Medical facilities should choose addressable technology. If there’s ever a time when there’s a fire or other emergency, clear communication is key to ensuring the safety of everyone in the facility, including patients, workers and visitors. People need to be able to hear messages quickly and clearly so they know what to do in the… Read more »
Posts Categorized: Fire Alarm Systems
What Type of Fire System Initiating Device Should My Business Have?
Few things are more gratifying than watching your professional dreams come true and becoming your own boss by owning your business. However, being the boss also comes with great responsibilities, including doing everything you can to protect your commercial building from fire. The Basics Business Owners Should Know About Commercial Fire Alarm Systems Depending on… Read more »
The NFPA Urges Commercial Buildings to Maintain Life Safety Systems During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Tragically, the COVID-19 pandemic has led to over 20,000 people losing their lives worldwide, and that number will only increase. In the United States and in many other countries, non-essential businesses have been forced to either shut down or continue their operations remotely, as employees work from home to avoid sharing germs. As such, buildings… Read more »
How Businesses Can Avoid False Warnings From Their Fire Alarm Systems
When you have a fire alarm system installed inside your business, you want to make sure it’s ready to spring into action at any sign of danger. You don’t want your system to take too long to alert you and others in your building about the presence of smoke or fire. Nevertheless, at the same… Read more »
Why Are Pull Cover Station Covers Important?
If you have a fire alarm system installed in your commercial building, you likely have pull stations that are connected to your system strategically positioned throughout it. In the event of a fire, these pull stations can be used to send your fire alarm system springing into action. By simply pushing and then pulling on… Read more »
Monitored vs. Standard Fire Alarm Systems
When you install a fire alarm system inside your commercial property, you’ll have the option to choose either a standard fire alarm system or a monitored fire alarm system. Before you decide on one over the other, you should take the time to educate yourself as far as how each of them works. It’ll help… Read more »
What Are the Advantages of Businesses Having Hardwired Fire Alarms?
What are the advantages of businesses having hardwired fire alarms instead of wireless ones? Two Power Sources Hardwired systems rely on not one but two power sources: electrical power and battery power. That way, if one of those sources fails, the other takes over and the alarm still works. With wireless fire alarms, they’re usually… Read more »
Tips to Saving Money When Installing Fire Alarms
Fire alarm installations can be an investment for commercial companies. Although the initial investment can be intimidating, it’s necessary to understand the importance of installing the appropriate alarms. We know that money can be tight, so we’ve curated 3-steps to a cost-effective fire alarm installation. Know the Necessary Building Information It’s essential to know the… Read more »
Does My Business Need to Replace or Upgrade Its Fire Alarm System?
Does your business need to replace or upgrade its fire alarm system? Since fires are a danger that could happen at any moment, and can destroy valuables, property and people’s lives, a fire alarm system is an integral part of any commercial building– a must! Age of System Since fire alarm systems don’t last forever,… Read more »
Tips for Ranking Commercial Fire Alarm Systems
Are you thinking about installing a new fire alarm system in your business sometime soon? Before you do, you should sit down and rank all of the systems are available to you. By doing this, you’ll give yourself the best opportunity to pick out the right option for your company. You’ll feel confident in your… Read more »