Protec Fire and Security Group Ltd https://www.protec.co.uk/ Tue, 09 Dec 2025 13:07:06 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.4 https://www.protec.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/cropped-favicon-32x32.png Protec Fire and Security Group Ltd https://www.protec.co.uk/ 32 32 Festive Closure 2025 https://www.protec.co.uk/latest-news/festive-closure-2025/ Tue, 09 Dec 2025 13:04:39 +0000 https://www.protec.co.uk/?p=8951 Sales and Customer Orders Our warehouse and production facility will be closed from Friday, 19th December 2025, until Monday, 5th January 2026. Orders for overnight or next-day delivery must be placed by 11:30 am on Friday, 19th December. Orders requiring longer lead times will be fulfilled in the new year. Service and Maintenance Our service […]

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AI Data Centres: Limitless Information, Greater Power, Bigger Risk? https://www.protec.co.uk/latest-news/ai-data-centres-limitless-information-greater-power-bigger-risk/ Thu, 27 Nov 2025 16:19:33 +0000 https://www.protec.co.uk/?p=8869 Not All Data Centres Are Alike Unlike conventional data centres that use CPUs to run email servers or store cloud data, AI data centres rely heavily on GPUs and accelerators that generate intense heat. Training large language models or running deep learning tasks pushes equipment to its limits. Without precise cooling, temperatures can soar, leading […]

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Protec Announces the New 6000/LP4IO https://www.protec.co.uk/latest-news/lp4io/ Thu, 11 Sep 2025 09:55:00 +0000 https://www.protec.co.uk/?p=8642 What is the 6000/LP4IO? In simple terms, the LP4IO is a loop-powered, 4-channel input/output interface. It was developed to offer a compact, multi-channel solution that doesn’t require an external power supply. And instead takes all its power directly from the Protec 6500 digital addressable loop. The LP4IO addresses a common challenge in fire alarm system […]

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Applying The Personal Touch to Win an Enterprise Project https://www.protec.co.uk/latest-news/applying-the-personal-touch-to-win-an-enterprise-project/ Wed, 03 Sep 2025 12:14:01 +0000 https://www.protec.co.uk/?p=8679 To gain a better understanding of the project and what really goes on during the day-to-day tendering of an Enterprise Project, we spoke with Simon, our Business Development Executive. Who has played a key role in the tender process for this project, and here he shares his thoughts of what sets enterprise projects apart from […]

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Upholding New Standards in New Zealand https://www.protec.co.uk/latest-news/upholding-new-standards-in-new-zealand/ Thu, 10 Jul 2025 05:00:36 +0000 https://www.protec.co.uk/?p=8518 What is NZS 4512:2021? NZS 4512:2021 is the New Zealand Standard for fire detection and alarm systems in buildings. It sets out performance-based requirements for the design, installation, commissioning, documentation, and maintenance of these systems. The standard applies broadly to all building types except residential homes.     Replacing the 2010 version, this update aligns […]

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Why is an undercar scanner an ideal security solution? https://www.protec.co.uk/latest-news/why-is-an-undercar-scanner-an-ideal-security-solution/ Thu, 03 Jul 2025 08:26:32 +0000 https://www.protec.co.uk/?p=8494 Let’s start with the basics of what is a under car scanner then we can move onto where and what type of projects we would implement this type of technologies. What is an under-car scanner? Smuggling contraband (weapons, drugs, mobile phones or other banned items) is a big problem for many secure sites. It is […]

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Leading The Way with The Event Leeds https://www.protec.co.uk/latest-news/leading-the-way-with-the-event-leeds/ Tue, 17 Jun 2025 12:53:50 +0000 https://www.protec.co.uk/?p=8439 What Happened at The Event Leeds? We curated a full and engaging agenda for the event, carefully prioritising what we believed would deliver the most value to our guests. CPD sessions ran hourly throughout the day, offering industry professionals the chance to earn CPD points and deepen their knowledge and expertise.     While the […]

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Are You Ready for The Remote Monitoring Switch Over? https://www.protec.co.uk/latest-news/are-you-ready-for-the-remote-monitoring-switch-over/ Fri, 13 Jun 2025 13:04:51 +0000 https://www.protec.co.uk/?p=8416 What is PSTN and what does it have to do with Remote Monitoring? Remote monitoring in fire and security is a monitoring option for fire and security systems which uses a dedicated secure connection to an Alarm Receiving Centre (ARC). An ARC acts as a call centre that compliantly connects fire and security systems directly […]

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Product Focus – The EvacPro https://www.protec.co.uk/latest-news/product-focus-the-evacpro/ Thu, 01 May 2025 14:03:30 +0000 https://www.protec.co.uk/?p=8212 Simple Operation, Simple Evacuation The EvacPro is designed with simplicity and efficiency in mind, providing fire services with an uncomplicated, floor-by-floor evacuation system. The EvacPro panel features intuitive toggle switches and zone status LEDs, ensuring ease of use in high-pressure situations. The EvacPro can be specialised to have up to three banks of 16 switches […]

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Is an EACIE System the Next Imperative Life Safety System? https://www.protec.co.uk/latest-news/is-an-eacie-system-the-next-imperative-life-safety-system/ Thu, 24 Apr 2025 14:32:32 +0000 https://www.protec.co.uk/?p=8073 What Is an EACIE System? An EACIE is a life safety system which is used to initiate a phased evacuation on demand. This system is made up of several components which all aid in the facilitation of a building evacuation, these components are: EACIE Panel Vandal Proof Enclosure Sounders Enhanced Grade Fire Rated Cable   […]

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