Aldershot’s Union Yard development protected by Advanced’s MxPro 5

The Union Yard development is described as a transformative project that has revamped a key area of the town centre, establishing a vibrant and mixed-use environment. The development, which spans seven floors from lower ground to the fifth floor, includes 82 private apartments, 18 affordable rent apartments, 128 studio units for University for the Creative Arts student accommodation, 13 commercial units, lower ground-level parking and a landscaped public realm.

In order to ensure the safety of residents, students and visitors alike, the development has been equipped with a comprehensive fire safety system. The project has included the installation of an Advanced MxPro 5 fire panel, which provides robust fire detection and alarm coverage for the common corridors throughout the complex.

Iain Clenaghan, commercial manager at Integrated Fire Safety Systems Ltd, explained: “The complexity of this project required a fire safety solution that could seamlessly integrate with various systems, while also providing reliable protection across the development. The Advanced MxPro 5 panel was the ideal choice due to its versatility and ease of integration, allowing us to deliver a comprehensive fire safety system that meets regulatory standards.”

Ensuring compliance

The Union Yard development project underscores the critical role that Advanced’s fire safety solutions can (and do) play in large-scale, mixed-use developments. Importantly, the installation ensures compliance with current fire safety regulations.

Matthew Jones, head of sales for the UK and Ireland at Advanced, remarked: “We are proud to be part of the Union Yard development, providing a solution that contributes to the safety of this transformative project. The MxPro 5’s adaptability and reliability make it a perfect fit for complex developments like this one, where multiple systems need to work together seamlessly in order to ensure the highest levels of protection.”

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