Fire alarm systems serve a vital purpose. But if installed incorrectly, they can fail to protect building occupants. Worse, some errors can increase the danger to building occupants. Thus, Art. 760 ...

From using existing wiring to repurposing old hardware or smart devices, keeping your home secure might not cost as much as ...

Occupant Load Determines Fire Code Application – Occupant load calculations help identify which fire alarm and safety regulations apply. Mixed-Use Buildings Must Consider Combined Loads – When ...

Purchasing a home security system once required having a technician come into your house to punch holes in your walls, then snake wires to every door and window ...

Smart alarm systems are to old hard-wired systems what Netflix is to cable. Gone are the days of mandatory multi-year contracts, wires running down widow frames, and keypads requiring home phone lines ...

Article 760 covers the installation of wiring and equipment for fire alarm systems, including circuits controlled and powered by the fire alarm system. These include fire detection and alarm ...

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SimpliSafe designs wireless home security systems that are easy to install with no drilling or tools. With a wide array of sensors and security cameras, SimpliSafe offers all-encompassing protection ...

Home security systems—once the exclusive domain of high-priced professional installers—have never been more affordable, and the hardware and software is simpler, more intuitive, and easier to set up ...

For many homeowners, keeping their property safe doesn’t necessarily mean paying a monthly bill. The rise of smart home ...

Home security systems were once simple: a few sensors, a keypad, and a loud alarm. However, as technology advances and ...