Wednesday, 31 March 2010

Fire Protection Policing

I have to ask myself the question, is the policing of fire protection within the city areas the same as outside the city areas? I get the feeling that they are not.

Fire Systems Ltd were invited to attend a Fire Alarm seminar up in Huddersfield. The seminar was about the management's systems to assist in the field of fire protection, fire alarm maintenance, fire alarm installation, etc.

The seminar was attended by many fire alarm companies.

A colleague and I drove up the night before and stayed at the hotel where the seminar was being held. Now being in the fire protection business for too many years that I care to remember, I generally out of habit, started to carry out my own personal fire risk assessment of the hotel. I checked the fire alarm, emergency lighting, fire extinguishers etc.  Looking at wiring, I thought to myself  that this hotel would have benefited from a wireless fire alarm. However, what I found glaringly obvious, were all the fire doors within the hotel were being kept open by purpose made metal door hooks.

In relation to the fire alarm system, our bedroom had a heat detector installed, instead of a smoke detector. I have to ask myself, what is the point of a heat detector in a bedroom, as this is now a non smoking building.

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Firstly, the fire alarm company that services and maintains the fire alarm system, must have pointed out these non compliances, and secondly, the local fire officer who would inspect most hotels in his area, must also have noticed the metal hooks holding all the fire doors open?

Hence why I asked the question, is the policing of fire protection the same in the cities and rural areas? I think not.

Tuesday, 30 March 2010

Fire Systems Ltd adds the Zerio Wireless fire alarm system to its product range

The Zerio Radio Fire Alarm System from EDA has now been added to the wireless product range of Fire Systems Ltd.

Fire Systems Ltd a London based fire alarm company, view the fire panel at the recent Firex show and decided it had a place in the product portfolio.

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This particular wireless fire alarm system allows smaller buildings to benefit from the numerous advantages of Radio fire alarms at competitive prices.

The fire alarm detection can be extended using boosters.

Historically, wireless fire detection has only been used in larger buildings, often listed, where wired fire alarms were not practical either because of the difficulties of running cables or the disruption during the installation of the wiring.

The looks of the fire alarm panel is pleasing to the eye and the size of the fire panel is small and would look good in most receptions and residential properties.

Fire alarm testing or the Fire alarm maintenance of the system can be conducted easily using the one man walk test facility.

Fire alarm servicing of the system, should be conducted every 6 months as a minimum.

We look forward to providing this new wireless fire alarm product in 2010.

Fire Systems specialise in all types of fire alarms for the commercial and residential sector.

Monday, 29 March 2010

Fire Alarm Installation at Bromley College

Fire Systems Ltd, a London based fire alarm company, was responsible for the supply, installation and commission of the fire alarm system in the new built at Bromley College.

There are two phases to this project, this being phase one. Fire Systems design incorporated the existing fire alarm system. Our first job was to upgrade the fire alarm panel from a PSS to a Morley. Once we had done this, we installed another Morley fire alarm panel into Phase one and networked the two panels together.

The protocol of the fire detection used on this project is Apollo.

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A wireless fire alarm system was considered, but as it was required to network several panels together, it was decided to keep to the Morley fire alarm panels.

All works for this phase were completed on time and in the budget. Fire alarm maintenance of the system is easy due to the one man walk test.

Due to our performance Fire Systems Ltd, we will nominate for the phase 2 project of extending the fire alarm system into the new proposed engineering block.

When it comes to fire protection, Fire Systems are the company you can rely on.

Sunday, 28 March 2010

Wireless Fire Alarm Systems

Fire Alarm company Fire Systems Ltd the specialist in wireless fire alarm systems is in partnership with detectomat to supply to the market the RCP 6B Wireless fire alarm system.

Following the continuing success with the RCP 6B detectomat launch the new improved SRC 3000, which is faster and easier to install including the fire alarm servicing. 

Housed in a small contemporary designed housing the new fire alarm system utilises a new Fire Panel front to provide simpler alarm management including faster alarm reset and a temporary "alarm silence" function plus an option of key-switch reset.

Following success with the RCP 6B Wireless Fire Alarm system, 
detectomat launch the new SRC 3000, which is faster and easier to 
install and service.

The contemporary stylish design aspect is also extended into the overall fire alarm system with the continued use of detectomat's "Designer Range" of self-contained smoke alarms.

Easier installation and service functions include improved radio strength measurement to assist "one man" installation, radio signal strength measurement of installed devices and an "inspection/service mode".

