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The Spectrum Solution: Fire Detection & Alarm Systems for Residential, Commercial & Special Risk Environments

Fire Detection & Alarm Systems are often necessary to meet legal requirements, satisfy insurance conditions, or support a fire-engineered solution. Beyond compliance, they are a proven way to provide early warning of fire incidents, protect property, and minimize business disruption in the event of a fire.

Spectrum is a fully certified LPS 1014 firm, by The Loss Prevention Certification Board, and approved to undertake the design, supply, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of Fire Detection & Alarm Systems.  We tailor our systems to meet a specific risk or contractual requirements, that include Care Homes, Retail Premises, Mixed Use Developments, Hi Rise, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Printing Presses, Aero Engines, Test Cells, Data Centres, Gas Turbines.

Our Solutions Include

Open Protocol Fire Detection & Alarm Systems
Hybrid Fire alarms
Wireless Fire Alarms
Sprinkler Monitoring Systems
ATEX and Special Risk Installations  Integrated Fire Detection, Sprinkler & Suppression Systems
IP Networked Fire Systems
FireCloud & Apps for remote management of Fire Systems

Legal Requirement

A Fire Risk or Insurance Assessment, may stipulate the need for a Fire Detection System based on:

Nature of the site or asset being protected

Criticality of the operation or environment (e.g. data centres, control rooms, archives, or power infrastructure)

Fire Detection & Alarm Systems are often mandated by the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ’s), The Building Safety Act, or Insurers for example

Compliance typically aligns with industry standards such as:

BS 5839:1 2025

BS 5839:6 2019

BS EN 12845:2019

BS 9251:2021

BS EN 15004 (Gas Extinguishing Systems)

BS 5306:4 (Carbon Dioxide Systems)

BS EN 15276 (Condensed Aerosol Systems)

Their primary purpose includes for:

Early warning of fire to protect life, assets, and operational continuity.

Insurance Requirements

Many insurers recommend or require fire detection systems for:

Enhanced property protection

Life Protection

Reduced financial loss

Quicker recovery after fire incidents

Can assist to improve insurability for high-risk premises

Fire Engineering

The supply and installation of Fire Detection & Alarm Systems by an LPS 1014-certified firm, plays a critical role in achieving fire safety compliance, particularly in performance-based designs.

These systems help to:

Protect people

critical assets

business continuity

Support fire-engineered strategies

The Spectrum Solution

Our experienced technical team handles every component with precision and expertise.
We operate to the highest industry standards, depending on your project’s requirements. These include:

British Standards including BS 5839, BS 6266. BS EN 15004, BS 7273

European Standards

FM Global standards

NFPA (National Fire Protection Association)
As part of a Fire Engineered solution.

Design

As a competent mechanical and electrical fire systems firm, our certification includes for the design of automatic fire sprinkler systems, assessed under the LPS 1014 third party schemes.

Our in-house design team brings extensive experience in design and fire engineering solutions to meet a wide range of specifications with a deep experience in mechanical and electrical fire systems

Installation

With over 35 years of field experience, Spectrum’s installation team delivers systems in the most demanding environments.

Our skilled teams are highly experienced in both new-build projects and Live working sites, across a wide range of sectors, including, industrial, and special-risk facilities.

They are fully equipped to manage complex project demands, including:

Tight project timescales

Integration with other building systems

No matter the scale or complexity, Spectrum’s installation team are prepared, adaptable, and committed to delivering high-quality results—safely, on time, and to the highest standards.

Aftercare, Maintenance & Support

At Spectrum, we take full responsibility for your Fire Detection & Alarm System — Our commitment doesn’t end at the installation and commissioning phase. We provide comprehensive, through-life service support to ensure your system remains fully operational and compliant for years to come.

We deliver:

Planned routine maintenance

Prompt remedial repairs

System checks for compliance and performance

Our goal is to help you maintain a safe, reliable, and sustainable environment — whether it’s a place to live, learn, or work. We’re not just your installer; Spectrum is your long-term fire protection partner.

Installation & Maintenance

Installation Process

Site Assessment & Risk Analysis – Our specialists evaluate your property’s fire risks.

Custom System Design – We tailor the water mist system to your specific environment.

Professional Installation – Our expert engineers ensure seamless system integration.

Testing & Commissioning – We rigorously test the system to confirm reliability and effectiveness.

Routine Maintenance & Servicing

To keep your system in peak condition, we offer regular maintenance services, including:

System inspections to ensure proper function
Nozzle and pump maintenance for optimal mist distribution
Pressure testing to verify system integrity
Emergency support & servicing to address issues promptly

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