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FTSE 250 TECH-FIRM CHOOSES ADVANCED FIRE
PROTECTION FOR ITS UK HEADQUARTERS
A network of fault-tolerant MxPro 5 fire panels
from Advanced, have been installed at the UK
headquarters of Computacenter.
As a leading independent provider of IT
infrastructure services, having robust fire protection
measures in place at Computacenter’s UK logistics
and distribution centre is crucial to ensuring smooth
operations.
As part of a fire system upgrade and move towards
a more open-style protocol, Advanced was selected
as the preferred solution at Hertfordshire-based
Computacenter’s headquarters which, at over
220,000 square feet, are some of Europe’s largest and
suppression, aspirator systems and fire doors and
most sophisticated purpose-built warehousing and
shutters.
operations facilities.
In order to introduce the open protocol Advanced
Advanced partner, Controlled Ltd., was
fire system, Controlled Ltd. had to install a temporary
responsible for the complete replacement of the
wireless solution until they were ready to conduct a
fire system, including installation, configuration and
phased changeover of loops, wiring and installation
commissioning of one 8-loop, one 5-loop and two
of new devices. With the control and indicating
1-loop MxPro 5 panels that form the core of the site’s
equipment now in place, Computacenter have the
active fire protection. Controlled Ltd. integrated the
option to install graphical mapping and front-end
new Advanced control panels alongside several
monitoring so ware to improve visibility of the status
third-party systems in the warehouse and operations
of the fire system across the site.
building, including auto conveyors, sprinklers, gas
Jim Brown, Building Services Supervisor at
Computacenter, said: “As part of an extensive
overhaul of the fire alarm system in our operations
centre, Controlled Ltd. installed a temporary fire
alarm system to work alongside the existing alarm
system which was being upgraded to Advanced.
This has worked very well with little disruption as
progressively each loop has come online. The fact
that they have successfully undertaken this work in
what is essentially a manned site twenty-four hours a
day is impressive, as is their ability to o er workable
solutions to problems encountered, on time and on
budget.”
The MxPro 5 is the unbeatable multiprotocol fire
system. Approved to EN54-2, 4 & 13, it o ers four
protocols, Apollo, Argus, Hochiki and Nittan and a
completely open installer network that benefits from
free training and technical support.
www.advancedco.com +44 (0)345 894 7000 jmountain@advancedco.com
AXIL SHORTLISTED FOR NATIONAL RECYCLING AWARD
A team of total waste management experts
Axil’s work has been crucial in sustaining this.
- which works with some of the UK’s biggest
Axil Managing Director Edward Pigg said: “It’s
brands - is in the running for a prestigious
fantastic for Axil to be recognised for our work.
national award.
Axil Integrated Services
has been shortlisted in the
Partnership Excellence –
Commercial category at the
MRW National Recycling Awards
2020 for its work with Cummins,
a global leader in the design,
manufacture and supply of
engines and generators.
Axil manages multiple waste
streams at Cummins’ multiple
sites, including Darlington and
Stamford, through tailored
waste management solutions,
and provides support to
Cummins Facilities Lead Andrew McDonald and Axil Operations Director
educate Cummins’ workforce.
Paul Cooke at Cummins Engine Plant in Darlington
Axil has achieved savings for
Cummins through sustainable
cost reductions and improved segregation e orts.
Axil’s waste process improvements saved Cummins
more than 4,000 hours in manual labour. The
company also achieved ‘Zero to Landfill’ in 2013 and
“When Cummins turned to us, their costs were
escalating and their service levels were stagnating.
We’ve been pivotal in helping Cummins to overcome
long-standing challenges to reduce their overall
environmental impact, all whilst achieving savings.”
Axil’s contract was renewed by Cummins earlier this
year for a further three years, in recognition of Axil’s
dedication and hard work.
Cummins HSE o icer Fraser Troup
added: “We’ve been very impressed
with Axil’s innovation and with the
reduced environmental impact and
increased savings.
“What stands out most about Axil is
the personal service and willingness
to help us resolve issues and o er
innovative solutions. It’s refreshing
to work with such a responsive
business.”
Axil has bases in Corby and Cannock
and handles traditional and complex
waste streams from 350 customer
sites across the country.
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