Wireless vs Wired Fire Alarm Systems
Where a fire alarm system is required both hardwired and wireless systems are fully compliant so the decision rests with the property owner, responsible person and/or installer. Many considerations should be taken into account when deciding which type of system is most suitable and we are often asked to help outline the pros and cons […]
Ekho Hybrid Wireless Training Complete
We are pleased to confirm that all of our sales and support team have successfully completed training on the new Ekho wireless system from Hochiki. A special thanks to Hochiki who were able to deliver this training during these challenging times.
How To Change Level 3 Access Code On Advanced MxPro 5 Panels
In this video Paul Duffy from Advanced Electronics provides a demonstration on how to get a level 3 access code for a MxPro 5 panel in the event when this code has been changed.
Infinity ID2 vs Other 2-Wire Fire Alarm Systems
The Infinity ID2 is an addressable 2 wire fire alarm system. The panel comes in either 2, 4 or 8 zone versions and can be wired in either radials or in a single loop configuration. Each zone can have upto 15 devices. The ID2 has seen great success since its launch, with thousands of systems […]
Panel and PC Upload Download Guide For Advanced MxPro5 Panels
In this video Paul Duffy from Advanced Electronics provides a demonstration on how to take an upload/download from an MxPro5 panel to a PC using the Advanced upload/download cable.
Fire Alarms in Bars, Pubs and Nightclubs
We recently supplied and supported a complete fire detection system which was installed by our partners MJB Electrical in the exclusive West London nightclub Raffles. We have completed many similar project for various bars, pubs and nightclubs throughout the UK which has lead us to writing this article highlighting some of factors to consider and […]
EN54-23 – The Pocket Guide
What is EN54-23, and how does it affect you? There’s new legislation on Visual Alarm Devices (VADs) and they’re causing a bit of confusion amongst installers. We’d like to help you to understand it, and make sure you’re up to date with the new European Standard. The standard specifies the minimum requirements for VADs, providing […]
Fire Alarm Checklist
“Have I forgotten anything?” We are regularly asked this question when quoting a fire alarm system so it is about time we wrote this article covering what we consider to be the main items overlooked.
Fire Safety Signs
It is a legal requirement of a business owner or employer to ensure that sufficient signage is provided where there is a significant risk to health and safety. Safety signs regulations standardise safety signs throughout the EU so that wherever a particular safety sign is given, it portrays the same message. This is to ensure […]