Solutions: Flooring and fire safety
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Get smart
The T7 floor scrubber seamlessly integrates the robotic technology software platform from BrainOS to deliver a cleaning solution designed to maximize productivity, increase efficiency and optimize safety. BrainOS is a robotics software company specializing in the development of intelligent, autonomous systems that automate commercial equipment. Tennant Co.
Stable temps
The TSG Series refrigerators powered by Phononic’s solid-state cooling technology are designed to provide uninterrupted temperature stability and cleanroom-compatible readiness for reliable storage of sensitive materials. The series uses environmentally friendly refrigerants. Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
All secure
The Securitron AQ Series Power Supplies are scalable solutions to protect and enhance the performance of an access-control system. They are available in 1- to 16-amp variants to support the smallest single-door systems to the largest enterprise access-control systems. They also feature thermal-shutdown protection with auto restart. Assa Abloy
Clear the air
The AQ VOC is a compact, handheld, volatile organic compound monitor and data logger ideal for hospitals, laboratories and clean rooms. The internal sampling pump coupled with user-friendly PC software allows for quick and accurate measurements that can be reviewed instantaneously or at a later time. The device’s memory can hold up to 2,000 test logs at one time. E Instruments International LLC
Flooring
Sound flooring
Taralay Impression Comfort is a wide, multilayered sheet flooring. It features a backing that provides sound management properties and comfort under foot. Beyond its numerous color options for aesthetic flexibility, it is designed to perform in such high-traffic areas as hospital corridors and patient rooms. The flooring is available in wood and printed designs, including star patterns that add a touch of fantasy to interiors. Gerflor Ltd.
Style and function
Norament grano is a premium, rubber floor covering that brings the tradition of Italian terrazzo tiles to interior spaces. The granular-rich design and the floor’s hammered surface make it ideal for high-traffic areas. It features a simple maintenance regimen; improved acoustics; naturally bacteriostatic and fungistatic material; and a dense, nonporous surface that helps repel dirt and bacteria while resisting stains. nora systems Inc.
Comfortable construction
Cosmos Rx is a sound-absorbent, ergonomic and safe flooring solution offered in a variety of finishes. It features 5 millimeters of vulcanized composition rubber backing fusion-bonded to a heterogeneous vinyl sheet. Its anti-fatigue capabilities enhance force reduction and energy restitution, delivering increased comfort underfoot and reducing the risk of fall injuries. Ecore International
Detailed finish
AdMix Encore is offered in 36-inch and 12-inch square tiles and 24 colors. The flooring’s homogeneous construction offers a seamless moisture barrier. The design supports extending functionality with bright colors for accents as well as wayfinding and branding options to complete interior spaces. AdMix Encore is created from pre-consumer recycled content and features fewer volatile organic compounds than linoleum and rubber. Patcraft
Fire safety
Signal boost
The Simplex ES Net Life Safety Network increases the speed and ease at which fire detection and life-safety systems communicate and operate. The system harnesses the power of IP technology with data rates up to 100 megabytes per second and a range of network connection choices including Ethernet, DSL and fiber. As the IP standard evolves, so will ES Net, making systems resilient and future-proof. Johnson Controls
Key communications
The Silent Knight 6000 Series of addressable fire alarm control panels includes four new panels with point capacities ranging from 100 to 1,110 for greater flexibility and larger installs. Up to 17 panels now can be connected with a designated panel acting as a common communicator for single-point visibility of critical information. Honeywell International Inc.
Intuitive detection
Cerberus PRO Modular system is a cost-efficient, scalable and customizable fire and life-safety solution. It features multicriteria detection, an integrated building-management station and the ability to support 300 custom messages to help ensure centralized control and detection in complex health care facilities. Siemens Industry Inc.
Time saver
The Fire Alarm Aspiration Sensing Technology series can be mounted in a separate location, with sampling points running to the protected area through a pipe network. This provides highly accurate, early warning of incipient fires. It also can prevent damage to expensive equipment, reduce unnecessary evacuations and protect lives without disrupting expensive or sensitive procedures. System Sensor
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