Latest News

Check this page regularly to keep up to date with all the latest news and information regarding the Fire Beam. You will be the first to hear of any new developments or announcements we think will be of interest to our customers.
Thumbs up for Apollo's new Mini Switch Monitor
Thursday 3rd June 2010

We have now fully tested and approved the new Apollo Field Interface XP95 Mini SM (Apollo part No. 55000-760) for use with the new firebeamplus. This interface can be fitted within the head meaning a fully addressable beam that because of thefirebeam's low power consumption can be loop powered without the use of separate power supply. This is a very tidy and cost effective answer to advanced motorised beam detection using the new firebeamplus.
The new firebeamplus hits the streets.
Thursday 13th May 2010

After many months of development and testing that latest version of our beam thefirebeamplus is now released. This will now become our standard beam and features many new innovative advances, pushing it further ahead as the market leader.

Most importantly, new advanced linear stepper motors mean a five fold increase in commissioning alignment time, which brings it down to around 3 minutes!

International users will now benefit from the seven language options available for the menu system, a true benefit as the beam is now selling in over 35 counties around the globe.

The menu system is now simplified with movements in degrees and levels in percentages making our intuitive and easy to understand system even easier to use.

New features also include a beam phasing, meaning it is now possible to have beams directly facing each other unlike other beams available. Adjustable Hysteresis allows you to adjust recovery times as contamination clears and auto alignment can be delayed or switched off completely.

We have taken what is already an award winning innovation and moved it forward with the user in mind. To find out more download our new brochure and user guide.

Using the new Plus model
Even if you're used to using the existing firebeam we suggest you take a few moments to acclimatise yourself with its new features by running through the new user guide. And for new users simply follow the step by step instructions and you'll soon be up and running in no time at all!

As always we would love to get feed back from you, so if you've used the new firebeamplus beam let us know what you think either good or bad. Send your emails to info@thefirebeam.com.
We're at Firex North again
Wednesday 12th May 2010

Come along and see us again at this years Firex North situated right in the heart of the city centre as Manchester Central is the new venue for Firex North which takes place betweem 27th and 28th October 2010. We will of course be showcasing thefirebeamplus so why not try our new beam for yourself. We hope to see you there!
Another Record Year!
Wednesday 12th May 2010

We are coming up to our 5th year since launch and we are very pleased to announce that sales have reached a staggering £4.5 million and we are now selling in over 35 countries. With the ease of use and unsurpassed reliability we are looking forward to unprecedented growth over the next 5 years.
The Fire Beam travels to India
Monday 7th December 2009

Last month saw us exhibiting at the Firex India show. We partnered with Bangalore based Prolabs and had a very successful show. The stand was full from first thing in the morning through to the end of the day. Fire Beam Business Development Manager Cliff Key is already fulfilling orders taken at the show and can see a huge potential in the region for our self aligning beam.
The Fire Beam wows the crowds at Firex 2009!
Friday 22nd May 2009

It was an amazingly successful show for us at this years International Firex show. We had visitors and enquires from around the globe and new customer orders are already flying in. The Fire Beam is seen as the beam of choice in the UK but after this show it looks like the rest of the world is now looking to upgrade to our beam - watch this space....




At 4 metres high there was definitely no missing the Fire Beam stand! Visitors to the stand were all made welcome by the Fire Beam girls and enjoyed a fine range of cupcakes and drinks, ranging from Bucks Fizz to Cappuccinos. Our goldfish Warren and Ian enjoyed their second outing to Firex and certainly were a draw to the stand!
A New Face At The Fire Beam Company!
Monday 9th February 2009

We are pleased to announce that Cliff Key is joining our team at The Fire Beam Company in his role of New Business Development.

Cliff has joined The Fire Beam Company after spending 20 years within the logistics industry in customer facing roles with major national accounts throughout the UK. Upon leaving this sector Cliff has set up and run a successful company within the building industry and also established a sales and distribution enterprise throughout the south of Spain within the drinks industry.

Cliff has been peripherally involved with The Fire Beam since its conception and to now join the team is an exciting challenge. Cliff's natural enthusiasm and business insight will see The Fire Beam brand and business develop within the UK and international markets.
Fire Beam Sales Over The £2,500,000 Mark
Monday 5th January 2009

Sales are continuing to rise in line with the growing popularity of the Fire Beam. We are now selling in over 25 countries as customers all over the world are realising the benefits that The Fire Beam can bring.

The ease of use, easy self-aligning commissioning and constant re-alignment against building movement - all controlled from ground level - have all contributed to the growing success of our technically advanced beam.
The Fire Beam Gains French NF Approval
Monday 24th November 2008

We are delighted to announce that The Fire Beam now has full French NF approval. Branded Boreal, Finsécur have guided it through approvals and are now selling the beam throughout France and other French speaking territories. For further information please contact Finsécur directly at:

Finsécur, 52 rue Paul Lescop, 92000 Nanterre, FRANCE

Tel: +33 (1) 41 379 191
Fax: +33 (1) 41 379 201
Email: finsecur@finsecur.fr
Web: www.finsecur.fr
New Rafiki Branded Fire Beam
Monday 3rd November 2008

The UK-based fire alarm system design & manufacturing company Rafiki now have their own version of the Fire Beam. A specially developed version of The Fire Beam is now available exclusively through Rafiki, which allows the use of The Fire Beam in conjunction the Rafiki range.

The unit is branded with the Rafiki logo and when used in conjunction with their Sita Conventional Zone Module it provides a very neat solution. Rafiki are very excited about selling our new advanced beam and are looking forward to being able to supply the beam their customers have been asking for.

