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ESP introduces its largest CCTV monitor to date
apitalising on the growing demand for larger monitors to display images from multiple CCTV cameras, ESP has added a new 32” LED monitor to its range. With more and more homeowners and businesses relying on multiple cameras to cover and protect
all areas of their properties and premises, the new, larger format monitor will allow them to capture and view all images on one screen, helping them to easily keep track of any movement and activity. The new monitor offers the perfect combination of 4K resolution and a widescreen 32-inch panel
size. The 4K resolution is supported through 2 HDMI ports. The monitor features in-built speakers and is supplied with a desktop stand. An additional wall mount bracket is available separately. The new 32” 4K LED monitor joins ESP’s existing range which currently comprises 18”, 21” and
23” options. It is suitable for use with ESP’s extensive analogue and IP CCTV systems, and it will also offer support for other HDMI enabled devices. ESP also offers a range of wire-free HDMI senders and receivers to offer flexible installation solutions.
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nceptor B-Lite from Ovia is a range of 4ft, 5ft and 6ft linear batten multi-current LED fittings, available in standard, microwave sensor, emergency sensor and microwave & emergency sensor versions. They are a direct replacement for conventional battens and boast many features. Safety, speed and ease of installation have been given top priority. A security wire, pre-attached to
the base of the product, allows the diffuser to be hung from the base and means the installer doesn’t have to remove the cover and place it aside during installation. The diffuser can be easily pulled apart from the steel base with the help of spring clips, allowing for quicker and easier installation. The multi-current driver, with the option for four different wattages, allows the installer to increase
or decrease the lumens, depending on the requirements for each individual application. The fitting is combined in single output and twin outputs, so there is no need for two separate units. The Inceptor B-Lite has a TP(a) rated thermoplastic diffuser and a strong IK08 impact protection
which means it is suitable for many applications. It comes with a 5-year warranty. For further information, contact OVIA on 01827 300640,
sales@oviauk.com or visit our website.
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Faster, Safer, Building Evacuations with Advanced Dynamic Safety Signage
ire and life safety systems manufacturer, Advanced, has extended its emergency lighting range with Dynamic Safety Signage (DSS) – proven to make building evacuations faster and safer.
In emergency situations, lack of information and confusion mean
people often make poor decisions. DSS uses green moving and pulsing LED arrows to clearly indicate safe exits and red LED crosses to boldly show no-go areas. This distinctive indication supports effective escape and avoids congestion at exits. DSS is ideal for settings where large numbers of people may be unfamiliar with emergency escape
routes, e.g. university campuses, hospitals, stadiums and transport hubs. The new range of signage provides different tiers of functionality making it very versatile in meeting requirements across a wide range of sites and scenarios. The lighting can be used standalone or integrated with conventional/addressable fire alarm panels
to trigger emergency lighting if an incident occurs. Cause and effect can be programmed, allowing DSS to be used adaptively. This ensures that as evacuation situations evolve, only the safest escape routes are highlighted whilst unviable exits are clearly marked as no-go areas. For added safety, DSS is also compatible with Advanced’s LuxIntelligent emergency lighting test system, making it easy to prove compliance and identify any parts of the system requiring attention. Matthew Jones, Emergency Lighting Business Manager at Advanced, said: “Research shows that
people rarely notice passive escape signage during an evacuation, preferring to follow familiar routes which are often not the safest or fastest. Advanced’s range of dynamic safety signage has been developed on the back of research into human behaviour during fire incidents. By directing building occupants to the closest, safest exits in emergencies, DSS measurably reduces evacuation time, congestion and the threat to life.” A study, conducted by the University of Greenwich, revealed that during a simulated emergency in
an unfamiliar built environment, only 38% of people noticed conventional static emergency signage. When it was replaced with dynamic signage, 77% of people noticed it and 100% of the test group went on to follow the safe exit route. Dynamic safety signage hardware consists of recessed, IP65 wall-mounted and wall/ceiling- mounted escape signs that are easy to install, can be retrofitted onto existing systems and provide a fully auto-tested system when used with LuxIntelligent, ensuring compliance with BS5266-1. DSS can be triggered manually via a key switch, or automatically by integrating with any existing fire system using simple input/output modules. Advanced offers a complete range of emergency lighting solutions, including LuxIntelligent,
the automatic, addressable, emergency lighting test system, that shows all emergency lights are compliant and functioning, with no engineer involvement required. Each panel can automatically test and monitor nearly 1,000 luminaires and is easily networked using existing wiring and lights, keeping installation costs to a minimum. The system also offers optional cloud monitoring and management via mobile and web apps.
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OMNIE WHOLE-HOUSE SOLUTION FOR DEVON BARN CONVERSIONS
he conversion of three stone-built agricultural buildings near the beautiful Devon town of Totnes is employing a full selection of renewable and low-energy
technologies from the range of Exeter based manufacturer, OMNIE, to create a comfortable living environment for the new occupants. The hundred year old buildings at Ritson Farm are being renovated and turned into highly desirable rural retreats by The Dartmouth Building Company, with the top end developer also leading the conversion work. With their names reflecting their former life, the first property completed is The Old Granary, while The Old Dairy and The Woodworking Barn are currently being fitted out. Each of the luxury homes is to be heated by an LV air source heat pump, which will be connected via multi-branch manifolds to OMNIE’s Staple underfloor heating system across the ground floors with the company’s LowBoard being specified to warm the upper levels. Then to maximise fuel efficiency and help guarantee a healthy indoor living environment, a constant supply of pre-warmed and filtered fresh air will be supplied via one of OMNIE’s Zehnder ComfoAir mechanical ventilation with heat recovery (MVHR) units. Liam Hassard – who founded the business along with Shane Hutchings in 2017, commented:
“I used to have my own plumbing and heating company and we set up The Dartmouth Building Company to develop high quality, low energy properties. We purchased the barn complex about 18 months ago during the pandemic and set about turning them into stylish homes: trying to retain the character, but refurbishing them to have very good standards of insulation and modern technology. I undertook the MCS course back in 2012 and have been installing OMNIE systems throughout my career and have got to know the local OMNIE area manager, Rob Shute, very well and he helped us design and plan the M&E for the three barns. By getting the insulation up to modern standards and sizing the systems correctly we have had the underfloor heating in The Old Granary running at a 35-degree flow temperature and the living spaces were feeling really warm - before we even had the heat recovery systems operating. Two of them sold off-plan early on in the development with one more left to finish off in phase one, but there are more buildings to be developed.” …/…2 As well as installing internal wall insulation, the vaulted roofs to the early 20th century buildings
have been fitted with 150mm of Celotex and a layer of TLS Gold Multifoil incorporating a breather membrane, while the double-glazed fenestration is manufactured from Accoya, with the treated timber guaranteeing a long life. The Totnes conversions vividly demonstrate how high efficiency heat pumps, combined with underfloor heating developed to bring the best performance from them, can heat any home and keep fuel consumption to a minimum. Coupled with the ComfoAir MVHR units, the development also illustrates OMNIE’s capabilities to design and deliver its ‘Whole-House” concept, with a nationwide specification and sales service able to assist clients with any type of application, including commercial and even the most challenging of conversions, such as old church buildings.
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