Design Buy Build Issue 43 2020 | Page 77

Smart Home Expo Preview A Revolution In Tenant Safety correctly, and the tenants are kept safe. The main benefit of this product would be saving time and money while getting an immediate response, rather than going through the normal procedures. We have always found that Aico is very adaptable in working with clients, such as ourselves, to make sure the products are fit for purpose.” Aico have always been at the forefront of Radio Frequency (RF) technology and are now leading the way in revolutionising this technology. The foundation of RF technology simply enabled wireless interconnection between Aico alarms, allowing ease of installation. This technology has been expanded upon and has progressed to now having more capabilities than ever before. By using in-built GSM data connection and RF interconnection to interface the SmartLINK Gateway with Aico alarms and accessories, easy installation and reliable connection is assured, meaning full visibility of connected RF systems. Although designed for SmartLINK, the Ei1000G is backwards compatible and therefore will also give visibility to RadioLINK+ systems. Events are reported directly as they happen via the online portal, which gives accessible intelligence that can be actioned, reported on and documented. Electrical Engineer of Bassetlaw Council Andrew Norman said of the Gateway “With concerns about access and a duty of care to tenants, making sure the alarms are working, they have power and they haven’t been tampered with is so important. With the Gateway I can do all of this, even in properties where we have limited access, I can monitor for any problems. The Gateway gives me a better tool to work with.” 77 The Ei1000G SmartLINK Gateway aims to improve efficiency, reduce costs, aid with replacement forecasting and maintenance and enable smart asset management. This groundbreaking technology gives a proactive approach to fault-finding, defining any trends in alarm activations and maintenance requirements, while drastically minimising the issue of property access. The SmartLINK Gateway will revolutionise the way in which alarm systems are managed, paving the way to a solution-focused approach to asset management. For more information about the SmartLINK Gateway and to register your interest, please visit www.aico. co.uk/Ei1000G or call 01691 664100.