The new requirements in the 2012 edition of the International Fire Code (IFC) and the International Building Code (IBC) are the result of the International Code Council (ICC) membership approving a proposal during the May 2010 Final Action Hearing to require the installation of CO detection in new and existing Group-R and Group-I occupancies, such as hotels, dormitories, apartment buildings, hospitals and nursing homes.
The New Mexico Construction Industries Division (CID) has adopted the 2009 International Residential Code (IRC) without amendments to the CO and smoke detection sections.
Meet both fire and carbon monoxide (CO) Code requirements with a single addressable device. The Advanced Multi-Criteria Fire/CO Detector (AMCF/CO) combines award-winning fire and CO protection using only 4 wires and 1 footprint for the most advanced, cost-effective, and attractive detection solution available.
On July 13, 2011, Connecticut Governor Dan Malloy signed HB 5326, Public Act No. 11-248 into law. The Act requires public or non-public school buildings, newly constructed on or after January 1, 2012, to install carbon monoxide (CO) detection. This is a good win for enhancing the life safety of students and facilities in Connecticut.
The CO1224TR Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detector with RealTest™ from System Sensor is a round version of the award-winning System Sensor CO1224T CO detector. It is designed for ceiling or wall applications where a round device better suits the aesthetics.
Life-threatening carbon monoxide (CO) buildup can happen anywhere flame-fueled appliances or motors are used. Because CO is odorless and tasteless, there is no way for occupants to recognize its existence without CO detection. Although most incidents happen during cold months, it is not exclusively a seasonal precaution. CO detection saves lives because it detects, in very early stages, when the highly toxic gas is present.
The CO1224TR Carbon Monoxide Detector with RealTest is a round version of the award-winning System Sensor CO1224T CO Detector. “Many of our customers requested a round version of our system-connected CO1224T for wall or ceiling applications where a round device would better suit the aesthetics,” explains Justin Mayer, System Sensor product manager for the Security business unit. “Aside from its round housing, the CO1224TR provides the same great features as the original CO1224T.”
With the first system-connected carbon monoxide (CO) detectors now reaching their end-of-life, it’s a perfect time for security dealers and installers to upgrade their subscribers to the latest CO detection technology, such as the award-winning CO1224T CO Detector with RealTest™.
The System Sensor Carbon Monoxide Online Training course provides a self-training option that can enhance your knowledge of CO detector technology, legislation and applications for use in the field. Take the course whenever and wherever it is most convenient for you. Once you’ve completed the course, you can take an online quiz and print a certificate to verify course completion.
With all the stories of carbon monoxide (CO) tragedies, your customers are likely becoming more aware of the dangers of CO. Likewise, the numerous stories of tragedies averted by CO detection have proven that CO detectors save lives. As a result, many of your customers are probably already interested in obtaining CO detection.