A fire detection system must prioritize two things: getting a fire warning as early as possible and how to avoid detection errors or false alarms.

Early warning is critical because time is essential when a fire starts. Fires typically begin with smoke and quickly grow into uncontrollable flames. Any delay in detection increases the risk of the fire spreading and becoming uncontrollable.

We often find out about a fire when the fire is already very large. If this happens, the losses incurred can be huge. Not only does it involve the destruction of goods, but also the production process, which can be stopped and cause other greater consequences in a chain.

Detection errors also have a significant impact. False alarms make people panic, run out of the building, and not care when the real alarm sounds. They cannot distinguish between a real fire alarm and a false alarm.

So, how do we avoid false alarms? The occurrence of false alarms is usually related to the maintenance process. The easier the maintenance, the better the performance of the equipment. Periodically, ensure the sensitivity of the sensor, clean and keep the sensor away from interference, and perform routine calibration. In addition, choosing a fire alarm that is appropriate for the installation location can also minimize false alarms.

By understanding these two principles, smoke can be detected as early as possible, people can be more aware of the real signs of fire, and fire-related damage can be reduced.