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The passing of Queen Elizabeth II

It is with great sadness that we learn of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, and we send our sincere condolences to the Royal Family for their loss. We will always be grateful for Her Majesty's many years of loyal service to the UK and her extraordinary legacy.

Advanced’s Growth Continues with Appointment of New Sales Director

Mike Cottam has been appointed as Sales Director at leading fire protection solutions company Advanced. He joins Advanced from global science-based technology company 3M, where, over the past 19 years, he has held a variety of roles covering sales and marketing, integration and Lean Six Sigma.

Faster, Safer, Building Evacuations with Advanced Dynamic Safety Signage

Fire and life safety systems manufacturer, Advanced, has extended its emergency lighting range with Dynamic Safety Signage (DSS) – proven to make building evacuations faster and safer.

Advanced Welcomes Fire Safety Guidance for New High-Rise Residential Buildings

Advanced welcomes the amended Approved Document B of the Building Regulations as a “positive step in the right direction to improve fire safety in new high-rise residential buildings”.  

Easy Ways to Avoid Fire System Specification Pitfalls

Fire industry legislation and regulations can be a minefield. This is particularly the case for non-fire specialists challenged with specifying fire systems capable of bringing peace of mind to all parties – both now and in the future, writes Amanda Hope, UK Business Development Manager at Advanced.

Advanced Named Fire Safety Systems Manufacturer of the Year

Advanced has been recognised in two categories at the FSM (Fire and Security Matters) Awards. From a shortlist of worthy nominees, Advanced was named Fire Safety Systems Manufacturer of the Year and also received recognition in the Fire Innovation of the Year category for its BS 8629-compliant evacuation alert system EvacGo.

Ashburton Triangle Mixed-Use Development Installs Advanced Fire Protection

A hat-trick of fire protection solutions from UK manufacturer, Advanced, is now installed at a sought-after, mixed-use development just metres from the Emirates Stadium, home to premiership football club, Arsenal.

Emergency Lighting: How Connectivity and Automation Can Ease Functionality and Compliance

When it comes to emergency lighting, connectivity and automation can transform the way you maintain functionality and compliance. In this feature, we’ll explore the reasons why it’s time to leverage the latest technology.

Advanced Offers Trouble-Free Fire Protection at World’s Ninth Largest Golf Resort

Two fault-tolerant networks of MxPro 5 fire panels from UK manufacturer, Advanced, have been installed as part of a fire system upgrade at the Manor House & the Ashbury Hotels in Devon.

£92 Million Student Accommodation Project Receives Advanced Protection

Five new towers at the University of Brighton’s Moulsecoomb Campus are now protected by a fault-tolerant network of MxPro 5 fire panels from global fire systems leader, Advanced.

Advanced and Hochiki Partnership Offers Installers Even Greater Freedom and Flexibility

Advanced’s industry-leading MxPro 5 fire alarm control panel is now compatible with Hochiki’s most sophisticated addressable multi-sensor device, the ACD.

Fire Safety in High-Rise Residential Buildings – New E-Book from Advanced

Fire protection solutions manufacturer, Advanced, has published a free e-book that explores fire safety in high-rise residential buildings and how it can be improved.

Advanced Reaches New Heights at Manchester Climbing Centre

A QuickZone conventional fire alarm system from UK manufacturer, Advanced, has been installed at BlocHaus Climbing, Manchester’s newest bouldering wall.

Advanced Launches Latest Generation Fire Panel to UK Market

Go is the new-generation, single-loop fire control panel from Advanced. Versatile and packed with premium features, Go provides cost-effective access to MxPro 5 range performance, quality and ease of use, in a simpler, non-networkable format for complete fire protection peace of mind.

Canary Wharf Office Complex Upgrades to Advanced Protection

A host of industry-leading fire protection solutions from UK manufacturer, Advanced, have been installed to protect approximately 140,000 sq ft of Grade A office space at Westferry House, Canary Wharf.

Fire Protection on the Frontline: The Critical Role of Fire Protection in Healthcare Facilities

Advanced's UK Fire Business Development Manager, Amanda Hope, examines the challenges faced by Healthcare premises in protecting patients, staff and property from the threat of fire.

Emergency Lighting Compliance Ensured at Leeds General Infirmary

Following an extensive overhaul of the hospital’s emergency lighting system, LuxIntelligent panels from fire and life safety systems manufacturer, Advanced, are ensuring ongoing compliance with the BS 5266-1 code of practice for the emergency lighting of premises.

Customer Announcement August 2021

Please be aware that our offices are closed on Friday 27th August and only minimal technical support cover will be available.

Cardiff Apartments Meet BS 8629 Code of Practice with Installation of EvacGo

Two seven-storey residential apartment buildings in the cultural and social hot-spot of Cardiff Bay are now protected by evacuation alert systems from UK manufacturer, Advanced.

Pocket Guide Makes Light Work of Meeting BS 5266-1

Fire and life safety systems manufacturer, Advanced, has published its BS 5266-1 Pocket Guide to Emergency Lighting.

System Upgrade Delivers Ship-Shape Fire Protection at HMS Belfast

HMS Belfast, the most significant surviving Royal Navy warship from the Second World War, has been equipped with leading fire protection from Advanced.

