Rafiki Twinflex Multipoint ASD Detector Automatic Calibration
To ensure the detection capabilities of the Multipoint are never compromised it self-calibrates every 6 hours. It continuously monitors for dust contamination, until, over a period of time, depending on the environment, it reaches a point where the chamber becomes saturated. Before this can develop into a false alarm situation, the panel will indicate that […]
Introduction to Fire Alarm Systems
Fire alarm systems are used to detect a fire, and to signal a warning alarm to the appropriate source. In general, there are 3 types of system; Manual Fire Alarm Systems – which relies on manual call points to signal an alarm Life Protection Fire Alarm Systems – these are designed to protect the occupants […]
Rafiki Twinflex Multipoint ASD Detector Stealth Chamber
The method of optical scatter fire detection is well known. Sensors comprise an optical emitter and a receiver positioned in a sensing chamber. The emitter and receiver are positioned such that there is no line of site between them, although some light from the emitter does reflect on the walls of the chamber and into […]
The revolution will be televised!
With an aim to increase awareness of our product range we have recently launched our very own YouTube Channel where we will be uploading a series of videos. These will cover everything from introductions to fire alarm systems, the various standards to which a fire alarm system must be designed and product specific videos which […]
Rafiki Twinflex Multipoint ASD Detector available shortly
Building upon the popular Twinflex Multipoint Detectors, Rafiki have launched a new Multipoint ASD Detector range which offers the following principle features. Three smoke detectors Three heat detectors Combined smoke/heat detector Full alarm sounder Strobe End-of-line device/loop isolator In addition the new ASD Detectors benefit from a new ‘Stealth’ Optical Chamber Design, Multi-Criteria Detection and […]
BBC Casualty supplied with Disabled Toilet Alarm Pull Cord for use as prop
We recently supplied the BBC with a Disabled Toilet Alarm Pull Cord for use as a prop in a forthcoming episode of the BBC’s long running hospital drama Casualty. Diabled Toilet Alarm Pull Cords are available to purchase individually or as part of one of four Disabled Toilet Alarm Kits. Huvo(formerly Discount Fire Supplies) sell […]
Protect your cigarette smoke detector with an anti-vandal cage
As one would expect cigarette smoke detectors are prone to physical abuse by those who persistently wish to smoke in areas where smoking is deemed forbidden. Although our Puff Alert cigarette smoke detectors come complete with an anti-tamper peg which locks the detector to it’s base, this is still vulnerable to brute force. As such […]
Google Checkout payment gateway now supported
We are pleased to now offer the Google Checkout payment gateway as an option to all new and existing customers. Huvo (formerly Discount Fire Supplies) sell a range of fire alarms, fire alarm accessories and much more. Browse our online shop or contact us for a quote today.
Simplicity Micro Fire Alarm System & Secure Micro Sounder Bases, the cost effective option for systems requiring a sounder and/or flasher with each detector
The Securetone Micro addressable sounder and combined sounder & flasher bases have been designed for use with the Simplicity Micro Addressable Fire Alarm System. The bases act as an interface between the Simplicity Micro Addressable Fire Alarm Panel and Zeta Conventional Fire Alarm Detectors (these can be either smoke, heat or combined). This will offer […]