Voice alarm system by Siemens conforming to future standards

In an emergency, rapid and orderly evacuation of a building can save human lives. Investigations reveal however that many people do not react to conventional alarms such as bells or sirens. Many assume that it is a test or false alarm, others simply don’t know what to do. The E100 voice alarm system by Siemens takes this fact into consideration: In an emergency, the system delivers unambiguous messages and gives clear language instructions that are immediately understood.

Savings potential thanks to energy efficiency
Integrated in the new market package 2.1 of the E100 system are energy-efficient yet powerful components that offer cost savings of up to 30 percent. Due to the use of efficient class D amplifiers and high-capacity power supply, the number of subassemblies and central stations per plant are reduced. Also, external emergency power supply is no longer needed.

The E100 system can be fully matched to the building’s technical and safety-related requirements. The decentralized architecture of E100 ensures a high level of system availability and lowers investment and operating costs. The modular design of the system and its networking capability enable the E100 to be straightforwardly integrated into a fire detection system, or an existing plant can be easily extended. The E100 can be scaled from a standalone to an extensive system including up to 32 central stations each with a maximum of 24 amplifiers, 10 desktop telephone stations, a large number of loudspeakers and optional accessories.

Future-oriented conformance to the standards
E100 already conforms to the demanding European standards EN 54-4 and EN 54-16. The first standard covers the requirements placed on the power supply for a fire detection system and will take effect in 2009, also including voice alarm systems. In addition, as of 2011, all voice alarm systems installed in Europe must satisfy the requirements of EN 54-16. This new standard stipulates the requirements, test procedures and performance characteristics for central voice alarm stations in connection with fire detection systems. As the E100 already conforms to these standards, the system offers not only a high level of safety but also long-term protection of investments.

The E100 voice alarm system from Siemens operates reliably in a host of well-known premises. Among the building complexes where the E100 system ensures evacuation in an emergency are the Canary Wharf in London, the Daimler headquarters in Stuttgart / Untertürkheim, the Hong Kong Disney Land, the NH Hotels in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Utrecht and Woerden, the TAT Towers in Istanbul, and the teaching hospital in Düsseldorf.

Siemens AG is a global powerhouse in electronics and electrical engineering, operating in the industry, energy and healthcare sectors. For over 160 years, the company has stood for technical achievements, innovation, quality, reliability and internationality. In addition, Siemens is the world’s biggest provider of ecofriendly technologies. Around €23 billion, or nearly one-third of the company’s revenue, is generated by green products and solutions. In fiscal 2009, ended on September 30, 2009, Siemens had revenue of €76.7 billion and net income of €2.5 billion. At the end of September 2009, the company had around 405,000 employees worldwide.
Siemens resumed the operations of its subsidiary in the Czech Republic in 1990. Currently, with 11,000 employees, Siemens belongs among the largest employers in the Czech Republic. In the fiscal year 2008/2009, Siemens Czech Republic reported a turnover of CZK 30 bn.
Further information is available at www.siemens.com and www.siemens.cz.