated World-leading independent fire detector manufacturer, Apollo Fire Detectors, will showcase its tried, tested and trusted range of fire detection products at Intersec 2014 (Dubai, 19 – 21 January 2014). Visitors to Apollo’s stand (Hall 1, Stand 502F) will have the opportunity to find out about the company’s extensive product and service offering in...