Ongoing Fire Alarm Service

Building owners are responsible for creating an environment that protects all occupants from the threats of fire, smoke, and harmful emissions. Local authorities require that buildings be equipped with regularly tested and maintained fire safety devices.

Maintaining fire alarm systems is not a job for the building’s regular maintenance staff. Only fully trained and certified experts of a reputable fire safety company are qualified to inspect, test, and repair these very delicate instruments.

Ongoing Maintenance Program

Over time, parts wear out, dirt and grime will accumulate, and integrated systems can be interrupted. In these cases, a malfunction is likely to occur when the system is most needed. A system failure can have dire repercussions when precious time might be lost.

As with any other equipment, preventative maintenance is far more economical than waiting for a breakdown that would require emergency repair. Fire detection systems are no different.

For example, many smoke detection devices are delicate instruments that work with a precisely directed beam of light so when smoke enters the chamber, the light beam is refracted which will then trigger an alarm. If dirt accumulates in the chamber, the sensor may not react appropriately. Other sensor and notification devices will malfunction as well without proper ongoing maintenance and testing.

Cleaning sensors, replacing worn parts, testing, and reprogramming systems are all part of a proactive preventative fire alarm service. Only experienced and licensed technicians have the training and the right tools to bring the entire system into proper working order.

Annual Inspection

Local fire authorities and OSHA require at least annual testing of fire detection systems. A certified fire safety company will perform a detailed inspection and provide the building owner with the necessary certification to verify the systems are in perfect working condition.

In high-rise buildings, the requirement to maintain the building’s fire detection systems is essential.

High Rise Security Systems (HRSS) Maintenance Programs

In the Chicago area, HRSS has been providing expert fire alarm services to high-rise buildings for over a decade. As a designer and installer of state-of-the-art fire safety systems by companies like Notifier by Honeywell, HRSS cooperates closely with building owners throughout the region to keep their systems well-maintained.

HRSS will work out an economical, ongoing maintenance and inspection program to provide peace of mind for building owners and managers. Reducing risk by maintaining a clean and operational system is a critical responsibility.

What Makes a Fire Safety Company Excellent?

Excellent fire safety companies wear many hats. They are fire detection system designers, precision installers, dedicated testers, on-the-spot maintainers, and vigilant monitors. Two particular elements are required to be a top-notch fire alarm and safety company. They are:

1. Highly trained, dedicated and certified personnel devoted to preserving the lives and welfare of the occupants of the buildings they service.
2. The most sophisticated, state-of-the-art detection and notification systems available.

While these prerequisites seem like an oversimplification, not every company can qualify.

High Rise Security Systems in Chicago

High Rise Security (HRSS) is a Chicago-based company with a 30-year combined record of success and optimal performance. Experts in what they do and proficient in how they do it, HRSS is a supplier of fire detection systems for many hospitality, commercial, and educational facilities throughout the region. These high-occupancy facilities range from sprawling campuses to multi-story structures.

HRSS is UL and NICET-certified, and technicians are trained in the installation, programming, and maintenance of highly technical equipment.

Design, Install, Maintain, and Monitor

No all fire safety companies offer full-service fire detection systems combined with physical security systems that include access control. During the design phase, HRSS technicians can integrate the fire and smoke detection systems with a centrally monitored access control and CCTV surveillance system.

Design phase involves studying the building plan to locate the right equipment in the appropriate places. Proper fire system designs provide instant notification and efficient evacuation instructions in case of an emergency.

Installation is more than placing and wiring. Each device in the system must be securely programmed and connected to the control panel and the building’s monitoring location. All elements must be integrated and tested to ensure operational proficiency before commissioning. The fire safety company will guarantee the building permits will be issued.

Ongoing maintenance is a critical service. HRSS offers an affordable maintenance and testing program to ensure that all systems work and the control panels are operable. Parts wear out or are sometimes affected by dirt, grime, or impact. Regular testing is essential.

Fire alarm monitoring service is important to protect occupants and buildings. Programmed to alert the monitoring service in case of danger, this feature is a necessary safety component to assure quick response by local fire and police agencies. HRSS monitoring is handled by well-trained and dedicated professionals 24/7 365 days a year.

Fire and Safety the HRSS Way

High Rise Security Systems has been protecting businesses in the Chicago area for many years. The company’s portfolio of clients includes hospitals, hotels, universities and schools, commercial buildings, and large residential buildings. As a result, millions of citizens depend on the professionalism and vast experience of HRSS experts to protect them from fire and other security issues.

HRSS is NICET (National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies) and UL-certified. This fire safety company represents all of the leading edge manufacturers of smoke, gas, fire and safety systems.

Whether buildings are high-rise residential, office structures, sprawling university campuses or hospitals, HRSS technicians design, install, service, and monitor the most efficient detection and notification networks available.

Design Process

Using CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Technology, HRSS technicians design an entire building in AutoCAD format. Their simulation allows the experts to determine the best number and location of sensors and notification devices plus networking capabilities to ensure quick response and evacuation.

Notifier by Honeywell

Networking Notifier by Honeywell control panels with all sensors and alarms within the complex allows for central monitoring and instant remote notification. Sensing danger, the control panel can be wirelessly connected to activate directional evacuation signs, alarms, recorded messages, strobe light warnings, and a range of peripheral devices.

Installation and Ongoing Maintenance

High Rise Security experts will install, program, and test the systems to ensure proper operation. The system will be duly commissioned for the final inspection by local fire authorities. Proper installation and testing are required to receive the permit for occupancy. Delays due to improper installation can be expensive.

To continue to ensure the safety of occupants and assets, HRSS technicians will perform ongoing maintenance for the systems. The purpose of the regular maintenance program is to protect against malfunction due to the accumulation of dust and grime, wearing out of parts, or any physical abuse resulting from equipment or human contact. Systems should be tested regularly and repaired by experts as needed.

Meeting Local Agency Requirements

OSHA and authorities throughout the country require documentation of inspection and testing to be conducted at least annually by a certified fire safety company.

Access Control and Surveillance

Access control and closed circuit surveillance are also elements of fire and safety protection that may be installed and maintained by High Rise Security Systems. These can be integral parts of the overall monitoring systems.