Inim Previdia – Complete flexibility in sizing fire alarm systems

Modular fire alarm solution for large applications

Previdia Max is a modular fire alarm control panel designed for large applications such are airports, hotels or shopping malls. The modules are installed in a control panel housing that can accommodate up to 8 modules connected by a CAN DRIVE bus, and it is possible to connect up to 4 such housings into one system.

Compact fire alarm solution for small and medium applications

Previdia Compact is a compact control panel, intended for small and medium-sized applications, and available in two versions – with one or two loops. It can be ordered in S or L size housings, depending on the selected power supply and batteries’ capacity (up to 9 Ah or 22 Ah).

The control panel has RS485 connectors on-board, which enable Hornet+ networking. It also has an Ethernet port that can be connected to a local or external network, for networking, configuration, management, digital reporting via SIA-IP protocol and MODBUS integration with, for example, ABsistemDCi software.

Control panels that integrate fire alarm and EVAC functions

Inim Previdia Ultra and Ultravox control panels integrate functions of the fire alarm system and the evacuation (EVAC) and public address (PA) system. Control panels are available in 3 different variants (only fire, fire & EVAC, only EVAC). The process of evacuation in alarm state is directed with pre-recorded voice messages or a microphone. IDANet protocol is used for networking the Ultra and UltraVox panels and they can be integrated into an existing HorNet+ system. Direct networking is possible with a CAT5 cable (up to 100 m distance between 2 exchanges) or via optic fiber (up to 2 km distance between 2 panels), so media converters (fiber optic – copper wire for RS485) are not required. This unique solution contributes to the optimization of installation and maintenance cost of the system.

Solution for conventional fire alarm, stable extinguishing or gas alarm systems networkable with Previdia addressable systems

Previdia Micro is a conventional fire alarm control panel that is also certified for managing extinguishing systems according to EN 12094-1, and can also be used with proportional sensors for gas detection. It is available in several versions depending on the function and size of the monitored area. The panel already has on-board RS485 connectors that enable Hornet+ networking with other Previdia panels (or repeaters). It also has an ethernet port that can be connected to a local or external network for networking, configuration, digital event reporting, management and MODBUS integration with, for example, ABsistemDCisoftware. Among other things, the Hornet+ networking of the Micro panel enables greater flexibility for larger addressable fire systems when managing and monitoring other safety systems.

INIM Harper emergency lightning controlled by Inim fire alarm control panels

BUS controlled emergency lighting Harper is compatible with the fire alarm protocol and all its elements can be connected to Previdia control panels directly on the same loop. BUS communication between the control panel and the emergency lighting equipment allows both systems to function as one, which significantly simplifies programming, wiring, and maintenance.

Inim SmartLoop addressable fire control panels

SmartLoop Addressable fire alarm control panels are used in both smaller (1 loop) and large (8 loop) applications. The largest possible configuration is 30 panels, arranged in a token ring.

Inim conventional SmartLine fire alarm

Conventional Inim SmartLine fire alarm control panels are available in three different versions: with 2 zones, with 4 zones expandable to 20 and with 4 zones expandable up to 36. They are a reliable solution for conventional fire alarms.

Inim wireless fire alarm FireVibes

FireVibes wireless system, now available with INIM protocol, is a great solution for already finished facilities, where a new installation is not desirable or possible. A wide range of wireless detectors and additional devices, compliant with European standards, is available. Because the wireless system is available with INIM protocol, we can now have a combined system of wired and wireless devices in the same detection loop.

Inim special detection methods

For non-specific applications, special detection solutions are used – Stratos aspiration systems, flame detectors, thermosensitive cables, optic beam detectors or adapters for air ducts.

The complete protection and building managment is simplified by using equipment from the same manufacturer as a guarantee of its compatibility and networking capabilities at the hardware level. A good example of complete integration is Inim’s solutions for fire and gas alarm, extinguishing control, emergency lighting and EVAC, which share the same logic and advanced features such as management via graphic maps, Cloud application or video verification.

The Inim integrated solution have numerous advantages, primarily in terms of cost optimization – wiring costs are significantly lower, the same equipment is used for communication and power supply, and the system is managed via a unique user interface. Maintenance is much simpler and more efficient because the installation of the entire integrated solution is maintained at the same time. Due to mutual interaction and coordinated action, the overall efficiency of the integrated solution in an alarm condition is significantly higher.

An important feature of Previdia is that various connectivity options (RS485, optical fibres, TCP-IP) have been implemented for connection with the control panels, what enables integration with safety systems on site. As well, the control panel is available in a version with the Extinguishing control function and certified in accordance with the EN12094-1 standard.

BUS controlled emergency lighting Harper is compatible with the fire alarm protocol and all its elements can be connected to Previdia control panels directly on the same loop. BUS communication between the control panel and EVAC equipment allows both systems to function as one, which significantly simplifies wiring, programming and maintenance.