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Benefits of utilizing Edwards EST3 system for Emergency Paging application at OPGN. Advantage – Existing Equipment. Compatible with existing EST3 Fire Alarm equipment, digital audio amps “plug” in.
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Benefits of utilizing Edwards EST3 system for Emergency Paging application at OPGN
Advantage – Existing Equipment • Compatible with existing EST3 Fire Alarm equipment, digital audio amps “plug” in. • Flexible audio configurations– multipriority remote page inputs, zones outputs (suit com, etc) • Simple Interface to existing FireWorks for MCR/ERT/Control Maintenance. • Optional automated daily test tones at pre-set times – pre-recorded messages
Advantage – Operating Experience • EST3 systems AFS at all operating units in Ontario. • OPGN CATid’s already exist for most equipment – just need to add amps, etc. • Design/Projects group EST3 trained. • Control Maintenance EST3 trained. Spares parts for EST3 in stock. • EST3 Software procedures exist now. • EST3 Maintenance procedures exist now.
Advantage - Qualification • Meets fully the requirements of NBC 1995 and CSA/N293-95 • Audio is ULC Listed for Emergency use • EST3 system is OPGN qualified, been through HFE before. • Software is currently CAT3 categorized • EDWARDS and EST3 product meet QL3/QL4 requirements
Advantage – Cost Effective • Non-nuclear grade. Commercially available equipment • Can be interfaced to existing J-Boxes, minimum re-wiring • Minimal project length - Pre-qualified and categorized, ready to purchase. • EDWARDS Direct pricing available to OPGN
Advantage – Faster Compliance • Cost Effective – easier to budget over 1 year instead of 3 or 4 • Equipment Already Qualified – jump to design/implementation stage • Previous OPGN Operating Experience – accelerated implementation • Flexible Installation to reduce field work • Access to Edwards direct.