Repeater panels – What are they and when should they be used?
What are repeater panels and when should they be used? We often hear about repeater panels on fire alarm systems and we all have a vague idea what they do, but what are the actual facts? When should we use them? How should they be installed?
Infinity8 Conventional Panel Guide
Introduction The Infinity8 conventional control panel has 1, 2, 4, 6 or 8 detection circuits (or zones). 1 & 4 zone panels have 2 sounder circuits, whilst 4, 6 & 8 zone panels have 4 in total. The front cover and termination PCB should be removed before installation and stored in a safe place to avoid damage. […]
Twinflex Pro Quick Start Guide
Fike Safety: Twinflex Pro 2 Zone, Twinflex Pro 4 Zone & Twinflex Pro 8 Zone Introduction The Twinflex Pro Control Panel has 2, 4 or 8 combined 2-wire detection and sounder circuits (or zones) as standard and the 4 zone version will accept a 4z expansion card to increase this to 8 if required. The […]
The Effect of the Construction Products Regulation
Yet again we have to focus on ever-changing legislation and find out how it affects each one of us. The current changes that are particularly relevant to the Fire Industry across the whole of the EU are the Construction Products Regulations (CPR).
Changing Standards: BS5839 Part 1 2013
It seems to be quite a regular occurrence that we have to spend time in familiarisation with some amended or updated guidance document. Of course this is essential, but it leaves us all with the problem of somehow finding out about all the changes taking place. This is a major problem for most of us […]
Introducing The Howler Call Post
We’ve just added an innovative new product to our stand alone fire alarm category. The Call Post from Howler is a tough, powder-coated backboard designed to make mounting any Howler Site Alarm easy and effortless.
The Efficiency of Fire And Rescue Authorities
Earlier this month a report was released by Sir Ken Knight CBE QFSM FIFireE in which he outlines his “Findings from the review of efficiencies and operation in fire and rescue authorities in England.”
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.
Valentine’s Day by Candle Light
Valentine’s by Candle Light Once again St. Valentine’s day is upon us. Some of us will be out enjoying candlelit meals, some will be at home enjoying some private time with their wives and partners and some will be at home enjoying a microwave meal for one. Whatever we end up doing with our evening […]