Bosch Security integrates the fire detection center with public address and voice evacuation into an IP interface

The new IP interface from Bosch Security integrates the FPA-5000 modular fire detection center with the Praesideo digital public address and voice evacuation system.

One more step in the integration of security systems is to Bosch Security Systems with the development of a new IP interface that integrates the latest in fire protection for the connection of the FPA-5000 panel with the company's Praesideo digital public address and voice evacuation system.

In addition to hardware, There is also a software version that allows Praesideo to connect to the FPA modular fire detection panel via the Ethernet port of the MPC controller.

The fire detection center and the evacuation system are connected via Ethernet, which leads to such important benefits for customers, such as not having to install additional hardware modules and complex wiring, with the consequent savings in time and cost in installation.

Another important advantage is that the risk of deploying incorrect wiring is eliminated., since only one Ethernet connection is required instead of the multiple cable connections that were usually needed.

Besides, thanks to the extensive number of diagnostic functions, there is a continuous and fast analysis of the connection status, resulting in clear feedback. In the event that it is necessary to expand the system, Another of its benefits is that rewiring the hardware connections is not complex.

The latest version of Bosch Security's FPA-5000 modular fire detection panel offers these functionalities, since it equips an IP communication interface to the Praesideo digital public address and voice evacuation system, ensuring an easy-to-use connection between systems.

As the company points out, With this development “security is put at a higher level, since the connection is continuously monitored. In case of loss of communication, the system reestablishes the connection automatically, while error messages are displayed on each alarm panel”.

This IP communication interface complies with the EN standard 54, and is an ideal solution for large installations that require numerous control points or for environments as complex as airports and railway stations., as it can also connect to an existing third-party building management system via OPC or via a software development kit.