Abstract

The invention concerns a pneumatic control device (1) for multi-zone fire extinguishing installations, comprising a control pressure inlet port (25) for connection to a control pressure source (105), in particular a pressurised gas container, a number (m) of first control pressure outlet ports (17) for connection to a corresponding number of extinguishing agent containers (107), a number (n) of second control pressure outlet ports (19) for connection to a corresponding number of zone valves (111), and a plurality of function modules (7, 9). It is proposed that the invention further includes a quantity control module (9) for the association of a selection of the first number of control pressure outlet ports (17) with a selection of the second control pressure outlet ports (19), and an electrical control valve module (7) which is controllable from the exterior for selectively opening or closing the second control pressure inlet ports (19) and which can be connected in particular in signal-conducting relationship to a fire alarm and/or extinguishing control station (103), wherein the function modules (7, 9) are operatively connected together.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 37/46 - Construction of the actuator
• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems

Abstract

The invention relates to an explosion-protected housing for means for transmitting and/or receiving electromagnetic radiation. The housing comprises a housing body that is configured to receive such transmission and/or reception means and a window element having a first side that faces the housing interior and an opposite second side that faces away from the housing interior, wherein the window element transmits electromagnetic radiation. The housing body has a flanging on the second side of the window element, said flanging pressing the window element in the direction of a seat that is formed in the interior of the housing such that the housing is formed as a pressure-resistant housing and/or as a dust-tight housing.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01D 11/26 - WindowsCover glassesSealings therefor
• G01D 11/24 - Housings
• G01J 5/00 - Radiation pyrometry, e.g. infrared or optical thermometry

Goods & Services

Wholesale store and retail store services in relation to fire extinguishing compositions, extinguishing gases, fireproofing preparations, chemical additives for fire extinguishing compositions, chemical additives for extinguishing water, lacquers and varnishes, thinners for lacquers, anti-corrosive preparations, anti-rust preparations, pipes, pipelines and hoses and accessories therefor, in particular valves and connecting elements, nuts, bolts, fastening materials, shut-off devices for pipelines, construction elements, in particular prefabricated pipes, pipelines and pipe elements and constructions thereof, fire-extinguishing apparatus, including mobile fire-extinguishing apparatus, fire-extinguishers, stationary and mobile fire extinguishing systems including for ships, comprising inter alia sprinkler systems, nozzles, pipework, fire alarm centers, extinguishing control panels, assembly parts for pipework, automatic vents, valves, pipe connections, compressed air water containers, alarm valves, distributors, intermediate containers, extinguishing water systems, including pumps, pressurized containers, pressure boosting systems, stationary and mobile fire protection systems, comprising inter alia optical smoke detectors, heat detectors, ionization smoke detectors, spark detectors, flame detectors, multi-functional detectors, bypass detectors, alarms, fire alarm centers, extinguishing control panels, fire alarm systems, gas detection systems, gas detection centers, gas detectors, fire alarms, fireproofing bulkhead walls for pipework, connectors, duct protection joints, fire protection joints, sprinkler systems for fire protection and components therefor, including nozzles, gas extinguishing systems and components therefor, water extinguishing systems and components therefor, foam extinguishing systems and components therefor, powder extinguishing systems and components therefor, clothing for protection against fire, measuring, signaling, checking ,supervision, and life-saving apparatus and instruments, in particular for protecting property, electric and electronic apparatus, monitoring, alarm and control apparatus and systems composed thereof, for fire protection, smoke detectors, gas detectors and other detectors, alarms, alarm sirens and remote control apparatus therefor, nozzles and jet pipes for fire hoses, foam nozzles and mixing apparatus therefor, foam and water inlet pipes for fire-extinguishing apparatus and portable pumps in the nature of fire pumps, replacement parts for fire-extinguishing and fire protection apparatus and fire-extinguishing and fire protection systems, data processing apparatus and software for fire protection and fire extinguishing, data processing apparatus and software for the planning, configuration and ordering of piping systems, pipe elements, computer hardware and software for security and building management systems, for visualizing and managing fire alarm, extinguishing and hazard detection systems, joints, fire protection joints, sealing and insulating material Software as a service (SAAS), in particular featuring software for security systems and building management systems, or for displaying and managing fire alarm systems, extinguishing systems and hazard alarm systems; platform as a service (PAAS), in particular featuring computer software for security systems and building management systems, or for displaying and managing fire alarm systems, extinguishing systems and hazard alarm systems.

Goods & Services

Detectors for very early detection and signaling of the presence of pollutants in air, namely, smoke detectors

Goods & Services

Software as a service (SaaS), in particular for managing, monitoring and controlling security systems and building management systems, and for displaying and managing fire alarm systems, extinguishing systems and hazard alarm systems; platform as a service (PaaS), in particular for managing, monitoring and controlling security systems and building management systems, and for displaying and managing fire alarm systems, extinguishing systems and hazard alarm systems.

Abstract

A plug-in connection system for fluid-conducting components of fire extinguishing systems that has a first component having an outer peripheral surface and a first recess in the peripheral surface, and a second component having an inner peripheral surface and a second recess in the inner peripheral surface, wherein the first and the second component can be plugged into one another such that the recesses lie opposite one another and define a locking element channel. A locking element which can be inserted into the locking element channel until an interlock position is reached and at least part of which engages in both recesses in the interlock position. A locking element safety device is provided for reversibly releasably securing the locking element on the first and/or second component.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16L 37/14 - Joints secured by inserting between mating surfaces an element, e.g. a piece of wire, a pin, a chain
• F16L 21/08 - Joints with sleeve or socket with additional locking means
• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems

Abstract

The invention relates to an alarm valve station for a fire alarm system, having an alarm valve with an extinguishing fluid inlet and an extinguishing fluid outlet, wherein the alarm valve is set up for selectively releasing or blocking the extinguishing fluid flow between the extinguishing fluid inlet and the extinguishing fluid outlet, having a pressure sensor which is in a fluid-communication with the alarm valve and which is configured to detect a change in pressure and for converting this into an electrical alarm signal, and having an alarm delay device for delaying the alarm signal. It is proposed according to the invention that the alarm delay device is designed as an electrical alarm delay device and is connected in signal-communication with the pressure sensor.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 37/36 - Control of fire-fighting equipment an actuating signal being generated by a sensor separate from an outlet device
• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• A62C 37/44 - Control of fire-fighting equipment an actuating signal being generated by a sensor separate from an outlet device only the sensor being in the danger zone

Abstract

The invention relates to a device (1) and a corresponding method for monitoring a two-wire line (2), in particular a two-wire line (2) of a fire protection system. The device (1) comprises a passive terminating component (10) for terminating the two-wire line (2), wherein the passive terminating component has a chargeable energy storage (12), a constant current source (20) for providing a measuring current (I1) to the passive terminating component, a voltage detection unit (30) for detecting a voltage curve (V1) at output terminals (4, 6) of the two-wire line (2), a control unit (40) for controlling the constant current source (12) and for evaluating the detected voltage curve, the control unit (40) being configured to separately determine a series resistance (RL) and a parallel resistance (PS) of the two-wire line (2).

IPC Classes  ?

• G08B 29/06 - Monitoring of the line circuits, e.g. signalling of line faults
• G08B 17/06 - Electric actuation of the alarm, e.g. using a thermally-operated switch

Abstract

A fire-extinguishing-system valve (2) having a housing (4), having a fluid-entry chamber (26) provided in the housing (4), having a fluid-exit chamber (24) provided in the housing (4), and having a closing body (28) which can be moved back and forth between a blocking state (32) and a release state (34) and, in the blocking state (32) prevents direct fluid flow between the fluid-entry chamber (26) and the fluid-exit chamber (24) and, in the release position (34), connects the fluid-entry chamber (26) to the fluid-exit chamber (24) directly for fluid-conducting action. The fire-extinguishing-system valve (2) has at least one sensor device (18) for directly monitoring the position of the closing body (28).

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• A62C 31/28 - Accessories for delivery devices, e.g. supports
• A62C 37/08 - Control of fire-fighting equipment comprising an outlet device containing a sensor, or itself being the sensor, i.e. self-contained sprinklers
• F16K 37/00 - Special means in or on valves or other cut-off apparatus for indicating or recording operation thereof, or for enabling an alarm to be given

Abstract

c) leading out of the housing (3) of the fire extinguishing system valve (1), and which is integrated into the housing (3).

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• A62C 37/50 - Testing or indicating devices for determining the state of readiness of the equipment
• A62C 31/02 - Nozzles specially adapted for fire-extinguishing
• A62C 35/62 - Pipe-line systems dry, i.e. empty of extinguishing material when not in use
• F16K 37/00 - Special means in or on valves or other cut-off apparatus for indicating or recording operation thereof, or for enabling an alarm to be given

Abstract

The invention concerns a pneumatic control device (1) for multi-zone fire extinguishing installations, comprising a control pressure inlet port (25) for connection to a control pressure source (105), in particular a pressurised gas container, a number (m) of first control pressure outlet ports (17) for connection to a corresponding number of extinguishing agent containers (107), a number (n) of second control pressure outlet ports (19) for connection to a corresponding number of zone valves (111), and a plurality of function modules (7, 9). It is proposed that the invention further includes a quantity control module (9) for the association of a selection of the first number of control pressure outlet ports (17) with a selection of the second control pressure outlet ports (19), and an electrical control valve module (7) which is controllable from the exterior for selectively opening or closing the second control pressure inlet ports (19) and which can be connected in particular in signal-conducting relationship to a fire alarm and/or extinguishing control station (103), wherein the function modules (7, 9) are operatively connected together.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 37/46 - Construction of the actuator
• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• A62C 37/40 - Control of fire-fighting equipment an actuating signal being generated by a sensor separate from an outlet device by both sensor and actuator, e.g. valve, being in the danger zone with electric connection between sensor and actuator

Abstract

The present invention relates to a subscriber, in particular a module or device for monitoring a function and/or status and/or for transmitting an alarm, having: a first interface for communicating with a control panel, preferably a fire alarm and/or extinguishing control panel, a data memory for storing configuration data relating to the subscriber comprising at least an identifier of the subscriber for identifying the subscriber with respect to the control panel, a second interface for inputting configuration data to the data memory. The second interface has an NFC interface for communicating with a mobile write and/or read device The NFC interface is configured to receive at least the identifier of the subscriber from the mobile write and/or read device and to transmit it to the data memory. The invention improves known subscribers to the effect that a configuration which is less susceptible to faults and is simpler at the same time is possible.

IPC Classes  ?

• G08B 17/06 - Electric actuation of the alarm, e.g. using a thermally-operated switch
• H04W 12/72 - Subscriber identity
• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• A62C 37/40 - Control of fire-fighting equipment an actuating signal being generated by a sensor separate from an outlet device by both sensor and actuator, e.g. valve, being in the danger zone with electric connection between sensor and actuator
• H04M 11/04 - Telephonic communication systems specially adapted for combination with other electrical systems with alarm systems, e.g. fire, police or burglar alarm systems
• G08B 29/04 - Monitoring of the detection circuits

Goods & Services

Fire extinguishing compositions; chemical additives for fire extinguishing compositions, chemical additives for extinguishing water. Fire-extinguishing apparatus, including mobile fire-extinguishing apparatus, in particular fire-fighting turbines. Installation, repair and maintenance of fire extinguishing apparatus, including mobile fire extinguishing apparatus, in particular fire-fighting turbines.

Abstract

A plug-in connection system for fluid-conducting components of fire extinguishing systems that has a first component having an outer peripheral surface and a first recess in the peripheral surface, and a second component having an inner peripheral surface and a second recess in the inner peripheral surface, wherein the first and the second component can be plugged into one another such that the recesses lie opposite one another and define a locking element channel. A locking element which can be inserted into the locking element channel until an interlock position is reached and at least part of which engages in both recesses in the interlock position. A locking element safety device is provided for reversibly releasably securing the locking element on the first and/or second component.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16L 21/08 - Joints with sleeve or socket with additional locking means
• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems

Abstract

The invention concerns a dry alarm valve station of a fire extinguishing installation. According to the invention it is proposed that the dry alarm valve station includes an alarm valve, an alarm line connected to the alarm valve, an alarm alert device, preferably with an alarm pressure switch, which is connected to the alarm line and is configured to trigger an alarm signal when there is a predetermined fluid pressure in the alarm line, and a pressure-operated valve which is interposed between the alarm alert device and the alarm valve, is controlled by a control chamber, and is configured to block the alarm line as long as there is the predetermined control pressure in the control chamber and to open it when the pressure falls below the predetermined control pressure in the control chamber.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• A62C 35/62 - Pipe-line systems dry, i.e. empty of extinguishing material when not in use
• A62C 35/64 - Pipe-line systems pressurised
• G08B 17/04 - Hydraulic or pneumatic actuation of the alarm, e.g. by change of fluid pressure

Goods & Services

(1) Fire extinguishing compositions; chemical additives for fire extinguishing compositions, chemical additives for water used in fire extinguishing. (2) Fire-extinguishing apparatus, including mobile fire-extinguishing apparatus, in particular fire-fighting turbines. (1) Installation, repair and maintenance of fire extinguishing apparatus, including mobile fire extinguishing apparatus, in particular fire-fighting turbines.

