Bird Technologies Group (BTG) the innovative global supplier of RF products, systems, services and related solutions, introduces the 61-89A Series, 800 MHz RescueLine Signal Booster, the first such signal-booster system that fully complies with the IFC 2009 and NFPA 1 2009 codes — making it the state-of-the-art electronic lifeline for first responders inside a new building.
To comply with the new International Fire Code and National Fire Protection Association (IFC/NFPA) standards, the Bird RescueLine delivers on a key objective: ensuring that first responders have reliable radio communications in large structures. It features a 12-hour battery back-up and an alarm interface providing all five required alarm conditions, including antenna system failure (up or down link) and 70-percent low battery. The Bird RescueLine is compatible with standard fire-alarm panels
The Bird RescueLine is especially valued for its ability to allow public-safety personnel to communicate during critical events even while power is unavailable. The new signal booster is the direct descendant of the Bird SBII Series Signal Booster, public safety’s most preferred choice for life-critical in-building radio communications. TX RX Systems Inc., part of BTG, invented and built the first signal booster 25 years ago. TX RX Systems’ prides itself on delivering top-quality systems that enhance and extend the range of radio communications in basements, subways and other restrictive venues that challenge life-saving communications.
“IFC/NFPA standards for public-safety communications for in-building systems ensure that best practices are followed,” says Jack Daniel, a life member of the Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials and a longtime advocate of public-safety in-building communications. “I reviewed the new product and agree it complies completely with new IFC/NFPA codes for in-building public-safety systems.”
“With new buildings required to meet the more stringent IFC/NFPA codes, the Bird RescueLine gives contractors, communication system integrators and public-safety personnel one less cause for concern,” says Maria Inglut, TX RX Product Manager.