WinGuard is the software platform for the efficient organisation of the entire corporate fire protection and security, cross-domain and vendor neutral For almost 20 years Advancis and its product WinGuard is market- and technology leader in the sector of independent security and building management systems. The PSIM+ concept integrates several non-connected security systems into one centralized, efficient organization platform. Due to the cross-domain and vendor neutral integration of security, communication and building managing technologies, WinGuard provides visual information and uniform operation for all technical systems and their intelligent integration in comprehensive security concepts as well as into the corporate IT infrastructure. By following a consistent partner-orientated strategy, Advancis has comprehensive expertise in all industrial sectors and applications. The company’s headquarters and development department is located in Langen/ Frankfurt, Germany. A strict in-house-development policy combined with thorough customer care is the base for successful and long-term business partnerships. In-depth integration – WinGuard maintains the connection WinGuard integrates – cross-domain and vendor neutral – all types of installed systems as well as data and information which is collected and processed in the context of corporate security. This information is concentrated at a uniform user interface and made available for editing and evaluation, centrally and easy to use. A variety of interfaces guarantee the compatibility with all relevant systems. In practice, the WinGuard platform is collecting all incidents from the different security, information and facility management systems. With several hundred implemented interfaces, WinGuard is not only connecting different signals, but also different operating philosophies. In contrast to many other building automation systems or operating programs which are specialized for sub-areas, WinGuard maps the data points just as people see them: as sensors with clearly defined, self-explanatory statuses. These are available in the system for further processing without any need for complicated conversion or prior adjustment. As a non-proprietary system, WinGuard does not compete with the vendors of the partner systems – an invaluable advantage with regard to cooperation and technical harmonization. Furthermore, even individual interface adjustments are provided with the WinGuard price guarantee, preventing unpleasant and expensive surprises for the customer. For WinGuard, interface integration means more than just taking over and displaying messages. The standard is a complete bidirectional connection and use of all functions enabled by the partner system up to automatic master data exchange. The integration of further information, such as data from CAD systems, CAFM (Computer Assisted Facility Management), merchandise management, human resource systems and many others is a matter of course for WinGuard in order to provide the best possible solution for security-related and organizational tasks. WinGuard can easily be integrated into all network environments. For this purpose, embedded network monitoring is available in the form of the WinGuard Inspector and various interfaces such as SNMP. Seconds are decisive in case of an alarm With its user-friendly information architecture, WinGuard is the decisive tick faster, allowing an immediate overview and response. Messages are prepared with CAD graphics, dynamic text-to-speech output and compact additional information. In case of an alarm, hierarchically structured procedures and automatic proposals support the operator in taking the appropriate actions. Always keep an eye on the critical place Views of buildings and rooms, live pictures, video recordings, personal data such as photos or additional information, device data, maintenance details – a wide range of information is available to the operator in a direct and easy to use form. A verified picture of the situation is created, and the operating staff can initiate specific countermeasures, provide specific help or can suppress a false alarm immediately in order to avoid costs. Modules which fit together – Flexibility is guaranteed Modules ensure that WinGuard is extremely flexible and well-prepared for the future, and at the same time the system allows easy operation and configuration. Modular and manageable With customised modules for specific functions, systems, procedures and industries, WinGuard also includes special requirements without overloading the basic system. Development is always focused on ease of use during daily operations and for configuration. Only a flexible and constantly maintained system fulfills the strict requirements for a perfect security organization. Extensive logging and analysis All system activities are permanently monitored. Each message, action, data flow and information piece is recorded in a locked archive. Extensive audit lists allow maintenance routines for all integrated sensors and devices, including a consistent documentation. Versatile statistic evaluation options enable cost control and procedure optimization. The results can easily be exported into an Excel file or in text format, which means that further transfer and analysis options with other tools are available. Distributed data management – Central control WinGuard’s flexible, distributed data management strategy permits a centralized integration and control of all system components via open and flexible system architecture. WinGuard also adapts to heterogeneous environments and networks without the operator having to understand the complexity behind them. Redundancy and high availability WinGuard can compensate for the failure of individual system components