The traditional ‘Break Glass Unit’ is still the mainstay of almost any fire detection solution and is a critical part of ensuring staff can raise the alarm for speedy evacuation.
Manual call points are a simple, reliable and low-cost device, which allow you to manually activate the system.
Manual call points make conducting your statutory weekly tests on the fire alarm system more simple and less complicated.
Manual call points can be prone to accidental or malicious damage. In some environments they can be used to cause a false system activation.
If you’re experiencing problems of this nature, we strongly recommend installing ‘Call Point Covers’. These robust plastic covers will protect your call points from the elements and accidental knocks, and have proven successful in reducing the number of false alarms in school environments etc.