VdS Schadenverhütung GmbH- Experts & Thought Leaders

Pipe networks for aspirating smoke detectors are often designed digitally. A practice not taken into account in the EU-wide binding standard EN 54-20: There are no specific requirements for dealing with the relatively new design programmes. So manufacturers had to spend extra time and money on having their software separately legitimised during the well-known innovation-supporting VdS-Approvals.  Precise and compact guidelines “For facilitating and reassuring their development work, our partners understandably wanted clear standards in black on white,” explains Rafael Bernsdorf, head of the VdS laboratories for special fire detection technology products. “This is exactly what we now provide with our precise and compact Guidelines. They can be downloaded for free and are, of course, fully compliant with existing standards while supporting the potential of modern safety systems." VdS 6036 The new publication VdS 6036, “Aspirating Smoke Detectors with a Design Software for Sampling Devices”, is available on the website. Accurate guidance on threshold values, transport time, pipe topology, and sensitivity of the sampling points ensure that digitally designed pipe networks function reliably. 

The European Fire and Security Group has further developed its brand identity and appears in a fresh and more modern design. The repositioning primarily includes a new logo, an expressive colour scheme, and a completely revised website as a central information platform.  In addition to an expanded content offering, customer documents, such as registration forms, certification documents, or customer guides, can be found there with a new logo and an updated design.  Network for security, trustworthiness, reliability The revamped brand identity aims to make EFSG more visible, to bring it closer to the relevant sectors""The revamped brand identity aims to make EFSG more visible, to bring it closer to the relevant sectors and, in doing so, to emphasise its values, security, trustworthiness, and reliability," explains Thomas Urban, Managing Director of VdS Schadenverhütung GmbH. He adds, "In the newly designed logo, for example, the globe symbol is a reminder of the international approval of the certifications issued by EFSG members and the importance of their collaborative work." Security and safety level EFSG is the association of established certification bodies in Europe working in the fields of fire prevention and protection. Its members have many years of experience in their respective sectors and enjoy the trust of the professional community. They have set themselves the common goal of raising and harmonising the security and safety level of products for fire prevention and protection, as well as physical security and burglar alarms.  Transnational certification  To this end, they facilitate independent third-party certification in different countries at a lower cost. With the worldwide approved and recognised testing and certification expertise of its members, the EFSG enables manufacturers to accelerate market access, reduce costs and achieve universally approved quality assurance.

With Security Expertise, VdS has created a unique offer for planners, operators, insurers or other risk bearers of facilities with high security or availability requirements. In doing so, the highly qualified VdS team of experts supports its clients in fulfilling legal requirements, complying with insurance conditions and at the same time establishing an optimum level of security.  In this service, VdS combines its outstanding expertise in security systems together with a comprehensive and detailed knowledge of the applicable regulations. Clients can thus benefit from the cross-sector experience of the qualified experts in the VdS-Security Expertise field of competence. Relevant objects of protection include critical infrastructures, data centres, museums with valuable cultural assets and logistics centres. Successful management of burglary and theft risks Our services in the VdS-Security Expertise field of competence are designed to support those who are entrusted"  "Our services in the VdS-Security Expertise field of competence are designed to support those who are entrusted with the management of burglary and theft risks. For example, we act as a sparring partner for example for specialist planners and operators of impacted facilities and provide the necessary security for future-proof investments," explains Sebastian Brose, Head of Product Management in the Products & Companies division at VdS. He adds, "At the same time, however, we also create added value for installers, who thus receive an orientation framework for security standards at the highest level." Comprehensive range of services The VdS Security Expertise portfolio covers the various phases of the security process in twelve modules. Clients are therefore provided with the ideal choice for suitable support that is precisely tailored to individual customer requirements. If required, the support can be comprehensive or, if desired, can be focused on a specific risk scenario. All in all, the range of services extends from assistance in defining appropriate protection targets or in planning suitable security solutions and measures, through to support during the construction phase or the transition to a continuous security management system. In addition, VdS experts also assess specific requirements with regard to technological developments. This enables clients to plan their investments efficiently in the long term and avoid unnecessary costs.