by ensuring that security relevant messages are processed at all times. If required, WinGuard also fulfills the highest requirements for availability and reliability with advanced hot standby strategies and location servers. In this case the entire chain of components, from the system interface to the user interface, is designed redundantly. Global networking WinGuard permits cross-location networks in which the information flow can be distributed in an ideal way to the various responsibility areas. Via the 3D rights concept, powerful tools such as end-to-end graphics capabilities, the Workflow Manager and over 25 available languages – including left to right switch – are available. This allows the facilitation of complex procedures as they are broken down into simple and easy to use operations. Mobile applications As the demands towards the services and flexibility of corporate security grow, so does the need to integrate mobile devices into the information workflow. For this purpose WinGuard offers a webserver and an iPhone app, providing operator system access on a mobile device. Efficient deployment everywhere WinGuard concentrates the experience of hundreds of installations in various sectors and applications. Starting

By Miguel Angel Coll, Fire Safety and Security, Siemens Building Technologies Business continuity is vital for data centre operation. The critical data must of course be safeguarded against cyber attacks, but the building itself and the associated infrastructure including servers must also be protected. Protecting the data centre from the threat of fire is fundamental to ensure maximum system uptime and availability. For data centre service providers such as Safe Host, this means employing effective, reliable and robust technologies that provide real reassurance to customers that their data is absolutely protected. Geneva-based Safe Host is one of the leading providers of data-centre and workplace recovery services in Switzerland. Safe Host owns a six-story building, five of which are occupied by approximately 12,000 servers and storage devices (Network Attached Storage) containing the data of more than 140 customers. The expansion of the data centre was driven by demand – the facility being equipped floor by floor with the latest technology, as and when required. For this reason, Safe Host’s building now contains different generations of fire detection and extinguishing equipment. Some floors use detectors and control panels from the older AlgoRex line, while most are equipped with devices from Siemens’ current Sinteso family. All security devices are managed using a central Siemens management station that collects information from more than 2,800 data points and visualises them on 60 graphical displays of all the floors. When protection of data is the overriding consideration, even a small electrical fire can have significant consequences; detection of any fire at the earliest possible point is therefore critical. The building is today divided into 350 fire detection zones and uses no fewer than 830 highly sensitive fire detectors from Siemens’ Sinteso and AlgoRex families. They are supported by approximately 30 aspirating smoke detectors (ASDs) that continuously analyse air in the rooms for smoke particles. This kind of aspirating detection is widely used in data centres as it provides the earliest warning of the incipient stages of a fire when cool smoke has insufficient thermal buoyancy to rise to the ceiling where detectors are traditionally located. The inability for the smoke to reach conventional detectors is often exacerbated by the large air volumes created by the computer room air-conditioning systems (CRACs), required to maintain an optimal computing environment. All detectors throughout the Safe Host building are connected to four fire control panels, supplemented by floor repeater displays. Some 50 manual call points are also installed at strategic locations and in an emergency, 65 alarm sounders ensure that the building is evacuated effectively. Advanced fire safety solutions for data centres The automatic extinguishing system meets all of the requirements specific to data centres. Solutions using water or water mist are not recommended. The moisture could potentially cause more damage to the servers’ sensitive electronics than the fire itself. For this reason, Safe Host uses a Sinorix gas extinguishing system. If the fire detectors confirm a fire, the system automatically triggers the extinguishing process. Valves on the gas cylinders in the basement of the building are opened and nitrogen, as an inert natural gas, flows through a network of pipes to wherever it is needed. There, the nitrogen displaces oxygen, depriving the fire of one of its essential components. Once the oxygen level is reduced from 20.9% to under 14% any fire is extinguished and re-ignition is impossible. This all happens in a matter of seconds and it is an effective way to extinguish both open and smoldering fires. Nitrogen also poses zero risks to human health or well-being. Today, Safe Host’s customers include international aid organisations such as UNICEF and the International Committee of the Red Cross, Swiss luxury goods manufacturer Chopard and French carmaker PSA Peugeot Citroën. Gérard Sikias, CEO of Safe Host explains: “Our customers include many international organisations, global companies and financial institutions for which a loss of data would be an absolute disaster.” “As a service provider we guarantee the safety of our customers’ valuable data by protecting them as best and as comprehensively as possible”, says Sikias. “In addition to a site with low external risks, as is the case here outside the city centre, our security concept also includes the use of best-of-breed