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KnightSpec Specification Writing Tool
Software makes fire alarms systems
easier to spec
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The KnightSpec Specification Writing
Tool software program allows engineers to customize
fire alarm specifications for a variety of Silent Knight
panels.
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Writing custom fire alarm specifications just got a lot easier
with a new and free software tool created by the maker of
Silent Knight fire alarm panels.
The KnightSpec Specification Writing Tool is an easy-to-use
software program that allows engineers to customize fire alarm
specifications for a variety of Silent Knight panels.
"The program saves the engineer a lot of time,"
says Jim Spooner, product manager, Silent Knight by Honeywell,
Maple Grove, Minn. "After entering the basic project
facts, the engineer chooses the panel that will be used and
the program provides the features and functions of the control
panel." As users go through the menus, the program allows
them to see the requirements for specific functions, such
as what kind of wiring or power source a specific panel requires.
It also allows the user to specify equipment choices, such
as an analog detection function or the type of smoke detector
and how it will be mounted. It will even tell users about
the installer's responsibilities.
Users can include as many or as few of the features as needed.
The program guides users on how to meet national building
code or fire protection standards. Local and state building
codes also can be included.
Users then can print out a report "that includes all
the written statements on what you intend to do," says
Spooner. "And you can submit it to the owner and fire
inspector-putting all your ducks in a row so that you can
proceed."
The KnightSpec Specification Writing Tool also is useful
for project owners. "The owner can say specifically what
he wants in the report for the bid process," Spooner
says. By checking the appropriate features, the final report
will include exactly what work the contractor will need to
do and how and when it will submit the plans for the work.
The KnightSpec Specification Writing Tool runs on most computers.
Silent Knight customers can obtain a copy from their dealer
or by calling 1-800-446-6444.
Silent Knight
7550 Meridian Circle, Suite 100
Maple Grove, MN 55369-4927
www.silentknight.com
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