Product Spotlight – OSID Reflective Smoke Beam Detector
Reflective optical beam smoke detectors use a projected beam of light to detect smoke across large areas. They are best suited to large, open areas where standard point smoke detectors would be ineffective or uneconomical. Optical beam smoke detectors work on the principle of light obscuration. A reflective optical beam smoke detector incorporates a light […]
VESDA In-Line Filter Advantages
The production and handling of certain materials can create a harsh or dusty environment. Industrial dust, or process dust, is generated during the manufacturing or production process. This does not just include dust from cutting, drilling, grinding or sawing but can also include dust that breaks out from materials, chemicals or ingredients used in the […]
Product Spotlight – Crisis Type A Fire Telephone
Emergency Voice Communication (EVC) systems are used as a backup to traditional radio systems used by emergency services; they provide two-way communication between the outside world and those inside a building that may require assistance with evacuation during an emergency. An EVC system typically consists of a central location point with a number of outstations […]
The Stages of a Lithium Ion Battery Failure
Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries are used in a variety of applications. They can be used to power anything from small portable devices to vehicles and backup power systems. Li-ion batteries provide high-capacity energy storage and can release energy in a very controlled manner. It is for this reason that they are becoming increasingly popular for many […]
Product Spotlight – Wi-Fyre Wireless Optical Detector
Wireless fire detection systems have been available for some time now. Modern wireless technology provides a reliable, easy to install battery powered solution for temporary or permanent applications. The biggest advantage of wireless fire detection is that it is completely wire-free; it eliminates the need for lengthy cable runs, can be installed without causing too […]