The fire system is suitable for retrofit as a complete system or as a radio gateway extension to existing Fire Alarm installations.

If you have an existing building, which needs a Fire Alarm upgrade to comply with the RRO (Regulatory Reform Fire Safety Order) or are simply looking for a cost-effective, stylish, no mess minimal disruption solution the SRC 3000 may be the answer.

For further information call Fire Systems on 020 8541 5646  or visit our website www.firesystems.co.uk

Saturday, 27 March 2010

The Human Factor to a Fire Alarm activation.

When the fire alarm activates, how do we response?

The response of occupants to an automatic fire alarm is often anything but automatic, and time is often wasted on non-evacuation activities. Fire engineers call this phase the pre-movement time, during which occupants and personnel are attempting to figure out what is happening and what, if anything, they should do. Some, particularly since the advent of mobiles phones, make telephone calls; a few are even unable to resist the temptation to investigate the reason for the sounded of the fire alarm. Many will ponder whether the alarm is a fire alarm test or a false alarm, or maybe fire alarm maintenance is taken place? – it will certainly not always be accepted as a genuine alert of a fire.

Even when they do get around to evacuating, they may well not make an immediate start. They may first return to their office, hotel room or changing room to rescue personal belongings, or attempt to warn and find family or friends before starting evacuation. In any event, critical time is lost. But why? Some will cite the prospect of it being a false alarm; others will not wish to come across as panicking; a number will simply wait to be told what to do, or simply have no idea what to do.

Clearly there are too many factors for there to be a single fire detection and fire alarm solution that is suitable in all circumstances and is appropriate to every type of hotel and leisure building. What is evident, though, is the importance of accessing all of the factors that will, or at least should, influence the final decision.

Fire detection and fire alarm technology continues to become more robust and reliable, but it must be seen as part of a fully integrated solution, one that is based on dynamic fire risk assessments that take all of today's circumstances into account. Perhaps the best approach to adopt is to see fire detection as a means to an end and constantly ask the question: "Will this solution ensure the safety of the next visitor at reception?"

Friday, 26 March 2010

Fire alarm detection options.

There are many fire alarm detection options to choose from, but while providing clear and unambiguous warning of a fire is a must, it is very important that those affected have the clearest possible indication of what they should do.

These instructions are usually stated within a Fire Action Plan and such notices are usually positioned in prominent positions.

While a fire alarm system with the appropriate fire detection and fire alarm devices have a vitally important role to play in achieving these objectives, so too does well design and maintained emergency lighting, clear exit route signage, and easily understood evacuation routes and procedures. Fire alarm maintenance, Staff training – and regular retraining – is also absolutely vital.

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In terms of the fire detection and fire alarm technology, this has to be swift – false alarms need to be minimised if not eliminated, and the location of the outbreak should be clearly identified. So it is important for the right smoke detection, sounders and manual call points to be installed – and, of course, maintained – in the right locations. The appropriate British Standard is BS 5839; in particular Part 1 (Fire detection and fire alarm systems for buildings. Code of practice for fire system design, installation, commissioning and maintenance) and Part 8 (Fire detection and fire alarm systems for buildings. Code of practice for the design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of voice alarm systems).

In the past few years the fire market has experienced a number of improvements to smoke detection devices that have boosted their reliability and ability to distinguish between a real fire, environmental pollution, contamination and other conditions that might otherwise have initiated a false alarm. An example is Hochiki's flat response high performance chamber technology that is incorporated into all of its optical sensors and detectors. This provides the smoke detector with the optimum sensitivity to both smouldering and flaming fires. The incorporation of false alarm management tools, such as our ARM (Alarm Reduction Management), has also drastically enhanced immunity to false alarms. However, it is very important to take into account a number of factors that are specific to hotels and leisure buildings when deciding between one technology and another.

Fire Systems Ltd is an independent fire alarm company that supplies and installs fire alarm systems and therefore we make decisions that benefit our client not our supplier. 

Thursday, 25 March 2010

1st Wireless fire alarm system accredited to EN54-25

A wireless fire alarm system from EMS has been certificated to the new European wireless link fire standard.

The company’s FireCell wireless fire alarm system is believed to be the first such product to be accredited to the EN54-25 standard Fire alarm detection and fire alarm systems: Components using radio links.
The fire alarm system is designed as a short-range, bi-directional communication link between fire devices and uses ‘smart cluster technology'. This technology incorporates a multi-frequency link designed to stop signal blocking and signal collision, says EMS, allowing closely synchronised transmissions with multi path availability.

