Local Fire Alarm Company Vs. National: The Pros & Cons

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The local security companies (us included) are often overlooked because we can’t compete with big national companies to advertise and get your attention. Often when we talk to business owners, they were not aware local companies had the same if not better technology!  We may be slightly biased, but we see first hand how big…

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Understanding Fire Safety in Churches, Temples, Mosques, and Synagogues

Understanding Fire Safety in Churches, Temples, Mosques, and Synagogues

Houses of worship, whether they be churches, temples, mosques, or synagogues, serve as sanctuaries for spiritual gatherings and communal worship. Ensuring the safety of congregants within these sacred spaces is paramount. In this article, we delve into the stringent fire protection requirements outlined by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and explore the measures necessary to uphold fire safety in places of assembly.

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When Is Fire Alarm Monitoring Required?

When Is Fire Alarm Monitoring Required?

If you are already aware of how fire alarm monitoring works and how it protects your commercial property and its occupants, then you are on the right track. The next important step is to know when fire alarm monitoring is required. 

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How Do You Determine a Fire Alarm Zone?

How Do You Determine a Fire Alarm Zone?

Fire alarm zones are classified zones made by dividing different areas or spaces within a building into their own separate sections. Devices are then added to those spaces as part of a fire alarm system. The number and type of devices used in each zone depends on the characteristics of the zone itself. Each panel has a different set of tasks they can carry out, which will vary according to what they can do in their own areas. 

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Advantages of Cellular Over Traditional Phone Lines in Fire Alarm Systems

Advantages of Cellular Over Traditional Phone Lines in Fire Alarm Systems

Today, it’s more common for cellular devices to be used as a phone system for most businesses. As a result, traditional phone lines are becoming a thing of the past. Fire alarm systems have been using traditional landlines for communication purposes for generations, but many traditional phone systems are going through big changes to adjust to a more modern era of technology.

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