Safety label this vesda product incorporates a laser device and is classified as a class 1 laser product that complies with fda regulations 21 cfr 1040. Vesda an abbreviation of very early smoke detection apparatus is a laser based smoke detection system. How vesda smoke detection works data center knowledge. The detector works by continually drawing air into sampling holes in a pipe network.
Vesda vlq the vesda vlq detector is a costeffective asd solution that meets the unique needs of numerous small area applications of up to 100 m2 1,000 sq. The osid range of openarea smoke detectors deliver a great package for reliable smoke detection in large or open spaces. If youve toured a few data centers, youve likely heard of vesda smoke detectors, which is short for very early smoke detection apparatus. If the presence of detected smoke is higher than the set thresholds it will be reported as an alert, action, fire 1 or fire 2 alarm depending upon the set alarm thresholds. Please view our model comparison chart to determine which vesda model is. Xtralis vesda vlp aspirating smoke detection fire projects.
Vesda systems are aspirating smoke detection used for early warning applications where response to a fire is critical. The vesda display module monitors and reports the status of a detector, providing visual representation of smoke levels along with all alarm and fault conditions. Vesda eco provides the industries 1st combine aspirated smoke and gas detection system. The xtralis vesda vlp detector is the most popular product in the product range. Vesda very early warning smoke detectors provide the earliest warning of a potential fire. Vesda very early fire detection system 20 absolute smoke measurement is provided with the industrys only optical cleanair bleed to ensure detector performance and longevity. The detector chamber can detect presence of smoke at very low concentrations. Vesda by xtralis vesda vli product guide expansion cards a range of optional expansion cards that enhance the capabilities of the vli detector can be fitted.
Vesda works by continually drawing air into the pipe network via a high efficiency aspirator. Very early smoke detection apparatus, vesda, air sampling, uk. Vesda is the most advanced aspirating smoke detection equipment in the fire industry. Vesda by xtralis vesda vlc product guide introduction the vlc is an aspirating smoke detector providing very early warning of fire conditions by drawing air samples through an air sampling pipe network. Reliable smoke detection systems are dependent on a network of specialty. Page 10 xtralis vesda xtralis vesda vlp product guide any smoke detected in the laser detection chamber is signaled to the main processor card.
The sampling chamber is based on a nephelometer that detects the presence of smoke particles suspended in air by detecting the light scattered by them in the chamber. General sound is a dallasarea leader in sound systems and sound masking, commercial fire alarm, buglar alarm intrusion security, and cctv video surveillance. The xtralis vesda vlf250 detector is a very early warning smoke detector designed to protect small, businesscritical environments of less than 250 m2 2500 sq. Xtralis vesda aspire2tm xtralis vesda aspire2 is the latest version of vesda sampling pipe network design and modeling software. Fire suppression shop vesda smoke detectors products. If the presence of detected smoke is higher than the set thresholds it is reported as an alert, action, fire 1 or fire 2 alarm depending upon the alarm thresholds. The onestep solvent cement joining processensures fast. Detector head status the detector head status is a generic grouping of possible abnormalities that can occur to a vesda detector head. The menudriven vesda programmer allows the user to conveniently configure, commission and maintain the vesda system, as well as program each individual detector. Vesda vlcex the vesda vlcex detector has been specifically designed to provide all the benefits of aspirating smoke detection, including very early warning, for the protection of hazardous applications with zone 2 classification. This video provides an introduction to vesda air sampling technology and illustrates how the technology works. Vesda vlp the vesda vlp detector is the central element of the vesda asd product range. To provide a full range of solutions to our customers, intelligent fire offers specialized services related to xtralis vesda very early smoke detection apparatus systems.
An aspirating smoke detector differs from a standard smoke detector by implementing a fan within the detection unit to draw air samples from a protected environment. From small to very large, open spaces and from the cleanest to the dirtiest environments, vesda multilevel detection provides reliable, highsensitivity, very early warning smoke detection. Vesda ecoicam eco aspirating smoke detection combined with gas. The comparison merge tool enables users to immediately identify changes made between visits, create audit.