Goods & Services

Fire extinguishing compositions; chemical additives for fire extinguishing compositions, chemical additives for water used in fire extinguishing Fire-extinguishing apparatus, including mobile fire-extinguishing apparatus, in particular fire-fighting turbines Installation, repair and maintenance of fire extinguishing apparatus, including mobile fire extinguishing apparatus, in particular fire-fighting turbines

Abstract

The invention concerns a fire extinguishing system valve (1) comprising a housing (2), a fluid inlet chamber (11) in the housing (2), a fluid outlet chamber (13) in the housing (2), and a closing body (9) reciprocable between a blocking state and a release state and which in the blocking state prevents a direct flow of fluid between the fluid inlet chamber (11) and the fluid outlet chamber (13) and in the release state connects the fluid inlet chamber (11) directly in fluid-conducting relationship to the fluid outlet chamber (13). According to the invention the fire extinguishing system valve (1) has at least one manometer (15, 17) which is operatively connected to the fluid inlet chamber (11) or the fluid outlet chamber (13) and which is mounted to the housing (2), and a venting device (21) integrated into the housing (2) for the at least one manometer (15, 17).

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• A62C 35/64 - Pipe-line systems pressurised
• A62C 35/60 - Pipe-line systems wet, i.e. containing extinguishing material even when not in use
• A62C 35/62 - Pipe-line systems dry, i.e. empty of extinguishing material when not in use
• A62C 31/02 - Nozzles specially adapted for fire-extinguishing
• A62C 31/28 - Accessories for delivery devices, e.g. supports

Abstract

The invention relates to a fire-extinguishing facility comprising an extinguishing fluid line for transporting an extinguishing fluid, a plurality of sprinklers connected to the extinguishing fluid line in a fluid-guiding manner which are closed in a standby state and open in an extinguishing state in order to supply the extinguishing fluid, and a flow-measuring device associated with the extinguishing fluid line. According to the invention, the flow-measuring device is designed to approximately detect a volume flow of the extinguishing fluid transported in the extinguishing fluid line, and an evaluation unit is provided and designed to assign a number of open sprinklers to the approximately detected volume flow.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• A62C 35/60 - Pipe-line systems wet, i.e. containing extinguishing material even when not in use
• G01F 1/075 - Measuring the volume flow or mass flow of fluid or fluent solid material wherein the fluid passes through a meter in a continuous flow by using mechanical effects using rotating vanes with tangential admission with magnetic or electromagnetic coupling to the indicating device
• G01F 1/28 - Measuring the volume flow or mass flow of fluid or fluent solid material wherein the fluid passes through a meter in a continuous flow by using mechanical effects by detection of dynamic effects of the flow by drag-force, e.g. vane type or impact flowmeter
• G01F 1/34 - Measuring the volume flow or mass flow of fluid or fluent solid material wherein the fluid passes through a meter in a continuous flow by using mechanical effects by measuring pressure or differential pressure
• G01F 1/667 - Arrangements of transducers for ultrasonic flowmetersCircuits for operating ultrasonic flowmeters
• G01F 1/68 - Measuring the volume flow or mass flow of fluid or fluent solid material wherein the fluid passes through a meter in a continuous flow by using thermal effects
• G01F 15/063 - Indicating or recording devices for remote indication using electrical means

Abstract

b) are each attached in an articulated manner to the pipe coupling (3).

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• F16L 27/04 - Universal joints, i.e. with mechanical connection allowing angular movement or adjustment of the axes of the parts in any direction with partly-spherical engaging surfaces
• A62C 35/02 - Permanently-installed equipment with containers for delivering the extinguishing substance

Abstract

The invention proposes a method for localizing a ground fault of a fire protection system and also a fire alarm and/or extinguishing control panel comprising a plurality of connection points, a central unit and a ground fault identification module, wherein one or more subscribers can be connected to each connection point via a connection line. The method comprises, during or after identification of a ground fault by the ground fault identification module, the following steps: disconnecting the connection lines of one, more or all of the connection points by opening switching elements until at least no ground fault is identified by the ground fault identification module, and then connecting the connection lines successively for each connection point by closing the respective switching element.

IPC Classes  ?

• H02M 3/00 - Conversion of DC power input into DC power output
• H02H 3/16 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal electric working condition, with or without subsequent reconnection responsive to fault current to earth, frame or mass
• G08B 17/06 - Electric actuation of the alarm, e.g. using a thermally-operated switch
• G08B 25/04 - Alarm systems in which the location of the alarm condition is signalled to a central station, e.g. fire or police telegraphic systems characterised by the transmission medium using a single signalling line, e.g. in a closed loop
• H02H 1/00 - Details of emergency protective circuit arrangements
• H02H 3/04 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal electric working condition, with or without subsequent reconnection Details with warning or supervision in addition to disconnection, e.g. for indicating that protective apparatus has functioned

Abstract

The invention concerns a method of checking the implementation of maintenance works in a fire extinguishing installation, wherein there is provided an identification (3) which contains a radio identification means, for example a transponder chip or an NFC tag which is fixedly connected to a unit (2) to be maintained so that the identification (3) cannot be non-destructively removed from the unit to be maintained, wherein the identification (3) contains data of the unit (2) to be maintained and wherein the unit to be maintained is part of the fire extinguishing installation and has to be uninstalled for maintenance, wherein there is provided a reading unit (8) with which the identification of the unit (2) to be maintained and the data thereof are read and wherein the identification (3) is arranged concealed or shielded on the unit (2) to be maintained in such a way that the data of the identification cannot be read with the reading unit (8) when the unit (2) to be maintained is in the non-uninstalled state.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 37/50 - Testing or indicating devices for determining the state of readiness of the equipment
• G06K 7/10 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by electromagnetic radiation, e.g. optical sensingMethods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation
• G06K 19/07 - Record carriers with conductive marks, printed circuits or semiconductor circuit elements, e.g. credit or identity cards with integrated circuit chips
• G07C 3/00 - Registering or indicating the condition or the working of machines or other apparatus, other than vehicles

Abstract

The present invention relates to a water spray valve set for a nozzle pipe system of a fire-extinguishing installation, having a water spray valve which has a fluid inlet for connection to a water supply, a fluid outlet for connection to the nozzle pipe system, and a closing body arranged between fluid inlet and fluid outlet, wherein the closing body is movable back and forth between a shut-off position and an opened-up position, wherein, in the shut-off position, the fluid inlet and fluid outlet are separated from one another and, in an opened-up position, said fluid inlet and fluid outlet are fluidically connected to one another, having a control line which is connected to a control pressure supply, and having at least one first control valve for controlling the control pressure in the control line, wherein the control line is operatively connected to the closing body such that the closing body is held in the shut-off position, or is in an opened-up position, in a manner dependent on an actuation of the control valve. According to the invention, a relief line is provided which is connected to the control valve, wherein the control valve is designed to, when activated, relieve the control line of pressure via the relief line, such that the closing body is moved into the opened-up position, and to shut off the fluid connection between the control pressure supply and the closing body.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/00 - Permanently-installed equipment
• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems

Abstract

c).

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• A62C 35/60 - Pipe-line systems wet, i.e. containing extinguishing material even when not in use
• A62C 35/64 - Pipe-line systems pressurised
• G08B 17/04 - Hydraulic or pneumatic actuation of the alarm, e.g. by change of fluid pressure

Abstract

The present invention relates to a housing for a fire alarm and/or extinguishing control station having a housing body (20), which comprises an opening (22) on a front side (24), a housing door (30) for closing the opening (22) and a hinge arrangement (40), which is configured to allow opening and closing of the housing door (30). The housing door (30) has an outer face (32), which faces an observer when the housing body (20) is closed and an inner face (34) which is opposite the outer face (32), wherein the housing door (30) has an indicator and/or operating component (36) on the outer face (32). The hinge arrangement (40) has a first axis of rotation (41) and parallel thereto a second axis of rotation (42) and is designed such that the first and the second axes of rotation (42) can be rotated in opposing directions when the housing door (30) is opened such that the outer face (32) of the housing door (30) and an interior (12) of the housing (10) are simultaneously facing the observer when the housing (10) is in the open state.

IPC Classes  ?

• G08B 17/00 - Fire alarmsAlarms responsive to explosion
• A62C 37/00 - Control of fire-fighting equipment

Abstract

g) whose information mode has been activated is displayed using the display unit (40) or tablet computer (44). The invention also relates to a system for carrying out the method and to a functional module.

IPC Classes  ?

• G08B 25/04 - Alarm systems in which the location of the alarm condition is signalled to a central station, e.g. fire or police telegraphic systems characterised by the transmission medium using a single signalling line, e.g. in a closed loop
• G06F 16/245 - Query processing
• G08B 17/00 - Fire alarmsAlarms responsive to explosion

Abstract

The invention relates to an extinguishing nozzle (100) of a fire extinguishing installation (1) for selectively detecting and fighting fires in at least one protected area (200) as well as to a corresponding fire extinguishing installation and a method for operating an extinguishing nozzle (100). The extinguishing nozzle (100) comprises i) a communications unit (104) which is designed to communicate with a fire detector and/or a fire alarm control panel (300) of the fire extinguishing installation (1), ii) a control organ (106) which is designed to control the extinguishing nozzle (100), wherein the extinguishing nozzle (100) can be connected to at least one fluid line (120) and the control organ (106) is designed to selectively allow and/or stop the passage of an extinguishing fluid flowing in the fluid line (120) through the extinguishing nozzle (100), and iii) an energy harvester (102) which is designed to generate energy (142) for at least the communications unit (104) and the control organ (106) by means of energy harvesting. The solutions according to the invention result in reduced installation and maintenance requirements.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems

Goods & Services

Data processing hardware and computers, in particular for fire detection and fire-extinguishing control panels; computer software, in particular security systems and building management systems, and for displaying and managing fire alarm systems, extinguishing systems and hazard alarm systems; fire-extinguishing apparatus, including mobile fire-extinguishing apparatus; fire extinguishers; stationary and mobile fire-extinguishing installations; apparatus for recording, transmission or reproduction of sound or images; measuring, signaling, checking (supervision) and life-saving apparatus and instruments, in particular for protecting property and individuals and for fire extinguishing, fire protection and safety technology; sensors and detectors, in particular smoke detectors, gas detectors, alarms devices, alarm sirens and remote control apparatus therefor; electrical controls; electrical monitoring units, not for medical use. Telecommunications, in particular electronic, digital or wireless transmission of messages, information and data from fire alarm systems, extinguishing systems and hazard alarm systems. Planning of mobile and stationary fire detection control panels, fire-extinguishing control panels and fire-extinguishing installations; technical consultancy related to fire-extinguishing systems, fire alarm systems, fire-extinguishing control systems and smoke and heat extraction systems; development services, construction drafting and engineering services in the field of fire- extinguishing systems, fire alarm systems, fire-extinguishing control systems and smoke and heat extraction systems; testing services for alarm and monitoring systems, in particular for fire alarm systems, fire-extinguishing systems and hazard alarm systems.

Abstract

A valve, having a valve housing which has a fluid inlet chamber and a fluid outlet chamber, having a valve seat which is arranged between the fluid inlet chamber and the fluid outlet chamber, and having a closure body which is movable back and forth between a release position and a blocking position. The closure body abuts against the valve seat in a fluid-tight manner in the blocking position, and wherein the fluid inlet chamber and the fluid outlet chamber are connected to one another in a fluid-conducting manner in the release position. The valve seat and the closure body each have a sealing surface, which are opposite one another in the blocking state, and an elastically deformable sealing element which is arranged between the sealing surfaces in the blocking state and which completely stretches over one of the sealing surfaces.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16K 1/20 - Lift valves, i.e. cut-off apparatus with closure members having at least a component of their opening and closing motion perpendicular to the closing faces with pivoted closure members with pivoted discs or flaps with axis of rotation arranged externally of valve member
• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• F16K 25/02 - Arrangements using fluid issuing from valve members or seats

Abstract

The invention relates to a device (1) and a corresponding method for monitoring a two-wire line (2), in particular a two-wire line (2) of a fire protection system. The device (1) comprises a passive closure component (10) for closing the two-wire line (2), said passive closure component having a chargeable energy store (12), a constant power source (20) for providing a measurement current (I1) to the passive closure component, a voltage detection unit (30) for detecting a voltage curve (V1) at an output terminal (4, 6) of the two-wire line (2), and a control unit (40) for actuating the constant power source (12) and for analyzing the detected voltage curve, wherein the control unit (40) is designed to determine the series resistance (RL) and the parallel resistance (PS) of the two-wire line (2).

