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Multiple I/O modules for fire system control
posted on 05/03/2003

System Sensor Europe has introduced four new multi-module PCBs for use in conjunction with its Series 200 plus addressable smoke and heat detectors. The new units provide the functionality of either six or ten individual modules, integrated onto a single monolithic PCB and primarily intended for use in larger, more complex systems or where a high density of I/O is required in one location. Individual modules, for either bulkhead or DIN rail mounting, continue to be available. Monitors and control modules are used to supervise and activate sounders, strobes, door releases, break glass call points and other ancillary devices; they are also used to interface between an intelligent fire system and a conventional two-wire installation and to operate normally open devices. The four different types of multi-module are: 1- Six independent form C relays, typically used for plant shutdown or door release, individually controllable from the fire alarm control panel. 2- Six independent... [more]

ADT Rail wins £multi-million London Underground contract
posted on 04/03/2003

ADT Fire and Security has secured its largest-ever maintenance contract: Infraco JNP, a wholly owned subsidiary of London Underground Limited (LUL), has awarded ADT Rail, the specialist rail division of ADT, a multi-million pound contract for the maintenance of the fire systems on the Jubilee Line. “The face of the London Underground will be transformed over the next decade as rolling stock, infrastructure and real estate are revamped and upgraded, with the ultimate aim of giving the Capital the world-class, 21st century network it deserves,” said Mark Formby, Business Development Manager of ADT Rail. “Passenger safety on the track is obviously a priority, but Underground users will also benefit from considerable investment in off-track safety, where concerns range from vandalism and theft to fire and emergency evacuations.” “ADT is delighted to have secured the maintenance contract for fire systems on the Jubilee Line and the programme of work we are carrying out on behalf of ... [more]

Family business saved by remote monitoring alarm service
posted on 19/12/2002

Arson is currently responsible for around 44% of all commercial fires in the UK. With the alarmingly high incidence of arson related fires, it is not surprising the latest industry figures show that property damage and business losses is currently costing UK businesses around £570 million per annum. In addition, 40% of businesses that suffer arson attacks never recover in the same location. Mentor Business Systems Ltd turned to BT redcare, the UK’s recognised leader in continuous remote monitoring and intelligent information services, to ensure it did not fall victim to this burning issue. Founded in 1985 by Keith and Dorothy Hatfield, Mentor Business Systems Ltd is based in West Yorkshire. With customers across the UK and Ireland, Mentor Business Systems specialises in computer systems for the security and fire industry including TurboCAAMS, Alarm Receiving Centre alarm monitoring software and CASH for windows – a service management system. “Having worked within the security an... [more]

Series 300 detector wins prestigious French Innovation Award
posted on 17/12/2002

Chubb Sécurité, one of France's leading fire and security companies, has won the concours de l'innovation award for its C.Scan+ conventional fire detection system. The award, judged by journalists, members of the profession and end users, was presented at the recent 19th Salon de la Protection et de la Sécurité, held in Paris. Based on the Series 300 family, manufactured by System Sensor Europe, the C.Scan+ detectors are produced to Chubb Sécurité's own specification. Approved by AFNOR and Certified by CNMIS to EN 54, the multi-sensor photo-thermal, photoelectric and thermal detectors combine the sophistication of an analogue addressable unit with the low cost, ease of installation and simplicity of a conventional detector. Automatic drift compensation is built-in to the multi-sensor and photo-electric units; a unique remote programmer unit enables the sensitivity to be adjusted, maintenance dates to be read and written to the device, chamber contamination levels to be read and th... [more]

Semple wins CCTV contract
posted on 06/12/2002

Semple plc, the mechanical and electrical (M&E) engineering business, has been awarded £300,000 of contracts from two Scottish councils to install and upgrade security and smoke detection systems. Glasgow City Council has appointed the newly restructured company's Security and Turnkey division to supply, install and test door access control and CCTV systems for four 'low-rise, mini-multies' consisting of 120 dwellings in the city's Acre Drive. Each of the dwellings will also be fitted with standalone smoke detection units and the ongoing regeneration work will also include supply and installation of 36 lighting columns to illuminate the surrounding campus. The door access control and CCTV systems are being installed as four standalone systems which will be linked to a new purpose built concierge station where all monitoring equipment will be located. The systems will then be subsequently transmitted via BT network to the Central Concierge Control at Lyndale Crescent in Glasgow. ... [more]

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