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Vimpex Limited where at stand FI.1650 on the 16-18 May 2023 at the ExCeL London where the co-located IFSEC, FIREX, Facilities Show and Safety & Health Expo events took place!
Hydrosense leak detection systems are designed to protect areas where water ingress could seriously damage electrical, communication and computer networks. It continuously monitors for water leaks around the clock, year in year out and has the facili...
The established Fire-Cryer® range has been further developed to include EN 54 Part 3 compliant products, thus
ensuring that Vimpex continues to lead the market in voice enhanced sounder technology.
The Banshee Excel range of sounders, beacons, sounder beacons and accessories represents the most modern, acoustically advanced and by far the most versatile range of conventional electronic sounders, combined units and dedicated beacons available on the market today.
Tough polycarbonate protective covers for manual call points. Available as alarmed or non alarmed in red, green, yellow, blue or white. Will fit flush or surface mount call points. Waterproof models also available.
A new super-compact single gang PSU 12/24V has been added to the Vimpex Identifire range that’s capable of supplying either 12 or 24 V dc and is suitable for a wide range of applications across the fire, security, and controls sectors. The Mini Switch Mode Power Supply shares the same look and innovativ...
Thieves trigger supermarket fire alarms to beat store security
Shoppers were recently evacuated from an Epsom supermarket after thieves maliciously activated
a fire alarm call point at Sainsbury's Kiln Lane store and then, under cover of the building evacuation, attempted to steal two televisions.
Vimpex is delighted to welcome Terry Mallarky who joins the team as Regional Key Account Manager. Terry, who brings over 30 years of experience with life safety products and customers, will be actively managing and developing OEM customers to achieve profitable growth and maintain relationships with key product, commercial and business managers.
Vimpex will again be taking centre stage at this year’s FIREX International at London’s EXcel. From their market-leading Identifire and Fire-Cryer ranges of evacuation and alarm sounders, beacons and system accessories, to the latest new products and innovations that include a Wide Voltage Relay and Mini Power Supply Unit, there will be lots of great Vimpex products and solutions to see on stand FI.1650.
Heath Cook has joined Vimpex, the UK’s leading independent manufacturer and distributor of Fire Detection, Alarm and Evacuation products and accessories as new Head of Sales (Evacuation Division).
Vimpex Fire-Cryer Voice Enhanced Sounders have been installed on link bridges between buildings at Swansea University, to increase the protection of staff and students should there be a fire alarm, by delivering clear messages and ensure a fast, efficient evacuation.
New ClamBell brings innovation and good looks to fire alarm bells
Vimpex’s new ClamBell® is an innovative, UK manufactured, fire alarm bell with a unique hinged design that swings shut after installation, which means it’s quick to install, aesthetically pleasing and reassuringly reliable - setting it apart from other fire alarm bells on the market.
Vimpex has supplied Agrippa wireless acoustic fire door holders to hold open fire doors at the HQ of one of England’s largest housing associations to provide an easy and effective method of infection control, whilst not impacting on fire safety.
We are all aware of the fantastic life-saving work carried out by the UK’s Air Ambulances when there’s a life-threatening injury or medical emergency.
Thames Valley Air Ambulance (TVAA) is no exception, relying on the skill and bravery of its team of doctors and critical care paramedics - some of the most highly skilled pre-hospital medics in the world - to deliver advanced trauma care to some of the most seriously injured patients across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire from its base at RAF Benson.
Vimpex adds fire door coordinator to door holder range
Vimpex Ltd, Europe’s leading independent manufacturer of fire alarm ancillaries, has added a Fire Door Coordinator which ensures that a pair of self-closing fire doors will always close in the correct sequence, enabling each door leaf to shut fully, and help to maintain the fire integrity of the doors.
A huge new Amazon fulfilment centre on the outskirts of Bristol has installed Vimpex Smart+Guard tough polycarbonate hinged protective covers to protect the building’s alarm callpoints from accidental or malicious activation, which could trigger costly building evacuations resulting in lost production and missed logistical connections.
As of 31 January 2020, leading specialist manufacturer of world class fire evacuation, signalling and building infrastructure system products Vimpex Limited has acquired the legal rights and ownership of Sigma Fire and Security and its brands Smart+Guard and Smart+Cage from Evac+Chair International.
Vimpex Managing Director James Jones says that "This important acquisition marks a pivotal moment for Vimpex, and an exciting point in our growth as a UK manufacturer.
"Evac+Chair International has been a highly-trusted and valued partner of Vimpex for some time, and we believe that through our specialist sector expertise, wide reach and established brand presence in the marketplace, Vimpex is in a strong position to drive forward the future growth of Sigma Fire and Security.
"The addition of the Smart+Guard range is yet another important strategic step in the Vimpex mission to become the world’s leading independent manufacturer and distributor of fire alarm sounders and associated evacuation and alarm system equipment and accessories, and is firmly aligned with company aspirations for new market penetration and protection of our supply chain, and to further shape alarm technology."
Vimpex is delighted to be showcasing its ‘BIG 3’ at Intersec 2020 Dubai (Hall 4, Stand C40) — that’s 3 great products and 3 great reasons to come and talk to Vimpex, Europe’s leading independent manufacturer and distributor of quality evacuation, signalling and building infrastructure system products for installers, distributors and OEM manufacturers.
Delivering the new standard in water leak detection for safety critical infrastructure, Hydrosense is the solution to one of the greatest threats to business continuity: water damage. UK insurers confirm that water leakage is now the costliest and most common claim made by commercial customers with a total loss in the UK alone approaching £800 million.
Vimpex’s Identifire TriTone sounder has recently been certified by UL Laboratories, an important move that marks a strategically important development for Vimpex. The UL brand is recognised worldwide as a mark of quality, safety and reliability and gives Vimpex the opportunity to expand further into more export markets.
Risk management ‘must prepare for the worst’ is the latest stark warning from the UK Environment Agency, which suggests entire communities could be forced to move because of the risk of floods. With global temperatures set to rise by up to four degrees Centigrade by 2100, some £1bn a year might be needed to be spent on flood management.
Leading independent manufacturer and distributor of fire alarm evacuation and building infrastructure products and accessories Vimpex, will be featuring their market-leading Identifire and Fire-Cryer ranges of evacuation and alarm sounders, beacons and system accessories at this year’s Firex International (18-20 June Excel London) on Stand FX940.
A fire safety system upgrade at Harwich and Dovercourt High School, a mixed secondary school and sixth form with academy status serving more than 1, 200 students aged 11 to 18 years, has 110 Vimpex Fire-Cryer Voice Sounders at its heart to help protect students and staff.
This extensive fire safety system upgrade, installed by life safety systems specialists Anglia Fire Protection Ltd. comprises 24 Vimpex wall mounted Fire-Cryer and 86 high output Midi Fire-Cryer Voice Sounders, with custom built voice message controllers built to the customer’s specification.
New ClamBell brings innovation and good looks to fire alarm bells
Vimpex’s new ClamBell® is an innovative, UK manufactured, fire alarm bell with a unique hinged design that swings shut after installation, which means it’s quick to install, aesthetically pleasing and reassuringly reliable - setting it apart from other fire alarm bells on the market.
