According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, more than 300,000 residential fires cause nearly 2,600 deaths and 11,000 injuries every year. Almost two-thirds of all fire-related deaths ...
With the InnovairFlex™ duct smoke detector, one unit can accommodate multiple installation footprints to overcome mounting constraints. The InnovairFlex also offers excellent false alarm immunity, a ...
Adding smarts to smoke detection can feel like walking a treacherous path. Old-fashioned smoke detectors have served as a fine warning system for a long time. Yes, between false alarms and low-battery ...
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6 Types of Smoke Detectors for Your Home

Ionization smoke alarms use a battery and two metal plates, called electrodes, to create an electrical circuit. Ions are tiny ...
Fig 1. Fires follow a progression from start to full involvement, with both temperature and smoke content rising rapidly once full combustion is underway. Fig 2. Traditional optical smoke detectors ...
The only way to know your smoke alarm is functioning and ready (except for letting your turkey burn in the oven) is to test it. And tests don't just confirm that smoke detectors have power -- they can ...
The InnovairFlex™ duct smoke detector line offers a variety of detectors and accessories. One detector unit can accommodate multiple installation footprints to overcome mounting constraints. According ...