For further information and application advice contact Mark Kendall at Rafiki on +44 (0)1633 865 558 or visit their web site at www.rafikiprotection.com.
New Addition To The Fire Beam Product Range
Monday 6th October 2008

We have recently introduced a new Anti-Fog Kit to our product range. The kit consists of a retro-fit lens that you attach to the front of the beam face and a single reflector. Both these items feature a special nano-coating that prevents condensation from forming.

Condensation can be a problem in some environments where warm air meets a cold surface and the beams were unable to differentiate between this and smoke. Previously this would have resulted in a false alarm, but with the creation of our new Anti-Fog Kit we have eliminated this as a possibility in condensation prone environments.

As well as the complete Anti-Fog Kit, single nano-coated reflectors are also available seperately if required. This new addition to the Fire Beam range is part of our ongoing development program.
Come And See The Fire Beam Company at International Firex 2009

We are pleased to announce that we will once again be exhibiting at the International Firex show, a full 4 years since our launch at this show back in 2005. We have moved to the centre of the hall this year and you can find us on stand G30. We would love to see you on the stand to discuss the latest developments with The Fire Beam.

For more information about the show and who else is going to be there go to www.internationalfirex.co.uk.
Recently Spotted On A Fire Technical Advice Forum
FireNet Forums - http://forum.fire.org.uk

Call us vain, but have you ever Googled yourself? Well we tried it out and look what we found...

Question: Anyone used "The Fire Beam"? Any feedback - It's a beam detector that aligns itself & all maintenance can be done from ground level. Nearly sounds to good to be true. Has anyone used this?

Answer 1: yes and it's a brilliant product. I would recommend it highly and their tech support is very good. Once you have done one it's a doddle and the first time is easy provided you follow all the steps in the set up guide properly.

Answer 2: We've put in quite a few and would agree they are very good... would never want to go back to the pain and suffering of aligning "normal" beams. The only downfall we became aware of was using them in a dockyard where they were affected by early morning fog rolling in off the river ... the beams tried to re-align (reflecting off the fog and not the reflector) and when the fog dissipated the beams ended up going into alarm. The problem was cured by a software change that stopped the beams from re-aligning...

Answer 3: We used them, great bit of kit. Sits there all day self aligning all day long, even tells you the air quality all day long. We recently did one and I got one of my trainees to set it up, he did it in minutes and it works perfectly.


Another Award For The Fire Beam Company!
Thursday 24th May 2007

We are absolutely delighted to announce that the Fire Beam has been awarded the FIA Product Innovation Award at the Fire Industry Awards 2007, beating stiff competition from companies such as Siemens, Honeywell and Apollo.
New Fire Beam Products Coming Soon - Your Thoughts Required
Tuesday 10th April 2007

As part of our continued design and development program we will be showing our prototype of the new Fire Beam 6000 at the International Fire Expo in Birmingham from 21-24 May 2007. This new product is designed with larger installations in mind and will run up to six motorised beam heads from one controller which will mean economies can be made when using multi heads. Additional benefits include multi language facilities, full real time clock data logging with time stamped events, a fast commissioning mode and individual programable beam isolation facility (i.e. you can automatically turn beam heads off during working hours and on evenings and weekends).

With maintenance now becoming a major issue in competent fire protection we have been working with NoClimb™ to develop a universal head and reflector cleaner that will simply fit into one of their extendable solo™ poles. As well as cleaning the kit will come with a test filter and blanking plate (useful for commissioning and final test) that we will be showing a first prototype and again would welcome your thoughts.

We would love to have your thoughts and ideas so please visit us on Stand C4 in Hall 7 to see all the latest Fire Beam developments.
The Fire Beam Protects Major MOD Projects
Thursday 15th March 2007

Kidde Fire Protection have chosen the Fire Beam in the new refurbishment of the fire system at Dara Fleetlands in Gosport, Hampshire. DARA Rotary Wing is the UK's centre of depth maintenance for Chinook, Lynx and Sea King helicopters, working in partnership with UK MOD (Ministry of Defence) Integrated Project Teams, AugustaWestland and Boeing.

A total of 65 fire beams have been used in a number of large hangers and manufacturing facilities throughout the site, and as with all projects we are happy to help commission and talk through projects. Overall this has proved to be one of the most interesting sites we have ever been to.

Replacing older style beams that often failed in service, the Fire Beam installation has gone well with many beams firing through a lattice work of girders and joists that have previously been seen as challenging . All the beams installed are working perfectly and as usual commissioned quickly and easily.
Fire Beam Now CPD Approved
Wednesday 14th February 2007

Following our recent VdS approval we are now pleased to announce we have been granted full CPD compliance following the factory audit last month. Copies af these certificates can be obtained from our web site.

The Construction Products Directive (CPD) is one of the 'New Approach' Directives that aim to create a single European market by removing the technical barriers to trade between Member States through the use of harmonised standards and approvals.

The Directive applies to all construction products that are produced for, or incorporated within, building and civil engineering construction works. It harmonizes all construction products subject to regulatory controls for CE marking purposes.
The Fire Beam is seen in all the best places!
Wednesday 31st January 2007

The Fire Beam is appearing everywhere, not quite by Royal appointment but four have been purchased to help protect Buckingham Palace, and would you believe Granada studios now have eight in place protecting the studios where Mastermind is recorded. All we need now is one on the Coronation Street set!

Steve Dawson of Granada was put onto the Fire Beam by Gardiners and now won't use anything else. So pleased is he that he has recommended it to all the industry professionals he knows! We have also spotted four Fire Beam's protecting the escalator atrium in John Lewis Oxford Street whilst out Christmas shopping. They're popping up all over the place so let us know if you have spotted any...
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