safety and security technology from Siemens. Our entire data centre is designed for high redundancy according to the N+1 principle: This extends not only to IT, but also to essential systems such as uninterruptible power supply (UPS), emergency generators and the automatic gas extinguishing system.” System modernisation Why are a timely modernisation and smoke detector replacement so important? Often, older systems no longer meet the safety requirements currently prescribed for new installations. As time goes by, they also require increasingly intensive maintenance. Additionally, many factors change within your company – whether products, services, or working methods and processes. These aspects affect your safety needs, which is why your fire detection system requires a timely modernisation. The Sinteso Move modernisation solution comprises three phases, which means that the smoke detector replacement can be completed in several steps. This ensures minimum business interruptions and maximum system availability. Your employees, visitors and operations will be almost entirely unaffected by the smoke detector replacement. Phase 1: Gradually replace old smoke detectors with Sinteso Move detectors Existing detectors are replaced by Sinteso Move detectors, either individually or section by section. This can be performed as part of a scheduled maintenance, with no need for construction measures, as existing cables can be simply be reused. The old detectors are professionally removed and disposed of. This process an be perfomed as part of a contractually agreed Sinteso detector revision. Phase 2: Updating existing danger management system after completed smoke detector replacement All detectors have been replaced. Often, this phase involves no more than supplying your existing danger management system with a software update. This ensures that the combined monitoring and operation of your various safety systems and your fire detection system, including the new smoke detectors, is state-of-the-art. Phase 3: Modernising existing control panel structure

Kidde Fire Trainers are being used to train rookie firefighters for potentially dangerous situations Outdoor and industrial fires are one of the most frequently occurring disasters firefighters have to encounter, especially in countries with strong petrochemical industries. Occurrences like split flange fires on raised industrial platforms, exploding gas tanks or damaged tankers with leaking and burning hazardous materials are only a few typical scenarios. All firefighters – especially civil defence and industrial ones – have to be prepared to encounter these emergencies in an appropriate manner. The question every fire chief has to answer is how to prepare his fire officers for these very different kinds of situations? Traditional fire training that was conducted by burning unreliable fire accelerants such as wood, diesel, etc. does not satisfy the needs of modern fire training anymore – the needs for realistic, effective, economic, environmentally-friendly and safe training. Companies like Kidde Fire Trainers offer a simple solution for these needs: Live fire training simulators. These systems simulate typical emergency scenarios with hot fire, limited visibility and realistic sound that demand a great deal from every firefighter. They are typically fuelled by clean-burning Propane, Butane or natural gas, not only fulfilling the modern training needs but also offering several advantages beyond. Programmable training scenarios allow an interlinked start of different fire sources on certain conditions, for instance those involving an “automatic agent detection” that reacts to the amount of used extinguishing agent and decides whether a fire has been cooled down enough to stop it reigniting again. These computer-controlled scenarios can be exactly replicated for every training session offering the opportunity to record, analyze and compare training results of each trainee. Another vital addition to the training experience is their flexibility in creating different fire scenarios through various mock-ups. The use of cost-effective and easy to obtain gases ensures both an economical and environmentally friendly training option all around the globe. The fueled gases have only a minimal environmental impact on air or extinction water, allowing live burn training even in populated areas. Firefighters in countries with only limited water resources such as in the Middle East might be strongly interested in the fact that Kidde Fire Trainers have successfully delivered a water recirculation system that recycles most of the used extinguishing water for new trainings. Short preparation times for each training session play another significant role in the cost-effective conduction of trainings, enabling the operators to conduct more training sessions within a shorter period. This also promotes the relatively fast amortisation of the investment of buying a live fire training system. Industrial-petrochemical live fire training systems, as Kidde Fire Trainers classifies them, typically simulate fires at raised or even multi-story industrial platforms. They simulate a wide variety of fires, for instance tank fires (boil-over, horizontal or vertical), pump packing fires, pit fires or split-flange fires with high flames. Firefighters not only have to learn the techniques and tactics to extinguish these special types of fire, but also how to correctly approach those on a small-sized raised industrial platform. Burning fuel spill incidents are the most common occurrence of outdoor-industrial fires. The majority of which are related to transportation accidents or to leaking tanks leading to a spill of flammable liquids. It must not be forgotten that these are indeed hazardous material