Delivering centralised fire alarm monitoring across the University of Bath
The University of Bath required a solution capable of connecting and monitoring multiple fire alarm and ancillary alarm systems across the estate. Existing systems were not reporting into the central security control room, limiting operational visibility and reducing the ability to respond effectively to alarm activations and faults.
The University also required a solution that could integrate with its existing IT infrastructure while supporting remote management capabilities for the Estates Department.
To improve fire alarm visibility and operational oversight, Drax Technology connected the existing fire alarm and ancillary alarm systems using SMaRT Cube and SMaRT Connect nodes. The solution leveraged the University’s existing IT infrastructure to create a virtual fire alarm network connecting buildings across both the campus and the City of Bath.
An AMX alarm monitoring platform was installed on a dedicated PC, enabling centralised real-time monitoring of all connected systems. Drax Technology worked closely with the University’s IT department and Wessex Fire & Security to ensure seamless integration and deployment across the estate. The solution enabled security teams to monitor the status of every connected system instantly while also allowing the Estates Department to manage systems remotely using internet-enabled devices.
Delivered a single platform for monitoring alarm activity across multiple buildings and connected systems.
Installed SmartWatch devices across multiple properties connected to Gent Vigilon fire alarm panels.
Enabled instant monitoring of fire, fault, and intruder alarm activity across campus buildings.
Utilised the University’s existing network infrastructure to create a virtual alarm network.
Delivered a single platform for monitoring alarm activity across multiple buildings and connected systems.
Installed SmartWatch devices across multiple properties connected to Gent Vigilon fire alarm panels.
Enabled instant monitoring of fire, fault, and intruder alarm activity across campus buildings.
Utilised the University’s existing network infrastructure to create a virtual alarm network.
Security teams gained centralised oversight of fire and ancillary alarm systems across the estate.
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Real-time monitoring enabled more effective and rapid responses to alarm events.
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The solution improved alarm reliability and reduced unnecessary operational disruption.
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The connected monitoring platform strengthened overall safety and security across the University environment.
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The Estates Department gained the ability to manage systems remotely regardless of location.
Security teams gained centralised oversight of fire and ancillary alarm systems across the estate.
Real-time monitoring enabled more effective and rapid responses to alarm events.
The solution improved alarm reliability and reduced unnecessary operational disruption.
The connected monitoring platform strengthened overall safety and security across the University environment.
The Estates Department gained the ability to manage systems remotely regardless of location.
