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Fire detection for stadia

The Bosch FPA 5000 Modular Fire Detection system was commissioned recently at the Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria. Loftus Versfeld Stadium is the home of the Bulls rugby team.

Thanks to the modular configuration, the FPA5000 Modular Fire System was easily adapted to local circumstances at Loftus. Its modular configuration allows for easy extension, easy adaptation to country-specific regulations and conditions, complete set-up with up to 46 modules per control panel and interconnection of up to 32 panel controllers and remote keypads.

Bosch Security Systems sub-Saharan Africa, through its Fire Installer Partner Programme (FIPP), strives for Technical and Operational excellence. Through the Bosch Security Academy, installers complete the required certification and training at Bosch Security’s head office in Midrand.

Michael Howard, MD of Bosch Security Systems Sub-Saharan Africa says, “Bosch is proud to have been awarded the opportunity to have our Fire range of products installed at the prestigious Loftus Versfeld Stadium, in conjunction with Aurecon Engineers and IFS (Integrated Fire & Security).”

The stadium manager, Hugo Kemp, says, “Every avenue relating to life-safety is meticulously considered at Loftus. In the case of fire detection, it was most important to have a best-of-breed product. The Bosch Fire detection panel offers a number of advantages, one being its expandability in that it is able to cater for our immediate requirements while remaining flexible enough to expand as we require, without the need for additional panels to be installed.

“It is clear and simple user interface ensures ease of use with only basic training, minimising operator errors. The panel is also able to interface to our other security systems to create a holistic security system, allowing our visitors the peace of mind to enjoy their events to the fullest. Bosch’s future-proof design, the fact that they have enjoyed a local presence for over 100 years in South Africa and that their equipment is covered by a three-year warranty, made the purchasing decision an easy one indeed.”

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