Introduction to Fire Alarm Isolator Switches Video
An introduction to Fire Alarm Isolator Switches and how they help you comply with BS5839 pt1 2002 recommendations. Fire Alarm Isolator Switches are available now with low prices & free delivery. Huvo (formerly Discount Fire Supplies) sell a range of fire alarms, fire alarm accessories and much more. Browse our online shop or contact us […]
Testing Your Fire Alarm System
It is vital that you maintain your fire alarm system and regularly check that everything works. It is a requirement to nominate a responsible person to carry out the required checks on the system and is in charge of keeping the alarm system in order. It is important that this person is aware of the […]
Repair your 8 Watt Emergency Light Bulkhead with our LED Retrofit Emergency Light Replacement
Designed with the contractor in mind, this LED retrofit emergency light replacement can be installed in less than 2 minutes and will last much longer than conventional fixtures.
We’re now tweeting on Twitter
Discount Fire Supplies have started twittering! Twitter is a great way for us to stay in touch with our customers and contacts in real time. We’ll be sharing insider info about our products, offers and company news. Follow us on Twitter Huvo (formerly Discount Fire Supplies) sell a range of fire alarms, fire alarm accessories […]
Advantages of LED Emergency Lighting
Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) are already commonly used as indicator lamps in many devices but increasingly they are being used for emergency lighting. Due to their energy efficiency and environmental benefits, LEDs are safer and can save money in the long term. LEDs are more efficient than incandescent bulbs They waste very little energy as heat, […]
New Range of Carbon Monoxide Alarms Now Available
Carbon Monoxide (CO) is highly toxic gas that can be produced in the home by poorly installed, maintained and ventilated gas and fuel burning appliances. It is a colourless, odourless and tasteless gas which can kill or cause serious harm to your health. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE), which is the body responsible for […]
Rate Your Fire Alarm System
You can now rate and review fire alarm systems and other products on Huvo (formerly Discount Fire Supplies). When viewing a product, simply click the Review this product link and you’ll be asked to score it out of 5 stars and to optionally leave your name and comments. If you’re not sure whether to buy […]
Meeting the Standard with a Fire Alarm Isolation Switch
The following is an excerpt from the BS5839 pt1 2002 standard with the most relevant parts shown in bold; 25.2 Recommendations for mains power supplies 25.2 c) ‘To facilitate local isolation during maintenance, suitable means should be provided for the double pole isolation of the low voltage supply circuit that serves the power supply and […]
Types of Smoke Detector Testing
Broadly speaking, there are two types of tests you can do to check that your smoke detector is functioning properly. Functional Testing is achieved by exposing the sensor in the detector to a source of smoke. Smoke detector testers can be used to produce simulated smoke safely and easily. This method is also known as […]