Fire Alarm Sound System Concepts

(Posting Date: 31/01/11)

"Speaker Circuits, their layout, sizing, current and voltage drop considerations, and their effect on audibility."

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At the 2005 CFAA Technical Seminar, Ralph Coco of Potter Electric provided a very entertaining and insightful presentation on fire alarm sound system concepts, with emphasis on how to achieve the sound levels required by the Building Code. The CFAA is pleased to make his presentation available to our website visitors.

Ralph Coco, is the Canadian General Manager for Potter Manufacturing, A division of Potter Electric Signal & Manufacturing Ltd., located in St. Louis Missouri.  In the past Ralph has worked for companies such as Leonard Electric and Wheelock Inc. and brings 25 years of experience to our industry.  Ralph is an active member of the CFAA."

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