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The certificate was presented to EMS by test house Intertek at this week’s Firex South road show

Fire Systems Ltd who are a fire alarm company that specialise in wireless fire alarm systems will be interested in such a product.

EMS, has been at the forefront wireless fire alarm systems in this country for over 25 years. Fire Systems have installed many of their fire alarm systems and going on to offer fire alarm maintenance contract to these new clients..

Congratulations to EMS!

Wednesday, 24 March 2010

Fire Alarm upgrade at the Gainsborough Hotel

Yesterday, Fire Systems started the upgrade of the existing fire alarm system at the Gainsborough Hotel.

The 48 bedroom hotel currently has a wired addressable fire alarm system, but not all the rooms have a smoke detector and sounder. Following a visit from the fire officer and the undertaking of a fire risk assessment, the hotel was informed that the remaining bedrooms without smoke detection (about 30 rooms), would require smoke detection and sounder if necessary.

The hotel looked at various options, but wiring in the additional smoke detectors was a non starter due to cost for decoration and disturbance to the hotel.

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Fire Systems Ltd have provided a hybrid option using both wired and wireless smoke detection and manual call points.

Not many fire alarm companies have the expertise and professionalism to carry out this fire alarm installation within four to five days.

The hotel with the help of Fire Systems Ltd has put together a revised fire action plan and are now in the process of removing the existing fire alarm panel, smoke detectors and manual call points.

Hopefully phase one will be completed today, and tomorrow we can start installing the new Radio fire alarm interface units.

One completion of our works, we will be offering the Hotel and competitive fire alarm maintenance package for their consideration.

Tuesday, 23 March 2010

Fire Risk Assessment?

No fire risk assessment by the people who are suppose to be setting an example.

Burnt ashes and remains of the Fire Service College in Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire

No up-to-date fire risk assessment had been untaken and in place when the college – which uses the slogan ‘Unrivalled experience. Unequalled expertise’ – went up in smoke.

More than 60 fire fighters personnel were called to tackle the blaze last May which ruined 11 engines and causes more than £1.3million of damage. Can you believe this!

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An inspector carried out a fire safety audit of the garage, which was completely destroyed. The Fire Service College said a number of shortcomings/failures were identified, including the absence of a current fire risk assessment, which have all since taken place and put right. It has been a legal requirement to do a ‘suitable and sufficient’ fire risk assessment on nearly every type of property in England and Wales since 2006.

The fire risk assessment covers all areas of fire protection within the property for example:

Fire Alarm,Emergency lighting,fire extinguishers, escape routes, potential fire hazards etc.

I have to ask the question? Did the premises have an operation fire alarm and who was responsible for the fire alarm maintenance?

‘It’s not exactly a new piece of legislation, so, yes, they should have carried out a fire risk assessment,’ said architect and safety expert.

‘If anything, their standards should be much higher than anyone else’s and they should be setting an example. At the end of the day, all right, there were fire engines lost and they can be replaced, but it could have resulted in lost of life.

Monday, 22 March 2010

Wireless fire alarm system at the Gainsborough

Why has the Gainsborough hotel opted for a wireless fire alarm?

Imagine an English country home magically whisked to one of the most exclusive London borough, and you have The Gainsborough.

Named after the celebrated artist, The Gainsborough combines the attractive style of bygone days with an easy informality.

During a recent fire risk assessment is was deemed that all bedrooms will now require smoke detection and sounders. The management at the hotel looked at various options and came to the conclusion that the only logical and cost effective solution was to upgrade to a wireless fire alarm system.

Fire systems Ltd who are a fire alarm company that specialise in wireless fire alarm systems is in the process of upgrading the existing wired fire alarm system to a wireless fire alarm.

The installation should take approximately five days with little or no disruption to the hotel or decoration.

Regular weekly testing and six monthly fire alarm maintenance is important to compliance with the fire alarm standards.

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To stay at this beautiful hotel and enjoy London of fashionable South Kensington, Harrods, the restaurants, and antique markets, pubs and delightful backwaters of Chelsea and Knightsbridge.

You are at the heart of the London’s capital's culture too with great museums - Science, Natural History, the Victoria & Albert Hall - nearby; and for music lovers, the glorious Royal Albert Hall is just 5 minutes away.

Sunday, 21 March 2010

Why do I need a fire alarm maintenance contract?