Advanced Lights the Way at University of Bristol

The University of Bristol’s emergency lighting upgrade continues with the installation of a further ten LuxIntelligent emergency light testing panels from fire and life safety system manufacturer, Advanced.

Discover the Benefits of Low-Voltage, LED Emergency Luminaires and Exit Signs from Advanced

Advanced’s latest line of EasySafe low-voltage, LED emergency luminaires and exit signs offers higher performance and greater energy efficiency benefits than ever before.

Improve Your Understanding of BS 8629 with Advanced

Fire protection solutions manufacturer Advanced, has launched two new courses to aid understanding of the BS 8629 Code of Practice recommendations and the EvacGo system designed to meet them.

New Appointment Puts Spotlight on Advanced’s Emergency Lighting

Global fire and life safety systems manufacturer, Advanced, has appointed Hanif Ghodawala as new business development manager for its emergency lighting division.

Gas Suppression Control for Critical and High-Risk Sites: What to Consider

Advanced’s Regional Sales Manager for the North, Neil Parkin, discusses some of the key considerations to take into account when specifying an effective gas suppression system.

Advanced’s MxPro 5 Selected for £485M Hospital Redevelopment Project

A fault-tolerant network of fire alarm control panels from Advanced has been selected to protect the 3Ts Redevelopment programme at the Royal Sussex County Hospital.

Advanced Appoints Amanda Hope as UK Fire Business Development Manager

Fire protection solutions company Advanced, has appointed Amanda Hope to drive its growth strategy in key sectors.

Coronavirus update - January 2021

The latest update on how the Coronavirus is affectiing Advanced staff, supply chains and manufacturing - 05 January, 2021.

Advanced Selected as Installer’s Preference for Luxury Apartments

An Advanced fire alarm control panel has been selected to protect Marsham House, a high-end apartment building in Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire.

Fire Safety in Buildings Awaiting Cladding Replacement

Immediately following the Grenfell Tower tragedy, the Ministry for Housing Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) focused on the risks associated with some, unsuitable cladding systems...

Appointment of EvacGo Application Engineer Strengthens Evacuation Alert Systems Expertise at Advanced

UK fire protection solutions manufacturer, Advanced, has announced the appointment of a dedicated EvacGo Application Engineer for its new BS 8629-compliant evacuation alert system.

Advanced at Centre of Wireless Fire Detection Solution for 18th Century Listed Mansion House

Industry-leading fire alarm control equipment from UK manufacturer, Advanced, has been installed at the core of a wireless fire detection system protecting Leuchie House in East Lothian on the Scottish Borders.

Iconic Lloyds Building Receives Advanced Fire Protection

A network of 10 MxPro 5 fire panels from systems leader, Advanced, have been installed to protect London’s famous Lloyds Building.

Fire Safety for Tall Buildings: Meeting BS 8629 with confidence

In the wake of the Grenfell tragedy, the fire industry had a duty to respond. Meaningful change was required and with the introduction of BS 8629:2019, as a matter of priority, the safe and effective egress of occupants within a building has been identified as critical to the success of any life-saving evacuation operation. 

Advanced Invests in New Market with Appointment of Dedicated Business Development Manager for EvacGo

Fire and life safety systems manufacturer, Advanced, has announced the appointment of a dedicated business development manager responsible for the launch and growth of EvacGo, Advanced’s new BS 8629-compliant evacuation alert system.

Advanced’s New EvacGo Makes Meeting the BS 8629 Code of Practice Easy

Fire protection solutions manufacturer, Advanced, has launched EvacGo, its evacuation alert system designed to meet the recommendations of BS 8629:2019, relating to buildings containing flats with a storey over 18 metres above ground level.

Imperial College London Upgrades Fire System to Advanced

A network of fire panels from UK manufacturer, Advanced, has been installed as part of a campus-wide system replacement at the Imperial College London (ICL), Hammersmith.

New Software Makes Light Work of Configuring Emergency Lighting

Fire and life safety systems manufacturer, Advanced, has launched a new generation of highly intuitive configuration software for its LuxIntelligent emergency light testing solution.

Advanced Fire Panels Selected for Site-Wide System Upgrade at Major UK Hospital

130 Advanced fire alarm control panels have been chosen to protect one of the UK’s largest acute teaching hospitals.

FTSE 250 Tech-Firm Chooses Advanced Fire Protection for its UK Headquarters

A network of fault-tolerant MxPro 5 fire panels from Advanced, have been installed at the UK headquarters of Computacenter.

LED Emergency Lighting from Advanced: Now is the Time to Make the Switch

The incentive to switch from fluorescent to LED emergency lighting has never been greater with Advanced’s range of versatile, high-performing and energy-efficient solutions.

It’s Lights, Camera, Action for Advanced as MxPro Protects London Television Studios

A network of fire panels from Advanced has been installed at the prestigious Riverside Studios in Hammersmith, London.

The Crucial Role of Fire Systems in Data Centre Design

In 2019, Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, France and Italy rounded out the top five countries in Europe in terms of their numbers of data centres. The challenge for facilities managers is to keep all this critical infrastructure running, as problems can have very serious consequences.