Using unique detection principles, the vlp has an alarm sensitivity range of 0. The vlp is classed as a very early warning smoke detector, which means that it detects fire at the earliest possible. Pdf very early smoke detection apparatus vesda, david. Vesda very early warning smoke detectors provide the earliest warning. For monitoring convenience, multiple displays can be associated with a single detector. The vesda display module monitors and reports the status of a detector. Conversely, an early staff response can result in manual fire. The vesda smoke detector can be installed at accessible locations. As the pioneer of asd with more than 30 years of experience, we have unprecedented expertise and applications knowledge. Vesda by xtralis white paper very early warning aspirating. Detector head status the detector head status is a generic grouping of possible abnormalities that can occur to a vesda detector. This guide is for the standard vesda product range only.
The next generation of vesda aspirating smoke detection. Vesda smoke detectors have been operating in specialist fire detection applications for over 20 years. A vesda system has a better chance of detecting smoke that has been diluted than conventional point spot type smoke detectors. Vesda pipe a key element in the performance of a vesda asd system is the network of sampling pipes that actively transports air from a protected area to the detector. Vesda early warning detectors are available in a variety of models to accommodate a broad range of environments and applications. Sending the clean air to a laser detection chamber for smoke detection.
Xtralis vesda vlf vlf250 the xtralis vesda vlf250 detector is a very early warning smoke detector designed to protect small, businesscritical environments of less than 250 m2 2500 sq. Xtralis vsc software xtralis vsc configures, commissions and maintains a range of xtralis fire and gas detection systems including vesda and icam smoke and gas detectors and anciliary devices. The laser is housed in a sealed detector chamber and co ntains no serviceable parts. Vesda aspiretm vesda aspire is the latest version of vesda sampling pipe network design and modeling software. Introduction scope of this manual this manual is intended for installation technicians to be able to install, perform basic power and preliminary device checks for the laserplus detector. The vesda is basically an air pump which draws air into a laser chamber in which any particles of smoke are counted to determine an alarm level the vesda is configurable to be 200 times more or less sensitive than a standard smoke detector and so can be used in harsh or very clean environments. The vesda programmer is menu driven and allows the user to conveniently configure. Rapid diagnostic abilities, concurrent configuration views, compare merge functionality and simultaneous smoke trend graphing of multiple. Aspirating pipe is then connected to the vesda and installed in the same location as smoke detectors.
A sample of this air is then passed through a dual stage filter. Vesda aspirating smoke detectors buy the critical time needed to investigate an alarm and initiate an appropriate response to prevent injury, property damage or business disruption. Available in two models, the vlf250 covers up to 250 square meters 2,500 square feet, and the vlf500 covers areas up to 500 square meters 5,000 square feet. Vesda scanner is equipped with four monitoring units, this status will always be the same for the four truealarm devices associated with that unit i. Mar 07, 20 vesda vs smoke detectors grace escrupulo. Vsc provides high level programming flexibility through its online and offline configuration capabilities. Very early smoke detection apparatus vesda xtralis your. Vesda buys time to investigate an alarm and initiate an appropriate response to prevent injury, property damage or business disruption. Vesda aspirating smoke detection system vesda smoke. The first stage removes dust and dirt from the air sample before it allows the sample to enter the laser detection chamber for smoke detection. Notifier by honeywell is the largest manufacturer of engineered fire alarm systems with over 400 distributors worldwide and regional support operations on every continent. Where conventional systems have to be strategically placed to provide maximum protection, our vesda systems can be installed in easily accessible positions as the system is complimented by a network of our high grade abs.
Using unique detection principles, the vesda laserplus has an alarm sensitivity range of 0. The vesdae vea series of detectors combine vesda reliability and early warning. The vesda ias airsampling smoke detection systems provide a flexible. Two innovations in smoke detection technology have been developed for the revolutionary osid smoke detector. Vesda vli detector, with its ruggedized enclosure and.
The vesda vft15 is a unique and versatile highsensitivity aspirating smoke detector able to pinpoint the source of incipient smoke to speed response, enhance investigation and minimize business disruption and downtime where location is critical and a visual search is impossible to perform quickly. Our inhouse design team includes licensed alarm planning superintendants and nicet certified designers to ensure that proposals and projects are well designed and qualified upfront to meet any and all requirements. Just fill out the contact form, or give us a call at 888 8644362, to get your free, noobligation quote. The vesda e vea series of detectors combine vesda reliability and early warning smoke detection with pinpoint addressability and a variety of annunciation options that truly surpass traditional spot detectors. Rapid diagnostic abilities, concurrent configuration views, comparemerge functionality. It offers the same wide sensitivity range as the vesda vlp and vesda vls 0. Open area 2,000m2 aspirating smoke detection eurofyre. The osid system measures the level of smoke entering beams of light projected over an area of protection. Vesda by xtralis very early warning aspirating smoke detection solutions with continuous air sampling provide the earliest possible warning of an impending fire hazard. Vesda is a laser based smoke detector, which means it is a very good smoke detector. The laser is housed in a sealed detector chamber and cont ains no serviceable parts. It gives visual representation of smoke levels along with all alarm and fault conditions. The vesdae vea series of detectors combine vesda reliability and early warning smoke detection.
