The newly revitalised Union Yard development in Aldershot now boasts a cutting-edge Advanced MxPro 5 fire-safety system, expertly installed by Integrated Fire Safety Systems Ltd to provide robust protection for this scheme in the heart of Aldershot town centre.
The Union Yard Development in Aldershot is a transformative project that has revamped a key area of the town centre, establishing a vibrant, mixed-use environment with high-quality retail, leisure, culture, employment and housing offerings. The development, which spans seven floors from lower ground to the fifth floor, includes 82 private apartments, 18 affordable rent apartments, 128 studio units for UCA student accommodation, 13 commercial units, lower-ground-level parking and a landscaped public realm.
To ensure the safety of residents, students and visitors, the development has been equipped with a comprehensive fire-safety system, expertly designed and installed by Integrated Fire Safety Systems Ltd (IFSS). The project included the installation of an Advanced MxPro 5 fire panel, which provides robust fire detection and alarm coverage for the common corridors throughout the complex.
Iain Clenaghan, Commercial Manager at IFSS, highlighted the importance of the integration, saying: ‘The complexity of this project required a fire-safety solution that could seamlessly integrate with various systems while providing reliable protection across the development. The Advanced MxPro 5 panel was the ideal choice for its versatility and ease of integration, allowing us to deliver a comprehensive fire-safety system that meets regulatory standards.’
The Union Yard Development project underscores the critical role that Advanced’s fire-safety solutions play in large-scale, mixed-use developments. The installation not only ensures compliance with fire safety regulations but also provides peace of mind for all occupants, knowing that they are protected by state-of-the-art technology.
Matthew Jones, Head of Sales for UK and Ireland at Advanced, remarked: ‘We are proud to be part of the Union Yard Development, providing a fire-safety solution that contributes to the safety and security of this transformative project. The MxPro 5’s adaptability and reliability make it a perfect fit for complex developments like this, where multiple systems need to work together seamlessly to ensure the highest levels of protection.’
As a world leader in the development and manufacture of intelligent fire systems, Advanced products are trusted in locations worldwide, from single-panel installations to large, multi-site networks. The MxPro 5 is renowned for its flexibility, offering a choice of detector protocols and the ability to be configured into high-speed networks of up to 200 panels. With ease of installation and a wide range of peripheral options, the MxPro 5 can be tailored to meet the specific needs of any application.
The Union Yard Development project exemplifies Advanced’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge fire-safety solutions that are both reliable and adaptable, ensuring the highest levels of protection for mixed-use developments.
The MxPro 5 multiprotocol fire panel, certified by FM Approvals to EN 54 Parts 2 and 4, now offers eight times the processing power of previous models, faster response times, and enhanced configuration capabilities for more complex systems.
Offering easy connectivity to AdvancedLive secure real-time fire system monitoring and control, the next-generation MxPro 5 range supports leading detector protocols. Its versatility makes it suitable for a wide range of settings, from single-loop, standalone use on simple sites to high-speed networks of up to 200 panels, the MxPro 5 is fully customisable, with a wide range of peripheral options to suit almost any application.
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