EVAC-ALERT Evacuation Alert System to BS 8629
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‘EVAC-ALERT’ Evacuation Alert Panel and System Components to BS 8629.
Application
Evacuation alert system suitable for use by firefighters in high-rise residential buildings to evacuate all or part of the building in an emergency.
Description
A BS 8629 compliant evacuation alert system suitable for use by firefighters in high-rise residential buildings to evacuate all or part of the building in an emergency.
Features and benefits:
- Firefighter's EACIE (evacuation control and indicating equipment) is housed in a robust vandal-resistant GERDA cabinet to STS 205 and EN 1303.
- Reliable hard-wired technology - provides additional confidence in 'system of last resort' type applications.
- EACIE panel features bright LED indicators, easy-to-operate evacuation toggle switches, a customizable ‘slide-in’ floor/zone labeling system and a concealed maintenance interface.
- Other system components include single and 4-way flat interface units, self-testing evacuation alert sounders, visual indicators and vibrating pillow pads.
- Powered by C-TEC’s powerful ‘CAST’ protocol and compatible with our ENVISION data management software.
- Enclosure lock is designed to be operated by the Fire & Rescue Service through GERDA's One Key System (covers 95% of F&RS jurisdictions).
- Easy to set up and program.
- Comprehensive sales & technical support service.
General information
Color | Grey White Red Manufacturer guidanceMain EACIE panel is grey with a red label, self-testing sounders are white or red, labels on single way flat interfaces are grey. |
Finish | Coated Guidance for specification option:
Manufacturer guidanceMain EACIE panel is coated in epoxy paint. Flat interfaces and vibrating pillow pad jack socket plates include 200 micron velvet polyester labels. Self-testing sounders have a polished ABS plastic finish. |
Material | Steel Guidance for specification option:
Manufacturer guidanceSystem component materials vary. Main EACIE panel is steel, most other system devices are ABS plastic. |
Shape | Rectangle Manufacturer guidanceAll EVAC-ALERT system devices are rectangular apart from our Evacuation Alert Sounders and VADs and vibrating pillow pads which are round. |
Length | 200 mm Manufacturer guidanceMeasurement shown is for the main EACIE panel. |
Width | 741 mm Manufacturer guidanceMeasurement shown is for the main EACIE panel. |
Height | 700 mm Manufacturer guidanceMeasurement shown is for the main EACIE panel. |
Warranty description | Three year |
Uniclass | |
CAWS | W90/120 Fire detection and alarm system |
Specification data - Fire alarm panels
Standard | To BS 8629 and STS 205 and EN 1303. |
Main display | EVAC-ALERT Evacuation Alert Panel to BS 8629 in Gerda Cabinet (EAP2/8/CA/CHASSIS + EAPBOX).Guidance for specification option: A BS 8629 compliant evacuation alert panel ideal for use by firefighters in high-rise residential buildings to evacuate all or part of the building in an emergency. |
Zone indication | Individual LED status indicators. |
Outputs | EVAC-ALERT White Self testing 100 dB Evacuation Alert sounder (BF430C/EA/SW).Guidance for specification option: Emits a clear, concise and recognizable evacuation alarm tone when triggered. Self-test functionality means access to a flat is only required if a fault is detected. Measures 108 x 99 mm. EVAC-ALERT White Self testing 100 dB Evacuation Alert sounder/visual alarm device(BF433C/EA/SW).Guidance for specification option: Emits a clear, concise and recognizable evacuation alarm tone when triggered. Self-test functionality means access to a flat is only required if a fault is detected. Measures 108 x 99 mm. EVAC-ALERT White Non-Self testing 100 dB Evacuation Alert sounder (BF430C/CC/SW).Guidance for specification option: Emits a clear, concise and recognizable evacuation alarm tone when triggered. Measures 108 x 99 mm. EVAC-ALERT Red Self testing 100 dB Evacuation Alert sounder (BF430C/EA/SR).Guidance for specification option: Emits a clear, concise and recognizable evacuation alarm tone when triggered. Self-test functionality means access to a flat is only required if a fault is detected. Measures 108 x 99 mm. EVAC-ALERT Red Self testing 100 dB Evacuation Alert sounder/visual alarm device (BF433C/EA/SR).Guidance for specification option: Flashes and emits a clear, concise and recognizable tone in an evacuation condition. Self-test functionality means access to a flat is only required if a fault is detected. Measures 108 x 99 mm. EVAC-ALERT 24V BS 5446-3 Vibrating Pillow Pad (BF320).Guidance for specification option: Can be used in conjunction with a BF320JP connection plate or BF320AB Alert Buddy unit to warn the hearing impaired of a potential evacuation alert condition. Measures 100 x 34 mm. ALERT BUDDY Stand-Alone Deaf Alert System (BF320AB).Guidance for specification option: Designed for use with a BF320 vibrating pillow pad to warn the hearing impaired of an evacuation alert condition. Works by monitoring and listening to the ambient sound in a room. When a fire alarm or evacuation alert signal is detected, Alert Buddy will flash, emit a low frequency tone and activate the pillow pad. This combination of light + sound + vibration maximizes the chances of someone waking even if they are sleeping. Measures 108 x 206 x 61 mm. Can be wall-mounted or sit on a table. Manufacturer guidanceA range of outputs are available, consult with manufacturer for details. |
Input device | EVAC-ALERT Single-Way Flat Interface (CA736).Guidance for specification option: A single way flat interface for use on a C-TEC EVAC-ALERT system. Typically located outside a flat or apartment above the door. Measures 147 x 87 x 22 mm. EVAC-ALERT 4-8 Way Flat Interface (CA737).Guidance for specification option: A four way flat interface, expandable to eight ways using a CA737PCB, for use on a C-TEC EVAC-ALERT system. Typically mounted in a riser. Measures 380 x 235 x 96 mm. EVAC-ALERT Single Gang Locking Jack Socket for BF320 (BF320JP).Guidance for specification option: Can be used in conjunction with a BF320 vibrating pillow pad on a C-TEC EVAC-ALERT system to warn the hearing impaired of a potential fire alarm or evacuation alert condition. Measures 86 x 86 x 15 mm. Mounts on a 25 mm single gang back. |
Enclosure | |
Ingress protection (minimum) | IP40. |
Material | Steel. |
Finish | Epoxy paint. |
Colour | External: RAL 9006 silver grey epoxy paint. Internal: Satin Light grey RAL7035 epoxy paint. |
Mounting | Surface. |
Sustainability data
Country of product manufacture | United Kingdom |
Material | Steel Guidance for specification option:
Manufacturer guidanceSystem component materials vary. Main EACIE panel is steel, most other system devices are ABS plastic. |
Literature
EVAC-ALERT EU Declaration of Conformity (CoC)
EVAC-ALERT Consultants Specification
EVAC-ALERT Sales Brochure
GERDA EACIE Enclosure Spec Sheet
Datasheet for C-TEC's EAP2/8/CA/CHASSIS + EAPBOX
Datasheet for C-TEC's CA737 4 to 8 Way Flat Interface
Datasheet for C-TEC's BF430C/EA/SW Self testing 100dB Evacuation Alert sounder, white
Datasheet for C-TEC's BF433C/EA/SW Self testing 100dB Evacuation Alert sounder/visual alarm device, white
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