The sensitivity of the hole is determined by its size, the flow rate of air. The worlds leading brand of aspirating smoke detection xtralis. Passing the air through a dual stage filter to remove dirt. A single osid imager can detect up to seven emitters to provide a wide coverage area. They use patented multichannel microbore airsampling with an alarm sensitivity range from 0. The first stage removes dust and dirt from the air sample before. Very early smoke detection apparatus vesda xtralis. Simply, vesda can be installed anywhere that a conventional smoke detector system can, but with greater flexibility. A simple sampling hole within the pipe aspirating pipe network is the equivalent to a smoke detector. Vesda very early smoke detection apparatus products online. The embedded and pc software complimenting the vesda vlp provides a wide. Vesda very early warning smoke detection solutions provide the earliest possible warning of an impending fire hazard.
The vesda vlf is an aspirating smoke detector ideal for small, businesscritical spaces. Vesda by xtralis white paper very early warning aspirating smoke detection in nuclear power facilities the vesda aspirated smoke detector is a refined form of air pollution monitor, which has sensitivity several hundreds of times higher than conventional smoke detectors, yet due to quality of design, optics and electronics its false alarm. The vesdae vea series of aspirated detectors combine vesda reliability and early warning smoke detection with pinpoint addressability and a variety of. This vesda product incorporates a laser device and is classified as a class 1 laser product that complies with fda regulations 21 cfr 1040. Dinenno prize was awarded to the innovators of the vesda smoke detection system.
Vesda offers an extensive range of pipe and fittings to suit all application needs, ensuring a quality system is installed every time. After colesfirm iei merged with vision systems ltd. Vesda by xtralis very early warning smoke detectors provide the earliest warning of a potential fire that buys time to. The laser emits invisible light an d can be hazardous if viewed with the naked eye. Vesda also has the capability to detect small changes in the quantity of smoke particles in the air. An aspirating smoke detector differs from a standard smoke detector by implementing a fan within the detection unit to draw air samples from a protected. The air is filtered and passed into a detection chamber where light. Page 11 xtralis vesda xtralis vesda vls product guide any smoke detected in the laser detection chamber is signaled to the main processor card. Like all vesda asds, it detects fire at the earliest possible stage and reliably measures very low to extremely high concentrations of smoke. The vesda vls also provides four alarm levels for each individual pipe alert, action, fire 1 and fire 2 and provides individual pipe addressability and settings.
Very early smoke detection apparatus vesda, david packham. Fire projects has installed saveral vesda vlp laserplus by xtralis, which is the flagship product of the vesda aspirating smoke detector product line. Xtralis provides highly reliable smoke detection at the earliest presence of fire while. The vesda vlp is the most popular detector in the vesda product range. An aspirating smoke detection asd system utilises an aspirator fan to actively draw air into a remote. Xtralis revolutionised very early warning smoke detection with vesda aspirating smoke detection asd technology. The vesda vlp is the most popular detector in the vesda by xtralis product range. With the use of cmos imaging technology osid not only provides reliable smoke detection but has been designed for rapid installation and reliable operation during the life time of the detector.
Vesda e vep the vesda e vep series of smoke detectors bring the latest and most advanced detection technology to. One of the key elements in the performance of a xtralis vesda aspirating smoke detection system is the network of sampling pipes that actively transport air from a. Very early smoke detection apparatuss vesda ability to detect smoke during the incipit stages or a fire allows the system to be implemented in scenarios where heat sensitive chemicals or pharmaceutical storage is involved. The vesda smoke detector prototypes manufactured firstly at csiro, and later in several phases in the pmg workshops in melbourne, utilized pulsed xenon flash tubes and photomultipliers to detect broad wavelength, white light scattered off smoke particles carried into the detector labyrinth by air pumped out of an hvac return duct.
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