Fire-Detection systems can be signal-only, therefore with ‘human’ intervention, or automatic / manual. In the first case, with the exception of the possible deactivation of the user, the plant monitors the activities of sensors operating on various atmospheric agents (gas, smoke, carbon monoxide, etc.) 24 hours a day. When an alarm occurs there is an acoustic warning alerting the supervisors; in the case of automatic/manual system the plant is managed automatically, the system give the acoustic alarm, signal the fire and operate for a gas shut off to extinguish the outbreak in progress.
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THE CONVENTIONAL SYSTEM
A conventional system is composed of a control unit to which field devices are connected, smoke detectors, alarm buttons, sirens and optical tellers.
These devices are subdivided into different zones, depending on the size of the area where they are installed. In the event that one of these devices goes into alarm, the control unit will signal as alarm all the zone to which the affected device is connected. This type of system is suitable for small installations and when it is not necessary to individually identify the device in alarm.
Cerberus FIT conventional
Combining intelligent signal processing and easy installation for reliable fire detection and alarming
Fire protection is about protecting people and assets, securing business processes and ensuring continuity. With Cerberus™ FIT conventional, we offer reliable and cost-efficient fire protection for various applications. With approved system devices coming from one supplier you can be sure that everything has been designed to work perfectly together and when that supplier is Siemens, you can be certain that it will stay that way. The flexibility of the panels allows the system operation to be optimized for each application. The complete range of detectors means that fast reliable detection can be provided in every area.
ANALOGUE SYSTEM
An analog system composed by a control unit and field devices, the main difference being that the devices are encoded one by one, so the control unit can locate them individually, based on assigned number. Also in an analogue system, smoke and heat detectors report not only the alarm condition, but they are able to determine, for example, how much smoke there is in the room, ensuring absolute accuracy in signaling the alarm condition.
CERBERUS® PRO
With the fire safety system Cerberus PRO, you can meet any application with confidence. The fire safety system excels through fast, reliable fire detection, alarm signaling, and control. That means for you: maximum safety and optimal protection of people and assets.
Fire panels and fire terminals from Cerberus PRO are ideal whatever the size or complexity of your application. They provide a quick, comprehensive overview of all messages generated by the fire safety system. Moreover, Cerberus PRO fire panels are easy and intuitive to operate. Customizable intervention texts enable correct actions of people in charge – which is highly important especially in stressful emergency situations.
Protect people and goods. Ensure processes and continuity. This is the function of fire protection. Cerberus® PRO is a powerful system for fast and reliable fire detection, alerting alarms and plant control. The wide range of innovative products provides state-of-the-art technology with extraordinary security features. So you can be sure to make your application as satisfying as possible.
IN CONCLUSION
- Immediate protection of people and goods with self – configuration
- Central with degraded mode alarm communications even in case of failure
- Detectors and other devices with integrated line, breaks and short-circuits are easily located and proper operation is always guaranteed
- Large multi-building solutions redundancy and EN54 compliance with Ethernet network
- Remote access to Ethernet network to operate systems from anywhere
- Installing systems, ventilation stop, door control and lifts
- Some installations can be stopped only with a certain delay or if the fire is detected in a specific area
- A simple cause / effect programs are required
- The most vulnerable areas are evacuated first, followed by adjacent areas
- The phases are predefined by time functions
- Can be canceled by security personnel or firefighters
- Sophisticated cause / effect programs are required
- Smoke extraction systems and fire damper systems are activated
- Shutters, smoke control and ventilation control devices are monitored to inform the user of any failure to critical devices
- There is a need for intense programming of complex cause / effect matrices
Cerberus FIT addressable
Maximize safety in small to medium applications
Fire protection is about protecting people and assets, securing business processes and ensuring continuity. With Cerberus™ FIT addressable, we offer reliable and cost-efficient fire protection for various applications. With approved system devices coming from one supplier, you can be sure that everything has been designed to work perfectly together. And when that supplier is Siemens, you can be confident that it will stay that way. The flexibility of the panels allows system operation to be optimized for each application. The broad range of detectors means fast and reliable detection in any environment.
