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 …
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 …
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 …
Aspirating smoke detection is a very reliable method of detecting smoke by using a sophisticated detector that recognizes the existence of smoke particles suspended in the air. An aspirating smoke detector (ASD), also called an air sampling smoke detector, will typically detect smoke before that is invisible to the naked …
It is important to know the difference between Proprietary and Nonproprietary, especially regarding your fire, life and safety system. Proprietary might sound prestigious, but all that really means is that you will be tied into a long term relationship with your “proprietary” fire alarm service provider. What if that system …
When your fire alarm control panel reveals a ground fault, it must be addressed immediately by a licensed and certified fire alarm repair technician. Only qualified repair technicians should troubleshoot or make repairs to energized circuits! Do not leave your fire protection in a vulnerable or inoperable state due to …
When your fire alarm control panel reveals a ground fault warning this is a situation that requires immediate attention from your fire alarm company. A ground fault occurs due to inadvertent contact between the energized conductor and ground, which can occur through a grounded conduit such as a building frame …
Maintaining your fire alarm system in good working order ready to perform in time of emergency is a matter of building safety, and even life and death. Your fire detection and early warning system should be a top priority of building owners, and factored into regular maintenance intervals as deemed …
Building owners and electrical engineers often call upon the services of a qualified fire and safety consulting firm to develop a fire alarm system that will meet all required building codes and regulations. Public commercial buildings must provide fire safety to all occupants and visitors, meeting building codes enforced by …
It is the responsibility of building owners and managers to know their fire safety system, have proper documentation including an Emergency Action Plan (EAP), and to provide end user training. Building owners must have basic information on the type of fire alarm system installed in their structure, and how it …