Welsh Super School Protected by Advanced Panels

A new flagship school in Port Talbot, Ysgol Bae Baglan, is being protected by industry-leading fire panels from Advanced.

New Emergency Lighting Range from Advanced

Advanced is extending its range of emergency lighting solutions with the launch of EasySafe addressable, low-voltage emergency luminaires and exit signs.

Advanced to Launch Evacuation Alert System to Meet New BS 8629 Code of Practice

Fire system manufacturer, Advanced, is soon to launch its evacuation alert system to meet the recommendations set out in the new British Standard 8629:2019, relating to buildings containing flats with a storey more than 18 metres above ground level.

Advanced Panels Selected for Battersea Power Station Redevelopment Project

One of largest property developments anywhere in the world in recent years, the £9 billion regeneration of the iconic Battersea Power Station in London will be protected by cutting edge MxPro 5 fire panels and bespoke AdSpecials panels from Advanced.

Coronavirus update - June 2020

The latest update on how the Coronavirus is affectiing Advanced staff, supply chains and manufacturing - 25 March 2020.

Emergency Evacuations: Are You Prepared?

As our buildings and the way in which we put them to use become more complex, the challenges of safely evacuating occupants also increase. Advanced's Technical Services Manager, Paul Duffy, investigates.

Mobile-Managed Emergency Light Testing from Advanced

At a time when it’s so critical to work remotely wherever possible yet maintain high standards of safety, cloud-based technologies can be an important ally.

Latest Update on Coronavirus (COVID-19) 24 March

The latest update on how the Coronavirus is affectiing Advanced staff, supply chains and manufacturing - 25 March 2020.

Update on Coronavirus (COVID-19) from our Operations Director 19 March

Advanced is closely monitoring the spread of coronavirus, the respiratory illness originating from Wuhan City, China.

Networked Fire Systems – What To Consider?

Have you ever really thought about what your fire panel has to do?

The demands on today’s fire systems have never been greater – and not all panels are created equal – which can make choosing the right solution a challenge.

Advanced Appoints New Finance Director

Newcastle-based manufacturer of intelligent fire systems, Advanced, has appointed Ben Moody as its new Finance Director.

UK’s Tallest Residential Tower to be Protected by Advanced Fire Panels

Global systems leader, Advanced, has been specified on yet another landmark development in London.

Advanced Ensures Passenger Safety at London Bridge Station

48 million UK commuters and 80 new businesses who travel and operate within London Bridge Station each year are now protected by MxPro 5 fire panels from fire systems leader Advanced.

Spotlight on Emergency Lighting as Advanced Appoints New Business Manager

Global fire and life safety company, Advanced, has appointed a new business manager to support the growth of its emergency lighting business.

University Future-Proofs £450m Campus with Networked Fire System from Advanced

Swansea University has installed a network of Advanced fire alarm control panels to protect its 65-acre, £450million Bay campus from the threat of fire.

Stately Home Secured with Advanced Protection

A country house steeped in almost two centuries of history that was converted into a residential care home, is now being protected by benchmark multi-protocol panels from fire systems leader Advanced.

Redundant Control for Complete Peace of Mind

Not all redundant systems are created equal, so it’s important to understand the levels of risk at stake and to choose and plan your redundant system accordingly

FTSE 100 Innovation Manager Appointed as Head of Digital for North East Manufacturer

A North East-based fire system manufacturer has appointed its first Head of Digital, as it looks to realise the full potential of connectivity.

Can Your Fire System Do This?

Advanced's Technical Support Manager, Paul Duffy, gives his insight into the diagnostic features of fire panels that can save you time, money and hassle…

Industrial Park Benefits from Revolutionary False Alarm Solution

Just one MxPro addressable fire panel and Advanced’s leading false alarm management solution, AlarmCalm, has been used to protect every unit in a UK business park from false alarms and improve fire protection.

Milton Keynes Magistrates Court Rules in Favour of Advanced Protection

An Advanced MxPro, multiprotocol fire system and Apollo detection has been installed to protect people and premises at the Magistrate's Court in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire

University of Edinburgh Installs First-Class Fire Protection

The University of Edinburgh, one of the UK’s most prestigious educational establishments with a history stretching back to 1582, is now protected by industry-leading intelligent fire panels from Advanced.

Advanced confirmed as “Engineer’s Choice” at Exclusive Central London Offices

Intelligent fire panels from global fire systems leader, Advanced, have been installed in a prestigious, £134million Central London office building.

Advanced’s High Rise Reputation sees it Protect European Landmark

Global fire systems leader, Advanced, has been specified on another landmark tall building.

Standing at 62-storeys high, 22 Bishopsgate in the City of London is the second-tallest building in Western Europe.

Advanced Invites Visitors to Experience Firex’s Largest Ever Exhibition Zone

Advanced is set to showcase its latest industry leading products at Firex International 2019 as it forms part of the annual event’s largest ever exhibition zone.

Wexham Park Hospital Selects Advanced to Protect New £49million Emergency Assessment Centre

Industry-leading MxPro 5 fire panels from global systems leader, Advanced, have been installed at Wexham Park Hospital as part of a major upgrade to the hospital’s fire system.

