Advanced delivers ‘reel’ fire safety inside Bahrain’s Marassi Mall

The installation has been designed to protect cinema-goers and members of staff alike. It covers a wide range of areas, including seven cinema screens, an IMAX Theatre, VIP lounges, the kitchen, the waiting lobby and common areas.

The project was spearheaded by Alpha Fire and Safety and uses the powerful Axis AX fire system, which is known for its flexibility, reliability and compliance with UL 864 10th Edition standards.

With the installation covering such a dynamic environment, including high-ceiling auditoriums and specialised spaces like the IMAX Theatre, the project posed significant logistical challenges. However, the scalability and advanced configuration options of the Axis AX system allowed the team to overcome these hurdles on a seamless basis.

Range of devices

Alpha Fire and Safety chose a four-loop Axis AX panel, along with a comprehensive range of devices including smoke detectors, heat detectors, sounders, manual Call Points and duct detectors.

In addition, a voice evacuation system has been integrated to deliver clear and effective emergency communications across all areas of the cinema. An audio booster panel ensures that emergency communications will be clearly transmitted throughout the expansive complex.

The system’s versatility is further demonstrated through its integration with third party systems critical to Reel Cinemas’ operations. Access control, fan control units, kitchen hoods, motorised smoke dampers and FM200 gas control systems are all connected to the Axis AX platform. As such, there’s comprehensive control and safety management from a central point.

Advanced configuration options

“The Axis AX installation at Reel Cinemas was a smooth and efficient process,” affirmed Adithya Karne, draughtsman and estimator at Alpha Fire and Safety, “despite the complexities of working in a large-scale entertainment venue. The system’s flexibility and advanced configuration options allowed us to tailor it to the project’s specific fire safety needs, seamlessly integrating with the cinema’s existing infrastructure.”

Karne added: “The Axis AX’s reliability and ease of programming enabled us to meet the challenges of this dynamic environment, while making certain of top-level safety for cinema-goers and staff,”

Sargunan Sellamuthu, Advanced’s business development manager for the Middle East, added: “We’re proud to see the Axis AX system installed at such a prestigious location as Reel Cinemas in Bahrain. This project highlights the system’s ability to manage complex environments, easily integrating with other critical building systems, while in parallel offering the flexibility to meet the unique demands of an entertainment venue. It’s a great example of how our technology delivers scalable and powerful fire protection for even the most challenging of applications.”

System reliability

Now equipped with the Axis AX system, Reel Cinemas can protect its visitors, providing peace of mind for them through advanced fire detection and control technology. As a venue with thousands of patrons passing through its doors on a daily basis, the reliability of the Axis AX system ensures that safety remains a priority without compromising on the cinema’s sleek and modern design.

This installation is a testament to Advanced’s ongoing commitment to providing robust and scalable fire protection solutions for entertainment complexes and beyond. With its ability to support intelligent devices and integrate with building management systems, the Axis AX continues to be a preferred choice for major installations in the Middle East and, indeed, around the world.

Axis AX is the complete solution for customers demanding a versatile fire alarm system with high-performance fire panels, audio systems, Command Centres and devices that’s fully UL 864 approved.

On that note, the versatile system is suited to a wide range of settings, from mass transportation and industrial complexes through to landmark developments and historic buildings.

*Further information is available online at www.advancedco.com