Fire System Fitouts Review

Client:

Sherington Project Management

Project Type:

Multiple Fire Protection System Fit Outs

Building Type:

Commercial Strata

Location:

Sydney – Citywide

Situation

Sherington Property Management have appointed 2020 Fire Protection to modify the fire protection systems of a number of their client’s premises over recent years. Company Founder Tom Sherington agreed to be interviewed to review our performance with these ‘fitout’ projects.

Tom says: “These projects began with designs from specialist engineers. These independent designs have enabled fair competitive tender processes, which 2020 Fire have won.

“Sprinkler heads, smoke detectors, hose reels, fire extinguishers and other fire safety equipment have specific spacing guidelines required by the building code and Australian Standards. Therefore, our clients needed to modify their fire protection systems as the equipment installed was custom designed for the spacing of previous building layouts.”

Common building modifications that have required new fire protection system fitouts include changes to wall positioning, paths of travel, ceiling types and new obstructions.

Actions Taken

At these client buildings, 2020 Fire Protection have modified or supplied and installed:

• Fire sprinkler systems.
• Emergency warning systems.
• Fire hose reels.
• Gas suppression systems.
• Fire / smoke detection systems (including VESDA.)
• Fire hydrant systems.
• Fire extinguishers.
• Exit & emergency lighting.

Outcomes

Tom appreciated that the fitouts and Australian Standard Integrated Systems Testing required were all clearly explained, and that there were no extra costs, which helps keep his clients happy.

“The reporting and job completions delivered less headaches than my experiences with other fire protection suppliers. We’ve now done lots of projects with 2020 Fire Protection, and I’m completely satisfied!”