Clearing the Smoke

Addressing common misconceptions engulfing fire alarm systems

There's no doubt that recent global events have created a greater awareness of life safety and security issues associated with commercial buildings, resulting in more low-voltage special systems being incorporated into overall design criteria. Today, fire alarm and detection systems are installed almost routinely not only in new construction, but also in retrofit projects associated with the remodeling

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Anonymous (not verified)
on May 6, 2013

An excellent explanation of the alarm system. Thanks

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