Ecuador. The objective of the project has been to protect the integrity of the students and administrative staff, as well as the property and equipment of the institution, through fire and anti-intrusion systems.
The Alliance Française of Cuenca is a large cultural center with an academy that has been dedicated to teaching French and promoting French-speaking cultures in Ecuador for 50 years.
The challenge was to find a comprehensive solution for a 5,000 square meter campus, without the need for wiring. The mobile constructions, the complex-shaped buildings with glass and concrete roofs, as well as the numerous visitors, added complexity to the project.
Site security
Due to the tight renovation timeline, the use of traditional wiring would have exceeded the client's schedule and budget. In that sense, the Ajax wireless system was chosen as the best alternative.
The Hub 2 Plus Jeweler, with capacity for 200 detectors, four communication channels and LTE compatibility, is the central component of the security system. This configuration allows you to connect the device to two different internet providers, via Ethernet and Wi-Fi, while having two backup mobile phone services.
This system guarantees connectivity with Ajax Cloud and the alarm receiving center (ARC) in any condition.
Meanwhile, the KeyPad Plus Jeweler facilitates local management, while the DoorProtect Jeweler protects perimeter doors and internal classrooms. MotionProtect Jeweler detectors were strategically placed in critical areas for motion detection, and StreetSiren Jeweler sirens provided both deterrence and audible notification.
Protection against the fire
FireProtect 2 (СО) Jeweler detectors protect classrooms and critical areas, complemented by the MultiTransmitter Jeweler for integration with third-party smoke detectors. Transmitter Jeweler modules adapt manual alarm call points to activate the fire alarm on evacuation routes and Relay Jeweler relays manage third-party sirens with strobe lights.
Automation scenarios in the Ajax system allow you to perform automated actions in response to alarms and security mode changes or perform them according to a specific schedule. ATS monitors the system 24/7 through the Ajax app, maintaining a connection with the alarm receiving center.
The Ajax app serves as the main interface to the system, and the Institute Director is the end user and administrator. Staff have user accounts with restricted permissions, to help them manage security modes and react to events. The ease of use and effectiveness of the app ensure the seamless integration of security-related tasks into staff routines.
“As a result, the Ajax system has met the specific needs of the Alliance Française de Cuenca, including the easy integration of third-party detectors previously installed in the building, offering a reliable, stable and effective fire and intrusion risk detection system. . The system's wireless capabilities played a crucial role in the campus renovation process. “They simplified the process by eliminating the difficulties associated with traditional wiring and guaranteed strict compliance with tight implementation deadlines,” said the manufacturing company.
