False building evacuations, caused by vaping, are becoming an increasingly
common challenge for facilities and asset managers of office buildings across the
UK.
To help address this growing issue, Southampton-based VapeGuardian has
developed a cutting-edge detection system designed to prevent unnecessary
disruptions, while also safeguarding the health, safety, and productivity of building
occupants.
As vaping continues to rise in popularity, the presence of vapour in common areas
or restrooms is often misidentified as smoke by traditional fire alarm systems. This
can trigger false alarms and lead to costly evacuations, frustrating tenants, and
causing significant disruptions to daily operations. In some cases, the delays
associated with evacuations and investigations can also pose security risks or even
lead to potential damage to a building or a company’s reputation.
The VapeGuardian detection system is specifically designed to differentiate
between smoke and vapour, allowing facilities managers to detect vaping without
triggering false alarms. However, the system’s most important feature is that it can
seamlessly integrate with existing fire and safety systems to automatically prevent
alerts from escalating to alarms and evacuations.
Using advanced sensor technology, VapeGuardian identifies the unique signature
of vape emissions, ensuring that only genuine fire hazards prompt alarms, while
preventing the costly and disruptive effects of false evacuations.
With the detection system in place and the improved compliance that this delivers,
offices and shared workspaces instantly become safer and healthier environments,
which demonstrates corporate responsibility and is great for business reputation.
Simon Hassett, Founder of VapeGuardian, said: “False alarms caused by vaping
are a growing concern for facilities managers, and we can offer a proactive
solution to this challenge. Our system ensures that office buildings can maintain a
safe environment for tenants without the disruption and confusion caused by false
evacuations. It’s the ideal way to balance security and convenience in modern
office settings, as well as in the education, leisure and retail sectors.”
The VapeGuardian Detection System is available now and can be installed as part
of a new building setup or retrofitted to existing office buildings, integrating into
existing building management systems, allowing seamless monitoring across
multiple zones or floors in a cost-effective way.
For more information or to request a demonstration, please email:
enquiries@vapeguardian.com
