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Unrivalled protection from cutting edge equipment
We have been installing fire alarms in Manchester for many years and offer a high quality, professional service to all our customers.
To stand out from our competitors, we install processor enhanced detectors as standard. An on-board microprocessor ensures the optimum detector sensitivity is maintained without giving rise to false alarms. Regardless of whether the control system is addressable or not, it gives intelligent detection. Early warning high sensitivity laser systems are ideal for critical applications where even trace smoke is unacceptable or in high air flows where traditional smoke sensors are inadequate.
We install Addressable Fire Alarms
We Install Conventional Fire Alarms
We install Specialist Fire Alarms
1 in 4 companies never recover from a fire
How confident are you that your fire alarm will work in the event of a fire?
Who is your responsible person?
Do you work with a certified company for regular alarm checks?
Is your system suited to your premise and industry?
What to consider when choosing fire alarms:
legal requirements of the building.
how accurately you need to pinpoint the location of a fire.
your budget.
the size of your premises.
the type of building.
how quickly the alarm needs to be raised.
Your fire alarm system must also conform with British Standards BS5839.
We provide a professional installation and design service. Completed with minimal mess and disruption while your business continues operating. Giving you peace of mind that you are compliant with the latest legislation and fire safety laws.
We offer our services to large commercial premises but also have customers with smaller bed and breakfast premises. Every customer is important to us, we offer our services for domestic and commercial uses.
Nothing successful ever started without a plan, and a Fire Risk Assessment is just that. However, in order to understand where you need to be, we first must understand where you are. Our team of highly experienced assessors, can identify your current status, providing detailed recommendations to improve the fire safety of your building.
This includes:
Potential hazards that could lead to a fire. For instance, combustible materials too close to a heat source or faulty electrical fittings.
Highlighting gaps in fire safety practices. For instance, extinguisher coverage or missing signage.
Steps to take to limit the effects should a fire occur. For instance, automatic door closers and fixed suppression systems.
Systems suited to your needs
Early warning fire detection
Quality fire alarm systems
Our BAFE accredited team can offer a complete design, install and maintenance service.
Addressable systems indicate the general area of fault or fire, but they also give pinpoint locations at the control panel, an example of this would be "Loft 2 Top Floor FIRE". This elevates the need to go searching for the fault or fire situation and ensures that vital time is not wasted.
Addressable alarm systems will also give a pre alarm warning, this means an investigation can be started before a full alarm is sounded.
Traditional smoke sensors in hostile environments tend to not be the best solution. HARSH systems are installed when smoke detection is not suited. Traditional alarms in these environments can false activate, a HARSH system will provide effective smoke detection in both dirty and wet environments.
Contacts us to talk through your options
Conventional Fire Alarm System
Conventional fire alarms are wired using a radial method (single legs of cable). These radials wires join the main fire alarm panel and can be fire alarm zones or sounder circuits.
The fire alarm zones are radial circuits monitoring detectors and manual call points, they accommodate multiple detectors and call points.
Sounder circuits are radial circuits controlling fire alarm sounders and Visual Alarm Devices (VADS). The circuits accommodate multiple sounders, however they are generally limited to a sounder’s power consumption, and the output from the panel on each sounder circuit.
Conventional systems are fairly simple. If a fire or fault occurs, it highlights an area (on the specific zone). However. it does not identify precise locations where there could be a fire outbreak or the specific detector registering a fire/fault. It can only identify a zone. This can make fault finding time consuming for fire alarm engineers on a conventional fire alarm system. Repairs to the system can be more costly as a result of this, despite the initial cost of the devices and panel.
As a conventional fire alarm system utilises separate radial circuits for detectors and sounders, installation costs could be more than an addressable system. This is due to the cabling requirements for a conventional fire alarm system. Addressable systems often use less cable.
As conventional fire alarm systems are quite basic, the build cost is less, hence why they can be a cost effective solution for a smaller project. Generally they are cheaper to buy. These fire alarm systems are often used in shops and office settings.
Pros
- Great for smaller projects
- Cost effective and simple to use.
Cons
- Not suited to large projects
- More cabling
- Fires and faults shown in zone not exact location.
To find out more and book a free no obligation site survey please contact us
As part of the Walker Fire group of companies we can offer coverage throughout the UK and Ireland for all your fire protection needs
FIRE ALARMS INSTALLATION, SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE IN MANCHESTER
We provide a complete fire alarm service, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, to businesses across Manchester, including maintenance, installation and servicing.
We offer design, supply, installation, commissioning, monitoring and maintenance services.
Installation:
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 means 99% of business premises require some form of electronic fire alarm and detection system.
Fire authorities and insurance companies expect businesses to have a stipulated grade of alarm as part of an assessment, therefore it’s important that your alarm is right for your needs.
We provide a professional installation and design service, completed with minimal mess and disruption while your business continues operating, giving you peace of mind that you are compliant with the latest legislation and fire safety laws.
Talk to one of our team about the right alarm for your business.
Servicing and Maintenance:
Fire alarm maintenance is a legal requirement in commercial premises, and our team can take over maintenance of most types of alarm while providing great support, value and customer service.
Our 24/7 call-out service operates 365 days a year throughout Manchester and the surrounding areas, so no matter where you are, or when it is, we can help.
To comply with the British Standards your alarm needs to be serviced by a competent person at least every six months. Let us take the worry out of fire alarm maintenance for you and contact us today to discuss your fire alarm servicing needs.