Siemens: New fire detectors pave the way for autonomous buildings

• New Siemens Sinteso Nova fire detectors: High-precision detection technology and cloud-based connectivity are transforming fire protection from a traditional system into proactive, intelligent and future-proof safety solutions
• Innovative sensor technology and simple modernisation options offer tailored benefits for buildings across various sectors
• Fully IoT-connected portfolio enables real-time monitoring, remote diagnostics and predictive maintenance, and prepares buildings for future services and innovations

• Siemens Smart Infrastructure is launching its new Sinteso Nova fire detector on the German market. The portfolio transforms traditional fire protection into a proactive, intelligent and future-proof approach – thereby creating an important technological foundation on the path to autonomous buildings. The new solution increases operational safety, improves the efficiency of service and maintenance teams, and makes it easier to modernise systems.
• At the same time, cloud connectivity enables data-driven digital services. Thanks to their advanced technology, the systems also meet the requirements of various industries.

Faster detection with maximum false alarm protection and round-the-clock reporting capability

In hospitals, where both patient safety and efficient operation are crucial, the new Siemens fire detectors ensure greater reliability through continuous, autonomous detection. The integrated Smoke Entry Supervision (SES) technology monitors the smoke entry point in real time and ensures constant reporting capability, enabling operators to intervene immediately before critical situations develop. Furthermore, ASAplus (Advanced Signal Analysis) technology minimises false alarms by combining multi-wavelength optical sensors with dual thermal detection, ensuring very rapid fire detection whilst maintaining the highest level of immunity to false alarms. This helps to avoid unnecessary evacuation measures and operational disruptions.

The fully IoT-enabled fire detectors are compatible with cloud-based applications such as the Building X Fire Connect Apps from Siemens. These services provide centralised data insights and enable real-time monitoring, remote diagnostics and predictive maintenance.

Furthermore, temperature data from the Sinteso Nova detectors can be transmitted in real time to the Building X digital platform. The Building X Environmental and Air Quality Application unlocks additional potential for improving a building’s energy efficiency and sustainability.

Optimally adaptable to almost all environmental conditions

Data centres face specific fire safety requirements due to their high energy density and the need for uninterrupted operation. Risks such as overheating and electrical malfunctions must be detected at an early stage. The Sinteso Nova fire detectors not only help operators improve the availability of critical IT and electrical infrastructure, but also provide greater insight into the condition of the systems. Cloud-based monitoring and predictive maintenance enable a rapid and proactive response. This minimises disruptions whilst ensuring that sensitive equipment is protected efficiently.

Other sectors, such as universities, hotels, industrial and logistics sites, or the commercial property sector, often operate multiple, geographically dispersed buildings with different areas of use. Here, centralised and reliable fire protection management is essential to ensure safety standards without disrupting day-to-day operations or the guest experience.

The Sinteso Nova fire detectors support operators and facility teams in implementing uniform protection standards across all areas. Features such as Smoke Entry Supervision (SES) continuously monitor the detectors’ smoke entry openings and help to ensure detection quality is maintained at all times, even in heavily frequented or multi-purpose areas.

The digital networking of the systems provides a transparent overview of widely dispersed buildings, reduces the risk of unnecessary operational interruptions and lays the foundation for proactive service and maintenance concepts. This holistic approach ensures stable and resilient operational processes across the entire portfolio.

The foundation for autonomous buildings

“The launch of our Sinteso Nova fire detection portfolio is a milestone in ensuring that alarms are as precise as possible. By transitioning from periodic checks to continuous, data-driven systems, we are laying the foundation for truly people-centred, autonomous buildings. By automating tests and enabling real-time insights and remote access, these solutions not only protect people but also reduce the workload on staff. This allows employees to focus on strategically important tasks. The new portfolio stands not only for innovation – but for smarter, safer and more efficient operational processes,” says Peter Nebiker, Head of Fire Safety at Siemens Smart Infrastructure Buildings.

Regardless of the sector, Sinteso Nova fire detectors represent a forward-looking approach to fire safety. They enable step-by-step modernisation whilst offering continuous protection – in both new and existing buildings. Existing fire control panels remain compatible, so there is no need to replace systems entirely. Thanks to plug-and-play integration, including the automatic transfer of existing configurations, installation effort and risks can be significantly reduced.

The detectors carry the Siemens EcoTech product label, which stands for greater transparency regarding sustainability. Among other things, the portfolio uses recycled plastics and follows principles of resource efficiency and the circular economy. The Sinteso Nova fire detectors are part of the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio, an open digital business platform that enables customers to implement their digital transformation efficiently and scalably. The range was developed in Switzerland, where the production facility is also located.