IPC Classes  ?

• G08B 29/06 - Monitoring of the line circuits, e.g. signalling of line faults

Abstract

The invention relates to a fire protection robot (1, 2) for carrying out a fire protection action. According to the invention, the fire protection robot comprises a communication unit (11) for receiving an instruction signal which represents a target location, and a control unit (10) which is designed to navigate the fire protection robot (1, 2) on the basis of the instruction signal, preferably automatically, along a navigation path to the target location, wherein the control unit (10) is further designed to detect at least one door (3) along the navigation path and to open the at least one door (3) automatically in response to the detection.

IPC Classes  ?

• G05D 1/02 - Control of position or course in two dimensions

Goods & Services

(1) Data processing hardware and computers, in particular for fire detection and fire-extinguishing control panels; recorded computer software for operating security systems and building management systems consisting of computers, thermostats, hygrostats, security cameras, motion sensors, and digital security video recorder, and for displaying and managing fire alarm systems, fire extinguishing systems and environmental hazard detectors, namely, devices that detect and record the presence of water, humidity levels, heat, temperature, smoke, gas, sparks, flames, movement, motion, and sound; downloadable computer software, for operating security systems and building management systems consisting of computers, thermostats, hygrostats, security cameras, motions sensors, and digital security video recorder and for displaying and managing fire alarm systems, extinguishing systems and environmental hazard detectors, namely, devices that detect and record the presence of water, humidity levels, heat, temperature, smoke, gas, sparks, flames, movement, motion, and sound; fire extinguishing apparatus, including mobile fire-extinguishing apparatus and stationary fire-extinguishing apparatus for production facilities, energy systems and plants, ships, offshore-facilities, buildings, and infrastructure facilities; fire extinguishers; stationary and mobile fire extinguishing systems; apparatus for recording, transmission, and reproduction of sound and video, namely, audiovisual receivers, audiovisual transmitters, cameras, digital cameras, digital voice recorders, analogue to digital converters, digital to analogue converters, timecode generators; checking (supervision) and life-saving apparatus and instruments, in particular for protecting property and individuals and for fire extinguishing, fire protection and safety technology, namely detectors, indicators, and alarms for detecting and alerting the presence of gas, smoke, sparks, heat, flames, and motion; sensors and detectors, in particular smoke detectors, gas detectors; remote controlled alarm devices, namely, electronic burglar alarms, fire alarms, gas alarms, smoke alarms, personal security alarms and sirens; remote controls for operating alarm systems electrical controls for irrigation of sprinkler systems and alarm monitoring and alarm event management; monitoring apparatus, other than for medical use, namely burglar alarm monitoring systems and central alarm units, namely anti-intrusion alarms, security alarms, gas alarms, smoke alarms, personal security alarms and fire alarms. (1) Telecommunication services, namely wireless electronic transmission of text and voice messages, information and data for fire alarm systems, fire extinguishing systems, and environmental hazard detectors, namely, devices that detect and record the presence of water, humidity levels, heat, temperature, smoke, gas, sparks, flames, movement, motion, and sound. (2) Planning of mobile and stationary fire detection control panels, fire-extinguishing control panels and fire-extinguishing installations; technical consultancy related to fire-extinguishing systems, fire alarm systems, fire-extinguishing control systems and smoke and heat extraction systems; development services, construction drafting and engineering services in the field of fire- extinguishing systems, fire alarm systems, fire-extinguishing control systems and smoke and heat extraction systems; testing services for alarm and monitoring systems, in particular for fire alarm systems, fire-extinguishing systems and environmental hazard detectors, namely, devices that detect and record the presence of water, humidity levels, heat, temperature, smoke, gas, sparks, flames, movement, motion, and sound.

Goods & Services

Data processing hardware and computers, in particular for fire detection and fire-extinguishing control panels; recorded computer software, in particular for operating security systems and building management systems, and for displaying and managing fire alarm systems, extinguishing systems and hazard alarm systems; downloadable computer software, in particular for operating security systems and building management systems, and for displaying and managing fire alarm systems, extinguishing systems and hazard alarm systems; fire-extinguishing apparatus, including mobile fire-extinguishing apparatus; fire extinguishers; stationary and mobile fire-extinguishing installations; apparatus for recording, transmission or reproduction of sound or images; measuring, signaling, checking being supervision and life-saving apparatus and instruments, in particular for protecting property and individuals and for fire extinguishing, fire protection and safety technology, namely, detectors, indicators, and alarms for detecting and alerting the presence of gas, smoke, sparks, heat, or motion; sensors and detectors, in particular smoke detectors, gas detectors, alarms devices in the nature of alarm central units, alarm sirens and remote control apparatus therefor; electrical controllers; electrical monitoring units, not for medical use, namely alarm monitoring systems and alarm central units Telecommunications, in particular electronic, digital and wireless transmission of messages, information and data from fire alarm systems, extinguishing systems and hazard alarm systems Planning of mobile and stationary fire detection control panels, fire-extinguishing control panels and fire-extinguishing installations; technical consultancy related to fire-extinguishing systems, fire alarm systems, fire-extinguishing control systems and smoke and heat extraction systems; development services, construction drafting and engineering services in the field of fire- extinguishing systems, fire alarm systems, fire-extinguishing control systems and smoke and heat extraction systems; testing services for alarm and monitoring systems, in particular for fire alarm systems, fire-extinguishing systems and hazard alarm systems

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for testing a fire protection component (1) of a fire protection structure (11). The method comprises the steps (a) providing an unmanned vehicle (2), (b) navigating the unmanned vehicle (2) by means of a navigation control unit (3) of the unmanned vehicle (2) to the fire protection component (1), at which a test is to be performed, and (c) performing the test on the fire protection component (1) by means of a testing device (20) of the unmanned vehicle (2). The invention furthermore relates to an unmanned vehicle (2) for testing a fire protection component (1) of a fire protection structure (11) as well as a fire protection system comprising such an unmanned vehicle for carrying out the method according to the invention.

IPC Classes  ?

• G08B 29/14 - Checking intermittently signalling or alarm systems checking the detection circuits
• B64C 39/02 - Aircraft not otherwise provided for characterised by special use
• G08B 17/00 - Fire alarmsAlarms responsive to explosion
• G08B 29/16 - Security signalling or alarm systems, e.g. redundant systems
• G08B 29/18 - Prevention or correction of operating errors
• G08B 17/06 - Electric actuation of the alarm, e.g. using a thermally-operated switch

Abstract

V was determined. A system with such a vehicle and a corresponding method are also provided.

IPC Classes  ?

• G05D 1/00 - Control of position, course, altitude or attitude of land, water, air or space vehicles, e.g. using automatic pilots
• A62C 3/02 - Fire prevention, containment or extinguishing specially adapted for particular objects or places for area conflagrations, e.g. forest fires, subterranean fires
• A62C 31/00 - Delivery of fire-extinguishing material
• A62C 31/02 - Nozzles specially adapted for fire-extinguishing
• G05D 1/02 - Control of position or course in two dimensions
• A62C 27/00 - Fire-fighting land vehicles
• A62C 3/00 - Fire prevention, containment or extinguishing specially adapted for particular objects or places

Abstract

The present invention relates to a subscriber (7), in particular a module or device for monitoring the function and/or status and or for the transmission of an alarm signal, comprising: a first interface (13) for communicating with a control centre (9), preferably a fire alarm and/or extinguishing control centre, a data store (6) for storing configuration data (12) of the subscriber (7), comprising at least an identifier of the subscriber (7) for identifying the subscriber (7) to the control centre (9), a second interface (10) for entering configuration data (12) into the data store (6), characterized in that the second interface (10) comprises an NFC interface for communicating with a mobile write and/or read device (1), wherein the NFC interface is configured at least to receive and to transfer to the data memory (6) the identifier of the subscriber (7) from the mobile write and/or read device (1). The invention is an improvement on known subscribers in that it provides simpler configuration that is simultaneously less susceptible to error.

IPC Classes  ?

• H04L 12/28 - Data switching networks characterised by path configuration, e.g. LAN [Local Area Networks] or WAN [Wide Area Networks]
• H04L 12/24 - Arrangements for maintenance or administration

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for heating the room air in a building, in particular a warehouse (100), by means of one or more sprinkler lines (11) of a fire-extinguishing system (1). According to the invention, the method comprises the following steps: filling the sprinkler lines in the building (100) with extinguishing fluid; circulating the extinguishing fluid in the sprinkler lines (11); heating the extingusihing fluid in the sprinkler lines (11); and heating the sprinkler lines (11) by means of the heated extinguishing fluid in such a way that the sprinkler lines (11) have a higher temperature than the room air.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/60 - Pipe-line systems wet, i.e. containing extinguishing material even when not in use
• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• F24D 3/00 - Hot-water central heating systems
• F24D 3/02 - Hot-water central heating systems with forced circulation, e.g. by pumps

Abstract

The invention relates to a component (1, 1', 1'', 1''', 2) for a fire protection system, in particular a fire extinguishing system having a housing (11, 21). According to the invention, at least one nozzle (10, 20, 3, 3') is arranged on the housing (11, 21) or in the vicinity of the housing (11, 21) for discharging extinguishing fluid onto the component (1, 1', 1'', 1''', 2), wherein the nozzle (10, 20, 3, 3') can be connected to an extinguishing fluid supply.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 31/02 - Nozzles specially adapted for fire-extinguishing
• A62C 3/00 - Fire prevention, containment or extinguishing specially adapted for particular objects or places
• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• A62C 3/16 - Fire prevention, containment or extinguishing specially adapted for particular objects or places in electrical installations, e.g. cableways
• A62C 31/05 - Nozzles specially adapted for fire-extinguishing with two or more outlets

Abstract

V correspond. The invention furthermore relates to a vehicle, a method, and a central unit, each corresponding to the system (20).

IPC Classes  ?

• G08B 17/00 - Fire alarmsAlarms responsive to explosion
• G08B 29/14 - Checking intermittently signalling or alarm systems checking the detection circuits
• B64C 39/02 - Aircraft not otherwise provided for characterised by special use
• G08B 29/16 - Security signalling or alarm systems, e.g. redundant systems
• G08B 29/18 - Prevention or correction of operating errors
• G08B 17/06 - Electric actuation of the alarm, e.g. using a thermally-operated switch

Abstract

The invention relates to a pneumatic control device (1) for multi-zone fire extinguishing systems, having a control pressure inlet (25) for connection to a control pressure source (105), in particular a compressed-gas container, a number (m) of first control pressure outlets (17) for connection to a corresponding number of extinguishing agent containers (107), a number (n) of second control pressure outlets (19) for connection to a corresponding number of zone valves (111) and a plurality of function modules (7, 9). The invention further comprises a quantity control unit (9) for assigning a selection of the first number of control pressure outlets (17) to a selection of the second control pressure outlets (19), and an electric control valve module (7), which can be controlled externally for selectively releasing or blocking the second control pressure outlets (19), in particular, for this purpose, which can be connected in a signal-conducting manner to a fire alarm and/or extinguishing control centre (103), wherein the function modules (7, 9) are operatively connected to each other.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 37/46 - Construction of the actuator

Abstract

The invention relates to a grounding clip (1, 1') for metallic pipeline elements. According to the invention, the grounding clip (1, 1') has an electrically conductive end (3), which has a first end section (5), and a second end section (7, 7') arranged opposite the first end section, wherein the end sections (5, 7, 7') are movable relative to each other counter to a restoring force, and the grounding clip (1, 1') is configured to be fitted to the pipeline elements whilst overcoming the restoring force, such that the end sections (5, 7, 7') accommodate and hold the pipeline elements (101, 103) between them.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16L 3/123 - Supports for pipes, cables or protective tubing, e.g. hangers, holders, clamps, cleats, clips, brackets substantially surrounding the pipe, cable or protective tubing comprising a member substantially surrounding the pipe, cable or protective tubing and extending along the attachment surface
• F16L 25/01 - Construction or details of pipe joints not provided for in, or of interest apart from, groups specially adapted for realising electrical conduction between the two pipe ends of the joint or between parts thereof
• H01R 4/64 - Connections between or with conductive parts having primarily a non-electric function, e.g. frame, casing, rail

Abstract

The invention relates to a control system (10) of a fire-extinguishing installation, having at least one control line (11) for controlling a controlling procedure of the fire-extinguishing installation, wherein the control line (11) in a passive operation is unpressurized and the control line (11) in a control operation is impinged with a control pressure, and a safety device (12), fluidically connected to the control line (11), having a pressure equalization chamber (13) in which a holding element (3) and a movable closure element (2) are disposed. It is proposed that the closure element (2) is disposed in the pressure equalization chamber (13) so as to be displaceable between a first terminal position and a second terminal position, and the holding element (3) is configured for exerting on the closure element (2) a restoring force in the direction of the first terminal position, wherein the restoring force on the closure element (2) in the second terminal position of the closure element (2) is higher than the weight force of the closure element (2), and in the first terminal position of the closure element (2) is lower than a pressure force that in the control operation acts as a function of the control pressure on the closure element (2).