fires which need to be treated in a certain way. As these fire types are quite frequent, every firefighter should be familiarised with the appropriate techniques to encounter them. Fuel spill fire training systems simulate the expanding fires running on leaking liquids which take shape as large walls of fire with very high flames posing both a physical and psychological threat to firefighters. Systems like the O-series of Kidde Fire Trainers start at a relatively small area running to a larger area of up to 6 x 6 m for over 57 feet (17 m) of fire with peak flame heights of 15 m if not handled correctly. These trainers can reach temperatures up to 1100°F (593°C). To overcome infernal situations like these mentioned afore, firefighters have to follow the appropriate fire ground tactics such as: • Stopping the further flow of fuel in either shutting off the leaking system or placing a patch on the leak. • Cooling down the exposures, for example a leaking tank, while at the same time avoiding flooding the content of the tank itself. • Choosing the appropriate extinguishing agent (water or foam, type of foam, proper form of foam application technique) All of these steps can be properly trained with live fire training systems. To improve the realistic impression, additional mock-ups can be added to the scenario. These mock-ups can be either passive or active ones. Especially active mock-ups can further enhance the training experience as they combine various systems to an all complete live fire scenario. Let’s take for instance tanker/hazmat fires: Realistically simulated roadway tanker and railroad tanker accidents consist not only of running fuel spills but also of split flange fires, pressure relief valve fires or hazmat leak scenarios at the tanker fuselage. Kidde Fire Trainers systems can simulate class A, B and C fires and can be used with different extinguishing agents like water, foam (CAFS & ARFF) or CO2. In addition the systems can replicate the reactions of certain media like foam and powder even though water is actually used. To ensure the safety of trainees, the systems are certified to international safety standards by recognized test laboratories as recommended by NFPA 1402 or in accordance with the CE & DIN Standards. In addition all systems are suitably designed to counter the harsh environments experienced in different parts of the world, including the extreme and challenging ambient high temperatures experienced within the Middle East. Kidde Fire Trainers have applications, which are field-proven in such environments as Dubai, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Iraq and Doha where a site is under construction at the moment. At Kidde Fire Trainers the degree of automation differentiates the training systems in two series: While the

Mark Fletcher looks at turbines as alternatives to reciprocating engines. Primarily seeing use in marine fire fighting, turbine-based powerplants do, in fact, offer capabilities that will make them incredibly attractive to other fire-fighting scenarios. Next year, the diesel engine will celebrate its 120th birthday. Developed in 1893 by Rudolf Diesel, its general all-round capabilities have made it the powerplant of choice for a huge variety of applications and industries – including multiple instances in the world of fire fighting. In the marine sector specifically, dedicated fire-fighting boats and tenders often employ multiple diesel engines for both propulsion – increasingly coupled to generators and electric motors – and for powering fire-fighting pumps using take-off units attached to the propulsion engines. For all its popularity, the diesel engine does have drawbacks, primarily down to its size and weight. But with no significantly viable alternatives coming onto the scene in the last century, it has been sitting pretty at the top of the fire fighting powerplant pile… until now that is. The turbine concept has been around for even longer than the diesel engine, with early steam derivatives appearing in the 1840s. Like the diesel engine, turbines have made their way into multiple applications, including marine powerplants, but it is only relatively recently that they have been deployed as powerplants for fire-fighting equipment. "The initial request came from a customer 15 years ago," explains Ted McIntyre II, president of US-based Marine Turbine Technologies (MTT). "Our customer had bought a tugboat and needed more power, but they did not have room for bigger diesel. The question came up, ‘can you put a turbine on a fire pump? You’ve put turbines on other things’." From this initial request, the adoption of turbines as fire-fighting powerplants began to snowball. One thing to provide significant impetus was the steady worldwide adoption of the Fire Fighter (FiFi) standards originally developed for the oil and gas industry in the North Sea. The standards define the fire fighting capability (based on equipment and performance) for vessels deployed in oil and gas fields. As well as fire fighting equipment features such as the number of pumps, the capacity and the throw length, the FiFi standards also look at position keeping and self protection. "Until the FiFi standards were introduced it used to be ‘anything goes’, but since their introduction customers around the world increasingly ask for boats defined by their class," McIntyre explains. "To cater for these needs, we have created a FiFi package based on a 1,400hp, 300Kg turbine, supplied in a modular package. "The majority of our products have been FiFi 2 – four pumps, four enclosures and four monitors." McIntyre elaborates. "They are designed to go on the deck of an offshore supply vessel and can be up and going within just a few minutes. All unit have local panel and a remote panel