Hyfire Taurus fire system installed at leading UK museum
Iain Hoey
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Museum remains open during overnight Hyfire installation
Hyfire has reported the installation of its Taurus wireless fire detection system at a prominent UK museum, completed without full daytime closures.
According to Hyfire, the building received more than five million visitors in 2023, making it the most visited attraction in the UK.
Due to this high footfall, the installation was carried out overnight to prevent disruption to daily operations and public access.
Hyfire partnered with Square Mile Fire and Security for the project, with the installation process beginning each evening at 11 PM and continuing overnight.
Hyfire confirmed that the museum remained open throughout the works, with only one section temporarily closed off during daytime hours for non-disruptive tasks.
Safety planning around irreplaceable artefacts
The installation took place around historically valuable items and structures, some of which are over a thousand years old.
To manage risk, Hyfire and Square Mile Fire and Security used vibration sensors positioned near sensitive artefacts.
Hyfire Regional Sales Manager Gemma Hand said: “The museum remained open throughout the installation. One area was temporarily closed off to allow work to be carried out during the day, but no noisy tasks were performed while the museum was open.”
Gemma Hand added: “If the sensors detected any vibration, work would immediately stop, allowing museum staff to inspect the artifact before we could proceed.”
The approach ensured that heritage preservation measures were in place alongside safety upgrades.
Wireless system supports operational continuity
The Taurus system from Hyfire was selected due to its wireless design, which allowed minimal disruption to building infrastructure.
The wireless approach meant that major construction works were avoided, preserving the building’s structure and allowing installation to occur discreetly.
Hyfire stated that the system’s long battery life – up to 10 years for detectors and call points – also reduces maintenance frequency.
This was cited as an operational benefit for a venue that must limit access to restricted areas and historic zones.
The hybrid nature of the system allowed a balance between technological performance and protection of the museum’s interior.
Installation adapted to museum’s daily schedule
According to Hyfire, overnight works were essential to maintain public access during peak hours.
The work schedule was adjusted to begin late at night, allowing daytime programming, exhibitions, and visitor tours to continue without interruption.
Hyfire confirmed that no noisy tasks were undertaken while the museum was open, and access routes were maintained.
Only one zone of the museum was closed off at any time to accommodate phased installation.
This project model could apply to other busy heritage or public buildings needing similar upgrades.
Hybrid fire system designed for heritage environments
Hyfire’s Taurus system is a hybrid solution that combines wireless detection with standard fire safety infrastructure.
The company explained that this makes it suitable for protected environments where installation of traditional wiring is not possible.
Its use in this museum was chosen to minimise physical disruption and maintain historical integrity.
The Taurus platform supports detectors, call points, and control panels integrated into a broader safety network.
According to Hyfire, this project demonstrates the viability of hybrid systems in culturally sensitive locations.
Hyfire Taurus fire system installed at leading UK museum: Summary
Hyfire installed its Taurus wireless fire detection system at a major UK museum.
The museum was the UK’s most visited attraction in 2023 with over five million visitors.
The installation was completed without fully closing the museum during operating hours.
Works were conducted overnight by Square Mile Fire and Security starting at 11 PM.
Hyfire Regional Sales Manager Gemma Hand oversaw the project.
Sensitive artefacts were protected by vibration sensors that paused work if triggered.
Only one section of the museum was closed at any time for limited daytime work.
The Taurus system’s wireless design allowed preservation of the historic building.
Detectors and call points have a battery life of up to 10 years.
Hyfire stated that the hybrid system is suitable for heritage settings.