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A Wireless (Radio) Fire Alarm system is an effective alternative to traditional wired fire alarm systems. As technology progresses, fire alarm systems become more and more advanced.
Wireless Fire Alarm Systems are much quicker to install and can provide the same level of protection as wired fire alarm systems. However, wireless equipment normally costs more than wired alternatives, as well as needing periodic battery replacements. It is worthwhile getting advice when choosing which system would be best for your building.
The benefits of wireless fire alarm systems:
• Tested to British and European standards for reliability
• Quick to install and can be fitted with minimum disruption to your business
• Minimum cables or damage to your walls – Ideal for heritage and asbestos sites
• Can be easily installed in buildings where there is limited access e.g., due to high ceilings
• Layout is easily modified if something in your building changes e.g., you extend
How do wireless fire alarm systems work?
Wireless fire detection products include smoke detectors that have sophisticated wireless transmitting/receiving technology, signal monitoring, aerials and battery packs. Additionally, there is wireless software PCB’s and mechanical anti-tamper devices. Although more costly, this device can be fitted in a matter of minutes, drastically faster than wired systems.
Wireless fire alarm systems work by transmitting a radio signal from detectors and call points to transmitters which are wired back to the control panel. Each detector has its own address which means that should a fire be detected the location of that specific detector is displayed on the main control panel ensuring pinpoint accuracy on the location of the fire and the area to be evacuated.
Not sure which system would work the best for you?
Whether you need a conventional, addressable, or wireless fire alarm system, we have a solution for you.
KeyCall® is a revolutionary patent-granted Key Operated Fire Alarm Activation Device which has been developed specifically for ‘approved’ applications where standard fire alarm call points would be vulnerable to abuse. Developed by Fixfire® in response to growing demand from the Mental Health Care sector, KeyCall® is a revolutionary one-piece analogue addressable key operated manual call point.
Compatible with a wide range of Conventional and Addressable Fire Alarm Systems.
KeyCall® accepts a Euro-Profile style cylinder
Typically suited/keyed-alike cylinders are fitted so that authorised persons can activate KeyCall® using their standard door key.
Key ‘Click-latch’ mechanism ensures key ‘latches’ in correct position to activate Fire Alarm System.
Anti-ligature low-profile flush-mounting design.
Neat minimalistic one piece construction incorporating Fire Alarm interface module.
Red fire indicator illuminates when KeyCall® is activated.
Compatible with a wide range of Conventional and Addressable Fire Alarm Systems
Applications include:
- Prisons
- Mental Healthcare
- Special Educational Needs (SEN) School
Wireless Fire Alarm System
Wireless Fire Alarm System
British Standard Design requirements...
- Install AFD to voids greater than 800mm
- Treat downward projections exceeding 10% of the void depth as wall
BS5839-Part 1:2013 states:
22.2d) If the system Category is such that automatic fire detection should be provided in any area that contains a horizontal void of 800 mm or more in height, automatic fire detection should also be provided in the void.
22.3j) Ceiling obstructions, such as structural beams, deeper than 10% of the overall ceiling height should be treated as walls [see Figure 10a)]. NOTE 10 Within horizontal voids, beams or obstructions that are deeper than 10% of the overall depth of the void regardless of whether the void is above the ceiling or below the floor, ought to be treated as walls that subdivide the void.
VoidAlert Remote Indicator
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A Wireless (Radio) Fire Alarm system is an effective alternative to traditional wired fire alarm systems. As technology progresses, fire alarm systems become more and more advanced.
Wireless Fire Alarm Systems are much quicker to install and can provide the same level of protection as wired fire alarm systems. However, wireless equipment normally costs more than wired alternatives, as well as needing periodic battery replacements. It is worthwhile getting advice when choosing which system would be best for your building.
The benefits of wireless fire alarm systems:
• Tested to British and European standards for reliability
• Quick to install and can be fitted with minimum disruption to your business
• Minimum cables or damage to your walls – Ideal for heritage and asbestos sites
• Can be easily installed in buildings where there is limited access e.g., due to high ceilings
• Layout is easily modified if something in your building changes e.g., you extend
How do wireless fire alarm systems work?
Wireless fire detection products include smoke detectors that have sophisticated wireless transmitting/receiving technology, signal monitoring, aerials and battery packs. Additionally, there is wireless software PCB’s and mechanical anti-tamper devices. Although more costly, this device can be fitted in a matter of minutes, drastically faster than wired systems.
Wireless fire alarm systems work by transmitting a radio signal from detectors and call points to transmitters which are wired back to the control panel. Each detector has its own address which means that should a fire be detected the location of that specific detector is displayed on the main control panel ensuring pinpoint accuracy on the location of the fire and the area to be evacuated.
Not sure which system would work the best for you?
Whether you need a conventional, addressable, or wireless fire alarm system, we have a solution for you.
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