in the bridge so the vessel’s captain can maintain station (DP2 or 3), this is particularly important with our pumps as each one of our pumps has a reactionary force of 5,000 pounds… we can generate 6 knots just from the force of cannons." The particular advantage that turbines offer over diesels is their power to size/weight ratio. Most modular diesel powered fire fighting modules are based on a standard shipping container in order to house an engine big enough to offer enough power. McIntyre’s turbine packages, however, can offer the same performance in a 6 x 13ft envelope. "We can get three of our pumps in the same footprint as diesel unit," McIntyre explains. Another attractive facet of these smaller, modular packages is the fact that many vessels were built before the standards were introduced, and it is very difficult to swap out their existing diesel-electric or get suitable amounts of power from diesel take off. Reliability is also paramount. The turbines are based on engines used in the Eurocoptor, so they are capable of running at extremely high rpm for up to 10,000 hours, something a diesel wouldn’t be able to do without regular remedial maintenance. "We ‘marineise’ the engines," McIntyre explains, "primarily to protect them from salt water. We have developed a solution where our engine is in an enclosure using filtered air. We have kit that has been working for 10 years. The original 22 units are still in operation." When quizzed, McIntyre does admit to a turbine’s known downside, in that it consumes more fuel, typically 30% more. But it doesn’t demand any special fuel requirements – running on ordinary number 2 marine diesel. MTT has evolved its turbine offering and is releasing what it calls a FiFi Rig Pack, which will be used to create a curtain of water to prevent gas flare-off flames blowing back onto the rig. The company is also looking to evolve its offering into other markets, exploiting the ability to draw water from 20m down and still deliver significant (1,200m3/hour) performance. Already believed to be a record, the company will be going for 30m in the near future. "It is these capabilities that lead us to believe that we can make a real difference elsewhere," McIntyre explains. "One idea we have had is to site a turbine module on top of buildings in built-up areas. With the power of our pumps, coupled to the elevation, I could see fire fighters shooting water huge distances to fight fires on neighbouring buildings. The military is also looking at them as non-lethal deterrents, as are some of the major shipping companies to deal with the escalating problems of piracy in the seas around Somalia. The ships being targeted are often extremely large and need a solution capable of pumping water from far below." The turbine-based solutions are no more complicated than their diesel peers; indeed MTT has gone out of its way to make sure that they are as user friendly as possible. Full training can be offered by MTT and both new users and maintenance personnel can be trained within a day. Turbines will

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For reliable communications on-site  3T Communications AG (3T), in partnership with its parent company Sepura, has been awarded a prestigious contract to provide a TETRA mobile communications network to AUDI AG’s headquarters and largest production plant in Ingolstadt, Germany. The superior technical solution combines 3T’s reliable TETRA infrastructure with Sepura’s market-leading terminals to ensure high-quality, consistent communications coverage over the 2.6 million m2 site. The network will operate in challenging environments, from the noisy production floor which includes the body-shop, paint-shop and assembly line, to the transmissions and emissions centre, the wind tunnel and technical development centres through to the Neustadt an der Donau proving ground. In addition to these hostile conditions, it will also be required to handle high volumes of voice and data traffic to support the company’s complex central services such as the plant fire brigade, factory security, logistics and process control communications. To meet these specific requirements, TETRA emerged as the obvious choice, and the system chosen utilises 3T’s proven and flexible eXTRAS TETRA system together with 630 Sepura radio terminals – including the award-winning, intrinsically-safe STP8X radio, the market-leading, high-performance STP8000 hand-held terminal, the powerful SRG3900 mobile radio and the world’s best-selling covert terminal, the SRC3300. The system is being developed, delivered and installed with the support of Abel & Käufl Mobilfunkhandels GmbH. “After evaluating the options, we awarded the contract based on the system that would deliver the best in terms of functionality and reliability, to fulfil both our immediate and ongoing demands.” Commented Klaus Goettl, responsible for the Radio Communication Network and Head of Automation at AUDI AG. “We believe the communications solution plays a key role in the efficiency of the production site and test tracks, and as such will help to improve our complex operations immensely.” “We are delighted to have won this significant contract with AUDI. The combination of 3T and Sepura has once again deliveed a compelling solution for industry, and the increasing integration of our two businesses will only strengthen the offering in the longer term.” said Thomas Haschberger, CEO at 3T Communications AG. AUDI AG is one of the most modern production locations in the automotive industry. The Ingolstadt plant produced about 580,000 vehicles in 2011, including the Audi A3, A4, A5 and Q5 models, and employs over 35,000 staff who all depend on reliable, secure and safe communication in extremely diverse conditions.

