Many factors affect the behavior of fire in a building and the stability of the structure under fire conditions. Combustible construction materials such as typical wood-frame and heavy timber structures add to fuel load, whereas non-combustible and fire-resistant materials do not. There are basically five categories to group indicators that …
Fire alarm monitoring is key to the effectiveness of fire and life safety systems and determines how alarms are relayed to emergency responders. The supervision of fire alarm systems adds a layer of protection to building security, whether occupants are present in the building or not. When an alert is …
Fire and smoke detection and signaling systems are proven to reduce fatalities among the general population during a fire. The optimum sound level that will be most effective and recognizable to occupants to signal evacuation has long been debated. At-risk populations of people such as school age children, the elderly, …
NOTIFIER by Honeywell has reinvented fire and life safety with innovative technology, premium partners and over 70 years of experience. NOTIFIER announces the release of the next generation in fire and life safety that make your buildings safer and better protected. This new integrated suite of fire and life safety …
SWIFT Notifier Wireless is a Class A commercial fire detection system which easily integrates with ONYX fire alarm panels for flexible wired and wireless intelligent detection. SWIFT Notifier uses self-healing, robust mesh technology that delivers a reliable, stronger network. Fire detection sensors integrated with SWIFT wireless operate the same as …
Warehouses are generally large and have multiple fire risks. Knowing what these fire risk hazards are and how to avoid them is critical to protecting your business and workers. Awareness of the most common risk factors for warehouse fires and training employees on preventing fire hazards is important for every …
Commercial properties must be prepared for a fire inspection at all times, to provide a safe environment and to maintain code compliant fire and life safety systems. Preparing for a fire inspection is an ongoing process as business and property safety managers should always be prepared to protect occupants and …
Fire alarm monitoring services provide valuable help to save people and properties during an emergency, when seconds count. There is not much that property owners can do if they are unaware of an emergency, especially for unoccupied buildings. Protecting businesses and commercial properties requires a quick response whether they …
There are several things that building owners can do to prepare for a commercial fire safety inspection. Understanding which fire and life safety codes apply to your building and location as well as communicating with your local fire department are just a couple of things to help you prepare to …
All commercial buildings are required to have a fire and life safety system inspection and testing every year to ensure compliance to life safety codes. The main purpose of having annual fire and life safety system inspections is to prevent the loss of human life and/or lost property. The National …