Fire Alarm service and maintenance

Peace of Mind

You depend on your fire detection and fire alarm systems to provide the earliest warning possible of a fire for your staff personnel and visitors.   The fire alarm has been installed and commissioned to protect life, as well as property and will, when required, be expected to operate correctly in an event of a fire emergency.  So it makes sense that your fire alarm system is kept in good working condition, with 24 hour emergency cover that you can always count on if it is required.

Fire alarm maintenance and fire alarm testing is important to ensure correct operation and keeping faults to a minimum.

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Save Money

Regular fire alarm servicing will also ensure the maximum component life and result in lower system downtime due to faults. You will also save money by avoiding non-contracted call out hourly rates.

Compliance

With British Standards, the RRO (Regulatory Reform Order),Fire Legislation and your insurance company requirements.

Minimise False Alarms

Reduce the risk of false alarms, which can save you money and business disruption, as well as protecting your response levels from the fire brigade emergency service, who may not attend your premises if you have a high number of false alarms.

Saturday, 20 March 2010

Fire Alarm Testing

An operation fire alarm system should give enough warning to save lives and hopefully give the fire brigade enough time to limit the damage to the property. Periodic testing, backed up by regular user checks will ensure that the fire alarm system is always protecting people and property. These reasons are why fire alarm testing and inspection is so important.

 

Over a period of time, smoke detectors become less sensitive. Smoke detector manufacturers recommend that smoke detectors are replaced after a 10 year operation period. Standby batteries in control panels become weak and general faults can develop.

Fire alarm testing needs to be carried out regularly in accordance with the standards and is an essential part of fire alarm system maintenance.

Periodic fire alarm maintenance is a requirement in accordance with the Regulatory Reform Order. The sensitivity of detectors on a poorly maintained or neglected fire alarm system may result in the fire alarm not going into alarm condition should a fire develop,.

Fire Alarm Tests
All smoke and heat detectors will be tested for functionality. Bells and sounders will be activated and assessed to ensure that they provide sufficient sound decibel levels in all areas. Fire alarm panels, their batteries and all cable joints where accessible will be checked for integrity and functionality.

Thursday, 18 March 2010

Firex South 2010 – Fire Systems Ltd

Fire Systems Ltd personnel attend the exhibition.

The exhibition is a very popular event, where fire alarm installers, designers and people related to the industry get together.

I did not come across any kit or equipment that was new or significant. The exhibition appeared to be more of a networking occasion to meet up and discuss what is happening within the industry.

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I had an interesting chat with a fire consultant about the perception of what is deemed a “competent person” with regards to fire risk assessments. It would appear that the industry and the government have a different take on this.

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As Fire Systems Ltd, are a fire alarm installer and specialise in Wireless Fire alarm systems, we had a good look at the wireless fire alarm stands. There appears to be four main players within the market place “EMS, EDA, Hyfire and detectomat.

The fire alarm market is changing, especially the wireless market due to the new European Standard and the change of the radio frequency the systems will be operating on. It is now 866Mhz for the EN54 standard.

Wednesday, 17 March 2010

Firex South 2010 – Fire alarm industry exhibition

The fire alarm industry starts its two day exhibition in the South.

Firex South 2010, one half of the very popular Firex Road shows, is starting at the Sandown Exhibition Centre, Esher on 16 – 17 March. As one of the leading fire alarm events in the industry calendar, the show will provide professional people in all areas of fire protection industry with access to more than 60 industry renowned exhibitors.

The UK fire industry set to descend on Sandown - Firex South 2010,
 16 – 17 March, Sandown Exhibition Centre, Esher

Following the success in 2008 when more than 1,000 people attended the event, Firex South will continue this momentum into 2010. With an broad exhibition with some of the best manufacturers and distributors of fire safety products and services in the UK, visitors will be able to find all their fire protection needs.

If you're looking to advance and increase your business in 2010, Firex South is a great way for you to meet your customers.
Now established as an important diary date for fire alarm installers, fire alarm system designers, specifiers and end users, this exhibition provides a highly cost effective route to market for the fire safety industry.

As the main part of our business is fire alarms, Fire Systems Ltd will be attending to see what is new in the market place.

Tuesday, 16 March 2010

Fire Suppression Systems

Fire suppression systems can be used to protect critical assets such as computers.

Basically, a fire alarm system is connected electrically to an actuator which in turn is connected to the mechanical element of the fire suppression system.

Chemical Gaseous Fire Suppression Systems

Here we describe some of the available chemical agents; FM200 (HFC277ea) and NOVEC 1230. And further down we will describe some of the inert gases.

FM200 Extinguishes fires primarily by physical means. The molecules soak up the heat so that the temperature of the flame falls to a point below which it cannot propagate and the fire is extinguished.

