Hospitals are one of the most crucial places to be monitored for a fire or emergency and one of the most delicate. Hospitals are full of patients in feeble conditions relying on hospital staff for their health and safety. There is much confusion about NFPA 72 and the placement of…
Low Frequency notification appliances provide a life-saving value to sleeping occupants. Through NFPA funded research, it has been found that the 520 Hz square wave signal is the most effective at waking sleeping occupants. Six different signals were tested, and the 520 Hz had the highest waking rate of 92…
When I arrive on site and enter your building I have your safety in mind. My signature on any paperwork does not come lightly. I am a professional life safety technician and I will not leave or sign any certificates unless your systems are perfect and ready for use. I…
A Mass Notification System (MNS) is also referred to as an Emergency Communication System (ECS) with both terms used interchangeably to identify a system which provides real-time information to notify all occupants of a facility or campus and the immediate vicinity of emergency situations. The United States Department of Defense…
Much of our business comes from smaller installations which are equally demanding in their designs and installation. One of the most important of these smaller jobs are daycares. Daycares have many life safety regulations to meet and follow to ensure the safety of the children and staff such as complete…
Safety Technology International (STI) makes a variety of items to prevent false fire alarms, vandalism and theft. In relation to daycares and schools a few specific products of STI’s are essential when installing or replacing a life safety system in the facility. The first one is the Universal Stopper. These…
A Mass Notification System (MNS) is also known as an Emergency Communication System (ECS), and is a lot more than just an alarm system. The MNS was originally popular and widely used in military occupancies, although this type of emergency communication system quickly became popular and necessary to prevent mass…
All fire alarm contractors should be aware of the requirements set forth in UL864, 9th Edition, for qualifying fire detection equipment as UL certified. Underwriter’s Laboratories (UL), is an American safety and certification company, recognized globally for examining and applying Certification Marks for products that pass their testing and inspection…
The Chicago’s Shakespeare Theater came to Navy Pier in 1999 after performing at the Ruth Page Theater since 1986. Since then they have offered over 650 performances that are available year-round. They engage and cater to local students and guests from around the world. Last year they unveiled The Yard…
CM-E1 CM-E1 is a low voltage Carbon Monoxide (CO) detector that is designed to connect to an UL Listed Fire Alarm/Burglar Control Panel. UL standard 2075 for the Safety for Gas, Vapor Detector and Sensors. Also tested to UL 2075 using UL 2034 Sensitivity limits for carbon monoxide gas. CM-6…
