
Fike Corporation 704 S. 10th Street Blue Springs, Missouri 64015
www.fike.com | 816 229-3405
Fike … Your Fire Alarm Solutions Provider Fike is a globally recognized supplier of products and services that protect people, critical assets and facilities from hazards such as fire. With over 65 years experience in manufacturing safety solutions, Fike is continually seeking out new products to solve customer application concerns, as well as ways to improve current product technology.
SigniFire™ Video Flame, Smoke and Intrusion Detection Fike’s fire alarm offering features the unique SigniFire video image detection system. SigniFire is a state-of-the-art, camera-based detection system that visually detects the presence of smoke or fire at its source, independent of airflow in the area, providing a critical advantage for early warning fire detection.
Each SigniFire IP video flame detection and video smoke detection camera can be configured with multiple detection and/or exclusion zones within the field of view. These detection/exclusion zones, combined with SigniFire’s unique algorithm sensitivities, allow for endless configuration options to suit specific fire, smoke and intrusion detection requirements.
SignFire is perfect in applications where traditional smoke detection technologies may not be practical or efficient, such as open area venues and challenging environments.
Integrated Voice Evacuation and Messaging System A voice evacuation life safety system is often a more effective, faster and safer means of evacuating and/ or messaging occupants in an emergency. Fike’s Integrated Voice Evacuation and Messaging System is designed for distributed intelligence and ultimate survivability. Fully integrated into Fike’s complete CyberCat® line of intelligent fire alarm panels, this modular voice evacuation system adds the benefits of voice messaging to any size application. Building occupants receive clear concise voice instructions pertaining to their specific location, proximity to the situation and emergency strategy - all delivered at the same time.
Precise Event Management and Graphics System Fike offers the best solutions in cost-effective graphic monitoring of intelligent fire alarm systems. These event management packages directly interface with your fire alarm system, allowing you detailed, visual information on exactly what is happening in your facility - so the safest, most efficient action can be taken. Precise is an easy to configure, intuitive, windows-based event management system designed to help facility managers and personnel quickly assess and react to alarm and trouble situations. Precise monitors the addressable fire alarm systems and provides complete device detail and event updates, with just a few clicks.
All Fike products and services are designed to meet or exceed customer and industry standards -- technologically advanced Fike alarm products that are fast, flexible, and provide accurate, timely information you can rely on. From a sophisticated fire alarm system to early warning detection, Fike has the right fire alarm solution … at a cost that fits your budget.
Technology Presentation for the Campus Fire Forum 2011 IMPLEMENTATION OF AN IP BASED VIDEO IMAGE SMOKE AND FLAME DETECTION SYSTEM by James A. Lynch, FPE Manager of Technical Services, Fike Video Image Detection
Large volume spaces such as atriums, field houses, and auditoriums present a challenge to conventional detection methods due to the large smoke transport time that will delay notification. This session covers the implementation and use of video image smoke and fire detection systems in a selection of applications. An overview of the technology will lead to the adjustments that have been made to the testing and certification of this technology. As a smoke and fire detector the technology is required to be approved by a listed agency such as UL or FM to meet the requirements of NFPA 72. This discussion of the technology will lead to the implementation of the technology at these large volume sites to prevent delayed detection.

James A. Lynch, FPE Manager of Technical Services Fike Video Image Detection 47 Loveton Circle, Suite F, Sparks, Maryland 21152 410-472-6590
Mr. Lynch has been employed by Fike Video Image Detection since December 2005, and has served as the manager of technical services. As the manager of technical services he is responsible for fire related research, the development of Video Image Detection (VID) technologies, approvals testing, certification training and VID system implementation.
He is a member or the Salamander Honorary Fire Protection Engineering Society, the National Fire Protection Association, the Society of Fire Protection Engineers, and the International Association Fire Safety Science. He currently serves on the executive committee of the Chesapeake Chapter of the SFPE.
Mr. Lynch’s educational background includes: a B.S. in mechanical engineering and an M.S. degree in fire protection engineering from WPI. |