An important aspect of Fire Detection is the early detection and notification of a fire, as well as the specifics to the location of a fire within a building or campus. When First Responders arrive, they need to know the exact location of the alarm, so they do not...
The ability to communicate clearly and quickly is a critical component in any emergency. Most school districts have an emergency response plan in place aimed at enabling them to respond decisively and with intent and purpose. It is recommended that these emergency...
New incentive from Federal Government could save thousands when purchasing a new system. Due to recent changes in the federal tax law, businesses and their owners can benefit from incentives introduced in the legislation for purchasing security and fire...
On Friday, Keystone Fire and Security met with City of Easton officials to demonstrate how ALPR (Automatic License Plate Recognition) technology will help to improve the quality of life for the residents of Easton. ALPR technology, deployed by Keystone Fire and Security in Allentown, Scranton and other...
Question: Did you ever stop to think about the time it takes for you to get out of your building from your desk or workspace? Maybe you work on the ground floor, maybe it’s just a short walk down the hall, or maybe you sit right near an egress from the building? But...
The National Fire Protection Association produces a series of numbered codes and standards for the life safety industry. NFPA 25 is the standard for the inspection, testing, and maintenance of water-based fire protection systems. Among other things, it details the...
Not all buildings and areas within a building are created equal. These different environments frequently require different approaches to fire protection. For example, dry sprinkler systems are specifically designed for buildings that are susceptible to freezing...
National Security Officer Appreciation Week This week celebrates our local security heroes who help keep our schools, workplaces and communities safe. Established in 2015, National Security Officer Appreciation Week is celebrated on the 3rd week of September....
You rely on your fire system inspector to make sure that every part of your system is functioning properly. Even small equipment failures can threaten your safety as well as the safety of your employees and your facility. Did you ever wonder why there is such a...
We recommend that you leave the major equipment inspections to qualified professionals, but there are things you can do to make and keep your building safe in between those inspections. These are simple measures you can take to make your facility safer for you and...