FM200 Is safe for use in usually occupied areas at prescribed design concentrations.

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Inert Gaseous Fire Suppression Systems

These are ARGOGEN (IG55), ARGONITE, (IG55) and INERGEN (IG541)

How Do Inert Gas systems extinguish the fire?

When released they work by bringing down the oxygen within a room or enclosure to below 15% (normal air 21% oxygen). Below 15% most combustible materials will not burn (Class A,B and C Fires).

At this level of oxygen life is sustainable and the majority of healthy people would not notice any adverse effects.

All of the above fire suppression Gases are approved for use in normally occupied areas.

Monday, 15 March 2010

Fire Systems Ltd at Westfield Shopping Centre

Radio fire alarms save the day!

Going back to October 2008, with just three weeks to go before opening, Westfield London shopping centre in White City is a very busy and hectic place. Large white and black banners inside the mall proclaim the opening date of 30 October, and you can't help suspecting that they have been put there as motivational reminders of this impending deadline.

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Despite the 7,500 workers dispersed over every inch of the development, it's going to be a frantic race to the finish.

Inside it's even more hectic as over 300 shops and restaurants-worth of shop fitters and specialist contractors fight for space. Wooden fins lining the ceiling of the food court area called the Balcony are still being installed and work has not started on some of the actual food kiosks.

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Some of the shop was desperate to complete their works on time or risk financial penalties. With time short some of the shops began to realise they would not get their fire alarms designed and installed before the 30th October deadline. And without a fully commissioned fire alarm design and installed to the requirements as set out by Westfield, they would not be able to open.

Fire Systems Ltd, who were already on site acting as fire alarm consultants , became aware of the situation facing some of the units and were approached during the final days of the project. Fire Systems Ltd, renowned for their wireless fire alarms expertise, suggested a wireless fire alarm system or as is also known in the trade a Radio fire alarm system.

Fire Systems Ltd, design, installed and commissioned the fire alarm systems for 3 units. An individual unit was completed within one working day, to the relief of the shop owners involved.

Thereby, making the 30th October deadline.

 

 

 

Sunday, 14 March 2010

The benefits of Wireless Fire Alarms

Wireless fire alarms the future?

Advantages Of A Wireless Alarm System

When all costs are taken into account, a wireless fire alarm system is very cost effective and have obvious benefits over the traditional wired system. These advantages include :-

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Minimal or no disruption to the building fabric or its occupants.

Wired fire alarm systems invariably cause significant disruption to buildings and occupants that leave the user with additional costs, such as decoration.

Temporary Protection.

The Health & Safety at Work Act often requires fire alarm systems even on temporary buildings and construction sites. Radio fire alarm systems can satisfy this requirement and then be easily removed on completion of the project.

Urgent needs

Wireless fire alarm systems can be installed in a fraction of the time needed for wired fire systems and equipment is generally available at short notice.

Remote Buildings

Should the need arise to connect two fire alarm systems, large savings can be made in avoiding costly and time consuming excavation for inter-connecting cables.

Large Sites

Fire alarm installations that may have long cable runs can be very expensive and vulnerable to damage. A wireless fire alarm system overcomes these problems.

Saturday, 13 March 2010

Third Party Certification for Fire alarm Companies

The Advantages of Third Party Certification for Fire Alarm Companies.

Fire Systems Ltd has invested in becoming a third party accredited fire alarm company. Why?

Why should end users utilise third party certificated fire alarm companies when obtaining contractors for design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of fire detection and alarm systems?

Will Mason set's out the benefits of doing so and explains the approval process that such companies such as Fire Systems

Ltd went through to acquire third party accreditation.

Some clients of the fire industry will have had a bad experience when having fire protection equipment such as fire alarm systems installed, or will be aware of, problems resulting from contractors who were not up to the job that they were contracted to do. This can result in costly mistakes, which are not always of a financial nature when health and safety are involved.

Contractors may be capable of giving a good “sales pitch”, explain they work to the standards and claim to have many satisfied clients. However, although the quality of work is crucial it's not just the quality of work the clients need to be aware of. It's just as important that the fire alarm company contracted is competently run as a business. It does not matter how well a fire detection and alarm system is installed, for example, if the contractor goes out of business mid-project because the fire alarm company has been badly run. Even if the project has been completed, most clients still want their contractor to be around to sort out any ongoing problems and fulfil essential fire alarm maintenance requirements.

