Fire Alarm
A robust, reliable fire alarm system is a cornerstone of building safety, providing early detection and clear notification in emergencies. Whether for new construction or retrofit projects, designing a fire alarm system that meets stringent Canadian codes and standards is critical to protecting occupants and property. At Break Engineering, we specialize in custom fire alarm engineering that aligns with the National Building Code of Canada (NBC) and CAN-ULC standards, tailored to your building’s specific occupancy, layout, and hazard classification.
Our engineering services encompass all types of fire alarm systems, from conventional and addressable panels to voice evacuation and mass-notification solutions. We analyze your building’s unique characteristics—including size, occupant load, and risk factors—to develop precise, code-compliant designs that deliver reliable detection and notification. Our solutions prioritize safety, functionality, and seamless integration with your facility’s operational needs.
Proper device placement is essential to ensuring early fire detection and effective occupant alerting. We carefully design layouts for smoke and heat detectors, manual pull stations, horns/strobes, and speaker/strobes to achieve full coverage and audibility as mandated by CAN-ULC spacing and sound-pressure requirements. Our detailed placement plans ensure that alarms are clearly heard and visible throughout all occupied areas.
Fire alarm systems must interact smoothly with other building systems for optimal safety. We provide detailed zoning and control logic designs that coordinate with elevators, HVAC systems, door releases, emergency lighting, and HVAC shutdown sequences. Our carefully engineered input/output matrices ensure the fire alarm system triggers the correct responses to protect occupants and assist emergency responders.
Continuous operation of life-safety systems during power outages is non-negotiable. We design primary and standby power circuits—including batteries and generators—sized and specified according to Code requirements. Our designs guarantee that your fire alarm system remains fully operational during emergencies, maintaining reliable detection and notification without interruption.
Why Choose Us For Your Fire Alarm Systems?
Our team is highly knowledgeable in NBC and CAN-ULC standards, ensuring your fire alarm design is fully compliant and future-proof.
We customize every design to your building’s occupancy, layout, and hazards, providing solutions that are practical and effective.
Our systems seamlessly interact with other building safety systems for enhanced protection and operational efficiency.
We prioritize system reliability and uninterrupted performance to safeguard lives and property at all times.
With extensive experience in diverse projects, we deliver solutions grounded in best practices and real-world insight.
From initial design through to commissioning, we work closely with you and your contractors for smooth project execution.