WES+ wireless fire alarm system installed by top Germany construction site insurer

 
Ramtech Electronics’ WES+ wireless fire alarm system has been specified by BG BAU Praxiszentrum as an example of best practice in construction site alarming and evacuating systems.
BG Bau, Germany’s statutory accident insurer for the construction industry, has installed WES+ in its Nuremberg training centre principally because it is the only wireless fire alarm system in Europe to fully comply with EN 54.
EN 54 fire detection and fire alarm systems sets the standard for design, operation, production, testing and manufacture in Europe. EN 54 is the standard against which fire alarm systems should be measured and to comply, the complete unit – and every unit in the system including the base station, fire call point or smoke and heat detection unit – should have been tested in accordance with the relevant section(s) of EN 54.
WES+ features innovative, latest-generation wireless technology that offers construction sites across UK and Europe many unique features. These include a 3+ year battery life, cost-effective (no wiring, so no need for specialist installation and can be re-used on future projects), an unlimited number of units on one site and ability to quickly add and remove units as the build/demolition progresses.
The WES+ system has already generated a huge amount of interest at the training centre in Nuremberg, which is visited by 4-5000 inspectors, clients, construction companies and health and safety bodies each year.
BG Bau installed WES+ on a 4 storey mock construction site within the training facility to give visitors a practical, hands-on insight into how the system works. It is fully operational and that means visitors can experience the benefits of having a wireless fire alarm and evacuating system on site for themselves.
WES+ comprises manual fire alarm call points that are installed so that the system is interlinked, which means that if a visitor activates just one of the call points, all four storeys at the training centre’s construction site receives the same audible and visual alert signal, even if the ‘fire’ is contained to just one of them and a single call point is activated.
This completely secure mesh network means that personnel can evacuate immediately. Where heat or smoke detectors are incorporated into the system, it provides automatic cover 24/7, ensuring that the site is protected even when personnel are not present.
Being a wireless system makes WES+ easy to install, avoiding the need for specialist trades. It also allows the units to be easily repositioned as the construction schedule progresses – visitors to the Nuremberg training centre can try adding or removing units and then easily configuring them with the base station in seconds.
The Base Station itself delivers extensive system reporting and configuration functionality for the fire alarm system across the site. Once an alarm is activated, the base station allows personnel to identify quickly which unit has been triggered.
Dieter Terner, spokesperson for BG Bau Praxiszentrum said: “We installed WES+ in our Nuremberg training centre because we were impressed with its technical capabilities and regulatory credentials. The fact that it is very easy to use and re-use means that there really is no reason why a construction site shouldn’t be using an EN54 compliant wireless fire alarm system.”
Adam Kovics, Export Sales Manager at Ramtech Electronics, said: “BG Bau leads the market in setting the benchmark for work practices and safety in Germany. WES+ remains the only wireless fire alarm that is fully compliant with EN 54 and our uncompromising approach to quality and regulatory compliance means that it can be used on any construction sites across UK or Europe.”

About Fire Buyer

International Fire Buyer is the leading authority in global passive and active fire content, delivering expert news, in-depth articles, exclusive interviews, and industry insights across print, digital, and event platforms. Published 10 times a year, the magazine is a trusted resource for professionals seeking updates and analysis on the latest developments in the fire sector.

To submit an article, or for sponsorship opportunities, please contact our team below.

Chris Lingham image - Fire Buyer

Chris Lingham

Group Sales Manager

Afua Akoto picture - Fire Buyer

Afua Akoto

Marketing Manager

Read the Latest Issue

Follow us on X

Follow us on X

Click Here

Follow us on LinkedIn

Follow us on LinkedIn

Click Here

Advertise here

Reach decision makers and amplify your marketing

Advertise here

Click Here

Related News

Picture of inside a prison - photo by Fire Buyer

Siemens Fire Safety Upgrade Transforms Irish Prison Operations

Siemens has completed a comprehensive fire safety system upgrade across eight facilities operated by the Irish Prison Service (IPS)
Picture of nuclear reactor - Photo by Fire Buyer

UK Nuclear Sector Earns Praise in Fire Safety Review

The United Kingdom’s fire safety arrangements at nuclear sites have been positively received by international experts following a recent
Picture of IWMA logo - Photo by IWMA - Fire Buyer

2025 IWMA Conference Programme Announced

The 24th International Water Mist Conference, brought to you by the International Water Mist Association (IWMA), will take place in
Picture of Rescue Intellitech PPE drying cabinets - Photo by Rescue Intellitech - Fire Buyer

Rescue Intellitech launches specialist PPE drying cabinets for UK FRSs

Rescue Intellitech has launched advanced, dual-drying cabinets for PPE which will help fire and rescue services in the UK improve firefighter
Picture of ROCKWOOL factiry - Photo by ROCKWOOL - Fire Buyer

ROCKWOOL Invests in Global Fire-Stopping Hub

Insulation manufacturer ROCKWOOL has launched a new global centre of excellence for fire-stopping at Hams Hall, on the outskirts of
Picture of firefighter wearing non-PFAS turnout gear - Photo by FIre-Dex - FIre Buyer

East Providence Firefighters Receive Non-PFAS Turnout Gear

The East Providence Fire Department has become the first in the United States to purchase and use non-PFAS turnout gear department-wide
Picture of forest fires - Photo by ECA - Fire Buyer

Press Briefing Reports on EU funding to tackle Forest Fires

The European Court of Auditors (ECA) is to host an online press briefing on its upcoming special report on how EU money is used to tackle
Picture of Ben Pfahl - Photo by Fire-Dex - Fire Buyer

Fire-Dex Appoints New Chief Information Officer

Fire-Dex has announced the appointment of Ben Pfahl as its Chief Information Officer (CIO), putting weight behind its promise to lead with
Picture of new Aico Launches New Platinum Partner Initiative - Photo by Aico - Fire Buyer

Aico Launches New Platinum Partner Initiative

Aico has announced the launch of its Platinum Partner initiative, a prestigious recognition programme designed to elevate industry
Picture of Enforcer Volterra sign - Photo by Pierce Manufacturing Inc. - Fire Buyer

Frederick County Prepares for Delivery of Electric Fire Truck

Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE:OSK) business, has announced that the Frederick County, Maryland Division of
Scroll to Top