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As fire alarm system technology has developed considerably in recent years, the decision on which fire alarm will best suit your premises isn’t exactly simple. To help you make the right choice, here is a simple guide to different kinds of fire alarm systems and deciding on the best solution for you.
Conventional alarm systems are the fire alarm of choice for the majority of smaller properties. Conventional systems are wired, and simple to install, and allow for fire alarms to be installed in multiple zones, helping you to know which area of a building a fire or smoke is located.
Conventional systems can be a simple, cost effective solution to suit many small buildings, including homes and small business premises.
Analogue addressable fire alarms are widely used in larger buildings where a conventional system is unsuitable. For example, an addressable system is very useful where a building has a large occupancy, or where there are certain areas where false alarms would be likely with a conventional fire alarm system, for example, in a building where smoke and heat is generated as a result of industrial processes.
Addressable fire alarms allow for much more flexibility and control than conventional systems. As a result, analogue addressable alarms are more expensive than conventional fire alarms.
Just a few years ago, wireless alarm systems were viewed as extremely temperamental and unreliable, however, with advances in technology, there are many benefits in choosing a wireless fire alarm system.
Modern wireless fire alarms are just as stable as wired systems. The key advantages of wireless systems is that they function in the same way as addressable systems, but they are wire free, allowing for simple installation, with no damage to internal structures.
Should you need to extend your fire alarm system at a later date, devices can be added onto the system with relative ease. Wireless fire alarm system panels can also be added on to an existing wired system to upgrade the alarms without the disruption of running extra cables.
By talking to a specialist fire and smoke alarm installation company in Hampshire, you can benefit from expert advice and rest assured that you will make the right choice. To arrange for a free no obligation quote for a high quality fire alarm system, simply call First Contact Fire and Security on 02380 410 610 or contact them via www.firstcontactfireandsecurity.co.uk.