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/64 - Pipe-line systems pressurised
• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• A62C 37/00 - Control of fire-fighting equipment
• F16K 15/04 - Check valves with guided rigid valve members shaped as balls
• F16K 31/08 - Operating meansReleasing devices electricOperating meansReleasing devices magnetic using a magnet using a permanent magnet

Abstract

The invention relates to a plug-in connection system (1) for fluid-conducting components, in particular of fire extinguishing systems, the plug-in connection system comprising: a first component (3) having an outer peripheral surface (7) and a first recess (11) in the peripheral surface; a second component (5) having an inner peripheral surface (7) and a second recess in the inner peripheral surface, wherein the first and the second component (3, 5) can be plugged into one another such that when they are completely interlocked the recesses (11, 13) lie opposite one another and define a locking element channel (14); and a locking element (15) which, when the components (3, 5) are completely interlocked, can be inserted into the locking element channel (14) until an interlock position is reached and at least part of which engages in both recesses (11, 13) in the interlock position. According to the invention, the plug-in connection system has a locking element safety device (20) for reversibly releasably securing the locking element (15) on the first and/or second component(s) (3, 5).

IPC Classes  ?

• F16L 37/14 - Joints secured by inserting between mating surfaces an element, e.g. a piece of wire, a pin, a chain

Abstract

The present invention relates to a protective cap for an extinguishing nozzle, in particular a sprinkler nozzle, which has at least a nozzle main body with a nozzle outlet, with a cap main body, and a cap neck which is arranged on the cap main body, the cap main body having a force transmission section for bearing in sections against a nozzle main body of the extinguishing nozzle in a force-transmitting, preferably positively locking manner, and the protective cap, in particular the cap neck, being set up to mechanically shield the nozzle outlet of the extinguishing nozzle, the cap main body having an outer contour with one or more action surfaces for attaching a tool.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• A62C 31/28 - Accessories for delivery devices, e.g. supports
• A62C 37/11 - Releasing means, e.g. electrically released heat-sensitive
• A62C 31/02 - Nozzles specially adapted for fire-extinguishing
• B05B 15/16 - Arrangements for preventing or controlling structural damage to spraying apparatus or its outlets, e.g. for breaking at desired placesArrangements for handling or replacing damaged parts for preventing non-intended contact between spray heads or nozzles and foreign bodies, e.g. nozzle guards
• A62C 37/12 - Releasing means, e.g. electrically released heat-sensitive with fusible links
• A62C 37/08 - Control of fire-fighting equipment comprising an outlet device containing a sensor, or itself being the sensor, i.e. self-contained sprinklers
• B05B 1/26 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with means for mechanically breaking-up or deflecting the jet after discharge, e.g. with fixed deflectorsBreaking-up the discharged liquid or other fluent material by impinging jets

Abstract

The invention relates to a hazard detector for an evaluation unit (12, 14), e.g. a fire detector and/or extinguishing control center (12). The hazard detector (10) comprises a housing (16) having at least one sensor unit (22) or a sensor interface for connecting the sensor unit (22) to capture a hazard parameter. Moreover, the hazard detector (10) comprises a first electronic assembly (26), electrically connected to the sensor unit (22) or the sensor interface, for processing sensor signals of the sensor unit (22), and a second electronic assembly (30), connected to at least one first interface (38) for electrically connecting the second electrical assembly (30) to a physically remote evaluation unit (12, 14). In this arrangement, the first electronic assembly (26) and the second electronic assembly (30) comprise a wireless data connection (32) for transmitting the processed sensor signals from at least the first electronic assembly (26) to the second electronic assembly (30). At least the first electronic assembly (26) and the second electronic assembly (30) are arranged inside the housing (16). Further, the invention relates to a method for transmitting hazard signals and to a system having the hazard detector (10).

IPC Classes  ?

• G08B 17/00 - Fire alarmsAlarms responsive to explosion
• G08B 25/10 - Alarm systems in which the location of the alarm condition is signalled to a central station, e.g. fire or police telegraphic systems characterised by the transmission medium using wireless transmission systems
• G08C 17/02 - Arrangements for transmitting signals characterised by the use of a wireless electrical link using a radio link
• G08C 23/04 - Non-electric signal transmission systems, e.g. optical systems using light waves, e.g. infrared
• H04Q 9/00 - Arrangements in telecontrol or telemetry systems for selectively calling a substation from a main station, in which substation desired apparatus is selected for applying a control signal thereto or for obtaining measured values therefrom

Abstract

A modular multi-sensor fire detector (300) that has an evaluation unit and a plurality of sensor heads (100) which are arranged locally at a distance from the evaluation unit and are connected to the evaluation unit in a signal-conducting manner, wherein the evaluation unit (200) can be connected in a signal-conducting manner to an alarm signal receiving device (301) which is locally at a distance.

IPC Classes  ?

• G08B 17/00 - Fire alarmsAlarms responsive to explosion
• G08B 17/12 - Actuation by presence of radiation or particles, e.g. of infrared radiation or of ions
• G08B 17/10 - Actuation by presence of smoke or gases
• G08B 17/113 - Constructional details

Abstract

The invention relates to a quick-opening valve for a pressurized extinguishing fluid vessel, having an extinguishing fluid inlet (4), an extinguishing fluid outlet (5), a flow chamber which extends from the extinguishing fluid inlet (4) to the extinguishing fluid outlet (5), a valve piston (12), a valve seat (10), wherein the valve piston is movable back and forth between an opened-up position and a shut-off position such that the valve piston (12) and the valve seat (10), in the shut-off position, bear against one another in fluid-tight fashion and, in the opened-up position, are spaced apart from one another such that the extinguishing fluid inlet (4) and the extinguishing fluid outlet (5) are fluidically connected to one another. It is proposed according to the invention that the extinguishing fluid inlet (4) and the extinguishing fluid outlet (5) are oriented substantially parallel to one another.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 13/64 - Portable extinguishers which are permanently pressurised or pressurised immediately before use with a single permanently pressurised container the extinguishing material being released by means of a valve
• A62C 13/76 - Details or accessories
• A62C 35/02 - Permanently-installed equipment with containers for delivering the extinguishing substance
• F16K 1/12 - Lift valves, i.e. cut-off apparatus with closure members having at least a component of their opening and closing motion perpendicular to the closing faces with streamlined valve member around which the fluid flows when the valve is opened
• F16K 1/30 - Lift valves, i.e. cut-off apparatus with closure members having at least a component of their opening and closing motion perpendicular to the closing faces specially adapted for pressure containers
• F16K 1/46 - Attachment of sealing rings

Abstract

The invention relates to a dry alarm valve station of a fire-extinguishing facility. According to the invention, the dry alarm valve station comprises an alarm valve, an alarm line connected to the alarm valve, an alarm mechanism, preferably comprising an alarm pressure switch, which is connected to the alarm line and designed to trigger an alarm signal when a pre-determined fluid pressure is reached in the alarm line, and comprises a pressure-operated valve which is connected between the alarm mechanism and the alarm valve, is controlled by means of a control chamber and designed to block the alarm line as long as the pre-determined control pressure is reached in the control chamber, and to release same when the pre-determined control pressure is not reached in the control chamber.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/64 - Pipe-line systems pressurised
• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• A62C 35/60 - Pipe-line systems wet, i.e. containing extinguishing material even when not in use

Abstract

The invention relates to a flow indicator and an associated installation method for detecting fluid flows in a fluid channel (2), comprising a closure element (3) made of an elastic material, which is designed to be arranged in the fluid channel (2) and to seal a cross section of the fluid channel (2) in an idle state, in which no fluid flows through the fluid channel (2), and a detector element (4), which is arranged spaced apart from the closure element, wherein the closure element (3) is designed to be in a blocking position in the idle state, and to be in a release position in a flow state, wherein the closure element (3) has a retaining element (31) at least in portions, which comprises magnetic or magnetizable material, wherein the detector element (4) is designed, on the basis of the magnetic field of the retaining element (31), to provide a flow signal as a function of the position of the closure element (3). According to the invention, limitations in respect of the installation position and the detectable flow direction are avoided.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01F 1/28 - Measuring the volume flow or mass flow of fluid or fluent solid material wherein the fluid passes through a meter in a continuous flow by using mechanical effects by detection of dynamic effects of the flow by drag-force, e.g. vane type or impact flowmeter
• G01F 1/26 - Measuring the volume flow or mass flow of fluid or fluent solid material wherein the fluid passes through a meter in a continuous flow by using mechanical effects by detection of dynamic effects of the flow by variable-area meters of the valve type
• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• F16K 37/00 - Special means in or on valves or other cut-off apparatus for indicating or recording operation thereof, or for enabling an alarm to be given

Abstract

The invention relates to a device (1) for activating a sprinkler (4), said device having a housing (2) with an inlet opening (21) and an outlet opening (22), wherein at least some parts of the sprinkler can be accommodated inside the housing via the inlet opening (21); the housing (2) also has an activation opening (23) which is positioned such that a heating current can flow through the activation opening (23) to a heat-sensitive element of the sprinkler (4), said element being positionable inside the housing (2). The device (1) and a corresponding system and method allow improved checking of the functioning of sprinklers (4) and sprinkler systems.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 37/50 - Testing or indicating devices for determining the state of readiness of the equipment
• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• A62C 37/11 - Releasing means, e.g. electrically released heat-sensitive
• A62C 35/60 - Pipe-line systems wet, i.e. containing extinguishing material even when not in use
• A62C 35/64 - Pipe-line systems pressurised

Abstract

The invention relates to a fire extinguishing system valve (1), in particular wet alarm valve, dry alarm valve or spray water valve, provided with a housing (3) comprising a fluid inlet chamber (9), a fluid outlet chamber (11) and a closing body (13) that can be moved back and forth and which is mounted between a locked position and a release position. The fluid inlet chamber (9) and the fluid outlet chamber (11) communicate directly with each other in a fluid-conducting manner when the closing body in the release position, and the closing body (13), when locked, prevents the direct communication between the fluid inlet chamber (9) and the fluid outlet chamber (11). According to the invention, a housing (3) comprises a dedicated discharge channel (30) which comprises at least one inlet (30a, b) connected to the fluid outlet chamber (11) and an outlet (30c) leading out from the housing (3) of the fire extinguishing system valve (1), and which is integrated in the housing (3).

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• F16K 37/00 - Special means in or on valves or other cut-off apparatus for indicating or recording operation thereof, or for enabling an alarm to be given
• A62C 37/50 - Testing or indicating devices for determining the state of readiness of the equipment

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for producing a compressed-air foam and to a corresponding device. The method comprises making available extinguishing water to which a foaming agent has been admixed, and foaming the extinguishing water containing the admixed foaming agent while adding compressed gas, said compressed gas comprising a chemical extinguishing agent. The method and the device according to the invention make it possible to produce an effective extinguishing foam, owing to the inhibitory action of the chemical extinguishing agent.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 5/027 - Heavy foam
• A62C 5/02 - Making of fire-extinguishing materials immediately before use of foam
• A62C 5/00 - Making of fire-extinguishing materials immediately before use
• A62C 31/00 - Delivery of fire-extinguishing material
• A62C 31/02 - Nozzles specially adapted for fire-extinguishing
• A62C 31/12 - Nozzles specially adapted for fire-extinguishing for delivering foam or atomized foam

Abstract

The invention relates to a fire extinguishing system valve (2) comprising a housing (4), a fluid inlet chamber (26) provided in the housing (4), a fluid outlet chamber (24) provided in the housing (4), a closing body (28) that can be moved back and forth between a locked position (32) and a release position (34). The closing body, when locked (32), prevents a direct communication between the fluid inlet chamber (26) and the fluid outlet chamber (24) and in the release position (34), the fluid inlet chamber (26) communicates directly and in a fluid-conducting manner with the fluid outlet chamber (24). The invention relates, in particular to a fire extinguishing system valve (2) comprising a sensor device (18) for directly monitoring the position of the closing body (28).

