General Introduction

The R3 control system has evolved from over two decades of practical experience from some of the most prestigious developments in the UK and overseas. It represents the most flexible and versatile solution to major fire alarm system requirements available today.

Each system is purpose-built from standard 19 inch rack mounted modules to meet exact system requirements. Modules are available to provide control and monitoring of any combination of analogue and conventional detection, gas detection, gas and water based extinguishing systems and associated automatic and manual plant control requirements.

The Benefits of Large Centrally Controlled Systems

The rack mounted format fits easily into the control rooms of large industrial or commercial complexes. These environments require full information of the total fire system to be available centrally in order that action can be taken immediately by informed control room personnel.

System Design

Because each system is purpose-built, the design is dictated by the precise system requirements, not by the limitations of manufacturers’ standard equipment. The 19 inch rack mounted modules can be either assembled in swing-frame cabinets or in chassis form for mounting into clients’ own racking system.

Flexibility

The modular design makes it easy to modify and extend the system, accommodating design changes introduced during the contract period or later. Further flexibility is provided by our outstations. Details available on request.

Integration

Because the 19 inch rack format is universally accepted, it is possible to accommodate peripheral control systems such as public address, security and closed circuit television within a common control enclosure. Topographical mimic panels may be added to the front of the rack or positioned elsewhere.

Simplicity

System information can be presented via any combination of our computer-based alarm management system, repeater panels and mimic displays which are purpose-built to suit specific requirements.

Adaptability

Minor system alterations are all site programmable, resulting in minimal disruption and "down-time" when changes are required.

Cost-effectiveness

The modular format enables us to provide our client with exactly the facilities required, thereby keeping costs to a minimum.

Ease of Maintenance

Even though no two systems are likely to be the same, the basic modular design facilitates ease of maintenance. Site level maintenance is reduced to location and replacement of defective modules.

Networking

On very large sites, these panels may be combined in a network. On a network, each panel is capable of acting as a separate self-contained unit whilst releasing information about each event, onto the network loop. Each panel is also programmed to listen to the other panels and respond selectively to network data.