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| 01 Oct 2007
A Detectomat radio, wire-free Fire Alarm system enabled contractors to carry out major refurbishment of a store unit for Primark in the Harpur Centre, Bedford whilst business continued in the remainder of the centre.
The shopping centre sprinkler system had to be disconnected during the refurbishment so the insurers, Wills Ltd of London, required the use of an automatic fire detection system for the duration of the contract.
In response, contractor Styles & Wood, specified a Detectomat radio fire alarm system. The system, consisting of two 6-zone panels and 103 heat alarm plus call points, was installed in just four days, quickly and cost effectively providing 24-hour coverage.
The system was also interfaced into the main shopping centre’s fire detection system so that an early warning could be given in the event of an emergency.
It was in situ for over 30 weeks without faults and had significant financial benefits – including dispensing with a whole shift of the manned security team. And when the refurbishment project is completed, the contractor can benefit from reusing the system for future projects.
This project demonstrates the clear benefits from using radio, wire-free fire alarms to provide temporary fire cover on construction sites and the potential for replication is vast. |
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