Case Studies

PEACE OF MIND

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FIRE DETECTION SYSTEMS

Drax offers expertise in all types of fire detection and alarm systems from simple conventional through to complex networked multi-loop panels.
FIXED EXTINGUISHING

For the protection of valuable assets, equipment or documents, Drax offers a comprehensive design, installation and maintenance service. Room integrity testing is also available.
VOICE ALARM SYSTEMS

Proven to be the most effective evacuation solution, voice alarm provides clear instructions to occupants in an emergency situation.
FIRE LEGISLATION COMPLIANCE

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FIRE RISK ASSESSMENT

Most non-domestic buildings must now have a current Fire Risk Assessment. If you need one or your current one needs updating, we can help.

Below you will find case histories describing how Drax solved a particular issue or problem. Ask Drax how we can help you find a solution to your needs.

Drax has successfully undertaken a wide variety of system ugrades or enhancements, new system installations and currently maintains fire detection and alarm systems on behalf of many prestigeous clients.

Colchester General Hospital

With Drax's help, CHUFT upgrades it's fire detection and alarm control equipment to Kentec's latest Syncro analogue addressable panels. Primarily to enable the Trust to benefit from the latest technology available for the Apollo Fire Detectors Discovery range including reducing unwanted fire signals, loop powered beacons and sounder technologies. More info:

Reducing unwanted fire signals

Guys & St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust can now manage and view the maintenance activities undertaken by it's fire alarm maintenance contractor on line using Drax's innovative new IRIS service management tool which is entirely web based. Work orders are allocated using a browser based tools which are then sent electronically to the field technician. Once the work is completed, the technician completes a 'soft' copy docket for signature by the customer. Completed service calls are viewable on-line as are a range of reports enabling the customer to check on progress and performance against SLA's. Read more:

System extension in occupied premises

After a competitive selection process, Freshfields Bruckhaus Derringer LLP chose Drax to upgrade their fire detection and alarm system at their prestigeous Fleet Street offices in London. Working in an occupied building always presents challenges but Drax was able to complete the works with the minimum of disruption to staff on time and within budget. Read more:

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