How is addressable FDAS different from conventional FDAS?

Conventional systems identify an affected zone. Addressable systems identify compatible devices or modules by address and can support more detailed event information and programmed cause-and-effect sequences.

Where is addressable FDAS commonly considered?

It is often considered for larger, multi-storey or operationally complex buildings, especially where exact point reporting, several interfaces, phased expansion or detailed system logic is useful.

Can an addressable FDAS control other building systems?

Compatible modules can supervise or control selected interfaces when included in the approved design. The required sequence, wiring, fail-safe behavior and responsibility for each connected system must be defined before programming.

Can you maintain or modify an existing addressable system?

Yes, subject to panel compatibility, access to the required programming tools and the condition of the installed system. We assess those details before committing to additions or changes.

What should we send before the site assessment?

Send the contact person, company, site location, new or existing system status, and any floor plans, loop drawings, device schedule, cause-and-effect matrix, panel details, specifications or BFP comments available.

Need an addressable FDAS? Start with a free site assessment.

Addressable FDAS reports compatible devices and modules by programmed identity and location. We assess the site, define the loops and cause-and-effect, then handle installation, programming and testing.

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Device-level reportingCompatible points carry an address
Programmed sequencesInputs and outputs follow defined logic
Complete project supportDesign through maintenance

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Is addressable FDAS right for your site?

Addressable FDAS gives more specific event information and flexible control logic, but its loops, programming and interfaces must be planned as one coordinated system.

How it operates

Compatible detectors and modules communicate over addressable loops. The panel uses each programmed address and label to report the point, location and event status.

Where it fits

Often considered for larger, multi-level or more complex buildings where device-level information, expansion, multiple interfaces or detailed cause-and-effect logic is valuable.

What we check

Loop topology and capacity, device addressing, isolators, panel network, notification circuits, power, interface modules, cause-and-effect programming and future expansion.

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From
assessment
to
handover.

We review the property, required alarm sequence and existing interfaces before defining the FDAS scope and project sequence.

Site assessment

We review the property, current conditions, available plans and project requirements.

Design & planning

We define the panel, device layout, alarm sequence, interfaces and installation scope.

Review quotation

We discuss the proposed scope, inclusions, commercial terms and questions before approval.

Supply & installation

Equipment, cabling, devices and site work follow the agreed project scope.

Testing & commissioning

The installed system is tested and commissioned against the approved scope and sequence.

Service + BFP follow-up

We remain available for maintenance, project records and BFP-related follow-up within our scope.

Addressable FDAS installed?
Keep every point ready.

We maintain existing addressable systems based on the installed panel family, loop configuration, programmed devices, interfaces and agreed testing scope.

01
Review panel events, loop status, power supplies, batteries and programmed device records.
02
Test the agreed detectors, modules, manual stations, notification appliances and interfaces.
03
Record faults, dirty or missing points, disabled functions and programming concerns.
04
Provide test records, corrective-work recommendations and BFP-related follow-up for our scope.

Addressable FDAS,
made clear.

Straight answers about device addresses, loops, programming, suitable buildings, maintenance and project information.

It is a system in which compatible detectors, modules and other points have programmed addresses. The control panel can report more specific point, location, alarm, supervisory or fault information.

Tell us about your
addressable FDAS project.

Send the site location, whether this is a new installation or an existing system, and any available plans or specifications. We’ll review the details and contact you about the site assessment and next steps.