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Addressable Fire Alarm Systems
Addressable fire alarm systems utilise advanced communication technology to provide detailed information and control over individual devices connected to the central control panel.
Each device such as smoke detectors, manual call points and other input/output devices have their own unique address or identifier which is assigned via software or hard addressed at the device (depending on the brand) . This allows the control panel to identify the exact location of an alarm event and to communicate with individual devices for maintenance or troubleshooting purposes.
The control panel also receives detailed information about the status of each device, such as if it's in alarm or normal operation, if it's been tampered with or if it needs maintenance. This allows for efficient management of the system and the ability to pinpoint the source of the problem.
Addressable systems also allow for programming and zone management, which allows for specific areas of a building to be designated and managed separately. They also support integration with other building safety systems.
While addressable systems are more advanced and flexible than conventional fire alarm systems, they are also more complex to install and maintain. They typically require more specialised training for engineers, and may require additional components such as communication modules and software.
Addressable fire alarm panels allow individual identification and communication with each connected device, such as fire detectors, manual call points, and sounders. They use a digital communication protocol to provide detailed information about the location and status of each device. This allows for faster identification and response to a fire emergency, as well as easier troubleshooting and maintenance of the system. Addressable fire alarm panels typically have a larger capacity for connected devices and offer more advanced features compared to conventional fire alarm systems, therefore are more suited to larger installations and networked fire alarm systems.
Addressable smoke and heat detectors are more advanced sensors that can be individually identified and located on a fire alarm system. They communicate location and status of a fire event to the fire alarm control panel using an advanced communications protocol, allowing for faster and more effective response to a fire. Unlike conventional fire detectors that simply send an alarm signal covering a general zone area, addressable detectors provide detailed information specific to each individual device to help determine the source and extent of a fire.
Addressable manual call points are fire alarm activation devices that communicate directly with the central control panel on an addressable fire alarm system. Each manual call point is assigned a unique address, allowing the control panel to determine the exact location of the activated call point. This provides more detailed information about the source of the fire and enables a more precise response. Addressable manual call points are typically used in commercial and industrial buildings and are designed for easy activation in case of a fire emergency, typically by pressing a resettable plastic element to initiate the alarm.
From £1.51 Inc VATAddressable fire alarm sounders and visual devices are devices that produce an audible or visual alarm signal in response to a fire alarm activation on an addressable fire alarm system. Each sounder and visual device is assigned a unique address, for easier identification. Addressable fire alarm sounders and visual devices can be programmed to produce different alarm tones, volumes or beacon flash rates, and some can also be used to provide verbal evacuation instructions in an emergency.
From £1.18 Inc VATWe stock a complete range of accessories for addressable fire alarm systems including detector bases, isolators, remote indicators, programming tools, interfaces, spare keys and installation aids.