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• F16K 37/00 - Special means in or on valves or other cut-off apparatus for indicating or recording operation thereof, or for enabling an alarm to be given

Abstract

The invention relates to a fire extinguishing system valve (1), having a housing (2), a fluid inlet chamber (11) provided in the housing (2), a fluid outlet chamber (13) provided in the housing (2), and a closing body (9) which can be moved back and forth between a blocked state and a released state. In the blocked state, the closing body (9) prevents a direct flow of fluid between the fluid inlet chamber (11) and the fluid outlet chamber (13) and in the released position, said closing body (9) connects the fluid inlet chamber (11) to the fluid outlet chamber (13) directly in a fluid-conducting manner. According to the invention, the fire extinguishing system valve (1) has at least one manometer (15, 17), which is operatively connected to the fluid inlet chamber (11) or fluid outlet chamber (13) and is mounted on the housing (2), and a ventilation device (21) for the at least one manometer (15, 17), said ventilation device (21) being integrated in the housing (2).

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/00 - Permanently-installed equipment
• A62C 35/58 - Pipe-line systems
• A62C 35/60 - Pipe-line systems wet, i.e. containing extinguishing material even when not in use
• A62C 35/62 - Pipe-line systems dry, i.e. empty of extinguishing material when not in use
• A62C 35/64 - Pipe-line systems pressurised
• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for checking the implementation of maintenance works on a fire extinguishing system, wherein an identifier (3) is provided that contains a radio identification means such as a transponder chip or NFC tag which is rigidly connected to a unit (2) requiring maintenance in the fire extinguishing system in such a way that it is impossible to remove the identifier (3) nondestructively from the unit requiring maintenance, wherein the identifier (3) contains data of the unit (2) requiring maintenance, and the unit requiring maintenance is part of the fire extinguishing system and must be uninstalled in order for maintenance to take place, wherein a reader unit (8) is provided by means of which the identifier of the unit (2) requiring maintenance and the data thereof can be read, and the identifier (3) is arranged to be concealed or shielded on the unit (2) requiring maintenance such that the data of the identifier cannot be read by the reader unit (8) when said unit (2) requiring maintenance has not been uninstalled.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 37/50 - Testing or indicating devices for determining the state of readiness of the equipment
• A62C 99/00 - Subject matter not provided for in other groups of this subclass

Abstract

b) for swirling up solids (9) in the extinguishing fluid and/or for generating an extinguishing fluid flow within a measurement zone (11) of the line system (3), wherein a measuring device (5) for sensing the solids which are swirled up and/or conveyed through the measurement zone with the extinguishing fluid flow is arranged within the measurement zone (11). The invention also relates to a method for monitoring the function of a mist extinguishing system (1).

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/58 - Pipe-line systems
• A62C 35/60 - Pipe-line systems wet, i.e. containing extinguishing material even when not in use
• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• A62C 37/50 - Testing or indicating devices for determining the state of readiness of the equipment

Abstract

l) according to a first drilling pattern and/or a second drilling pattern. The invention further relates to a method for producing a flange (100). In addition, the invention relates to a flange blank (1).

IPC Classes  ?

• F16L 23/032 - Flanged joints the flanges being connected by members tensioned axially characterised by the shape or composition of the flanges
• B22D 25/02 - Special casting characterised by the nature of the product by its peculiarity of shapeSpecial casting characterised by the nature of the product of works of art
• B23B 41/00 - Boring or drilling machines or devices specially adapted for particular workAccessories specially adapted therefor

Abstract

The invention relates to an alarm valve station (1) for a fire alarm system (100), having an alarm valve (3) with an extinguishing fluid inlet (5) and an extinguishing fluid outlet (7), wherein the alarm valve (3) is set up for selectively releasing or blocking the extinguishing fluid flow between the extinguishing fluid inlet (5) and the extinguishing fluid outlet (7), having a pressure sensor (11) which is in a fluid-communication with the alarm valve (3) and which is configured to detect a change in pressure and for converting this into an electrical alarm signal (13), and having an alarm delay device (15) for delaying the alarm signal. It is proposed according to the invention that the alarm delay device (15) is designed as an electrical alarm delay device (15) and is connected in signal-communication with the pressure sensor (11).

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• G08B 17/04 - Hydraulic or pneumatic actuation of the alarm, e.g. by change of fluid pressure
• A62C 37/36 - Control of fire-fighting equipment an actuating signal being generated by a sensor separate from an outlet device
• A62C 37/44 - Control of fire-fighting equipment an actuating signal being generated by a sensor separate from an outlet device only the sensor being in the danger zone

Abstract

The invention relates to a condition monitoring unit for a fire detection and/or extinguishing control unit. The condition monitoring unit comprises at least one current circuit connection for connecting the condition monitoring unit to at least one current circuit, wherein the current circuit has at least one participant which detects an event. The condition monitoring unit further comprises a measuring device for measuring values of currents and/or voltages at the current circuit connection and an analysis unit in which one or more threshold values can be stored. The analysis unit is designed to detect, in an operating mode at least, an event in which values of currents and/or voltages measured by the measuring device exceed or fall below the at least threshold value. The condition monitoring unit further comprises a memory unit or an interface for transmitting data to an external memory unit, wherein the condition monitoring unit is designed to store values of the currents and/or voltages measured by the measuring device in the memory unit, in a learning mode at least, or to output the values via the interface to the external memory unit and to determine or change the threshold values depending on the stored values of the currents and/or voltages. The invention also relates to a method for determining threshold values for a condition monitoring unit for a fire detection and/or extinguishing control unit, to a fire detection and/or extinguishing control unit and to a fire detection system.

IPC Classes  ?

• G08B 29/14 - Checking intermittently signalling or alarm systems checking the detection circuits
• G08B 29/26 - Self-calibration, e.g. compensating for environmental drift or ageing of components by updating and storing reference thresholds
• G08B 17/10 - Actuation by presence of smoke or gases
• G08B 17/00 - Fire alarmsAlarms responsive to explosion
• G08B 25/01 - Alarm systems in which the location of the alarm condition is signalled to a central station, e.g. fire or police telegraphic systems characterised by the transmission medium
• G08B 25/14 - Central alarm receiver or annunciator arrangements
• G08B 25/04 - Alarm systems in which the location of the alarm condition is signalled to a central station, e.g. fire or police telegraphic systems characterised by the transmission medium using a single signalling line, e.g. in a closed loop
• G08B 26/00 - Alarm systems in which substations are interrogated in succession by a central station
• G08B 13/00 - Burglar, theft or intruder alarms
• G01R 31/28 - Testing of electronic circuits, e.g. by signal tracer

Abstract

The invention relates to an adapter (1) for connecting a container (105) for a fire-extinguishing agent to a pipeline connection (103) of a fire extinguishing system (100) in a fluid-guiding manner, with a first connection (5a) designed so as to be connected to a correspondingly embodied connection (107) of the container (105) for a fire-extinguishing agent, and a second connection (5b) designed to be connected to a corresponding pipeline connection (103). The adapter particularly comprises a rigid pipe connection (3) that has a variable length and extends along a longitudinal axis (L), the first connection (5a) and the second connection (5b) being respectively attached to the pipe connection (3) in an articulated manner.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/02 - Permanently-installed equipment with containers for delivering the extinguishing substance
• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for localising an earth fault of a fire protection system (1), and to a fire alarm system and/or a fire-extinguishing control station (10) with a plurality of connection points (60a1, 60a2, 60b1, 60b2, 60c1, 60c2, 60d1, 60d2, 60e1, 60e2, 60f1, 60f2, 60g1, 60g2), a central unit (31) and an earth fault detection module (30). Accoring to the invention, at least one subscriber can be connected to each connection point (60a1, 60a2, 60b1, 60b2, 60c1, 60c2, 60d1, 60d2, 60e1, 60e2, 60f1, 60f2, 60g1, 60g2) by means of a connection line (23a-c, 24, 25, 26, 27). The method comprises the following steps during or following the detection of an earth fault by the earth fault detection module (30): disconnection of the connection lines of one, a plurality or all of the connection points (60a1, 60a2, 60b1, 60b2, 60c1, 60c2, 60d1, 60d2, 60e1, 60e2, 60f1, 60f2, 60g1, 60g2) by opening switching elements (16a-16g) until at least no earth faults can be detected by the earth fault detection module (30), and then connection of the connection lines (23a-c, 24, 25, 26, 27) one after the other at each connection point by closing the respective switching element (16a-16g).

IPC Classes  ?

• H02H 3/04 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal electric working condition, with or without subsequent reconnection Details with warning or supervision in addition to disconnection, e.g. for indicating that protective apparatus has functioned
• H02H 3/16 - Emergency protective circuit arrangements for automatic disconnection directly responsive to an undesired change from normal electric working condition, with or without subsequent reconnection responsive to fault current to earth, frame or mass
• G08B 25/04 - Alarm systems in which the location of the alarm condition is signalled to a central station, e.g. fire or police telegraphic systems characterised by the transmission medium using a single signalling line, e.g. in a closed loop

Abstract

A sprinkler (1), includes a sprinkler housing, a fluid channel which is provided in the sprinkler housing and has a fluid inlet (10) and at least one fluid outlet (8), a closure element (4), which is movable from a blocking position into a release position, wherein the closure element (4) closes the fluid channel in the blocking position and releases same in the release position, a thermally activatable triggering element (25), which keeps the closure element (4) in the blocking position until thermally activated, and a sealing element (5), which is arranged between the sprinkler housing and the closure element (4) and is designed to close the fluid channel in a fluid-tight manner in the blocking position. A sealing element (5) is radially and axially compressed in the blocking position in order to apply the sealing effect.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• A62C 37/14 - Releasing means, e.g. electrically released heat-sensitive with frangible vessels
• A62C 31/02 - Nozzles specially adapted for fire-extinguishing

Abstract

The invention relates to a fire-extinguishing facility (1) comprising an extinguishing fluid line (13, 15) for transporting an extinguishing fluid, a plurality of sprinklers (3, 3') connected to the extinguishing fluid line in a fluid-guiding manner, which are closed in a standby state, and open in an extinguishing state in order to supply the extinguishing fluid, and a flow-measuring device (5) associated with the extinguishing fluid line (13, 15). According to the invention, the flow-measuring device (5) is designed to approximately detect a volume flow of the extinguishing fluid transported in the extinguishing fluid line (13, 15), and an evaluation unit is provided and designed to associate a number of open sprinkers (3') with the approximately detected volume flow.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• A62C 35/60 - Pipe-line systems wet, i.e. containing extinguishing material even when not in use
• G01F 1/00 - Measuring the volume flow or mass flow of fluid or fluent solid material wherein the fluid passes through a meter in a continuous flow

Abstract

The invention relates to a sprinkler housing (50) for a sprinkler (1), in particular for operating pressures above 16 bar, comprising a fluid channel (12) which is provided in the sprinkler housing (50) and has a fluid inlet (10) and at least one fluid outlet (8), a closure element (4), which is movable from a blocking position into a release position in a release direction (A), wherein the closure element (4) closes the fluid channel (12) in the blocking position and releases same in the release position, a sealing element (5), which is mounted on the closure element (4) and is designed to close the fluid channel (12) in a fluid-tight manner in the blocking position, wherein a protective chamber in which the sealing element (5) is arranged is defined between the closure element (4) and the recess (17) in the release position.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 37/14 - Releasing means, e.g. electrically released heat-sensitive with frangible vessels

Abstract

The present invention relates to a housing for a fire alarm and/or extinguishing control station having a housing body (20), which comprises an opening (22) on a front side (24), a housing door (30) for closing the opening (22) and a hinge arrangement (40), which is configured to allow opening and closing of the housing door (30). The housing door (30) has an outer face (32), which faces an observer when the housing body (20) is closed and an inner face (34) which is opposite the outer face (32), wherein the housing door (30) has an indicator and/or operating component (36) on the outer face (32). The hinge arrangement (40) has a first axis of rotation (41) and parallel thereto a second axis of rotation (42) and is designed such that the first and the second axes of rotation (42) can be rotated in opposing directions when the housing door (30) is opened such that the outer face (32) of the housing door (30) and an interior (12) of the housing (10) are simultaneously facing the observer when the housing (10) is in the open state.

IPC Classes  ?

