Simplex Johnson Controls BSIU Launch Press Release - May 20 2021

IMMEDIATE RELEASE graphics interface makes new Johnson Controls TrueSite Workstation accessible TrueSite Workstation Building System Information Unit BSIU is inexpensive intuitive easier to operate for a variety of users Regulatory compliant management console delivers more critical fire and life safety so first responders can act quicker Part of the Johnson Controls OpenBlue suite of connected products that support Healthy Healthy People and a Healthy Planet May 20 2021 Johnson Controls the global leader for smart healthy and buildings today announces the release of the new TrueSite Workstation TSW Building Information Unit BSIU This unit allows for easier control of facility fire and life safety from a single location while improving site safety and reactivity Johnson Controls is one of first companies in the fire protection industry to offer a BSIU that eliminates the need for costly computers while providing a vastly improved graphic interface new TrueSite Workstation BSIU offers significant cost savings for end users compared to previous that had to be UL864 Listed Updates to the 2019 edition of NFPA 72 now permit fire alarm to be monitored and controlled using the BSIU when it is in the same room as the fire alarm unit While the BSIU replicates the functions of the fire alarm control unit it makes controlling system simpler provides easier to understand information and overall better instructs operators proper alert responses no longer need an expert operator on site to run diagnostics create reports or change parameters said Paul Nelson product manager Johnson Controls the graphic and controls make the system easy to use with minimum training allowing quicker responses alerts and helping improve overall facility safety TSW BSIU effectively reduces operating costs while offering an equal or better interface for operators Even at a lower cost the integrity of lifesaving functionality remains as strong as It now offers redundant yet far more intuitive operations to the systems already in the control For example if an alarm comes in from a school chemistry lab a local system operator will see hear the alarm and understand the location based on a digital floorplan TrueSite Workstation BSIU gives the operator instructions on how to respond who to call and sort of hazardous materials might be in the room Nelson explains helps ensure the right and can save precious time and potentially save lives during an emergency new TSW BSIU is an ideal cost effective option for architects and engineers who specify fire and safety solutions for their projects contractors who build structures with fire and life safety needs current building operators and their staff who want a user friendly alternative to manage their learn more about the new TrueSite Workstation BSIU visit www johnsoncontrols com fire Contacts Nolan Public Relations Program Manager Technologies Solutions Johnson Controls 1 414 524 6170 1 414 378 9641 Johnson Controls Johnson Controls NYSE JCI we transform the environments where people live work learn and As the global leader in smart healthy and sustainable buildings our mission is to reimagine the of buildings to serve people places and the planet a history of more than 135 years of innovation Johnson Controls delivers the blueprint of the for industries such as healthcare schools data centers airports stadiums manufacturing and through its comprehensive digital offering OpenBlue With a global team of 100,000 experts in than 150 countries Johnson Controls offers the world s largest portfolio of building technology and service solutions with some of the most trusted names in the industry For more visit www johnsoncontrols com or follow us johnsoncontrols on Twitter caption TrueSite Workstation Building System Information Unit BSIU is inexpensive intuitive easier to operate for a variety of users