Components of a BDA System

Components of a BDA System

A BDA system or bi-directional amplifier system is also known as a signal amplifier. It amplifies the radio frequency simultaneously in two directions. The signal goes from an individual to the radio repeater system and also from the radio repeater system to the...
Do Fire Sprinkler Systems Need to Be Monitored?

Do Fire Sprinkler Systems Need to Be Monitored?

Fire protection and alarm systems are subject to a wide variety of regulations and so are fire sprinkler systems.  But whether or not a sprinkler system needs monitoring, specifically, is also a matter of international building code. With few exceptions, sprinkler...
Addressable Fire Alarm System?

Addressable Fire Alarm System?

We are increasingly seeing building designers and fire jurisdictions requiring the installation of addressable fire alarm systems.  To understand why an addressable system may be preferred, it is important to understand the differences between fire alarm systems used...