SIEMENS CS1115 / FC330A (OUT OF PRODUCTION)
The FC330A has all the requirements for intelligent systems. Addressing is automatic and address allocation takes only seconds. To improve security and increase speed, distributed intelligence enables detectors to verify danger signals independently.
512 addressable and 384 conventional fire detectors, regardless of type, may be connected to the FC330A fire control panel.
Commissioning, which comprises auto-addressing of all connected elements, is executed by the intelligent SynoLOOP transmission protocol. Time-consuming preparatory work such as setting dip switches, etc., is no longer necessary, providing reliable ontime commissioning.
Siemens equips all auto-addressable elements with isolators. No separate isolator has to be planned nor installed. If a short circuit occurs, the panel localizes and isolates the defective cable section. The loop system permits data flow in both directions up to the error source with optimum safety, until short-circuit is fixed. This kind of automatic isolation facilitates fire section planning, as well as adaptation to changing needs.
Expansion with various additional cards permits almost unlimited customized solutions.
SIEMENS FC 700A (OUT OF PRODUCTION)
The FC700A is a modular 4 – 16 Loop fire alarm control panel for use with SynovaTM analogue addressable devices. The FC700A can be self-contained or operate on a network of up to 16 panels, user terminal or BMS gateways.
Additional cards can be added to increase integral control functions and indication as well as to monitor up to 24 collective zones.
The system can be programmed via an off line, easy to use software tool to provide a powerful distributed system of unparalleled flexibility.
- 4 -16 Loop analogue addressable control panel
- 128 devices per loop (SynoLOOP) and up to 1000 devices per panel
- Up to 24 collective lines for SynovaTM 600 serie detectors can be connected
- Up to 16 panels, terminals or gateways can be interconnected on a peer-topeer network (C-Bus).
- Integrated emergency operation feature ensures EN54 compliance even with control panels handling greater than 512 detectors.
- For use with SynovaTM 300 and 600 series detectors
- Recognition of connected devices via device read in feature
- Superior system integrity with isolators integral to every device
- Distributed intelligence protocol removes the need for shielded cable on the detection loops
- Friendly user terminal with soft key guided system operation
- Additional LED indicators, synoptic panels and floor repeater options
- 7 integral card slots for additional 4 loop cards, 8 Zone collective card, RS232
- 7 integral card slots for additional 4 loop cards, 8 Zone collective card, RS232 card, LON interface, monitored and unmonitored control modules, network gateway, and VdS module.
- BMS interface option via ISO1745 Protocol
- Powerful programming features to fit a wide range of applications.
- 6 A / 24 VDC integral PSU with space for up to 27 Ah batteries.
AUTOMATIC EXTINCTION SYSTEM
The purpose of an effective AUTOMATIC EXTINCTION is simple: turn off the fire at birth, before any damage caused by the destruction of the protected value. It is therefore crucial to choose the extinguishing agent suitable for the specific application and risk situation. There is no universal extinguisher for any type of fire but there is a wide range of products that are ideal for the specific application.
Fire extinguishers clean, electrically non-conductive, can be used on electrical appliances as they don’t degrade electronic material. It has a high power off. The discharge takes place in 10s only and the extinction can take place in a few seconds. Thanks to the high pressure technology (10 bar at the nozzle and 42 bar in the cylinders), the switch-off capacity is much faster than conventional low pressure systems. In fact, this technology guarantees:
- The rapid diffusion of the extinguishing agent into the protected volume;
- The total evaporation of gas during discharge is due to the small size of the drops produced at the nozzle and to their rapid evaporation due to a high heat exchange;
- The perfect homogenization of the extinguishing agent in the protected environment even before the complete saturation of the environment itself.