Advanced Celebrates 20th Anniversary With Installation of its 100th Panel on London Underground

The 100^th fire alarm control panel, from global leaders in the design, manufacture and supply of intelligent fire systems, Advanced, has been installed on the London Underground. The UK-based manufacturer is celebrating its 20^th year in business with more than 60 Tube stations now protected by its industry-leading fire systems.

Securing the Future of the North East’s Manufacturing Sector Through Apprenticeships

A Newcastle-based manufacturer of commercial fire alarm control panels is encouraging emerging talent to consider a career in manufacturing by showcasing the success stories of some of its brightest minds, all who began their careers with apprenticeships.

Fire Systems Leader Invites you to Discover the ‘Advanced Difference’

Intelligent fire systems manufacturer, Advanced, has announced the launch of a new campaign, aiming to demonstrate the added value and context behind some of its industry-leading products. 

Advanced Panels Recognised with FM Approvals Diamond Mark

Axis EN and MxPro 5 fire panels from global systems leader, Advanced, have been certified by FM Approvals to the EN 54 standard, becoming the first UK-manufactured fire alarm control panels to attain this accreditation.

12th Century Abbey Selects Advanced to Protect its Priceless Artefacts

Jedburgh Abbey, a 12^th century Augustinian abbey located on the Scottish Borders, has selected the industry-leading MxPro 5 panel, from Advanced, to protect a rich heritage of treasures on display in its visitor centre. 

Advanced invests £1million in North-East HQ and Manufacturing Plant

Leading North-East manufacturer, Advanced, has made a £1million investment in its corporate headquarters and manufacturing plant in North Tyneside. 

MD Appointment Signals New Phase of Growth for Advanced

Global fire systems leader, Advanced, has announced the appointment of Pete Browitt, as Managing Director. 

Advanced Emergency Lighting Protects Exclusive Knightsbridge Hotel

One of London’s most prestigious hotels, The Berkeley in Knightsbridge, London, is now protected by a LuxIntelligent emergency lighting test system and MxPro fire panels from Advanced.

Advanced Support for 3D Modelling with Launch of BIM Objects

Advanced, a global leader in the design, manufacture and supply of intelligent fire systems, have worked with NBS to produce a comprehensive range of certified BIM objects for their fire panels, now listed on the NBS National BIM Library

Advanced Launches Brochure for Fire Protection in Historic Sites

Global fire systems leader, Advanced, has launched a new guide to fire protection for historic and heritage sites.

Advanced Protection for National Rail College

A key driver in the successful delivery of the UK’s £42.6 billion HS2 project, the new National College for High Speed Rail, is now protected by industry-leading fire panels from Advanced.

£2M Move Accelerates Growth at Fire Systems Manufacturer

North-east-based fire systems manufacturer, Advanced has reached a milestone in the construction and refit of its new £2M headquarters.

Advanced Fire System Handles the Pressure at Elfab

Elfab, a global manufacturer of pressure relief products, has selected a high performance fire system from Advanced for installation at its corporate headquarters and manufacturing facility.

Advanced Protection for Chichester College

More than 15,000 students and staff at Chichester College, one of the largest education institutions in the South of England, are now being protected by industry-leading fire panels from Advanced.

Industry Award for Advanced Customer Service

Global fire systems leader Advanced has been awarded Highly Commended for Service Excellence at the annual Safety and Health Excellence (SHE) Awards 2018, held at the NEC, Birmingham.

£260m Retail Complex Protected by Advanced Panels

Meyer Bergman’s £260 million shopping and leisure complex, ‘The Broadway’ in Bradford, UK, is being protected by industry-leading fire panels from Advanced.

Unnecessary Risk (and Ways to Avoid It)

Unlimited fines and up to two years in prison are the ultimate penalties for serious breaches of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.

The majority of failures to comply with the Order’s regulations are dealt with through formal/informal enforcement. However, the possibility of prosecution and imprisonment are sobering reminders of the risks in failing to meet minimum fire safety standards.

Bespoke Fire Panels with Advanced's AdSpecials Service

For customers requiring custom fire panels, Advanced’s AdSpecials team will work with them to design and manufacture unique panels and control interfaces for its fire systems, whatever the installation challenge.  

Life is Sweeter with Advanced Protection

The Chocolate Quarter, one of the UK’s most stylish retirement complexes, is now protected by industry-leading fire panels from Advanced.  

LuxIntelligent now available as an Android app

Advanced has added an Android app to its LuxIntelligent emergency lighting testing system. This is in addition to the existing iOS and desktop versions.

New CPD Training for Emergency Lighting and 'Stay Put' Lighting from Lux Intelligent

LuxIntelligent manufacturer Advanced has launched a new CPD training module focusing on emergency lighting testing compliance.

Ending the False Alarm Nightmare Thanks to Advances in False Alarm Management Techniques

A renewed focus on fire safety – spurred on by high profile fires in recent years – is very timely in addressing false-alarm-related issues.

The Ultimate Challenge - Using the Latest Fire Systems to Protect Remote Sites

Intermittent power, a 12-hour round trip to site – if the ferry’s working that is – and a three-day lead (at best) on spare parts. Any takers for this fire protection job? 

