Neotel

Neotel is South Africa's first converged telecommunications network operator. It aims to reduce the cost of doing business by enhancing the operational efficiencies of companies through the optimal use of advanced communications technologies. The company provides a range of value-added voice and data services for businesses, wholesale network operators and consumers using a pure-IP Next Generation Network. Neotel connects the major centres in South Africa to each other and to the world by directly linking the country into TATA Communications’ global Tier 1 network. Neotel offers fresh thinking, a creative approach and flexible solutions for communications in South Africa.

Pre-existing situation & UTCFS’s role

When Neotel built its head office in Midrand in South Africa’s Gauteng province, it wanted a secure and efficient fire detection system to protect its assets, customers and employees. Special attention was paid to the reliability, scalability and functionality of the system. Having specified a set of stringent requirements, the company issued a tender document to several security installers and manufacturers. Ultimately it was UTCFS who, together with local installer ID Tek, was best able to meet Neotel’s demanding brief with the ZP fire protection solution.

UTCFS’s solution

UTCFS has installed a ZP3 four loop addressable panel, as well as nearly 300 optical fire detectors, at Neotel’s site. This ensures that, should there ever be a fire, the system operator and the fire brigade will be able to pinpoint its exact location. This, in turn, enables a swift and safe evacuation of the building. The ZP platform enables UTCFS to meet and exceed Neotel's expectations, and sets the standard for fire detection systems at any of the telecom provider’s future sites.