Display Technology turns up the heat with non-flammable displays
Believed to be the first of their kind, the BLO series of monitors, released by Distec and available through its sister company Display Technology, meets DIN EN 13501-1 standards for fire protection.
To meet the DIN EN 15301-1 safety standard the product was tested through a European fire testing service ‘Euroclass’. This is a reaction to fire testing and classification systems for linings and materials in Europe. The monitor was exposed to an open fire for 30 minutes and the flue gas emission was measured.
The classes are divided into seven levels A1, A2, B, C, D, E and F; A1 is the best. The classes for smoke are divided into s1, s2 and s3; s1 is the best. The classes for flaming droplets and particle are divided into: d0, d1 and d2, with d0 being the best.
The BLO monitors achieved A2-s1, d0 when tested, receiving certification for DIN EN 13501-1.
They can also be fitted with an optional fire extinguisher. This is a small capsule built within the monitor’s chassis. Once the exterior of the capsule reaches a certain temperature, the capsule releases the specially designed fluid within to extinguish any fire that has reached the interior of the monitor.
There is also an option to have higher IP protection classes if required
The BLO series is offered in a choice of sizes from 24-inch to 65-inch. They have a sturdy sheet steel housing and fire protection glass.
According to Display Technology, Distec is the first supplier on the market to offer an independent fire load and flue gas optimised monitor according to the highest fire DIN EN 13501-1 class.
The monitors are intended for use in public areas where information and guidance are required, such as an information kiosk, city guidance for visitors and fire drills for building evacuations. They are also available as a standalone system with an integrated PC.
Distec will be showcasing the BLO-Line monitors at the Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) in Amsterdam on 11-14th February 2020 at the RAI (stand R130 in Hall 10).