• H05K 5/00 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus
• H05K 5/02 - Casings, cabinets or drawers for electric apparatus Details

Abstract

The disclosure relates to an automatic fire extinguishing system. It includes a hazard alarm control unit having a housing, a first electronic assembly and a second electronic assembly which is formed on an outside as an operating and display front panel without a display and has switching elements and luminous indicators and is formed on an inside as an commissioning and configuration unit which comprises configuration parameter selector and a first optical display. The second electronic assembly is connected to the first electronic assembly in a signal-conducting manner and set up such that the set configuration parameters of the configuration parameter selector are accepted by the first electronic assembly for holding and processing in at least one configuration module. The invention also relates to a method for commissioning and configuring an automatic fire extinguishing system.

IPC Classes  ?

• G08B 17/00 - Fire alarmsAlarms responsive to explosion
• A62C 37/40 - Control of fire-fighting equipment an actuating signal being generated by a sensor separate from an outlet device by both sensor and actuator, e.g. valve, being in the danger zone with electric connection between sensor and actuator
• G08B 25/14 - Central alarm receiver or annunciator arrangements
• A62C 37/36 - Control of fire-fighting equipment an actuating signal being generated by a sensor separate from an outlet device

Abstract

a) reciprocable between a blocking state and a release state, wherein the fluid inlet chamber (8) and the fluid outlet chamber (9) are separated from each other in the blocking state and communicate with each other in fluid-conducting relationship in the release state. At least one pressure sensor (6) is integrated in the housing (2, 3).

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 37/50 - Testing or indicating devices for determining the state of readiness of the equipment
• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• A62C 37/44 - Control of fire-fighting equipment an actuating signal being generated by a sensor separate from an outlet device only the sensor being in the danger zone
• F16K 37/00 - Special means in or on valves or other cut-off apparatus for indicating or recording operation thereof, or for enabling an alarm to be given
• F16K 27/02 - Construction of housingsUse of materials therefor of lift valves
• F16K 1/20 - Lift valves, i.e. cut-off apparatus with closure members having at least a component of their opening and closing motion perpendicular to the closing faces with pivoted closure members with pivoted discs or flaps with axis of rotation arranged externally of valve member
• A62C 35/60 - Pipe-line systems wet, i.e. containing extinguishing material even when not in use
• F16K 15/03 - Check valves with guided rigid valve members with a hinged closure member
• F16K 27/12 - Covers for housings

Abstract

A sectional valve includes a working valve and a control valve, which controls the working valve. In order to permit a greater flexibility with respect to possible settings and/or use or operation by comparison to known solutions, it is proposed, for example, that the control valve have a control spring (34, 34′), which presses the anchor (5) onto the control valve seat (17), and against which the control coil (26) lifts the anchor (5) from the control valve seat (17), a permanent magnet (29), which in an actuation state is configured to hold the anchor (5) lifted from the control valve seat (17) by the core (35), and a magnet holder (28), in and/or on which the permanent magnet (29) is held in the actuation state, and which permits a distance from the permanent magnet (29), and/or that the control valve is configured to variably position the core (35) along a force generated by the control spring (34, 34′).

IPC Classes  ?

• F16K 31/08 - Operating meansReleasing devices electricOperating meansReleasing devices magnetic using a magnet using a permanent magnet
• F16K 37/00 - Special means in or on valves or other cut-off apparatus for indicating or recording operation thereof, or for enabling an alarm to be given
• F16K 1/42 - Valve seats
• F16K 31/06 - Operating meansReleasing devices electricOperating meansReleasing devices magnetic using a magnet
• F16K 31/40 - Operating meansReleasing devices actuated by fluid in which fluid from the conduit is constantly supplied to the fluid motor with electrically-actuated member in the discharge of the motor
• F16K 31/363 - Operating meansReleasing devices actuated by fluid in which fluid from the conduit is constantly supplied to the fluid motor the fluid acting on a piston

Abstract

The invention relates to a valve (100), comprising a valve housing (3) having a fluid inlet chamber (21) and a fluid outlet chamber (23), a valve seat (12) arranged between the fluid inlet chamber (21) and the fluid outlet chamber (23), and a closure body (50) that can be moved back and forth between a release position and a blocking position, wherein the closure body (50) is in fluid-tight contact with the valve seat (12) in the blocking position, and wherein the fluid inlet chamber (21) and the fluid outlet chamber (23) are fluidically connected to one another in the release position. According to the invention, the valve seat (12) and the closure body (50) each have a sealing surface (13a, b), which are opposite one another in the blocked state, as well as an elastically deformable sealing element (4) arranged between the sealing surfaces (13a, b) in the blocked state, which completely spans one of the sealing surfaces.

IPC Classes  ?

• F16K 1/20 - Lift valves, i.e. cut-off apparatus with closure members having at least a component of their opening and closing motion perpendicular to the closing faces with pivoted closure members with pivoted discs or flaps with axis of rotation arranged externally of valve member
• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• F16K 25/02 - Arrangements using fluid issuing from valve members or seats

Abstract

The invention relates to a constant-pressure valve (45), in particular for an alarm valve station (100) of a sprinkler system (200), said valve comprising a fluid inlet (16), a fluid outlet (15), a flow channel between the fluid inlet and the fluid outlet, a control plunger (3, 8) which is disposed in the flow channel and can move back-and-forth between a stand-by position and a release position, the plunger comprising a first plunger face (S) facing the flow channel and a second plunger face (S2). According to the invention, the constant-pressure valve has a switching chamber which is separate from the flow channel and which has a switching-pressure inlet (4) that is fluidically connected to the switching chamber, the second plunger face (S2) facing the switching chamber (4a). The constant-pressure valve (45) has a securing element (21) which is coupled to the control plunger (3, 8) of the constant-pressure valve (45) and which, in the stand-by position, absorbs the forces acting on the first plunger face (S) of the control plunger (3, 8).

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• F16K 31/126 - Operating meansReleasing devices actuated by fluid the fluid acting on a diaphragm, bellows, or the like
• F16K 31/56 - Mechanical actuating means without stable intermediate position, e.g. with snap action
• A62C 35/60 - Pipe-line systems wet, i.e. containing extinguishing material even when not in use
• F16K 37/00 - Special means in or on valves or other cut-off apparatus for indicating or recording operation thereof, or for enabling an alarm to be given
• A62C 37/44 - Control of fire-fighting equipment an actuating signal being generated by a sensor separate from an outlet device only the sensor being in the danger zone
• F16K 31/00 - Operating meansReleasing devices

Goods & Services

Fire-extinguishing compositions and fire-proving preparations of all kinds. Optical, measuring, signalling, controlling (supervision) and life-saving apparatus and instruments, in particular for fire extinguishing technology, fire protection technology and security technology; electrical apparatus and instruments, namely for fire extinguishing technology, fire protection technology and security technology; apparatus for recording, transmission or reproduction of images or sound; stationary and mobile fire-extinguishing apparatus, systems and installations, in particular fire extinguishers and fire-extinguishing installations mainly consisting of fire detection devices having fire detection elements, fire alarm centres and control centres, extinguishing agent stockpiling, container valves and section valves with actuators, pneumatic and mechanical control devices, electric and mechanical monitoring apparatus and extinguishing devices, constructed from piping, having extinguishing nozzles and fire-extinguishing apparatus mainly consisting of fire detection devices or manual triggering devices, extinguishing agent supply, nozzle tubes and extinguishing nozzles and fire prevention systems for preventing fires and for protecting against fire, smoke, fume or gas production mainly consisting of generating/supplying an oxygen-reduced atmosphere, valves, pipe networks, nozzles, electric and electronic apparatus, monitoring apparatus, indicators and controllers and installations constructed therefrom for fire protection (included in class 09); smoke detectors, gas detectors and other detectors, alarms, alarm sirens and remote control apparatus therefor; gas detection apparatus, data processing equipment and software for fire protection. Installation, maintenance and repair of mobile and stationary fire-extinguishing systems, fire protection systems and security installations. Planning of mobile and stationary fire-extinguishing systems, fire protection systems and security installations; planning and commissioning of mobile and stationary fire-extinguishing systems, fire protection systems and security installations.

Abstract

The invention relates to a fire extinguishing system valve (1), in particular a wet alarm valve, dry alarm valve or spray water valve, having a housing (2, 3) that has a fluid inlet chamber (8), a fluid outlet chamber (9) and a closing body (4a) that can be moved back and forth between a blocked state and a release state, wherein the fluid inlet chamber (8) and the fluid outlet chamber (9) communicate directly with each other in a fluid-conducting manner in the release state, and the closing body (4a) prevents direct communication between the fluid inlet chamber (8) and the fluid outlet chamber (9) in the blocked state, characterised by a bypass line (10) integrated in the housing, which bypass line is connected in a fluid-conducting manner to the fluid inlet chamber (8) and to the fluid outlet chamber (9).

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/60 - Pipe-line systems wet, i.e. containing extinguishing material even when not in use
• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• A62C 37/50 - Testing or indicating devices for determining the state of readiness of the equipment

Abstract

The invention relates to a hazard alarm control unit having a housing (1), having a first electronic assembly (2) which is releasably fastened in the housing (1) and comprises a central processing unit (3) which is configured to execute stored programming instructions including at least one configuration module, and also a detector signal acquisition unit (4) and a controlling unit (5). The hazard alarm control unit also has a second electronic assembly (6) which is formed on an outside (10) as an operating and display front panel without a display and has switching elements (7) and luminous indicators (8) and is formed on an inside (9) as an commissioning and configuration unit (11) which comprises configuration parameter selector (12, 13, 14, 15) and a first optical display (20), the second electronic assembly (6) being connected to the first electronic assembly in a signal-conducting manner and being set up such that the set configuration parameters of the configuration parameter selector (12, 13, 14, 15) are accepted by the first electronic assembly for holding and processing in the at least one configuration module. The invention also relates to a method for commissioning and configuring a hazard alarm control unit.

IPC Classes  ?

• G08B 17/00 - Fire alarmsAlarms responsive to explosion
• A62C 37/36 - Control of fire-fighting equipment an actuating signal being generated by a sensor separate from an outlet device
• A62C 37/40 - Control of fire-fighting equipment an actuating signal being generated by a sensor separate from an outlet device by both sensor and actuator, e.g. valve, being in the danger zone with electric connection between sensor and actuator

Abstract

A method for extinguishing objects or appliances, in which, once a fire signal has been detected at point in time t1, a first device (17) providing an extinguishing agent is triggered, for discharging a liquid synthetic extinguishing agent (14), via a separating device (8), a common conveying pipe (9) and at least one nozzle (10), and, once a second fire signal has been detected at point in time t2, a second device (18) providing an extinguishing agent is triggered for discharging water (3) or a water-based extinguishing agent via the separating device (8), the common conveying pipe (9) and the at least one nozzle (10) for extinguishing. A system is also provided for extinguishing objects or appliances.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/13 - Permanently-installed equipment with containers for delivering the extinguishing substance controlled by a signal from the danger zone with a finite supply of extinguishing material
• G08B 17/00 - Fire alarmsAlarms responsive to explosion
• A62C 99/00 - Subject matter not provided for in other groups of this subclass
• A62C 37/44 - Control of fire-fighting equipment an actuating signal being generated by a sensor separate from an outlet device only the sensor being in the danger zone
• A62C 37/36 - Control of fire-fighting equipment an actuating signal being generated by a sensor separate from an outlet device
• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• A62C 35/11 - Permanently-installed equipment with containers for delivering the extinguishing substance controlled by a signal from the danger zone
• A62C 35/02 - Permanently-installed equipment with containers for delivering the extinguishing substance

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for supporting the implementation and/or maintenance of a central fire alarm system and/or fire extinguishing control centre (12), comprising a central control unit (30), several functional modules (14a-14g) and at least one data interface (36). A display unit (40) is connected to the central control unit (30) by means of the data interface (36) and an information mode, which can be activated and deactivated, is respectively associated with each functional module (14a-14g). Information is backed up for each functional module (14a-14g), and by activating the information mode of a functional module (14a-14g), the backed up information of the functional module (14s-14g) which has been activated, is represented on the display unit (40) or tablet (44). The invention further relates to a system for carrying out said method and a functional module.

IPC Classes  ?

