FMZ5000
MacDermid Autotype, the leading European manufacturer of specialised hard coated films and chemicals, has supplied its latest polyester film technology to Minimax for use in its FMZ 5000 central fire alarm system, which offers superior fire detection and automatic fire extinguishing. The innovative film is providing a combination of optical clarity and scratch resistance, making the alarm systems simple to use and extremely durable.
Fire can break out anywhere and at any time; the crucial factor is how fast it is detected and extinguished. That is why central fire alarm systems are increasingly being installed in buildings at particular risk, such as airports, stations, schools, universities, offices, old people's homes and hospitals. The advantage of such systems is that fires are detected as early as possible, even when no one is on site, and can be extinguished as soon as they start.
Minimax is a leading supplier of complete fire protection systems, headquartered in Bad Oldesloe, Germany. The company’s FMZ 5000 central fire alarm system incorporates state-of-the-
André Lickefett, Manager of the BMA Product Line at Minimax, explained, "Central fire alarm systems are essential elements of responsible safety management. They have to work perfectly even after being on standby for many years. We felt that Autotex was the ideal film for this application as it offered both optical clarity and long service life.”
The large full-graphics display of the FMZ 5000 ensures fire fighters have access to comprehensive information and can be used quickly and easily. The membrane touch keypad of the display, which is manufactured by EP Electronic Print, incorporates the innovative Autotex film.
Autotex is a high quality film consisting of a polyester base and a flexible, chemically bonded, textured coating. The film is extremely durable and scratch resistant thanks to its hard coated layer and offers a clear and uniform finish that ensures the display is easy to read in a variety of light conditions.
André Lickefett concluded, "In MacDermid Autotype, we have found the right partner when it comes to meeting the technical and economic requirements of our customers in the best possible way."
For further information contact Maurizio Fantato, MacDermid Autotype, Grove Road, Wantage, Oxon. OX12 7BZ. Tel: 01235 771111. Fax: 01235 771196.
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About MacDermid Autotype
MacDermid Autotype is the leading global innovator, designer, developer and manufacturer of specialised coating technology for films used in a wide range of applications. These include touch and vision systems, membrane switches, Film Insert Moulding (FIM) products for the automotive, telecommunications and domestic appliances sector and screen printing. With specialist expertise in precision coating technology, MacDermid Autotype, transforms and enhances the performance of films for many high technology and demanding applications.
In recent years MacDermid Autotype has brought screen printing to new levels of control and repeatability, reinforcing the benefits of the process for new applications such as flexible circuit printing, DVD and industrial glass printing. MacDermid Autotype’s most recent launches have been of antimicrobial hard coated films for hygiene critical surface applications and of diffuser and anti-reflection films for use in flat panel displays.
The company is part of MacDermid Inc. of Denver, Colorado. MacDermid is a leading supplier of offset blanket, flexo plates and of chemicals for industrial finishing, including plating and coating of metals and plastics.
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