Fireload Optimised Displays

FORTEC's Unique Offering: Non-Combustible Monitors with Premier Fire Protection

Unmatched A1 Fire Protection for High-Traffic Public Spaces

In our increasingly digital world, displays have become ubiquitous in public spaces, serving a myriad of purposes—from advertising to information dissemination. However, their placement in critical areas, especially where they may impact emergency fire evacuation routes, necessitates a higher standard of fire safety.

The imperative for using monitors in these environments is clear: they must minimize the risk of fire hazard. In the event of a fire, it's crucial that these devices do not exacerbate the situation by producing significant smoke or contributing to the fire load.

 

 

FORTEC's Fire-Safe Monitors: As Reliable as Brick, Steel, and Concrete

Our BLO-Line® monitors are not just ordinary displays. Certified to the rigorous A1 fire protection class—equivalent to materials like brick, steel, and concrete—these monitors set a new benchmark in fire safety. Optional touch functionality does not compromise their safety credentials, offering unparalleled security during a fire emergency. Available in sizes ranging from 24" to 65", these monitors are designed for continuous 24/7 operation, maintaining their performance and reliability around the clock.

Key Features of the BLO-Line® Fire Protection Monitors:

• Optimal for Emergency Escape Routes: Ensures safety when it matters most.
• Special Fire-Resistant Glass: Available with or without touch functionality, enhancing safety without sacrificing user experience.
• Non-Toxic Materials: Our monitors do not emit harmful smoke gases nor add to the overall fire load, ensuring a safer environment.
• Certified Fire Safety: Comes with a fire protection class certificate, affirming their compliance with the highest safety standards.

Our monitors' fire behavior, including flammability and combustibility, has been rigorously tested using the SBI (Single Burning Item) method as outlined in DIN 13823:2015-02. This comprehensive evaluation includes assessments of heat and smoke release, as well as flaming droplets, ensuring compliance with European standard DIN EN13501-1 for your peace of mind.

FORTEC's commitment to safety does not stop at fire protection. Our durable displays are designed for resilience and longevity, offering dependable operation when you need it most.

 

 

Fireload Optimised Displays Fact Sheet

Preventative fire protection with BLO-A1 monitors

Classification of the BLO Monitors

Comparison of Classes

Elevating Fire Safety in Building Design: The Crucial Role of Fire-Resistant Technology

The risk fires pose to human life and environmental health is profound, underscoring the necessity for stringent fire safety regulations across Europe. These regulations, enshrined in both the state building code and the model building regulations (federal law), Article § 14, mandate comprehensive protection goals:

1. Prevention of Fire Outbreaks: Implementing measures to avert the initiation of fires.
2. Containment of Fire and Smoke: Ensuring that both fire and smoke do not spread, safeguarding the integrity of the building and the safety of its occupants.
3. Facilitation of Rescue Operations: Creating conditions that enable the safe evacuation of people and efficient firefighting efforts.

The strategic placement of monitors at building entrances and along escape routes plays a pivotal role in achieving these goals. These critical zones are essential for guiding occupants to safety during emergencies, making the selection of fire-safe equipment a priority for every fire safety officer.

Monitors, with their inherent electronic complexities, present a significant fire risk. German fire safety legislation restricts the installation of standard electronic systems in escape routes due to this potential hazard.

FORTEC's fire protection monitors emerge as an exemplary solution in this context. Certified to be non-combustible, they align with fire safety regulations, offering a reliable technology that does not compromise safety in critical areas. Their use not only complies with legal requirements but also significantly enhances the overall fire safety strategy of any building.

Innovative Fire-Resistant Touchscreen Monitors

Historically, integrating touch functionality into fire protection monitors faced insurmountable challenges. The primary obstacle was the specialised fire protection glass. Its unique shielding properties interfered with the operation of PCAP (Projected Capacitive) touch sensors, rendering them ineffective. Similarly, monitors designed with fire-resistant housings were incompatible with touch technology due to their construction.

Through dedicated collaboration with our glass manufacturing partners, we've engineered a groundbreaking solution that harmonises PCAP touch technology with fire-resistant glass.

We proudly stand as the pioneering provider of fire-resistant monitors equipped with PCAP touch functionality. Available in a range of sizes from 24.0" to 54.6", our monitors represent a significant technological advancement, merging touch interactivity with stringent fire safety standards for the first time.

 

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