Fire Alarm System
Fire alarm technology will keep your family safe, no matter what happens
A fire alarm is a unit made of several devices, which uses visual and audio signaling to warn people about a possible fire, smoke, or carbon monoxide occurrence in the area of coverage. Fire alarms are usually set in fire alarm systems to provide zonal coverage for residences and commercial buildings. The warning signal is either a loud siren/bell, a flashing light, or it can include both. Some fire alarm systems use additional warnings, such as sending a voice message or making a phone call.
A conventional fire alarm system consists of the following devices:
- Fire alarm panel
- Detectors and bases
- Call points
- Sounders and flashers
- Power supply accessories (fire alarm batteries)
Selecting an alarm system.
To choose the most suitable fire alarm system, identify your specific needs. Think about how many detectors you’ll need to install in your building.
Make sure that when you decide on a fire alarm system, it is compatible with your current security setup. Shop around for equipment that fits within your budget, without sacrificing quality. It’s a good idea to work closely with the vendor to correctly install the fire alarm system and properly integrate it with your existing security and access control setup.
Fire Alarm Devices
Ionisation Smoke Alarms
These detectors are excellent at detecting fast-burning fires. These are the cheapest and cost very little to purchase. They are very sensitive to small particles of smoke produced by fast flaming fires, such as paper and wood, and will detect this type of fire before the smoke gets too thick.
Photoelectric (Optical) Alarms
These detectors are effective at detecting larger particles of smoke from slow-burning, ‘smouldering’ fires. They’re extremely reliable and produce few false alarms. These are more expensive but more effective at detecting larger particles of smoke produced by slow-burning fires than an ionisation smoke detector.