• G08B 25/04 - Alarm systems in which the location of the alarm condition is signalled to a central station, e.g. fire or police telegraphic systems characterised by the transmission medium using a single signalling line, e.g. in a closed loop

Abstract

The invention relates to a control system (10) of a fire-extinguishing installation having: at least one control line (11) for controlling a control process of the fire-extinguishing installation, the control line (11) being depressurised in a rest mode, and a control pressure being applied to the control line (11) in a control mode; and a safety device (12) which is connected to the control line (11) so as to conduct fluid and has a pressure equalisation chamber (13) in which a retaining element (3) and a movable closure element (2) are arranged. According to the invention, the closure element (2) is arranged in the pressure equalisation chamber (13) such that it can be displaced between a first end position and a second end position, and the retaining element (3) is designed to exert a restoring force on the closure element (2) in the direction of the first end position, wherein the restoring force on the closure element (2) in the second end position of the closure element (2) is greater than the weight force of the closure element (2) and in the first end position of the closure element (2) is smaller than a compressive force which acts on the closure element (2) in control mode and is dependent on the control pressure.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• A62C 37/00 - Control of fire-fighting equipment
• F16K 31/08 - Operating meansReleasing devices electricOperating meansReleasing devices magnetic using a magnet using a permanent magnet

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for testing a fire protection component (1) of a fire protection structure (11). Said method comprises the steps of (a) providing an unmanned vehicle (2), (b) having a navigation control unit (3) of the unmanned vehicle (2) navigate the unmanned vehicle (2) to the fire protection component (1) to be tested, and (c) performing the test on the fire protection component (1) by means of a testing device (20) on the unmanned vehicle (2). The invention further relates to an unmanned vehicle (2) for testing a fire protection component (1) of a fire protection structure (11) as well as to a fire protection system comprising an unmanned vehicle of said type for carrying out the disclosed method.

IPC Classes  ?

• G08B 17/00 - Fire alarmsAlarms responsive to explosion
• G08B 29/18 - Prevention or correction of operating errors
• G08B 29/14 - Checking intermittently signalling or alarm systems checking the detection circuits
• B64C 39/02 - Aircraft not otherwise provided for characterised by special use

Abstract

The invention relates to an unmanned vehicle (2) for initiating a fire extinguishing action, comprising a vehicle sensor unit (6) for detecting a fire parameter KF of a vehicle monitoring region (8), a signal receiving unit (10) for receiving an instruction signal SI representing a reference fire status ZR for a fire detector monitoring region (12) of a stationary fire detector (14) and a target location (16), and a navigation control unit (18) for navigating the vehicle (2) to the target location (16) based on the instruction signal SI, such that the vehicle monitoring region (8) and the fire detector monitoring region (12) overlap, wherein the vehicle (2) is configured to detect the fire parameter KF at the target location (16) by means of the vehicle sensor unit (6) as a verification fire parameter KV of the fire detector monitoring region (12), wherein the vehicle (2) is configured for determining a verification fire status ZV by evaluating the verification fire parameter KV, wherein the vehicle (2) is configured to determine the reference fire status ZR as a verified reference fire status ZVR, if the reference fire status ZR and the verification fire status ZV sufficiently correspond, and to initiate a fire extinguishing action in the event of a verified reference fire status ZVR. The invention also relates to a system (20) having a vehicle (2) of this type, as well as a corresponding method.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 27/00 - Fire-fighting land vehicles
• A62C 3/02 - Fire prevention, containment or extinguishing specially adapted for particular objects or places for area conflagrations, e.g. forest fires, subterranean fires
• A62C 3/00 - Fire prevention, containment or extinguishing specially adapted for particular objects or places

Abstract

The invention relates to an unmanned vehicle (2) for initiating a fire extinguishing action, having the following: a vehicle sensor unit (6) for detecting a fire characteristic variable KF of a monitored vehicle region (8), a vehicle communication unit (10) for receiving an instruction signal Si which represents a detected fire, a destination location (16), and/or a destination region (137), and a navigation control unit (18) for navigating the vehicle (2) to the destination location (16) on the basis of the instruction signal Si. The vehicle (2) is configured to detect the fire characteristic variable Kp at the destination location (16) as a verification fire characteristic variable Kv of the monitored fire detection region (12) by means of the vehicle sensor unit (6) and to determine a verification fire state Zy by analyzing the verification fire characteristic variable Ky, and the vehicle (2) is designed and/or configured to initiate a fire extinguishing action when the verification fire state Zy has been determined. The invention additionally relates to a system (20) comprising such a vehicle (2) and to a corresponding method.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 3/02 - Fire prevention, containment or extinguishing specially adapted for particular objects or places for area conflagrations, e.g. forest fires, subterranean fires
• A62C 27/00 - Fire-fighting land vehicles
• A62C 3/00 - Fire prevention, containment or extinguishing specially adapted for particular objects or places

Abstract

The invention relates to a system (20) for determining a verified fire status, comprising an unmanned vehicle (2) having a vehicle sensor unit (6) for detecting a fire parameter KF, a central unit (22) for transmitting an instruction signal SI to the vehicle, and a stationary fire detector (14) having a fire detector sensor unit (28) for detecting a reference fire parameter KR of a fire detector monitoring region (12), wherein the fire detector (14) is designed for determining a reference fire status ZR and for transmitting a corresponding fire detector signal SB to the central unit (22), wherein the vehicle (2) is designed to navigate to the target location (16) based on the transmitted instruction signal SI, to detect the fire parameter KF as a verification fire parameter KV of the fire detector monitoring region (12) at the target location (16), and to determine a corresponding verification fire status ZV, and wherein the vehicle (2) is designed for transmitting a corresponding verification signal SV to the central unit (22), which can determine the reference fire status ZR as a verified reference fire status ZVR in the event that the reference fire status ZR and the verification fire status ZV correspond. The invention also relates to a vehicle, a method and a central unit, each corresponding to the system (20).

IPC Classes  ?

• G08B 17/00 - Fire alarmsAlarms responsive to explosion
• G08B 29/18 - Prevention or correction of operating errors

Abstract

The invention relates to a fire extinguishing device (1;1') for installing in an area (200) and for fighting fires in multiple sectors of the area, comprising a housing (7) with an extinguishing fluid inlet (3), wherein the housing has multiple extinguishing fluid outlets (5a-f) that are fluidically connected to the extinguishing fluid inlet. According to the invention, the extinguishing fluid outlets (5a-f) are equipped to deliver an extinguishing fluid along individual extinguishing fluid trajectories (101a-f), and are fixed and oriented on the housing in such a way that the respective extinguishing fluid trajectories originating from said outlets cover different sectors (203a-f) of the area. A control element (17a-f) is allocated to each extinguishing fluid outlet in order to selectively release or block the connection between extinguishing fluid inlet and extinguishing fluid outlet.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 31/05 - Nozzles specially adapted for fire-extinguishing with two or more outlets
• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• A62C 37/38 - Control of fire-fighting equipment an actuating signal being generated by a sensor separate from an outlet device by both sensor and actuator, e.g. valve, being in the danger zone
• A62C 37/46 - Construction of the actuator

Abstract

The present invention relates to a water spray valve set for a nozzle pipe system belonging to a fire-extinguishing system, said valve set comprising: a water spray valve having a fluid inlet to be connected to a water supply, a fluid outlet to be connected to the nozzle pipe system, and a closing element arranged between the fluid inlet and the fluid outlet, said closing element being movable back and forth between a blocking position and a release position, in which blocking position the fluid inlet and fluid outlet are separated from one another, and in which release position they are fluidically connected; a control line connected to a control pressure supply; and at least one first control valve for controlling the control pressure in the control line (20), said control line being operatively connected to the closing element such that, in response to the control valve being actuated, the closing element is held in the blocking position or is in a release position. According to the invention, a relief line is provided which is connected to the control valve. The control valve is designed so that, when actuated, it releases pressure from the control line via the relief line, thereby moving the closing element to the release position, and breaks the fluidic connection between the control pressure supply and the closing element.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems

Abstract

The invention relates to a hazard detector for an evaluation unit (12, 14), e.g. a fire detector- and/or extinguishing control panel (12). The hazard detector (10) comprises a housing (16), with at least one sensor unit (22) or a sensor interface for connecting the sensor unit (22) for detecting a hazard parameter. The hazard detector (10) also comprises a first electronic assembly (26), electrically connected to the sensor unit (22) or the sensor interface, for processing sensor signals from the sensor unit (22) and a second electronic assembly (30), which is connected to at least one first interface (38) for electrically connecting the second electronic assembly (30) to a remote evaluation unit (12, 14). The first electronic assembly (26) and the second electronic assembly (30) comprise a wireless data connection (32) for transmitting the processed sensor signals at least from the first electronic assembly (26) to the second electronic assembly (30). At least the first electronic assembly (26) and the second electronic assembly (30) are positioned inside the housing (16). The invention also relates to a method for transmitting hazard signals and to a system comprising the hazard detector (10).

IPC Classes  ?

• G08B 17/00 - Fire alarmsAlarms responsive to explosion
• G08B 25/10 - Alarm systems in which the location of the alarm condition is signalled to a central station, e.g. fire or police telegraphic systems characterised by the transmission medium using wireless transmission systems

Abstract

a) reciprocable between a blocking state and a release state, wherein the fluid inlet chamber (8) and the fluid outlet chamber (9) are separated from each other in the blocking state and communicate with each other in fluid-conducting relationship in the release state, one or more sensors, and an electronic evaluation unit (50) which is integrated in the housing (2, 3), arranged externally on the housing or arranged in the proximity of the fire extinguishing system valve (1), wherein the evaluation unit (50) is connected in signal-conducting relationship to the sensor or sensors for receiving data, is adapted for data processing into: state information and/or operating instructions and is adapted to transmit the state information and/or operating instructions to a display unit (40).

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 37/50 - Testing or indicating devices for determining the state of readiness of the equipment
• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• A62C 37/44 - Control of fire-fighting equipment an actuating signal being generated by a sensor separate from an outlet device only the sensor being in the danger zone
• F16K 37/00 - Special means in or on valves or other cut-off apparatus for indicating or recording operation thereof, or for enabling an alarm to be given
• F16K 27/02 - Construction of housingsUse of materials therefor of lift valves
• F16K 1/20 - Lift valves, i.e. cut-off apparatus with closure members having at least a component of their opening and closing motion perpendicular to the closing faces with pivoted closure members with pivoted discs or flaps with axis of rotation arranged externally of valve member
• A62C 35/60 - Pipe-line systems wet, i.e. containing extinguishing material even when not in use
• F16K 15/03 - Check valves with guided rigid valve members with a hinged closure member
• F16K 27/12 - Covers for housings

Abstract

a) reciprocable between a blocking state and a release state, wherein the fluid inlet chamber (8) and the fluid outlet chamber (9) are separated from each other in the blocking state and communicate with each other in fluid-conducting relationship in the release state. In particular it is proposed that the evaluation unit is connected in signal-conducting relationship to one or more actuators, and is adapted to control the actuator or actuators by the control commands, wherein the alarm valve station preferably has one or more sensors and the evaluation unit is connected in signal-conducting relationship to the sensor or sensors and is adapted to control the actuator or actuators in dependence on the sensor data present thereat.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• A62C 37/44 - Control of fire-fighting equipment an actuating signal being generated by a sensor separate from an outlet device only the sensor being in the danger zone
• A62C 37/50 - Testing or indicating devices for determining the state of readiness of the equipment
• F16K 37/00 - Special means in or on valves or other cut-off apparatus for indicating or recording operation thereof, or for enabling an alarm to be given
• F16K 1/20 - Lift valves, i.e. cut-off apparatus with closure members having at least a component of their opening and closing motion perpendicular to the closing faces with pivoted closure members with pivoted discs or flaps with axis of rotation arranged externally of valve member
• F16K 27/02 - Construction of housingsUse of materials therefor of lift valves

Abstract

A protective cover for a fire protection sprinkler includes a pair of sidewalls and an orthogonal wall structure connected to an upper edge of each of the pair of sidewalls. The orthogonal wall structure including a slot therein that opens along an edge of the orthogonal wall structure in alignment with an opening between the pair of sidewalls. The slot including a pair of side edges including a pair of opposing arcuate regions adapted to engage a deflector mounting boss of a fire protection sprinkler. An arcuate sidewall extends from the orthogonal wall structure and an upper wall extending inward from an upper edge of the arcuate sidewall and opposing the orthogonal wall structure to define a cavity that is adapted for receiving a deflector of a fire protection sprinkler.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 31/00 - Delivery of fire-extinguishing material
• A62C 31/02 - Nozzles specially adapted for fire-extinguishing
• A62C 31/28 - Accessories for delivery devices, e.g. supports
• B05B 1/00 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means
• B65D 61/00 - External frames or supports adapted to be assembled around, or applied to, articles