Advanced Emergency Lighting System Selected by Centre of Sports Excellence

LuxIntelligent, the leading emergency light testing system, has been specified to replace an obsolete system at Plas y Brenin, the National Mountain Sports Centre in the heart of Snowdonia.

Updated Lux Intelligent Savings Calculator Demonstrates Retrofit Emergency Light Testing Savings

Advanced has recently updated the savings calculator on its Lux Intelligent website to demonstrate the savings customers can achieve by retrofitting its cloud-enabled emergency light testing system.

Advanced’s Fire Networking is Now Miles More Flexible

Global intelligent fire systems leader Advanced has recently launched a new device that makes its market-leading networking more flexible and configurable than ever.

Advanced Panels Protect Landmark Swansea Stadium

The Liberty Stadium, home of Premier League club Swansea City and Rugby Union Pro12 side Ospreys, is now protected by industry-leading intelligent fire panels from Advanced.

Advanced Protection For London Symphony Orchestra Discovery Project

LSO St Luke’s, home of the world-renowned London Symphony Orchestra’s community and education programme, LSO Discovery, is now protected by industry-leading fire panels from Advanced.

Historic Eyemouth Venue Protected by Advanced Panels

An intelligent fire system from Advanced has been chosen to protect The Hippodrome arts centre, a newly opened community hub housed in an historic listed building in Eyemouth.

Greece's Biggest Mobile Operator Chooses Advanced Protection

An industry-leading intelligent fire system from Advanced is now protecting one of the most prominent buildings in Greece’s second city, Thessaloniki.

Ensuring Fire System Effectiveness in Historic Sites

The threat and consequences of fire in any building are serious, but historic structures pose a particularly complex challenge for the people and systems charged with protecting them.

Yet Another World Heritage Site Gets Advanced Fire Protection

Durham Cathedral, the 1,000-year-old World Heritage Site and one of Britain’s most visited buildings, is now protected by market-leading intelligent fire panels from Advanced.

Advanced Axis EN System Protects Students at Sofia University

An industry-leading fire system from Advanced has been selected to protect the world-renowned Faculty of Chemistry and Pharmacy at Bulgaria’s Sofia University.

Advanced Panels Protect World Class Chemical Plant

The performance, ease-of-use and backwards compatibility of its MxPro 5 multiprotocol panels has seen Advanced chosen to protect a major UK chemical plant.

Advanced Appoints New UK Regional Sales Manager

Global fire systems leader Advanced has appointed Ken Bullock as its new sales manager for south east England.

World Famous Restaurants Enjoy Advanced Protection

Two of London’s most exclusive restaurants, including the world-renowned Ivy, are now protected by industry-leading fire panels from Advanced.

Legendary Eyewear Brands Get Advanced Protection

An intelligent fire system from global leader Advanced is protecting the headquarters of Luxottica, the world’s market-leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of fashion, luxury, sports and performance eyewear.

AlarmCalm False Alarm Management System Nominated for Tomorrow’s Care Award

Advanced’s AlarmCalm false alarm management system has been nominated for the Tomorrow’s Care Awards 2017.

Advanced’s Fire Panels Nominated for Tomorrow’s Health and Safety Award

Advanced’s MxPro 5 fire panel range has been nominated for the Tomorrow’s Health and Safety Awards 2017.

AlarmCalm False Alarm Management System Nominated for Tomorrow’s FM Award

Advanced’s AlarmCalm false alarm management (FAM) system has been nominated for the Tomorrow’s FM Awards 2017.

New Technology is Helping Defeat False Fire Alarms

False fire alarms are a huge issue in fire safety. They're costly and can put occupant safety at risk. The latest innovations in false alarm management have made a huge difference in minimising this global issue.

World-Famous National Theatre Selects High Performance MxPro 5

Intelligent fire panels from industry-leading manufacturer Advanced have been chosen to protect the National Theatre in London after an £89m redevelopment.

Ongoing Investment in Lux Intelligent sees Appointment of UK Sales Manager

As part of ongoing investment in its Lux Intelligent emergency lighting testing system, global fire and life safety company Advanced has appointed a dedicated UK sales manager, Robin Kemp.

Leading Kosovo Bank Selects Advanced Protection for New HQ

One of the leading banks in Europe’s newest nation has selected industry-leading Advanced fire systems to protect its new headquarters.

LuxIntelligent shortlisted for Lux Awards 2016

LuxIntelligent, the leading emergency lighting testing system from global fire and life safety company Advanced, has has been nominated for this year’s prestigious Lux Awards.

Advanced Recognised by BSI for 10 Years of Standards Excellence in Fire Systems

Global fire systems leader Advanced is delighted to announce that it has received an award from BSI, the business standards company, for 10 years of standards excellence in fire systems.

Advanced Adds More Zones to its QuickZone Fire Panels

Global fire systems leader Advanced has extended the range of its QuickZone range of conventional and twin-wire fire panels by adding a 16-32 zone option. This complements the existing 2-4 and 4-12 zone options and significantly enhances the versatility of the panel range.

Flagship Bulgarian Bank Safeguarded by Advanced Fire System

Intelligent fire and suppression systems from global leader Advanced, have been chosen to protect the flagship branch of DSK, one of Bulgaria’s leading banks.

