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Don’t Stress Over Finding The Right Commercial Fire Alarm System – Contact 1st Alarm
Finding the right commercial fire alarm system that satisfies the needs of your business by sorting through the many options, features and functionalities can easily overwhelm a business owner. Don’t let this happen to you, instead make life a lot simpler just by contacting the professionals at 1s Alarm. Wireless commercial fire alarm systems Wireless commercial fire alarm systems provide a business with the flexibility of making adjustments as business grows and their fire protection needs change over time. Wireless commercial fire alarm systems can easily support continuous monitoring by remote monitoring stations thus ensuring 24/7/365 protection for a business. A commercial fire alarm system provides information on each and every detector in the system. These systems can easily mean the difference between sustaining damage to a relatively small area within a facility or losing the entire structure. Modern commercial fire alarm systems Modern commercial fire alarm systems segment a building into zones which are monitored and controlled via a centralized control panel. When a detector within one of these zones is activated, a signal is sent to and received by the central control panel identifying the affected zone and location of threat. This type of notification helps direct emergency […]
Read MoreModern Commercial Fire Alarm Systems Provide 24/7/365 Unblinking Protection
Modern commercial fire alarm systems provide 24-hour, unblinking protection over your property, inventory, personnel, and customers. Commercial fire alarm systems are vital for the protection of businesses large and small. Choose the commercial fire alarm system that meets your needs In order to have the best and most effective commercial fire alarm system installed in your business you need to rely on the professionals. 1st Alarm has a dedicated team of certified professionals ready to help you determine which systems and features are best suited to your specific needs. The 1st Alarm team will help you factor in every consideration including everything from inherent threats associated with your business and industry up to and including the design and construction of the structure. 1st Alarm knows your business is unique and will ensure your commercial fire alarm system will provide optimal coverage and the highest degree of protection possible. Design, Installation, testing, maintenance and repair The 1st Alarm’s team matches the design of your commercial fire alarm system with your needs and your budget. The 1st Alarm team is there for you from the initial design phase through installation and testing. !st Alarm is also there after the initial installation to […]
Read MoreRegular Testing Of Your Commercial Fire Alarm System Helps Ensure It Will Function Properly If And When It Is Needed
Regular testing of your commercial fire alarm system helps identify flaws and faults in the system to ensure that if a fire occurs, the system will function as designed. Commercial fire alarm systems are not flawless and over time parts can wear out, sensors can become blocked, and wires come loose. Regular testing is not only a good idea, it is required by law. National Fire Protection Association Standards for testing and inspection NFPA standards require business owners to conduct numerous tests and inspections of both monitored and unmonitored systems. For monitored systems, a weekly inspection of interfaces, LED’s, etc. Each quarter, the NFPA standards require testing of switches/tamper switches. Twice a year, batteries must be tested for swelling, loose connections, and voltage. Among other things, this testing helps ensure that batteries will function properly should power loss occur. Once every year, testing must be conducted on the panel to ensure that LED’s, fuses, etc. are operating properly. Annual testing is also required on battery chargers and batteries. Annual inspections must also be conducted of horns, sirens, strobe lights, bells, and other audio elements of the system. Smoke detectors and smoke detectors must also be inspected and cleaned to ensure […]
Read MoreCommercial Fire Alarm Systems Require Regular Maintenance To Ensure They Will Function Properly When Needed
Commercial fire alarm systems are complex machines that require regular maintenance to ensure they will function the way they need to if a fire breaks out. Failing to properly maintain your commercial fire alarm systems can have serious consequences including loss of life, loss of property, and denial of an insurance claim if it’s determined that faulty maintenance played a role in the disaster. Maintenance, repair and testing of your commercial fire alarm system should only be performed by qualified technicians who know how to correct deficiencies and keep the system operational. Commercial Fire Alarm Systems Manuals Following the manufacturer’s manual for your commercial fire alarm system is crucial to maintaining each specific component and the functionality of each feature for your system. Moreover, records related to the servicing of your commercial fire alarm system can help guide maintenance personnel to known issues that may still be ongoing. As a business owner, you should expect that the older your commercial fire alarm system is, more problems might pop up that need immediate attention. Commercial Fire Alarm Systems Maintenance The first step of any maintenance program for your commercial fire alarm system involves testing and calibrating the system’s sensors. These include […]
Read MoreA Commercial Fire Alarm System Is An Investment That Provides Protection Against The Ravages A Fire Can Cause
Fires are a serious threat to any business and a reliable commercial fire alarm system is an investment that provides protection against the ravages a fire can cause. However, if the wrong commercial fire alarm system is used, false fire alarms can plague your business costing you time, money and productivity. These false fire alarms can lead to fines and worse still, the wrong system may fail to detect a real fire when it erupts and lead to a delayed response from emergency personnel. Thus, it is important to use the right system and sensors for the type of business, environmental conditions, and potential threats that are present. Preventing False Alarms Smoke detectors are notorious for causing false alarms and alone are not a sufficient method of fire detection. The effectiveness of a smoke detector can be enhanced if it is paired with a commercial fire alarm system monitoring system that can analyze the type of particles and determine whether the flow and type of particulate being analyzed establishes that a genuine threat of fire is present. Smoke detectors can also be calibrated and connected to analyze smoke density within a room. When the density of smoke accumulates to the […]
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