Smoke, not steam: how dual optical detection cuts false alarms
False alarms are one of the most persistent headaches on any fire system you maintain. In hotels, student accommodation and other high-occupancy buildings, a detector that can’t tell shower steam from smoke means repeated evacuations, call-out charges, wasted staff time – and, over time, occupants who stop taking the alarm seriously. Nittan’s Evolution EV-DP dual […]
How C-TEC’s CAST-PRO detectors tackle false alarms at the source
False alarms are one of the most disruptive and costly problems in fire detection. They interrupt building operations, erode occupant confidence in alarm systems, and — in the worst cases — lead to the dangerous habit of ignoring alerts altogether. For installers, a system that cries wolf is a system that generates callbacks, complaints, and […]
Aspirating Smoke Detection: Uses, Comparison and Checklist
Updated 6 November 2026: Reviewed against manufacturer information, with a detection comparison, specification checklist and exact ModuLaser product examples. Aspirating smoke detection (ASD) draws air through sampling holes in a pipe network and analyses it for smoke inside a detector. It can provide early warning and keep the detector accessible when the protected space is […]
Testifire 1000 Replacement Guide: XTR2, Spares & Compatibility
Looking for a Testifire 1000 replacement or spare parts? Detector Testers moved UK orders for the 1000 range to equivalent Testifire XTR2 products from July 2024. Before ordering, separate three questions: which replacement kit you need, which parts keep your existing tester working, and which accessories can be used with XTR2. Updated 9 November 2026: […]
Introducing Our New Marine Fire Detectors
We’ve added a new range of fire detectors to Huvo (formerly Discount Fire Supplies) – Orbis Marine Fire Detectors. These fire detectors from Apollo are all approved for use in marine environments and offer a wealth of features.
The Difference Between Smoke Detectors & Heat Detectors
When planning a detailed fire alarm system, or even the installation of domestic fire alarms in your home, you may wonder where it’s best to locate your smoke detectors and heat detectors and why.
Manufacturer Spotlight: Detector Testers (No Climb)
Detector Testers (No Climb) have been at the forefront in the field of design and manufacture of fire detector test equipment for some time. Their continual investment into research and development makes their products, including the Solo range of detector testers, the obvious choice for anyone looking for a reliable method of testing their fire […]
Manufacturer Spotlight: Apollo Fire Detectors
Huvo (formerly Discount Fire Supplies) stock a wide range of fire detectors produced by many different manufacturers. Apollo is one such manufacturer, they supply us with XP95 fire detectors and Series 65 fire detectors.
Fire Detector Cleaning
Maintaining clean, dust-free fire detectors is a key part of ensuring you have a fire alarm system that will successfully protect your property and personnel.