It’s the Right Time to be Interested in Emergency Lighting

Dave Henderson, Emergency Lighting Product Manager at Advanced, looks at some of the latest developments in emergency lighting, an important area for care home operators and managers.

EN54 Part 13: Does Your Fire System Measure Up?

EN54 Part 13 indicator of fire system performance to ensure everyone can check their fire system measures up, Advanced has produced a new infographic and 1.5m wall chart that sets out the Part 13 related issues you need to be aware of.

Advanced Chosen for Atlantic Islands Centre

The performance and reliability of Advanced’s MxPro fire alarm panels has seen them installed in another remote coastal location, the Atlantic Islands Centre on Luing, off the west coast of Scotland.

Advanced ExGo Panels Protect Bulgarian Government Building

Critical assets in the Ministry of Education and Science building in the Bulgarian capital Sofia, are being protected by industry-leading ExGo suppression control panels from Advanced.

'Cathedral to Nature' Protected by Advanced Fire System

The world-famous Natural History Museum in London, and its more than five million annual visitors are being protected by intelligent fire panels from Advanced.  

Advanced's Axis EN Wins Polish Award

Advanced's Axis EN fire panel has won the 'Devices and Fire Alarms Systems' category of the POLALARM Awards.

Advanced Fire System Specified by London Landmark

One of the UK’s landmark buildings, the Leadenhall Building in the City of London, will be protected by industry-leading intelligent fire panels from Advanced.

Historic US Landmark Specifies Advanced Fire Panel

Advanced's Axis AX fire panel has been selected to protect Rhode Island's oldest episcopal church.

Famous Light Railway System Selects Advanced's Multiprotocol Fire Panels

The Tyne and Wear Metro system, widely considered the first modern light railway system in the UK, is being protected by intelligent fire systems from Advanced after the industry-leading manufacturer provided it with new fire alarm panels.

Advanced Advantages Safeguard Leading Academy

An Advanced, intelligent fire system with touchscreen repeaters, internet control and backwards compatibility, has been chosen to protect Ringmer Community College in East Sussex.

The Growing Importance of False Alarm Management

False fire alarms are a huge issue in fire safety management today. They are costly in financial terms and can seriously impact the efficacy of any building’s fire planning.

Advanced Protects Vital Data and Computing Assets at Cambridge University

Advanced's ExGo suppression control panels have been installed in a £20m, state-of-the-art data and high performance computing centre at the University of Cambridge.

Advanced Growth Drives Recruitment

With demand for its fire systems growing steadily in all of its domestic and international markets, Advanced has recently completed a major recruitment drive to grow its workforce by over 10%

Retail Legend Specifies Advanced Panels

The UK’s newest Harvey Nichols, which recently opened in Birmingham, is protected by industry-leading intelligent, multiprotocol fire panels from Advanced.

Advanced Saves Flagstaff School $20,000 on Fire Systems Update

An Advanced Axis AX fire system has helped an Arizona school overcome installation challenges and save it money.

Advanced Protects IPEC Las Vegas

Advanced protection for the International Peace Education Center in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Polish Nursing Home Protected by Advanced Fire Panels

One of Poland’s premier nursing and care establishments, Dom Seniora Willmanowa Pokusa in Krzeszow, is now being protected with an industry-leading Axis EN fire system from Advanced including AlarmCalm false alarm management.

Advanced Panels Protect Flagship London Underground Station

Advanced MxPro fire panels are now protecting London Underground passengers at the flagship Tottenham Court Road Station on the Northern Line.

Advanced Protect Bath’s Heritage at Empire Hotel

Bath’s historic Empire Hotel has installed industry-leading fire panels from UK manufacturer, Advanced, as part of a system-wide upgrade.

Advanced Chosen to Protect Landmark HQ Building

Global fire systems manufacturer Advanced has been selected to protect the new global headquarters of Landmark Group in Dubai.

Founded in 1973 in Bahrain, the Landmark Group has successfully grown into one of the largest and most successful retail organizations in the Middle East, Africa and Indian Subcontinent. It operates over 1,900 outlets encompassing over 24 million square feet and employs over 50,000 people.

Advanced Fire System Simulator for London City Airport

London City Airport has recently opened a new simulation training room, mirroring its fire system which features panels from leading manufacturer, Advanced.

Industry Award for Advanced's New Fire Audio System

Advanced has won a Fire and Life Safety Innovation Award for its PerfectSync emergency communications system at the 2015 ESX Show in Baltimore, USA.

Advanced Joins Rail Industry Fire Association

Advanced has recently become a member of the Rail Industry Fire Association (RIFA), reinforcing the company’s credentials in the transport industry.

TouchControl Touchscreen Repeater Now Available

Advanced has launched TouchControl, its new touchscreen fire system repeater and remote control terminal which features Active Maps and zone plans.

Advanced Protection for Magna Carta

Magna Carta at Lincoln Castle is now being protected by extinguishing and fire alarm panels from Advanced.

New Axis Intelligent CO Detector and Sounder Base

Advanced has released a new intelligent carbon monoxide (CO) detector and sounder base.

The unit works with Advanced’s Axis AX fire system to provide stand-alone CO detection for life safety, with ‘plug-in’ fire multi-detection capabilities.

