Morritt Hotel upgrades fire safety with wireless technology

The Morritt Hotel in Barnard Castle has enhanced its fire safety system by installing over 100 Hyfire Taurus wireless fire devices, as reported by Hyfire.

Expert Fire Solutions completed the installation within days, ensuring minimal disruption to the hotel’s operations.

The Morritt Hotel, with roots dating back to the 17th century, is a historic establishment known for hosting figures like Charles Dickens.

The recent upgrades ensure the safety of guests and staff while preserving the hotel’s rich heritage.

Maintaining heritage while upgrading to modern safety standards

Installing a wireless fire system was deemed the best approach for preserving the Morritt Hotel’s historical structure while enhancing its fire safety capabilities.

Nathan Cowie, Fire and Security Manager for Expert Fire Solutions, said: “It was clear from the beginning that a wireless fire system was the logical solution for this historic building.

“Our collaboration with Hyfire was pivotal in specifying and installing a system that respects the Morritt Hotel’s heritage and complex infrastructure.”

Hyfire Taurus devices integrate seamlessly with the hotel’s architecture, offering a balance between meeting modern fire regulations and maintaining the hotel’s historical significance.

Hyfire technology supports ongoing hotel operations

The installation of the new Taurus wireless fire devices was designed to have minimal impact on the hotel’s operations.

The old system remained functional until the new one was fully commissioned.

A spokesperson for the Morritt Hotel stated: “Integrating Hyfire’s Taurus wireless fire devices was a great decision.

They blend seamlessly with the hotel’s historical character while enhancing the safety of our guests and staff.”

The new system’s efficiency, along with the discreet installation by Expert Fire Solutions, allowed the hotel to continue operations without interruption.

Advanced fire technology for heritage conservation

Hyfire’s Taurus wireless system features intelligent signal processing with 60 communication channels to avoid channel collision, even in complex structures.

Robert Bruce, National Key Account Manager at Hyfire, commented: “The Morritt Hotel is a jewel in the crown of County Durham’s heritage, and we’re proud that our Taurus wireless fire devices now play a role in its ongoing success story.”

The Taurus system ensures safety with fewer devices and lower maintenance costs, making it a practical solution for historic buildings like the Morritt Hotel.

Historic Morritt Hotel enhances safety with Hyfire Taurus wireless system: Summary

The Morritt Hotel in Barnard Castle, a historic building dating back to the 17th century, has upgraded its fire safety system with over 100 Hyfire Taurus wireless fire devices.

Expert Fire Solutions completed the installation within days, ensuring minimal disruption to the hotel’s operations.

The wireless system was chosen to preserve the hotel’s historical integrity while meeting modern fire safety regulations.

The installation had minimal impact on the hotel’s operations, with the old system remaining in place until the new one was fully commissioned.

Hyfire’s advanced technology ensures that the Taurus system operates efficiently, offering enhanced safety for the hotel’s guests and staff.