Become an approved Honeywell partner  Leading Merseyside firm HESIS Fire and Security has been recognised for its extensive capabilities and considerable experience in the fire industry having become an approved partner of Gent by Honeywell. Gent has been a market leader in the manufacture of fire detection and alarm equipment since the 1930s. In 2005, it was acquired by Honeywell, a company based in Morristown, New Jersey, USA, with more than 109,000 employees in 95 countries. The Gent 24 Network of Approved System Integrators are independent fire specialist companies who have been selected, trained and approved based on their excellent knowledge and experience in the fire industry. As part of this network, HESIS Fire and Security, joins only 59 other companies in the UK who have been approved to supply Gent equipment and carry out design, installation, commissioning and maintenance operations to the highest standards of workmanship. John Byrne, Operations Director, said: “We are delighted to have joined the select group of fire specialists in the Gent 24 Network. Our new status as a member of this prestigious network underlines the technical excellence of our staff and our consistently high service levels throughout all aspects of the business. “Gent by Honeywell is synonymous with quality and innovation in the fire detection and alarm industry which makes it a fitting partner for us as we are committed to providing a first-class service to all our customers from design and installation right through to commissioning and maintenance.” HESIS Fire and Security recently celebrated record growth in the first two quarters of 2012. Launched in 2007, HESIS Fire and Security has increased turnover year-on-year, achieving £1.7million at the end of July 2012. Martyn Keenan, business manager at Gent by Honeywell, said: “HESIS Fire and Security has been selected to join our Gent 24 Network of approved system integrators based on its extensive capabilities and considerable knowledge and experience within the fire industry. “The company fully demonstrated its professionalism throughout the approval process and we look forward to continued partnership long into the future.” For more information about HESIS Fire and Security call 0151 707 3234 or visit www.hesis.co.uk

Peter Crussell joined at the start of October  Peter Crussell joined the EMS board of Directors at the beginning of October, taking on the position of Sales Director.   This pivotal role is another step towards the goals set by the EMS board to take the company into new markets and grow more awareness of wireless based technology across the industry. Peter’s sales experience and knowledge across the fire and security markets place him in a unique position to help shape the future of EMS. Formerly of UTC Fire & Security, as well as Baxall and Bewator, Peter’s familiarity and understanding of customer requirements made him the ideal choice to head up EMS’s sales strategy.   Ken Bullock has taken on the newly created challenge of Product & Technical Services Director, ensuring the EMS product portfolio is both comprehensive and innovative.   John Davies, Managing Director of EMS commented; “Peter Crussell’s appointment is key as EMS executes on growth targets and expands its export market portfolio. Ken’s new role will maximize on his domain experience working very closely with Laurie Muston (Director of Research and Development) to ensure EMS product strategy is innovative and industry leading, whilst also ensuring that post-sales service for our customers remains best in class.   Chris Mulvihill, previously EMS Manufacturing Director, has been appointed as EMS Operations Director. Chris has turnkey responsibility from customer order placement, manufacturing to delivery of systems to our customers – a move we believe will strengthen our commitment in providing industry leading customer focus and care.”