New Video Reveals How to Make Light Work of Emergency Light Testing

A new video from Advanced shows how cloud monitoring through Lux Intelligent makes emergency light testing easy - from anywhere in the world.

Abu Dhabi's New Aviation Fuel Depot Gets Advanced Protection

A multi-million dollar extension to one of the highest risk areas of Abu Dhabi International Airport is being protected by an industry-leading Axis AX fire system from Advanced.

Center Parcs Woburn Forest Protected by Advanced

An intelligent fire system from Advanced has been chosen for the major new Woburn Forest Center Parcs UK short break village in Bedfordshire.

Advanced is the Academic Choice for University of Buckingham

The University of Buckingham has selected intelligent fire alarm control panels from leading global fire systems manufacturer, Advanced, for the refurbishment of its campus accommodation.

Controlling False Fire Alarms in Hotels with AlarmCalm

Advanced's new guide to complete False Alarm Management for Hotels using AlarmCalm, the unparalleled false alarm solution, is now available.

Advanced’s MxPro 5 Multiprotocol Panel now Supports Nittan

Advanced’s industry-leading multiprotocol fire panel, the MxPro 5, now has full, enhanced support across its entire range for the Nittan Evolution protocol.

Advanced Launches Mobile Managed Emergency Light Testing

Global fire systems business Advanced has launched LuxIntelligent, a new emergency lighting testing system with cloud monitoring and mobile management. It offers time and cost savings, a host of unique technical features and proves compliance with BS5266-1. 

Smarter Fix: Easier Fire System Installation with Advanced

Groundbreaking Train Factory to be Protected by Advanced

Hitachi Rail Europe has specified industry-leading MxPro multiprotocol fire panels from Advanced to protect its new UK manufacturing facility in County Durham, the first brand new rail vehicle manufacturing facility to be built in the UK for over 100 years.

Leading London Property Firm Selects Advanced

One of London’s most high-profile commercial property management companies has selected fire systems from Advanced to protect its landmark buildings as part of a multi-million pound investment programme. 

Advanced Expertise Featured in Detector Choice

Advanced's Richard Hitchman, MD of our Australian partner Fusion Advanced, recently featured in an industry article on detection choice.

Advanced Fire Panels Protect the Eighth Wonder of the World

Hagia Sophia, built in Constantinople almost 1,500 years ago and a landmark of global importance has been protected with an Advanced fire system.

Advanced Protection for Irreplaceable Art Collection

The National Galleries of Scotland has selected industry-leading MxPro 5 fire panels from Advanced to protect all of its properties, including three major galleries holding priceless collections.

New Appointment to US Sales Team

Advanced has boosted its team in the U.S. with the appointment of Gene LaValle as Regional Sales Manager for the Mid-Western territory.

New Personalised Technical Support Portals from Advanced

Fire systems leader Advanced is celebrating the launch of its new online technical and customer support portal, Advanced360.

Advanced ‘Red Lines’ False Fire Alarms with AlarmCalm

Fire systems leader Advanced has stepped up the fight against unwanted false alarms with its new AlarmCalm complete false alarm management (FAM) solution.

Advanced Protection for Key Sudanese Pipeline

Intelligent fire systems leader, Advanced has been selected to protect critical infrastructure along a 1,600km Sudanese oil pipeline.

Leading School Selects Advanced for Fire Alarms and Paging

A leading UK girls’ school has selected multiprotocol fire panels linked to a high performance radio paging system from Advanced, to ensure the safety of pupils and DDA/Equality Act compliance.

Advanced Panels Chosen to Protect £140 Million Tyne Tunnels

One of the UK’s busiest river crossings, the Tyne Tunnels are being protected by industry-leading fire panels and extinguishant control systems from Advanced.

Malta’s Primary Power Source Offers Advanced Protection

A key part of Malta’s power network, the 2012 extension of the Delimara Power Station, is being protected by a new fire system from industry-leading fire manufacturer Advanced.

Historic Hebridean Abbey Selects Advanced

Providing a fire system for the most sacred site in Scotland was always going to be a challenge, especially considering the remoteness of its historic location, but for the custodians of Iona Abbey global fire systems manufacturer Advanced was the only choice.

Firex 2014: Advanced Moves the Fire Industry Forward – Again

Advanced is exhibiting on two stands at Firex this year, showing more innovations and best-in-class solutions than ever before.

Advanced Announces Halma Deal

Leading international fire systems manufacturer, Advanced, has announced its acquisition by Halma Plc, the leading safety, health and sensor technology group.

Key Appointment Spearheads Indian Expansion for Advanced

Global fire systems manufacturer Advanced has appointed Reji Mathew as national sales manager for India.

Advanced Panels Chosen to for Flagship Pharmaceutical Site

One of the UK’s leading pharmaceutical research and development sites is now being protected by industry-leading Advanced fire panels following a multi-million pound redevelopment project.

Advanced Technology Safeguards Flagship City Academy

A landmark London school, designed by one of the world’s leading architects, has had its fire system upgraded with an MxPro multiprotocol fire system from Advanced.