However, how can they prove their competence when installing fire alarms and other live saving equipment? The most credible evidence of a business working to high standards can be provided by fire alarm companies who working to industry-recognised standards, and who then seek third party accreditation.

Fire Systems Ltd has achieved this for the following modules:

Design,
Installation,
Commissioning
Maintenance

Of fire detection and alarm systems through the requirements of the BAFE fire protection industry Modular Scheme SP203.

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By using a third party certificated fire alarm company, customers can be reassured that a contractor will perform to a minimum level of acceptable standards. Fire alarm companies that choose the approval route – which is voluntary in the fire protection industry – are those that are genuinely committed to providing quality as they see good customer service and ensuring the job is done correctly. End users can also be reassured that third party certificated companies can help meet the requirements of the fire authorities, Health and Safety bodies and insurance companies where necessary.

Thursday, 11 March 2010

Fire Systems Ltd awarded fire alarms and fire suppression systems contract for Bell Common Tunnel.

Fire Systems Ltd awarded fire alarms and fire suppression systems for Bell Common Tunnel.

London-based fire alarm company, Fire Systems Ltd has completed work on a £160,000 contract to supply fire suppression and fire alarm systems for the M25 Bell Common Tunnel.

The contract was part of a larger £90.4m project by the Highways Agency to refurbish the tunnel, replacing mechanical and electrical equipment, which was installed when it was first built in the 1980s.




Costain, the main contractor on the project, brought Fire Systems Ltd in order to supply the fire detection. The contract involved installing, nine Novec  fire suppression systems, three addressable fire alarm systems and four HSSD aspirating systems.

The fire suppression systems are protecting the LV switch rooms that operate the jet propelled engines that are required to vent the tunnel in the event of fire.

Fire Systems Ltd, had to work to a rigid programme but completed all works within the allocated programmed.
120,000 drivers typically travel through the M25 Bell Common Tunnel every day.
The multi-million pound upgrade to the Bell Common Tunnel on the M25 where it passes Epping has been officially opened by Transport minister Chris Mole and the Highways Agency's director of major projects south Peter Adams .

Wednesday, 10 March 2010

Information about fire alarms

A fire alarm is required to warn people in your place of work that there is a fire. Not all Places of Work need to have a full electrical fire alarm system installed but all require some means for one person to notify others of a fire.

For the smallest places of work, a simple hand wound bell, air horn or a whistle would be adequate. It is very important that it can be heard throughout the building and that whoever is operating the fire warning is not at risk from fire.
For most other buildings, some form of fire alarm system would be needed and this can include automatic fire detection to provide a more comprehensive system.

A simple fire alarm system would comprise a fire alarm control panel,(with a power supply and backup battery), manual 'break glass' call points, alarm sounders or bells and possibly automatic fire detectors. Smoke detectors are recommended for the automatic fast detection of fire, allowing as much time as possible for staff and visitors at work to use the escape routes safely. A fire risk assessment carried out by a competent person would determine if a fire alarm and how many detectors are required.

Self-contained wireless interlinked smoke alarms can offer a simple and easy solution for many buildings where the expense of a full-scale fire alarm and detection system cannot be justified.
In some parts of the building, areas of a high ambient noise level, a flashing strobe might be needed because the alarm sounder/bell may not be heard.  Similarly, strobes/Xenon beacons are useful for compliance with disability discrimination law where deaf people might not clearly understand the alarm.

With larger systems, the building can be split into various 'zones'. This makes it easier to find where the fire alarm has been activated by divided the building into a number of areas. With advanced systems (known as 'Analogue Addressable' fire alarm systems), each device is identified separately, making it very easy to identify the exact location.

Wires can be used to connect the equipment together. However, Fire Systems Ltd specialise in wireless fire alarms or another term used is Radio fire alarms, this type of system uses radio signals rather than wires to connect the equipment. Although these are slightly more expensive, there are major advantages where routing cables could cause damage to buildings of historic significance, or damage to the decoration of a property or the general disruption to your business while the fire alarm is being installed.

Monday, 8 March 2010

Fire Extinguishers to Keep You Safe


Fire Systems Ltd offers a full range of British Standard approved fire extinguishers at trade prices. They have Foam, Water, CO2, Wet Chemical and Powder extinguishers, including a whole range of other accessories to protect you as much as possible. They also have qualified and experienced engineers for your service and maintenance requirements so the equipment is fitted properly so there are no mistakes.

For more information on
fire extinguishers, you can contact them and enter your enquiry and details in the form provided on http://www.firesystems.co.uk/.