Latin America. Fire-Lite Alarms by Honeywell Fire Systems achieved International Building Code (IBC) seismic certification for its most sought-after conventional and addressable fire alarm systems.
Vitally important systems in "critical facilities" now require this seismic certification depending on their geographic region. Fire-Lite Alarms systems and seismic packages are offered through leading safety equipment supply firms, giving installers a competitive advantage with immediate access to seismically certified fire alarm equipment.
Fire-Lite Alarms has created a seismic package that is easily installed inside its control panels to meet the seismic requirements of the IBC. The list of conventional and addressable panels, devices and power supplies certified by IBC can be found in www.firelite.com.
To achieve certification to IBC requirements, fire alarm systems must be kept "online and functional" immediately after a long series of shaking tests performed in the presence of a Certified Seismic Qualification Body are submitted.