Advanced Panels Installed in Historic Heythrop Park Hotel

One of Britain’s most prestigious luxury hotels, De Vere Heythrop Park in Oxfordshire has selected high performance fire panels from industry leader Advanced, for a complete replacement of its existing fire systems.

The New Advanced Conventional and Twin-wire Fire System

Leading fire systems business, Advanced, has launched a new conventional and twin-wire fire system called QuickZone.

Advanced Completes Global Rebrand

Advanced Electronics has recently launched a global brand that unifies its international operations and reflects the market-leading values and product advantages that have quietly made it a global success story.

Advanced Fire Systems Adopts New Global Brand

Leading North American fire business, Advanced Fire Systems Inc (AFSI), has rebranded as Advanced with new corporate and product identities, ensuring a consistent brand in all of the international territories in which it operates.

New MxPro 4 Panels Now Shipping

Following our recent rebrand our benchmark Mx-4000 panel is now shipping with a new colour scheme, fascia label and product brand, MxPro 4.

Advanced Boosts South East England Team with Key Appointment

Leading fire systems manufacturer Advanced has boosted its team in South East England with the appointment of Robin Kemp as regional sales manager.

First in Australia with AS4428.3 2010 Fire Fighters interface approval

Following changes in the Building Code for Australia, Fusion Advanced has become the first fire systems supplier in Australia to have its entire product range approved to the latest standards required by the BCA.

The Gold Standard for Fire Systems

Read the featured article which Advanced wrote for a recent issue of IFP.

The Highest Performance at Advanced

Western Europe’s tallest building, The Shard, is protected by an intelligent fire panel network from Advanced.

Advanced Protection for Romanian National Library

The priceless collections of the new National Library of Romania, a landmark building in the heart of Bucharest, will be kept safe thanks to an array of ExGo suppression control panels from global intelligent fire systems manufacturer Advanced.

Advanced Specified for London’s The Shard

Western Europe’s highest building, The Shard, is protected by an intelligent fire panel network from Advanced.

UK City of Culture Gets Advanced Protection

A networked fire system driven by Advanced’s intelligent MxPro, multiprotocol, fire panels has just been installed to protect a £9.5m historic restoration.

Bomba Approval Achieved

Advanced’s reputation for producing the highest quality fire systems has helped it enjoy continual expansion into new territories with Malaysia's BOMBA Approval recently acheived.

On the Case of Part 13

Win a case of our very own award winning Part 13 ale and find out more about why Advanced is one of the few fire systems businesses with EN54 Part 13 approvals. 

New Global Brand Launched at Firex 2013

After 14 years of market leadership Advanced has launched a new global brand to reflect its strong position in the global intelligent fire systems market.

Advanced MD Named on Global Influence List

Ray Hope, managing director of Advanced, has been placed 28th on a list of the top 40 most influential people in the fire & security industry. The highest of any fire systems manufacturer.

Lifeline DDA and Fire Paging Combined

DDA and Detailed Fire Paging in One Panel

The latest arrival in Advanced's stable of high performance fire panels is its Lifeline paging system.

Intelligent Wireless Systems from Fusion

Fusion Advanced Focusing on Intelligent Wireless Systems at Fire Australia

Fusion Advanced, one of Australia's fastest growing fire system suppliers will be showcasing its AU5000 intelligent fire panel and wireless detection range at Fire Australia in Melbourne (14th-16th November 2012).

Advanced in Fastest 50

Advanced has been named as one of North East's fastest growing businesses.

Advanced Protocol Evolves with Nittan

Leaders in intelligent fire and safety control, Advanced is delighted to announce the first of its MxPro 5 range of analogue addressable panels, now supports Nittan's Evolution protocol.

Garden Party for Queen's Awards Winners

The Duchess of Northumberland threw open the gates to Alnwick Garden to present the Queen's Award for Enterprise to Advanced. The award, for 2011, was given in recognition of Company's exceptional business performance.

Queen's Award Presentation

Advanced have been presented with the Queen’s Award for Enterprise. The UK’s top business award has been given in recognition of the Company’s exceptional business performance.

Queens Award for Advanced

Advanced, the specialist fire detection and life safety equipment manufacturer has been awarded the prestigious Queen’s Award for Enterprise. The UK’s top business award has been given in recognition of the Company’s exceptional business performance.

Next Generation of Control Panels

Advanced's Managing Director, Ray Hope reveals how the new MxPro 5 family of fire alarm control panels was developed and outlines some of its advanced features.

A Case of Double Standards.

In this article Mike Troiano President of Advanced Fire Systems Inc.describes the differences and synergies between US & European fire systems and gives examples of future convergence.

Advanced Radio Paging Communications

Advanced LifeLine Product Manager, David Henderson, talks about radio paging communications in the context of the Disability Discrimination Act, and why we should help influence public and private sector building owners to alert the hearing impaired upon activation of a fire alarm.

Bespoke Product Solutions from Advanced

Advanced Sales Director Ian Thomspontalks about Bespoke Product Solutions, and why we should be focusing our drive on new products, that can be adapted from our existing product portfolio.

Expanding Technical Support - David Burton

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Dave Burton to the position of a Technical Support Engineer. Dave joins the Technical Support team and will be responsible for assisting Technical Support, Sales and Training with our product range.