Benefits of utilizing Edwards EST3 system for Emergency Paging application at OPGN
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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.
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