Abstract

A protective cover for a fire protection sprinkler includes a pair of sidewalls and an orthogonal wall structure connected to an upper edge of each of the pair of sidewalls. The orthogonal wall structure including a slot therein that opens along an edge of the orthogonal wall structure in alignment with an opening between the pair of sidewalls. The slot including a pair of side edges including a pair of opposing arcuate regions adapted to engage a deflector mounting boss of a fire protection sprinkler. An arcuate sidewall extends from the orthogonal wall structure and an upper wall extending inward from an upper edge of the arcuate sidewall and opposing the orthogonal wall structure to define a cavity that is adapted for receiving a deflector of a fire protection sprinkler.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• A62C 37/08 - Control of fire-fighting equipment comprising an outlet device containing a sensor, or itself being the sensor, i.e. self-contained sprinklers
• B05B 15/16 - Arrangements for preventing or controlling structural damage to spraying apparatus or its outlets, e.g. for breaking at desired placesArrangements for handling or replacing damaged parts for preventing non-intended contact between spray heads or nozzles and foreign bodies, e.g. nozzle guards
• B05B 1/26 - Nozzles, spray heads or other outlets, with or without auxiliary devices such as valves, heating means with means for mechanically breaking-up or deflecting the jet after discharge, e.g. with fixed deflectorsBreaking-up the discharged liquid or other fluent material by impinging jets
• A62C 37/12 - Releasing means, e.g. electrically released heat-sensitive with fusible links

Abstract

The invention relates to a protective cap for an extinguishing nozzle, in particular a sprinkler nozzle, having at least one nozzle main part with a nozzle outlet, a cap main part, and a cap neck arranged on the cap main part, wherein the cap main part has a force-transmitting section for resting against a nozzle main part of the extinguishing nozzle, preferably in a form-fitting manner, so as to transmit a force in some sections, and the protective cap, in particular the cap neck, is designed to mechanically shield the nozzle outlet of the extinguishing nozzle. The cap main part has an outer contour with one or more engagement surfaces for placing a tool.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• A62C 37/11 - Releasing means, e.g. electrically released heat-sensitive

Abstract

The invention relates to a rapid-action valve for a pressurized extinguishing fluid container, the valve comprising an extinguishing fluid inlet (4), an extinguishing fluid outlet (5), a flow chamber extending from the extinguishing fluid inlet (4) to the extinguishing fluid outlet (5), a valve piston (12), and a valve seat (10). The valve piston can be moved back and forth between a release position and a locking position such that the valve piston (12) and the valve seat (10) lie fluid-tight against one another in the locking position and are spaced apart from one another in the release position, so that the extinguishing fluid inlet (4) and the extinguishing fluid outlet (5) are fluidically interconnected. According to the invention, the extinguishing fluid inlet (4) and the extinguishing fluid outlet (5) are oriented substantially parallel to one another.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 13/64 - Portable extinguishers which are permanently pressurised or pressurised immediately before use with a single permanently pressurised container the extinguishing material being released by means of a valve
• A62C 13/76 - Details or accessories
• A62C 35/02 - Permanently-installed equipment with containers for delivering the extinguishing substance

Abstract

The invention relates to a modular multi-sensor fire detector (300). According to the invention, the detector (300) has an evaluation unit (200) and a number of sensor heads (100) spatially remote from the evaluation unit (200) and signal-connected to the latter (200). The evaluation unit (200) can be signal-connected to a spatially remote alarm signal receiver (301) such that the evaluation unit (200), the sensor heads (100) and the alarm signal receiver (301) are not integrated into a common housing or into a number of housings assembled together. The invention further relates to a fire detection system comprising a fire detector of this type.

IPC Classes  ?

• G08B 17/00 - Fire alarmsAlarms responsive to explosion
• G08B 17/113 - Constructional details

Abstract

The invention relates to an alarm valve station (1), in particular a wet alarm valve station, of a fire extinguishing system (100), having an alarm valve (3) with an extinguishing fluid inlet (5) and an extinguishing fluid outlet (7), wherein the alarm valve (3) has a closing body which can be moved back-and-forth between a blocking state and a release state, wherein the fluid inlet chamber and the fluid outlet chamber are separated from one another in the blocking state and communicate with one another fluidically in the release state; with an alarm triggering device (9) for triggering a fire alarm, which is connected to the alarm valve (3); and with a delay container (11a, 11b) in order to delay triggering of the fire alarm, wherein the alarm valve (3) is fluidically connected to a fluid inlet (13) of the delay container (11a, 11b), and a fluid outlet (15a-15c) of the delay container (11a, 11b) is fluidically connected to the alarm triggering device (9). The invention proposes that the delay container (11a, 11b) has multiple fluid inlets (13) and/or multiple fluid outlets (15a-15c).

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/60 - Pipe-line systems wet, i.e. containing extinguishing material even when not in use
• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• A62C 35/64 - Pipe-line systems pressurised

Abstract

The invention relates to a mist extinguishing system (1), comprising a line system (3) for connecting an extinguishing-fluid supply and one or more extinguishing nozzles in a fluid-conducting manner and comprising a flow generator (7a, 7b) for swirling up solids (9) in the extinguishing fluid and/or for generating an extinguishing-fluid flow within a measurement zone (11) of the line system (3), wherein a measuring device (5) for sensing the solids which are swirled up and/or are conveyed through the measurement zone with the extinguishing-fluid flow is arranged within the measurement zone (11). The invention further relates to a method for monitoring a mist extinguishing system (1) with respect to function.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/58 - Pipe-line systems
• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• A62C 35/60 - Pipe-line systems wet, i.e. containing extinguishing material even when not in use
• A62C 37/50 - Testing or indicating devices for determining the state of readiness of the equipment

Abstract

The invention relates to an alarm valve station (1) for a fire alarm system (100), having an alarm valve (3) with an extinguishing fluid inlet (5) and an extinguishing fluid outlet (7), wherein the alarm valve (3) is set up to selectively release or block the extinguishing fluid flow between the extinguishing fluid inlet (5) and the extinguishing fluid outlet (7), a pressure sensor (11) which is fluidically connected to the alarm valve (3) and is set up to detect a pressure change and convert this into an electrical alarm signal (13), and an alarm delay device (15) to delay the alarm signal. The invention proposes that the alarm delay device (15) is designed as an electrical alarm delay device (15) and is connected in a signal-conducting manner to the pressure sensor (11).

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• A62C 37/44 - Control of fire-fighting equipment an actuating signal being generated by a sensor separate from an outlet device only the sensor being in the danger zone

Abstract

The invention relates to a method for producing a flange blank (1), comprising the following step: producing a main body (3), wherein the main body (3) comprises a fluid passage (5), a support section (7) having a first material thickness (M1), and a force-absorbing section (9) having a second material thickness (M2), the second material thickness (M2) is greater than the first material thickness (M1), and the force-absorbing section (9) is designed for the selective production of through-holes (15a – 15h, 17a –17l) in accordance with a first drilling pattern and/or a second drilling pattern. The invention further relates to a method for producing a flange (100). In addition, the invention relates to a flange blank (1).

IPC Classes  ?

• F16L 23/032 - Flanged joints the flanges being connected by members tensioned axially characterised by the shape or composition of the flanges

Abstract

The invention relates to a state monitoring unit (18) for a fire detection and/or extinguishing control center (12). The state monitoring unit (18) comprises at least one current circuit connection (16) for connecting the state monitoring unit (18) to at least one current circuit (14), which has at least one participant (M-1 bis MN) that detects an event. The state monitoring unit (18) further comprises a measuring device (42) for measuring values of currents (lL) and/or voltages at the current circuit connection (16) and an analysis unit (43) in which one or more thresholds (P1,P2) can be stored. The analysis unit (43) is designed to detect an event when values of currents (lL) and/or voltages measured by the measuring device (42) exceed or fall below the at least one threshold (P1, P2) at least in an operating mode. The state monitoring unit (18) further comprises a memory unit (41) or an interface (20) for transmitting data to an external memory unit. The state monitoring unit (18) is designed to store values of the currents (lL) and/or voltages measured by the measuring device (42) at least in a learning mode in the memory unit (41) or to output the values to the external memory unit via the interface (20) and to determine or change the threshold(s) (P1, P2) depending on the stored values of the currents (lL) and/or voltages. The invention further relates to a method for determining thresholds for a state monitoring unit (18) for a fire detection and/or extinguishing control center (12), to a fire detection and/or extinguishing control center (12), and to a fire detection system (10).

IPC Classes  ?

• G08B 13/00 - Burglar, theft or intruder alarms
• G08B 17/00 - Fire alarmsAlarms responsive to explosion
• G08B 17/10 - Actuation by presence of smoke or gases
• G08B 25/01 - Alarm systems in which the location of the alarm condition is signalled to a central station, e.g. fire or police telegraphic systems characterised by the transmission medium
• G08B 25/04 - Alarm systems in which the location of the alarm condition is signalled to a central station, e.g. fire or police telegraphic systems characterised by the transmission medium using a single signalling line, e.g. in a closed loop
• G08B 25/14 - Central alarm receiver or annunciator arrangements
• G08B 29/14 - Checking intermittently signalling or alarm systems checking the detection circuits
• G08B 29/26 - Self-calibration, e.g. compensating for environmental drift or ageing of components by updating and storing reference thresholds
• G08B 26/00 - Alarm systems in which substations are interrogated in succession by a central station

Abstract

The invention relates to an explosion-protected housing for means for transmitting or receiving electromagnetic radiation (2, 2a, 2b). The housing comprises a housing body (1) which is designed to receive such transmitting and/or receiving means (2, 2a, 2b) and a window element (5) with a first face (7) facing the housing interior and an opposing second face (6) facing away from the housing interior, said window element (5) being permeable to electromagnetic radiation. The housing body (1) has a crimping (11) on the second face (6) of the window element (5), said crimping pressing the window element (5) in the direction of a seat (13) formed in the interior of the housing such that the housing is designed as a pressure-resistant housing and/or as a dust-tight housing.

IPC Classes  ?

• G01D 11/26 - WindowsCover glassesSealings therefor

Abstract

The invention relates to a sprinkler (1) comprising a sprinkler housing, a fluid channel which is provided in the sprinkler housing and which comprises a fluid inlet (10) and at least one fluid outlet (8); a closure element (4) which can be moved from a blocking position into a release position, said closure element (4) closing the fluid channel in the blocking position and releasing the fluid channel in the release position; a thermally activated trigger element (25) which holds the closure element (4) in the blocking position until the trigger element is thermally activated; and a sealing element (5) which is arranged between the sprinkler housing and the closure element (4) and is designed to close the fluid channel in a fluid-tight manner in the blocking position. According to the invention, the sealing element (5) is radially and axially compressed in the blocking position in order to apply the sealing effect.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems
• A62C 37/10 - Releasing means, e.g. electrically released
• A62C 37/11 - Releasing means, e.g. electrically released heat-sensitive
• A62C 37/12 - Releasing means, e.g. electrically released heat-sensitive with fusible links
• A62C 37/14 - Releasing means, e.g. electrically released heat-sensitive with frangible vessels

Abstract

The invention relates to a sprinkler housing (50) for a sprinkler (1), in particular for operating pressures above 16 bar, comprising a fluid channel (12) which is provided in the sprinkler housing (50) and which comprises a fluid inlet (10) and at least one fluid outlet (8); a closure element (4) which can be moved from a blocking position into a release position in a release direction (A), said closure element (4) closing the fluid channel (12) in the blocking position and releasing the fluid channel in the release position; and a sealing element (5) which is attached to the closure element (4) and is designed to close the fluid channel (12) in the blocking position in a fluid-tight manner. According to the invention, the sprinkler housing (50) has a recess (17) through which the closure element (4) extends at least in the release position, and a protective chamber in which the sealing element (5) is arranged is defined between the closure element (4) and the recess (17) in the release position.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 37/14 - Releasing means, e.g. electrically released heat-sensitive with frangible vessels

Abstract

The invention relates to a sprinkler housing (50) for a sprinkler, in particular for operating pressures above 16 bar, comprising a fluid channel provided in the sprinkler housing (50) and having a fluid inlet (10) and at least one fluid outlet (8), a distribution chamber (15) from which the at least one fluid outlet (8) branches, and a cage (27) which defines a cage space for receiving a thermally activatable trigger element (25). According to the invention, the distribution chamber (15) and the cage (27) are formed as a single-piece base body (2), and a counter bearing is formed on the cage (27) for axial, and preferably radial positioning of the thermally activatable trigger element.

IPC Classes  ?

• A62C 31/02 - Nozzles specially adapted for fire-extinguishing
• A62C 35/00 - Permanently-installed equipment
• A62C 37/10 - Releasing means, e.g. electrically released
• A62C 37/11 - Releasing means, e.g. electrically released heat-sensitive
• A62C 37/12 - Releasing means, e.g. electrically released heat-sensitive with fusible links
• A62C 37/14 - Releasing means, e.g. electrically released heat-sensitive with frangible vessels
• A62C 35/68 - Details, e.g. of pipes or valve systems